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Harry Maguire has extended his stay at Manchester United after signing a new contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until June 2027, with the option of a further year. The England international, who was approaching the end of his previous deal, has now committed his future to the club, bringing clarity to his long-term role within the squad. Maguire joined Manchester United from Leicester City in 2019 for a reported £80 million fee and has since gone on to make 266 appearances, scoring 17 goals in all competitions. Over the years, he has established himself as one of…

World football governing body FIFA has officially approved the change of international allegiance for goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, confirming his switch from England to Nigeria. The approval, which was documented on FIFA’s Change of Association platform on April 6, 2026, makes the 24-year-old eligible to represent the Super Eagles at senior international level. Checks on FIFA’s official records show that Okonkwo’s national association has now been updated to the Nigeria Football Federation, replacing his previous affiliation with The Football Association. Born in Camden, London, to Nigerian parents of Igbo descent, Okonkwo began his football journey at a young age, joining the…

Victor Osimhen is closing in on a return to action after Galatasaray confirmed the striker is expected to resume full training later this month. The Nigerian international is scheduled to rejoin full team sessions on April 20, marking a major step in his recovery from the injury that has kept him sidelined in recent weeks. Osimhen had undergone surgery last month after suffering a right forearm injury during Galatasaray’s UEFA Champions League clash with Liverpool. Since then, the 27-year-old has been undergoing rehabilitation, with medical staff closely monitoring his progress. Encouragingly, reports indicate that the forward could be fit in…

Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic has confirmed that Nigerian international Maduka Okoye is fit and available for selection ahead of Monday’s Serie A encounter against Como, bringing relief to the club after recent injury concerns. Okoye had been a major doubt for the fixture after suffering a thigh problem while on international duty with Nigeria during the recent break. The 26-year-old goalkeeper featured in the Super Eagles’ 2-1 victory over Iran, where he delivered a solid performance, but was subsequently released from the squad before their 2-2 draw against Jordan after sustaining the injury in training. His absence from the…

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle is reportedly keen on bringing Michael Kayode into the national team setup as part of Nigeria’s long-term preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Kayode, who currently plays for Brentford FC, is eligible to represent both Nigeria and Italy, having been born in Italy to Nigerian parents. Despite progressing through Italy’s youth ranks at U-18, U-19 and U-21 levels, the defender is yet to make a senior competitive appearance, leaving the door open for a potential switch in international allegiance under FIFA rules. Reports indicate that the Nigeria Football Federation is actively exploring…

Turkish football authorities are set to monitor Wilfred Ndidi closely as the Super Eagles captain faces the possibility of suspension ahead of Besiktas’ next Super Lig fixture. The midfielder is one booking away from a one-match ban and could be ruled out of Besiktas’ upcoming game against Antalyaspor if he receives a yellow card in Sunday’s high-profile Istanbul derby against Fenerbahce. According to league regulations in the Turkish Super Lig, any player who accumulates four yellow cards during the season is automatically handed a one-game suspension. Ndidi currently has three cautions to his name and is therefore at risk of…

Chelsea have reached an agreement to sign highly rated defender Valentin Barco, with the player already giving the green light to the move ahead of the summer transfer window. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, personal terms have been successfully agreed between both parties, clearing a major hurdle in the deal as the Blues move closer to completing the transfer. The 21-year-old currently plays for Strasbourg, another club under the BlueCo ownership structure, where he moved permanently last summer for a fee of £8.7 million after an initial loan spell from Brighton. Barco has since impressed in the French league,…

Remo Stars secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Shooting Stars in a keenly contested South-West derby decided in Ikenne on Sunday. The breakthrough came shortly after the restart, with Samuel Anakwe finding the back of the net in the 49th minute to hand the hosts all three points. The win proved significant for Remo Stars, as it lifted them out of the relegation zone and boosted their survival hopes. Elsewhere, Rivers United suffered a major setback in their push for the title, falling to a 2-0 defeat against Warri Wolves in Ozoro. The home side took an early lead when…

The fixtures for this season’s FA Cup semi-finals have been officially confirmed following the conclusion of the draw held on Sunday. Chelsea will go head to head with Leeds United in the first semi-final encounter, as both sides chase a coveted place in the final. The Blues secured their qualification in dominant fashion, delivering a ruthless 7-0 demolition of Port Vale at Stamford Bridge. Leeds United, however, had a more demanding route, edging past Premier League side West Ham United on penalties after a tightly contested match. The second semi-final will feature Manchester City against Southampton, with both teams set…

Umar Sadiq made a positive impact off the bench, providing an assist, but it was not enough to prevent Valencia CF from suffering a 3-2 home defeat to Celta Vigo in their LaLiga clash on Sunday. Sadiq started the match among the substitutes and was introduced in the 63rd minute, replacing Hugo Duro as Valencia searched for a way back into the contest. His presence added urgency to the attack, with the Nigerian forward showing intent and movement in the final third. Valencia found themselves chasing the game for large periods, as Celta Vigo capitalised on key moments to take…