Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has revealed that Lionel Messi’s goal against Nigeria during the 2018 World Cup in Russia influenced his decision to represent the senior national team on the international stage. Messi scored the opening goal in the match, leading Argentina to a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the final group game of … Read more
Alex Iwobi featured for Fulham in their Carabao Cup third-round clash on Tuesday night, but the Premier League side were eliminated in a tense penalty shootout against lower-division Preston North End. After a 1-1 draw in regulation time, Preston emerged victorious in a marathon 16-15 shootout. Iwobi entered the match with 13 minutes remaining, while … Read more
Ndidi disappointed by disrupted camp for 2026 qualifiers due to delays. He emphasizes maintaining 2023 AFCON standard, focused on South Africa, Benin matches. Also expects tough game against South Africa, and tells teammates to be mindful of AFCON history. Eko Hot Blog reports that Wilfred Ndidi, the Super Eagles midfielder, expressed disappointment over the team’s … Read more
Eight Super Eagles players were stranded in Lagos and Abuja due to a nationwide strike, disrupting their travel plans to Uyo. Despite efforts to join the squad, they were unable to secure connecting flights. The team is preparing for crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey has been given the short end of the stick b former Ajax player, Wesley Sneijder as a result of the Nigerian’s poor form this season. Calvin Bassey recently made the move to Ajax from Rangers in the Scottish league. According to Sneijder, he doesn’t consider Calvin Bassey worth the amount … Read more