Crystal Palace on verge of agreeing deal with Bournemouth for playmaker

Crystal Palace are reportedly making progress on a transfer deal for Bournemouth midfielder Hamed Traore after his loan spell at Napoli. Reports in...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE 16 hours ago

Crystal Palace eyeing loan move for Hamed Junior Traore

Crystal Palace will reportedly look to sign 24-year-old Ivorian midfielder Hamed Junior Traore on loan from fellow Premier League club...
THE HARD TACKLE 17 hours ago

Erik ten Hag speaks out on Amad Diallo potential after ‘brilliant’ goal against Newcastle

Amad Diallo scored his first Premier League goal for Manchester United on Wednesday night (Picture: Getty Images)Erik ten Hag says Amad Diallo has...
METRO.CO.UK 20 hours ago

Transfer expert names two players Chelsea could use as makeweights in proposed deal for Osimhen

Italian transfer market expert Rudy Galetti has named Cesare Casadei and Ivory Coast international David Fofana, as the two players Chelsea could...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM May 15

Former Manchester United trio impressed by Amad Diallo after 3-2 win over Newcastle

Wayne Rooney, Roy Keane and Andy Cole all hailed Amad Diallo after his performance against Newcastle as he scored his first Premier League. The...
STRETTYNEWS.COM May 15

Man Utd fans all in agreement about Amad Diallo after Newcastle win, they make same important point

Manchester United fans have sent a clear-cut message about Amad Diallo after the Ivorian winger’s performance against Newcastle at Old Trafford on...
UNITED IN FOCUS May 15

2026 WCQ: CAF Appoints Chadian Referee For Super Eagles Vs Bafana Bafana

Chadian official, Alhadi Allaou Mahamat will be in the centre when the Super Eagles host South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a 2026 FIFA World Cup...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 15

Arsenal Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Talented Defender: Decent Choice For Arteta?

In a recent report, O Jogo (via Sport Witness) stated that Arsenal are keeping a keen eye on Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande. It has been...
THE4THOFFICIAL.NET May 14

Newcastle United still ‘very interested' in signing – There'll be hope transfer can happen for €50-60m

Newcastle United are today again named as a potential destination for Ousmane Diomande. As Portuguese newspaper A Bola features a story about...
SPORT WITNESS May 14

Arsenal remain keen on 20-year-old defender who could be sold this summer

Arsenal have been linked with the move for the Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande for a while now. The Gunners rate the player highly and they...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE May 14

Amad issues Manchester United injury update after being substituted vs Arsenal

Man United's Ivorian winger Amad had one of his best performances for the club cut short in the Premier League clash against Arsenal due to an injury
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS May 12

Ten Hag provides Amad update

The boss is asked about the Ivorian, who left the pitch grasping his knee during the defeat to Arsenal.
MANUTD.COM May 12

“We were fighting against destiny” – Nottingham Forest’s Ola Aina speaks on Nigeria’s AFCON 2023 final loss to Ivory Coast

Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest full-back, Olaoluwa Temitayo Aina, has reflected on Nigeria’s loss to Ivory Coast at the AFCON 2023 final,...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA May 12

2 chances created, 3 dribbles completed: United’s brightest spark vs Arsenal withdrawn with injury scare

Amad Diallo’s first Premier League start of the season ended with him appearing to sustain an injury. If it wasn’t an injury setback, you’d have to...
STRETTYNEWS.COM May 12

Man Utd fans all saying same thing about Amad Diallo after Arsenal defeat, the message couldn’t be any clearer

Manchester United fans candidly dropped their two cents on Amad Diallo after the Ivorian winger’s performance against Arsenal at Old Trafford on...
UNITED IN FOCUS May 12

Aston Villa Are Keen On Recruiting This Experienced Winger: What Will He Bring To Villa Park?

