Felix Agu reaches career-high market value of N14.3b after Super Eagles debut
Published: June 07, 2025
Werder Bremen fullback Felix Agu has reached a career-high market value after making his Super Eagles debut during the 2025 Unity Cup.As the summer transfer window gains momentum, transfer market and statistics website Transfermarkt has updated the valuations of players in the Bundesliga, with Felix Agu now valued at �...
'This means bankruptcy' – Expert warns Galatasaray against spending N267b on Osimhen
Published: June 07, 2025
Turkish football expert Ertem Şener has raised serious concerns over Galatasaray's pursuit of Napoli-owned striker Victor Osimhen, warning that the financial implications of such a move could cripple the club.Galatasaray are eager to secure the services of the Nigeria international on a permanent deal following a sens...
'The Nigerian got angry' - Russia midfielder confesses to X-rated outburst at Osayi-Samuel
Published: June 07, 2025
Russia midfielder Danil Glebov has itted to a heated exchange with Nigeria right-back Bright Osayi-Samuel during Friday's 1-1 draw at Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.The altercation occurred in the final minutes of the match after Glebov brought down the Fenerbahce defender in an attempt to win back possession.The challe...
'Very smart move' – Odemwingie breaks down Arokodare's 'double run' that punished Russia
Published: June 07, 2025
Former Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie has praised Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare for his intelligent pressing that led to Nigeria’s goal in their 1-1 draw with Russia in an international friendly in Moscow.The match, held at Luzhniki Stadium, saw Nigeria benefit from a defensive lapse by Russian goalkeep...
Watford, Middlesbrough, QPR, Millwall mulling move for Super Eagles latest debutant
Published: June 07, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report with certainty that four EFL Championship clubs are weighing up a summer move for FC Krasnodar forward Olakunle Olusegun.Olusegun became the Super Eagles' latest debutant under manager Eric Chelle during the friendly against Russia in Moscow, where he came off the bench to re...
'Russia showed a very high level' - Maduka Okoye its Super Eagles were pushed to the limit
Published: June 07, 2025
Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has itted that the Super Eagles were tested to their limits by Russia during Friday’s 1–1 international friendly at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.The 24-year-old, who played the full match for Nigeria, praised the quality of the Russian side and the intensity of the contest. Spe...
'Would've been interesting to see Osimhen' – Russia midfielder wanted to face Super Eagles star striker
Published: June 07, 2025
Russia midfielder Mikhail Shchetinin has expressed disappointment at not having the opportunity to test himself against Super Eagles marquee forward Victor Osimhen during the 1–1 draw between Russia and Nigeria in an international friendly held at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Friday evening.Shchetinin itted h...
'It's not easy to play for Nigeria' – Olusegun reacts after impressive debut against Russia
Published: June 07, 2025
Krasnodar forward Olakunle Olusegun has expressed his pride and humility after making his debut for the Nigerian national team in their 1-1 draw against Russia in an international friendly on Friday.The 22-year-old entered the match in the 76th minute, replacing Getafe’s Chrisantus Uche, and made a lively contributio...
'Not an ordinary footballer' - Russia defender hails team effort against 'good striker' Boniface
Published: June 07, 2025
Russia centre-back Viktor Melekhin has praised his teammates for their collective effort in containing Nigeria striker Victor Boniface during Friday's international friendly that ended 1–1 in Moscow.The Bayer Leverkusen star was on the pitch for 61 minutes but was unable to find the net.Tolu Arokodare, the striker wh...
Confirmed: Wolves make decisions on two Nigerians – one offered new deal, the other released
Published: June 07, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers have published their retained and released list following the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season, with decisions made on two defenders of Nigerian descent.At academy level, Testimony Igbinoghene is set to embark on a new chapter in...
'Even the FIFA ranking confirms this' - Russia coach says Nigeria, Cameroon are superior to Zambia, Kenya
Published: June 07, 2025
Russia head coach Valeri Karpin has praised the quality and physical strength of African national teams after his side played out a 1–1 draw with Nigeria in an international friendly held at Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.The encounter marked Russia’s fourth match against African opposition in recent times, following p...
'Bailed out the boys' - Russian-born Super Eagles star raves about Maduka Okoye and Olusegun's impact
Published: June 06, 2025
Russian-born Super Eagles defender Brian Idowu has heaped praise on goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and debutant Olakunle Olusegun following Nigeria's hard-fought 1-1 draw against Russia at the Luzhniki Stadium on Friday evening.Russia broke the deadlock in the 27th minute when Nigerian centre-back Semi Ajayi turned the ball i...
Every word Eric Chelle said on playing under pressure, Olusegun, Safonov's error, Russia No.9 & more
Published: June 06, 2025
Following the 1-1 draw between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Russia’s national team in the friendly match on Friday at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium, head coach Eric Chelle shared his detailed thoughts on the game, praising both teams and highlighting areas for improvement.Chelle opened by acknowledging the strong perfo...
Super Eagles player ratings: Onyeka star man, Dele-Bashiru shows up, Arokodare super-sub, Ajayi costly
Published: June 06, 2025
Nigeria battled hard in a tightly contested international friendly against Russia, which ended in a 1-1 draw.The hosts took an early lead through an unfortunate own goal by Semi Ajayi, but Nigeria showed resilience and fought back. Below is how the Super Eagles players were rated for their performances in the match.Th...
Five takeaways from Super Eagles' impressive draw against Russia in Moscow
Published: June 06, 2025
The Super Eagles held Russia to a 1-1 draw in an international friendly match played under the lights at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Friday.Russia took an early lead in the 27th minute after sustained pressure paid off, forcing Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi into an own goal.Meanwhile, Arokodare capitalized on a de...