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President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) on Wednesday pledged the total support of the football-ruling body to any measures taken by the new executive team of the Nigeria Referees Association to sanitize the refereeing vocation in the country. Speaking while the new team paid him a condolence visit at the […]

Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as frontrunners to sign Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo this summer, with Spanish outlet Fichajes reporting the North London club are

With Spurs staring down the barrel of their first relegation since the 1970s, Roberto De Zerbi’s arrival hasn’t stopped the rot — but it has sparked some serious transfer thinking between the sticks. According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham have registered strong interest in Brighton’s Dutch stopper Bart Verbruggen ahead of the summer window. The 23-year-old has […] The post Why Bart Verbruggen Makes Sense for Spurs appeared first on The Football Saga.

Arsenal have set their sights on Rennes midfielder Djaoui Cissé ahead of a potential summer move, according to Turkish journalist Ekrem Konur — and the timing makes a lot of sense. On paper, Mikel Arteta already boasts one of the deepest midfield pools in European football. Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, Christian […] The post Arsenal Eye Djaoui Cissé as Midfield Insurance — But Is £23m Enough? appeared first on Football Shoot.

Two of English football’s biggest clubs are set to go head-to-head for one of the Premier League’s most exciting young talents — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. According to CaughtOffside, Liverpool and Chelsea are both preparing summer bids for Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi, with the Cherries braced to cash in on their prized asset following Dean Huijsen’s big-money exit to Real Madrid last summer. Who Exactly Is Eli Junior Kroupi? If you haven’t been paying attention, now’s the time to start. The 19-year-old Frenchman has been nothing short of sensational in his debut Premier League season — 10 goals and counting, including a match-winner against Arsenal. To put that in perspective, no player has hit double figures in their first Premier League campaign since Robbie Keane managed 12 for Coventry back in 1999-2000. His record-breaking rise at Lorient — becoming the club’s youngest-ever scorer and the youngest player since 1974 to bag a Ligue 1 brace — was just the opening chapter. Why Liverpool Hold the Edge Both clubs can offer Champions League football, but Liverpool appear to be moving faster. Reds director Richard Hughes shares a strong relationship with Bournemouth — his former club — and is [...] The post Liverpool vs Chelsea: The Battle for Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi appeared first on Football Extras.

The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed the recommendation of the Federation’s Technical and Development Committee, for the appointment of assistant coaches for the U17 Girls’ National Team, Flamingos. Former international defender Joy Jegede-Idakwo has been appointed as first assistant, with another former international, Aighewi Omodiaghe as second assistant. Yet another former […]

Newly-appointed Head Coach Akeem Ishola Busari has invited a total of 36 players to the Nigeria U17 Girls’ camp ahead of next month’s FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup second round qualifying fixture against the winner of the Niger Republic/Guinea clash. Niger Republic are scheduled to host the first leg of that first round fixture this […]

The Unity Cup, the premier international football tournament celebrating AfroCentric and global diaspora communities, is officially returning to its historic home. From 26 to 30 May 2026, the hallowed turf of The Valley, home to Charlton Athletic FC, will host a revamped four-nation tournament featuring Nigeria, Jamaica, Zimbabwe, and India. Following the massive success of […]

Players and officials of Nigeria’s U20 Women’s National Team, Falconets, have officially resumed camp in Abuja as preparations intensify for the final round of the qualifiers for this year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup finals. Some of the invited players reported to camp on Monday, 6th April 2026, while training sessions commenced on Tuesday, 7th […]

Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on Bayern Munich teenage sensation Maycon Cardozo ahead of what promises to be a pivotal summer transfer

The transfer saga surrounding Rodri is heating up — and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest stories of the summer window. Real Madrid are growing increasingly confident of landing the Manchester City midfielder, though Los Blancos remain determined not to pay over the odds for his signature. With one year left on […] The post Is Rodri Finally Heading to Real Madrid This Summer? appeared first on Football Shoot.

Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix as a priority defensive signing this summer — and it’s a transfer that could send shockwaves through both the Premier League and La Liga. Why Lacroix Is on Real Madrid’s Radar Spanish outlet Fichajes claims Los Blancos have earmarked the 26-year-old French international as a top target, having already ruled out moves for Arsenal’s William Saliba and Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté. With Rüdiger and Alaba both in their 30s and struggling for consistency, Carlo Ancelotti’s side desperately need a long-term defensive solution — and Lacroix fits the bill perfectly. His 2025/26 Premier League numbers tell a compelling story: Tackles per game: 1.4 Interceptions per game: 1.0 Clearances per game: 3.7 Balls recovered per game: 4.3 Passing accuracy: 90% Duels won: 5.3 Crystal Palace Face Defensive Crisis Here’s where it gets tricky for Palace. Having already sold Marc Guehi to Manchester City, losing Lacroix too would be nothing short of catastrophic. Their defensive record this season has been unconvincing, and a second high-profile departure could unravel Oliver Glasner’s rebuild entirely. Can Real Madrid Get the Deal Done? With Chelsea and Liverpool also circling, Lacroix has no shortage of suitors. But Real Madrid’s [...] The post Real Madrid Target Maxence Lacroix in Bold Summer Defensive Raid appeared first on Football Extras.