In a recent report, Takvim claimed that Aston Villa are keen on recruiting Galatasaray winger Wilfried Zaha this summer. It has been stated that...
THE4THOFFICIAL.NET May 11

Transfer: Chippa United Set ₦2.3 Billion Price Tag On Stanley Nwabali

South African football club Chippa United has placed a significant R30 million (about ₦2.3 billion in Nigerian currency) price tag on Super Eagles...
NAIJANEWS.COM May 11

Chippa United Slams N2.3bn Price Tag On Nwabali

South African DStv Premiership side Chippa United have set a staggering R30 million (approximately ₦2.3 billion in Nigerian currency) asking price...
LEADERSHIP.NG May 11

Chippa United coach admits there's 'high possibility' of losing Nwabali amid QPR, Union SG links 

Chippa United coach Thabo September has admitted that there is a high possibility of the club losing the services of Super Eagles goalkeeper...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM May 9

Transfer: QPR, Union Saint-Gilloise on alert as Chippa United state Stanley Nwabali’s price tag

South African Premiership side, Chippa United have slammed a ₦2.245 billion price tag on Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Bobo Nwabali,...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA May 9

Chippa United slap N2.3b price tag on Nwabali amid links with QPR, Union SG, Kaizer Chiefs 

South African DStv Premiership side Chippa United have set a staggering  R30 million (approximately ₦2.3 billion in Nigerian currency) asking...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM May 8

Club Brugge 1-1 Fiorentina: Match report and highlights

Photo by Fantasista/Getty ImagesThe Viola once again leave it late, but once again sneak past a stubborn opponent. Pre-match Nicky Hayen switched...
VIOLANATION.COM May 8

10-Goal star wants Premier League return – Hold West Ham talks

West Ham United are reviving their interest in winger Wilfried Zaha, with the Ivorian reportedly eager to return to England... The post 10-Goal...
ICFOOTBALLNEWS May 8

‘Amazing’ – World Cup winner reflects on his AFCON exploits

Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has reflected on the 2023 AFCON finals in Ivory Coast where he was the Super Eagles' best attacker.
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM May 8

Hammers Resurrect Zaha Transfer

West Ham United are reviving their interest in winger Wilfried Zaha, with the Ivorian reportedly eager to return to England after a year with...
CLARET AND HUGH May 8

Forgotten £72million Arsenal flop set to be unemployed as fans convinced he could make Premier League return

FORGOTTEN Arsenal flop Nicolas Pepe will become a free agent next month with the £72million dud set to leave Turkish side Trabzonspor. Pepe, 28,...
THE SUN May 8

Ivory Coast, South Africa, and Angola not the toughest 2023 AFCON opponents – Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman

Ademola Lookman’s impressive performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nation’s tournament earned him a spot in the team of the tournament…
SOCCERNET NIGERIA May 8

Ademola Lookman shuns Ivory Coast, South Africa as he names most difficult game at AFCON 2023

Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman has revealed the most difficult game he played at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Super Eagles coach, Jose...
DAILY POST (NG May 8

In-form Nicolas Jackson emerges as unlikely Dream Team option for season climax

NICOLAS JACKSON (£3.9m) has copped plenty of stick this season. Earlier in the campaign, the Chelsea forward was statistically among the most...
THE SUN May 7

‘We know what to expect, we’re not coming to Paris as tourists’ – Dortmund’s Sébastien Haller on unfinished business with PSG

It will be a special evening for Sébastien Haller (29) as he returns to the city where he was born and raised. The Ivorian striker might have grown...
GET FRENCH FOOTBALL NEWS May 7

Neither Bafana Bafana nor Elephants: Lookman reveals the most difficult game he played at AFCON 

Ademola Lookman has revealed the most difficult game he played for the Super Eagles at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Atalanta forward made...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM May 6

EFL Championship play-off: West Brom’s Semi Ajayi set to lock horns with Southampton’s Aribo

Super Eagles duo, Semi Ajayi and Joe Ayodele-Aribo will lock horns in the semi-final of the EFL Championship play-offs as both sides look to seal a...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA May 4

Finidi’s Appointment As Eagles Coach Good For NPFL –Unuanel

Former Kwara United coach, Samson Unuanel believes the appointment of Finidi George as the Super Eagles head coach will help the development of the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 4

Rise Of Super Eagles Star Defender At AFCON Thrills Ex Arsenal Boss Arsene Wenger

Former coach of Arsenal Arsene Wenger watched almost the entire games of the Africa Cup of Nations which took place in the Ivory Coast,...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM May 3

