The European transfer window has delivered another powerful statement on the growing influence of Nigerian footballers across the continent, with high-profile moves confirmed in Spain, England, Germany, France and the West Midlands. Leading the headlines is Ademola Lookman, whose switch from Serie A to La Liga marks one of the most significant Nigerian transfers of the season. From established internationals seeking fresh challenges to emerging talents taking bold career steps, these moves underline Nigeria’s expanding footprint in elite European football. Super Falcons Stars Shine in Europe as Babajide and Omewa Deliver Match-Changing Moments Ademola Lookman Completes Big Money Move to…
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Nigerian football fans were treated to a weekend of high drama, late heroics, and dream debuts as Super Falcons stars Rinsola Babajide and Joy Omewa delivered defining moments for their clubs in Europe. From Italy to England, the duo reminded everyone why Nigerian attackers continue to make waves across the women’s game. Ademola Lookman Arrives in Spain to Complete Atletico Madrid Move Babajide’s Last-Gasp Header Rescues Roma in Six-Goal Thriller Rinsola Babajide once again proved her reputation as a difference-maker when it mattered most, scoring a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser to secure a thrilling 3-3 draw against Parma Women. Introduced in…
Ademola Lookman is officially one step away from becoming an Atletico Madrid player after arriving in Spain to complete his long-anticipated transfer from Atalanta. The Nigerian international winger touched down in Madrid after both clubs reached a full agreement over his move, with Atletico Madrid confirming that all major terms have been settled between the Spanish and Italian sides. Poland 2026 Qualifiers: Falconets Switch Venue for Senegal Clash in Abeokuta According to a statement released by the LaLiga club, the deal for the 28-year-old attacker is now only pending a successful medical examination and the signing of final contract documents.…
Nigeria’s U20 women’s national team, the Falconets, will now face Senegal at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta after the Confederation of African Football approved a late change of venue for their 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture. The third-round first-leg encounter, originally scheduled to take place at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, will now be played in the Ogun State capital on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in what promises to be a high-stakes showdown on the road to Poland. A Divine Gift to Nigerian ”Youth”—Sports247 CEO Jide-Ojo Showers Praise on Dayo Israel at 40 The…
The National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Dayo Israel, marked his 40th birthday today amid glowing tributes from across Nigeria’s youth and sports ecosystem, with Jide-Ojo Olusola, CEO of 247SportsNetwork Limited (Sports247.ng), describing him as “the greatest gift God has given Nigerian youth and the nation at large.” In an emotional birthday message released on Thursday, Jide-Ojo poured encomiums on the APC Youth Leader, praising his unwavering commitment to youth empowerment, sports development, and nation-building. Lagos FA Lifts Ban on BDFA Officials After Emergency Congress Decision “At 40, Dayo Israel stands as a divine gift to…
The Lagos State Football Association has officially lifted the disciplinary ban placed on three prominent Badagry Divisional Football Association officials, marking a significant moment of reconciliation within Lagos grassroots football administration. Coaches Bishop Lawson Sampson and Michael Adebayo, alongside Mr Michael Toyon, have been reinstated following a unanimous decision reached at a virtual emergency extraordinary congress meeting of the Lagos State Football Association held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Super Falcons Head to Abidjan for Crucial WAFU B Tournament Ahead of WAFCON 2026 The high-level meeting, which commenced at 8:30 pm and concluded at exactly 9:27 pm, had eight board…
The road to another continental title begins in earnest for the Super Falcons of Nigeria as the ten-time African champions head to Abidjan for the WAFU B Four Nation Tournament, a carefully planned preparatory competition ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Scheduled to run from February 27 to March 7, 2026, the tournament will bring together four of West Africa’s strongest women’s national teams: Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal and hosts Côte d’Ivoire. All four teams have already secured qualification for WAFCON 2026, making the competition far more than a friendly outing. It is a full scale rehearsal for…
Nottingham Forest Women have confirmed the signing of Super Falcons forward Joy Omewa, completing a major transfer that underlines the club’s ambition ahead of the new season. The Nigerian international joins the English side from Danish powerhouse Fortuna Hjørring on a permanent deal that runs until the end of the 2025-2026 campaign. For Joy Omewa, this move represents more than just a change of scenery. It is the beginning of a new chapter in one of Europe’s most competitive football environments, the English women’s game, where expectations are high and performances are constantly under the spotlight. Iyan Aladuke Breaks Silence…
Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo has found himself at the centre of a growing public storm after his ex-wife, Omotayo Sanusi, popularly known as Iyan Aladuke, spoke out forcefully amid an ongoing eviction controversy linked to a Lagos property and their dissolved marriage. The issue, which has dominated entertainment conversations on social media in recent days, initially surfaced when Iyan Aladuke accused unnamed parties of shutting down her business and forcefully evicting her and her family from the property she had been occupying. Her emotional outcry quickly gained traction online, sparking allegations that the popular actor had abandoned his…
The Nigeria Women Football League has officially placed the ongoing 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership season on hold, a decision that once again highlights the delicate balance between domestic competition and national team commitments in Nigerian football. In a circular dated January 20, 2026, and addressed to all NWFL Premiership clubs, the league management confirmed that the season would pause after the conclusion of Week Seven fixtures. The league is scheduled to resume on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, with the commencement of Week Eight matches. Nwfl Matchday 7 Review: Bayelsa Queens’ Perfect Season Continues According to the official communication signed by NWFL…