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The Digest: Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has officially completed his transfer from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid for a fee of €40 million, comprising a €35 million fixed sum and €5 million in add-ons. The 29-year-old signed a four-and-a-half-year contract, committing until June 2030...

The Digest: Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen reached a significant career milestone, scoring his 200th professional goal during Galatasaray's dominant 4-0 win over Kayserispor in the Turkish Süper Lig. The 27-year-old forward converted a 26th-minute penalty to bring up the landmark figure and...

The Digest: Nigerian footballers maintained a strong presence in the UEFA Champions League after the final league phase matches, with several key players advancing to the knockout playoffs. Victor Osimhen’s Galatasaray secured a playoff spot despite a 2–0 loss to Manchester City, finishing...

The Digest: Victor Osimhen is poised to become Galatasaray’s record scorer in European competitions when they face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The Nigerian forward has netted 12 European goals for the Turkish club, tying him with former players Milan Baroš and Shabani Nonda. A goal...

The Digest: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has identified Victor Osimhen as a key threat ahead of his team’s UEFA Champions League match against Galatasaray. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Guardiola described the Nigerian forward as an “elite striker” and highlighted his...

The Digest: The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has publicly disagreed with former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh's recent criticism of Victor Osimhen and the national team. Olopade, in an interview with Footy-Africa, stated he "strongly disagrees"...

The Digest: Victor Osimhen has set a new club record at Galatasaray, becoming the fastest player to score 50 goals for the Turkish giants this century. The Nigerian striker reached the milestone in just 59 games, netting his 50th goal in a 3-1 victory over Fatih Karagümrük. He achieved the...

The Digest: Victor Osimhen was on target as Galatasaray secured a 3-1 home victory over Fatih Karagümrük in the Turkish Süper Lig. The hosts took an early lead through Gabriel Sara, conceded an equalizer before halftime, but regained control in the second half. Sara scored his second to...

The Digest: Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen expressed admiration for Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone following a 1–1 draw in the UEFA Champions League. Osimhen described Atletico as “one of the best teams in the world” and highlighted Simeone’s long-term impact in building a team with...

The Digest: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the official Team of the Tournament for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following Senegal’s victory in the final. Nigeria is represented by three players: striker Victor Osimhen, winger Ademola Lookman, and left-back Bruno...

The Digest: Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has attributed Nigeria's failure to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations to Victor Osimhen. In a detailed critique, Oliseh claimed Osimhen's public outburst at teammate Ademola Lookman during the Round of 16 match against Mozambique fatally...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has returned to his club, Galatasaray, in time for their upcoming UEFA Champions League match against Atletico Madrid. His return follows Nigeria's third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. After being an unused substitute in the...

The Digest: Four Super Eagles players have departed the team’s camp in Casablanca following Nigeria’s third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, Paul Onuachu, and Chidozie Awaziem returned to their respective clubs in Europe via private jet and will...

The Digest: Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has countered ex-Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan’s doubts about Victor Osimhen joining the club. On the Rio Presents podcast, Gyan questioned why top Premier League sides had not signed the Nigerian forward, expressing uncertainty over...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has confidently downplayed the impact of Morocco’s home support ahead of Wednesday’s AFCON semi-final, stating that Nigeria’s experience in front of massive crowds leaves the team unfazed Key Points: Victor Osimhen says there is “no pressure”...

The Digest: Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has publicly backed Nigeria to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting the star power of Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Alex Iwobi Key Points: Rio Ferdinand predicts Nigeria will win AFCON 2025, citing their attacking talent...

The Digest: Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman is the top contributor at AFCON 2025 with seven goal involvements. His partnership with Victor Osimhen has powered Nigeria’s attack, setting the stage for Wednesday’s high-stakes semi-final against Morocco—a storm of talent on Africa’s biggest...

The Digest: In a high-stakes AFCON semi-final on Wednesday, Nigeria’s free-scoring Super Eagles face Morocco’s defensively resolute hosts in Rabat. Both teams are unbeaten, but only one will advance. This clash isn’t just about skill; it’s a storm of contrasting styles, history, and national...

The Digest: Nigerian football legend Segun Odegbami has launched a bold psychological attack on Morocco ahead of Wednesday’s AFCON semifinal, claiming the Atlas Lions “must now be pissing in their pants” fearing the Super Eagles. In the storm of continental rivalry, words often become the...

The Digest: Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has paid tribute to the late Rashidi Yekini, calling him the "greatest striker Nigeria has ever produced," while stating his focus remains on winning the AFCON title rather than breaking Yekini's all-time scoring record. Osimhen is now two goals...