Nicolas Jackson overtakes Chelsea legend Didier Drogba as stat emerges from debut Premier League season

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has overtaken club legend Didier Drogba for Premier League goals scored in his debut season. The Senegal...
TALKSPORT May 3

Amad Diallo makes agent switch amid '£7m' transfer valuation and Manchester United sale plans

Amad Diallo has reportedly switched agents ahead of a potentially busy summer for the Ivorian
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM May 2

Fiorentina vs Club Brugge: Preview

The Viola prepare for their stiffest test yet in the Conference League. Given some of the recent margins, that's not a reason for optimism....
VIOLANATION.COM May 1

Emmanuel Latte Lath Nominated For POTM

Emmanuel Latte Lath has been nominated for the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month award for April. The Ivorian rattled home an impressive...
MIDDLESBROUGH FC OFFICIAL SITE May 1

Nuno must hand Nottingham Forest contract to £46,000-a-week star, he made eight tackles on Sunday - opinion

There was a surprise selection on the Nottingham Forest team sheet on Sunday as Willy Boly made a return to action. The Ivory Coast defender... The...
NOTTINGHAM FOREST NEWS May 1

Zambia's women could be barred from football at Olympics after Fifa steps in

Fifa has concerns over running of Zambia's football association Letter warns that there may be ‘grounds for the suspension' Zambia's women could...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 30

NFF appoints Finidi as new coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles

Finidi George assisted former coach Jose Peseiro for 20 months during which the Eagles reached the final of the AFCON in Ivory Coast The post NFF...
PREMIUM TIMES Apr 29

JUST IN:NFF appoints Finidi as new coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles

Finidi George assisted former coach Jose Peseiro for 20 months during which the Eagles reached the final of the AFCON in Ivory Coast The post JUST...
PREMIUM TIMES Apr 29

Zambian FA forced to cancel AGM by High Court ruling despite FIFA warnings

April 29 – The Football Association of Zambia suspended their annual general assembly (AGM) on Saturday following a court order, despite FIFA...
INSIDE WORLD FOOTBALL Apr 29

World Cup qualifiers: It won’t be easy – Adepoju predicts Nigeria vs South Africa

Former Nigeria international, Mutiu Adepoju has predicted the outcome of the Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup qualifying match against South Africa....
DAILY POST (NG Apr 29

Fulham now expected to ‘come knocking’ to sign attacker – Would be a Premier League return

According to a claim in the Turkish media Fulham are interested in signing Galatasaray winger Wilfried Zaha ahead of the next transfer window. The...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 29

Roma boss De Rossi charges Ivorian and Italian defenders to cage Osimhen ahead of Serie A clash against Napoli

Roma coach Daniel De Rossi has confirmed that Ivorian defender Evan Ndicka and Italy international Gianluca Mancini will be tasked with keeping...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 28

Probable Formations: Napoli vs Roma

Photo by Luciano Rossi/AS Roma via Getty ImagesWith Roma competing in both Serie A and the Europa League this week, just how much line-up turnover...
CHIESADITOTTI.COM Apr 28

AS Roma coach banking on 2023 AFCON winner to frustrate 'one of the best strikers around' Osimhen 

AS Roma coach Daniele De Rossi is banking on Ivory Coast's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations-winning central defender Evan Ndicka to frustrate Victor...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Apr 27

Ten Hag backs Ivorian star

Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has explained why Amad Diallo has been short of regular game time this season as the Ivorian star puts his...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Apr 27

Victor Osimhen Reveals How He Started Playing Like Didier Drogba

Super Eagles of Nigeria striker, Victor Osimhen, has revealed how he was made to play like Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba. Victor Osimhen has, over...
NAIJANEWS.COM Apr 26

Exclusive: Liverpool face stiff competition to land Bundesliga title winner

Bayer Leverkusen’s 23-year-old Ivory Coast defender Odilon Kossounou remains an option for Liverpool, but the Reds face stiff competition from the...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 26

Osimhen reveals how he was pushed to become like Drogba

Nigeria international, Victor Osimhen has revealed those who pushed him into patterning his football after Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba. The Super...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 26