The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed a recommendation by the Federation’s Technical and Development Committee for the appointment of Coach Akeem Ishola Busari as the Head Coach of the U17 Girls National Team, Flamingos. Busari comes into the job with robust experience and deep understanding of women’s football terrain, and replaces […]

PLAYER BY YOBE DESERT STARS FC FINDINGS: 1. That the player, Shedrack John of Yobe Desert Stars FC with Jersey number 2 had received three (3) yellow cards in previous matches before the match between Yobe Desert Stars FC vs. Jigawa Golden Star FC. 2. That the Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria National League […]

The Nigeria Football Federation on Thursday inaugurated its Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee, which are saddled with the conduct, and adjudication on complaints, petitions and appeals, of the elections into the NFF Executive Committee for the period 2026-2030. President of NFF, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, MON inaugurated the committees at the NFF Secretariat in […]

Fresh from defeating one FIFA World Cup-bound team (Iran) and drawing with another (Jordan) in the city of Antalya, Turkey, three-time African champions Nigeria are looking forward to a very exciting summer, as they are set for battles against Poland and FIFA World Cup-bound Portugal during the FIFA window for friendly matches in June. NFF’s […]

The Nigeria Football Federation will on Thursday, 2nd April 2026 inaugurate the Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee that were constituted at last week’s Extraordinary General Assembly of the Federation in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The inauguration, scheduled for the NFF Secretariat, Abuja, will be presided over by the President of NFF and President of WAFU […]

Tottenham Hotspur are making moves — and this time, it’s not about surviving the drop. Despite being embroiled in a genuine Premier League relegation battle, Spurs have reportedly agreed a fee with Forest Green Rovers to sign 14-year-old striker sensation Darim Tchadjobo. Spurs Win Race for Teenage Sensation According to Football Insider journalist Pete O’Rourke, Tottenham have agreed a fee with Forest Green for the teenage sensation, with Spurs keen to win the race for his signature. That’s no small feat — the 14-year-old’s potential has alerted several clubs higher up the football pyramid, and it appears Spurs have beaten them all to the punch. Tchadjobo has garnered significant attention for his impressive performances in the youth ranks, consistently showcasing his goalscoring prowess as he rises through the ranks. Planning for the Future Despite Relegation Fears It’s a strange time for this kind of business at Spurs. With the club deep in a relegation scrap, long-term planning feels almost surreal. Yet this signing sends a clear signal — Tottenham’s academy vision isn’t going on hold. The club recently snapped up Hearts teenager James Wilson ahead of Arsenal, and the likes of Callum Olusesi and Junai Byfield have already benefited from [...] The post Tottenham set to sign Forest Green Rovers wonderkid Darim Tchadjobo appeared first on Football Extras.

Liverpool’s defensive rebuild this summer is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about stories heading into the transfer window — and the name at the centre of it all is Chelsea’s Josh Acheampong. With Virgil van Dijk turning 35 in July, Ibrahima Konaté out of contract, and Joe Gomez continuing to struggle with injuries, Arne Slot’s side are in genuine need of defensive reinforcements. And according to reports, Acheampong is firmly in their sights. The Hybrid Defender Everyone Wants At just 19 years old, Acheampong has quickly emerged as one of the most intriguing young prospects ahead of the summer 2026 transfer window — a new breed of “hybrid” defender equally comfortable at right-back or centre-back. Liverpool aren’t alone in their admiration either. Real Madrid, Newcastle United, and Borussia Dortmund are also among the clubs vying for his signature. Chelsea’s Stance Is Clear — For Now Here’s the snag. Transfer journalist Pete O’Rourke has dismissed speculation that Chelsea could sell Acheampong to Liverpool, stating the club has “no interest in sanctioning a sale” and simply does not want to lose him. However, a lack of regular game time in 2026 has fuelled reports that Acheampong could push for [...] The post Liverpool lining up move for Josh Acheampong appeared first on Football Extras.

Manchester United’s squad rebuild has gathered real momentum over the past couple of seasons, but the left-back position remains a glaring weakness. According to Football Insider, United are ready to address that this summer — and Fulham’s Antonee Robinson is firmly in their sights. Why Luke Shaw and Patrick Dorgu Aren’t the Answer Luke Shaw […] The post Man United eyeing up move for Antonee Robinson appeared first on Football Shoot.

Chelsea are reportedly in serious talks to bring in highly-rated German centre-back Karim Coulibaly from Werder Bremen next summer, according to reports via BILD and

Arsenal are reportedly targeting Bayer Leverkusen’s Christian Kofane in a €50 million deal, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes — and it’s a move that makes a lot of sense for both club and player. Who Is Christian Kofane? At just 19 years old, the Bundesliga attacker has been quietly turning heads at Die Werkself this […] The post Arsenal keen on €50m Christian Kofane swoop appeared first on Football Shoot.

Liverpool are reportedly setting their sights on Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall as a priority left-back target this summer, according to Caught Offside — but they’ll

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly making their move for one of Serie A’s most exciting midfielders. According to transfer journalist Ekrem Konur, Spurs have made initial

Arsenal are reportedly leading the charge to sign Sporting CP’s Ivan Fresneda this summer, with the Gunners confident of beating both Manchester City and Newcastle

The South Korean international has made just 23 appearances in all competitions this season under Vincent Kompany, with competition from Dayot Upamecano, Jonathan Tah, and

Manchester United have emerged as front-runners to secure the signature of RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande, with Arsenal and Liverpool also circling the highly-rated teenager.

Blues Eye Argentine Star Amid Barcelona Competition Chelsea are ramping up their pursuit of Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez, with reports suggesting the West London club

Everton are reportedly plotting a summer move for Fulham midfielder Harry Wilson after their January approach hit a brick wall, according to BBC Sport. Toffees