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The NPFL has arranged duplicate trophies in Lagos and Port Harcourt ahead of the 2025/26 season finale, as Enugu Rangers and Rivers United go into the final day separated by just one point, with simultaneous kick-offs planned amid both a tight title race and a multi-club relegation battle.
Raphael Onyedika has won the 2025/26 Belgian Pro League title with Club Brugge KV after a 2-2 draw against K.V. Mechelen, marking a major milestone in the Super Eagles midfielder’s growing European career and his rise as one of Nigeria’s most consistent exports.
Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle has added Nathan Tella and Alhassan Yusuf to the squad for the Unity Cup, boosting tactical depth and midfield/wing options as Nigeria prepares for a high-intensity tournament schedule.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America will feature an expanded 48-team format and is expected to showcase a new generation of global superstars, including Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham, Florian Wirtz, and Jamal Musiala, while marking a transition era as veteran icons like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo approach their final tournament appearances.
Éric Chelle has named a 24-man Super Eagles squad for June friendlies against Poland and Portugal, blending established stars like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman with midfield creativity from Alex Iwobi.
Samuel Chukwueze’s place as a guaranteed Super Eagles starter is under threat after coach Éric Chelle handed first call-ups to Femi Azeez and Zadok Yohanna. The move signals a shift toward merit-based selection, with Chukwueze’s inconsistent club form opening the door for new attacking options.
The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) is set for a potential shift in power dynamics as four newly promoted privately owned clubs prepare to join the top flight ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Emmanuel Fernandez has expressed gratitude and determination after receiving his first call-up to the Super Eagles.
Emmanuel Dennis has been left out of Brøndby IF’s squad for their Copenhagen derby against FC Copenhagen, raising questions about his current role in the team.
Arsenal FC’s 2025/26 Premier League title win was shaped by a series of key moments throughout the season under manager Mikel Arteta. A pivotal result came away at Manchester City, where late contributions from Gabriel Martinelli helped swing momentum in Arsenal’s favour during the title race. Summer signing Eberechi Eze also played a major role, delivering decisive performances in key fixtures including the north London derbies against Tottenham Hotspur.
Mikel Arteta has strengthened his legacy at Arsenal FC after guiding the club to their first Premier League title in 22 years during the 2025/26 season.
Arsenal FC have confirmed plans for an open-top bus parade in north London to celebrate their Premier League title win, with the event scheduled for 31 May.
