Today, Chuba Akpom got his third goal in the Dutch league for Ajax to beat Heerenveen 2-0.
Akpom, 29, came off the bench to double Ajax lead late on in this away fixture when he reacted sharpest to head home.
Ajax now have 45 points from 19 matches, a point behind leaders PSV.
Super Eagles star: We will win remaining matches to qualify for 2026 World Cup
The Super Eagles will win their remaining qualifying matches beginning with next month’s games to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, according to former international Godwin Okpara. Former PSG defender Okpara featured for Nigeria at the 1998 World Cup in France. “It’s still in our hands to qualify and I have that confidence, we have ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Music star Tems buys into MLS club San Diego FC
Nigerian music star Tems is now part of the ownership group of Major League Soccer (MLS) club San Diego FC. The club, who will debut in the MLS this year, announced this major development on their official website. The Lagos, Nigeria native joins a distinguished group of Club Partners who share a commitment to excellence ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Shooting Stars dimmed by Kwara United, Kano Pillars, Bendel Insurance win
Shooting Stars eight-game unbeaten run in the NPFL was ended today at Kwara United in a rescheduled match, while Kano Pillars and Bendel Insurance recorded home wins. Shooting Stars fell 2-0 at Kwara United with goals from captain Kabiru Mohammed and new signing Ojifini Abdullahi, but maintained second place with 40 points from 23 matches. ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Iheanacho desperate to play says Middlesbrough boss
Kelechi Iheanacho has been great in training and he is desperate to start playing for his new club Middlesbrough. The Super Eagles striker is on loan to English Championship side Middlesbrough from La Liga outfit Sevilla until the end of the season. He could even make his ‘Boro debut tonight at fellow Premier League promotion ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Chukwueze in danger of UEFA Champions League ban
Samuel Chukwueze will miss the next UEFA Champions League game should he be booked in tonight’s clash at Feyenoord. The AC Milan winger has already been booked twice in the competition and another caution will hand him a one-match suspension. Chukwueze is not expected to start today for the Italian club, but could still be ... Read more Continue reading here ▶