Roma Defeats Udinese Thanks to Last-Gasp Cristante Header

Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty ImagesAn awkward 18-minute replay ended in dramatic fashion, with Bryan Cristante scoring a 94th minute...
CHIESADITOTTI.COM Apr 25

Super Eagles striker Boniface admits missing 2023 AFCON was one of the painful moments of his career

 Victor Boniface has admitted that missing the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations was one of the most painful moments of his career.  The Bayer...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Apr 25

Meeting A Legend: Charlie Hurley (Part Two) - 'Why I Love Sunderland'

An interview with the King - Charlie Hurley. Before football became what it is today - dominated by over-paid, pampered man-babies and corporate...
SBNATION.COM Apr 25

Kaizer Chiefs interested in a defender they once REJECTED?

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly interested in signing Ivorian defender Ismael Toure from Stellenbosch having rejected him seven years ago.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Apr 25

Newcastle jump ahead of Liverpool in race for Sporting Lisbon star

Newcastle United have reportedly overtaken Liverpool in the race for Sporting Lisbon defender Ousmane Diomande. Diomande is just 20 years old and...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 24

‘I can’t wait’ – Kolo Toure makes statement over managerial career after Wigan Athletic disaster

Wigan Athletic endured a dismal stint under Kolo Toure’s management, but the Ivorian isn’t ready to give up… The post ‘I can’t wait’ – Kolo Toure...
THE72.CO.UK Apr 24

Transfer: Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman eyes Premier League return in the summer

Super Eagles and Atalanta BC forward, Ademola Olajade Lookman, has set his eyes on a return to the English Premier League after two seasons in the...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 23

Sébastien Haller almost certain to miss Borussia Dortmund’s semi final with PSG

Borussia Dortmund’s Ivorian striker Sébastien Haller (29) is quasi-certain to miss their Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain, of which...
GET FRENCH FOOTBALL NEWS Apr 22

'The whole world knows' - Osimhen reiterates he is inspired by Chelsea legend Drogba

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has reiterated that Chelsea legend and two-time African Footballer of the Year Didier Drogba is  his...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Apr 22

Sébastien Haller ‘in no rush’ to make a decision on his Borussia Dortmund future

Borussia Dortmund’s Sébastien Haller has discussed his future at the club, as well as their upcoming Champions League semi-final against Paris...
GET GERMAN FOOTBALL NEWS Apr 22

Clement gives ‘big credit' to Ibrox director as he breaks own rule to single out Rangers hero

When Rangers signed Mohamed Diomande, Philippe Clement tipped the Ivorian kid for the stars. Now, after a starring return to the side against...
RANGERS NEWS Apr 22

Troost-Ekong Reveals His Preferred Super Eagles Coach

William Troost-Ekong has revealed that he would prefer a local coach for the Super Eagles. "I think that will be the ideal situation for our team...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 20

Kolo Toure opens up on Celtic spell and the moment he knew it was time to hang up his boots

The Ivorian spent a year at Celtic before retiring and becoming part of Brendan Rodgers' backroom staff - and the Arsenal Invincible knew it was...
DAILY RECORD Apr 19

Orlando Pirates reheat interest in Ivorian defender

Orlando Pirates are reportedly monitoring the progress of a highly-rated defender currently on the books of Stellenbosch FC.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Apr 19

WAFU B Tourney: Golden Eaglets to face Burkina Faso, Niger, Togo in Group B

The Golden Eaglets of Nigeria have been drawn in Group B of the WAFU Zone B U-17 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Manu Garba’s boys will compete...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 19

WAFU B Tourney: Golden Eaglets Draw Burkina Faso, Niger, Togo

Holders Golden Eaglets of Nigeria will face Burkina Faso, Niger and Togo in Group B of the WAFU Zone B U-17 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 19

WAFU B U17 Championship: Defending champions Nigeria to face Burkina Faso, Togo, Niger in Ghana

The draw for the group stage of the 2024 U17 WAFU Zone B Tournament has been concluded, with the seven participants split into two groups,...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 19

Amad Diallo sends Coventry City warning to team-mates ahead of FA Cup semi-final

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo spent last season on loan at Sunderland in the Championship. It was a positive stint for the Ivory Coast...
STRETTYNEWS.COM Apr 17

Roma's Evan Ndicka suffered a collapsed lung when he fell to the pitch clutching his chest during Serie A game at Udinese... as Daniele de Rossi says Ivorian 'luckily' hasn't got cardiac issues

Roma manager Daniele de Rossi allayed fears Ndicka had suffered cardiac issues and revealed the cause of the Ivory Coast centre-back's problems.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 17

Delay In Appointing Next Coach May Affect Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifying Chances –Sodje Warns NFF

Former Nigerian international, Sam Sodje has warned the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) that the Super Eagles risked the chances of not...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 17

Local sources say Arsenal close in on €80m defender, even though Chelsea need him more

Chelsea target Ousmane Diomande is moving closer to a transfer to Arsenal, O Jogo in Portugal have reported. Still just 20 years old, the Ivory...
CHELSEA-NEWS.CO Apr 16

Arsenal to take steps soon in bid to beat Chelsea to potential €80million transfer

Arsenal are reportedly set to take steps soon to try and beat the likes of Chelsea and Bayern Munich to the potential transfer of Sporting Lisbon...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 16

Super Eagles Of Nigeria To Play Benin Republic In Ivory Coast

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face the Republic of Benin at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan, in June 2024. The Super Eagles of...
NAIJANEWS.COM Apr 15

AS Roma match called off as star collapses on the pitch

AS Roma faced a tense and worrying moment during their clash with Udinese as defender Evan Ndicka collapsed off the ball, prompting the match to be...
CLUTCHPOINTS Apr 15

2026 WORLD CUP QUALIFIER: Super Eagles tackle Benin at ‘lucky’ AFCON stadium

The Super Eagles will take on Benin in a fourth round match of the 2026 World Cup qualifying series at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 15

Roma match abandoned after Evan Ndicka collapses against Udinese

Sunday's Serie A clash between Udinese and Roma was abandoned after Ivory Coast international Evan Ndicka collapsed on the pitch.
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK Apr 14

Udinese v Roma abandoned after Ndicka collapses during match

"There were worrying scenes in Sunday\u0027s Serie A match between Udinese and AS Roma at the Stadio Friuli. Footballing matters paled into...
EUROSPORT.CO.UK Apr 14

Dortmund dealt new Haller blow

Sebastien Haller has suffered a fresh setback after picking up an injury on his first start for Borussia Dortmund since winning the 2023 Africa Cup...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Apr 14

Improving Ivorian ace shows his qualities

PLAYER PROFILE MIDDLESBROUGH STRIKEREMMANUEL LATTE LATH By Chris Dunlavy MICHAEL Carrick said in December that Middlesbrough supporters were...
THELEAGUEPAPER.COM Apr 13

Sebastien Haller's first Dortmund start since winning Africa Cup lasts just 8 minutes

Ivory Coast hero Sebastien Haller's first start for Borussia Dortmund since winning the Africa Cup of Nations lasted just eight minutes.
WASHINGTON TIMES Apr 13

Inter Milan Looking To Poach Hamburg & Germany U17 Defender In The Summer

Inter Milan are reportedly working to snatch Hamburg teenage defender Karim Coulibaly in the summer transfer market. The 16-year-old is a German...
SEMPREINTER.COM Apr 13

Leverkusen’s Boniface hungry for more goals after West Ham cameo

Super Eagles and Bayer 04 Leverkusen striker, Victor Okoh Boniface, was delighted to be back amongst the goals after missing a huge chunk of...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 12

Yves Bissouma was inspired by Man City legend but ‘tough’ dream saw homesickness and tears

Yves Bissouma fought through tears to complete his dream of becoming a Premier League star, thanks to a Manchester City legend. Tottenham star...
TALKSPORT Apr 11

Striker has 12 Champions League goals since he was sold by David Moyes

David Moyes has struggled to find the perfect striker for West Ham over the years and having allowed Sebastien Haller to leave in 2021, the Ivory...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 11

How Eagles Executed Penalty Shootout Win Vs Bafana At AFCON 2023 –Nwabali

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has revealed that the senior national team coaches had confident in his ability to save penalties at the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 11
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