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Kaye Furo still waiting for Premier League action

Published

9 months ago

February 14, 2026

The son of former Super Eagles star Furo Iyenemi, Kaye Furo, has yet to see action in the Premier League since his sensational transfer to Brentford with some now questioning the wisdom of his quitting Belgian team Club Brugge.

The 18-year-old striker has been named on the Brentford matchday squad thrice, but with the red-hot form of the Brazilian Igor Thiago he would have to wait for some time to taste action in the Premier League.

However, Brentford sports director Phil Giles said his chance will come.

“Physically, he’s a big guy, and that’s a good starting point to compete in the Premier League,” Giles remarked.

“He’s also quick, he moves well, and he has a good work ethic. These are all qualities we look for in a striker and to play in the Premier League. We’re very excited about him and we think he can make an impact both in the short and long term. He still needs to develop.”

He added: “And we’re behind him. We’re going to work together.

“Who knows how long it will take him to get there – it might be next week, but it could also take a bit longer.”

Brentford boss Keith Andrews also expressed his confidence Furo Junior will finally come through.

“I have no doubt he’ll be a key player for us,” he stated.

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Super Eagles get no pay for heroic draw in Russia

Published

4 weeks ago

October 9, 2026

Kenny Malone

Like it was last year, the Super Eagles again did not get paid for their efforts in a commendable comeback-draw with Russia.

Russia splashed out $1.2 million in June 2025 to get Nigeria play against them in a first-ever meeting at full international level.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw with striker Tolu Arokodare scoring the equaliser for the Super Eagles.

This week, the Eagles, parading a makeshift team made up of as many as nine debutants, fought back to draw 3-3 with home team Russia.

It was understood that the NFF received $600,000 to honour this friendly.

The team did not receive even an appearance fee.

“Again no kobo was paid the team and there were no promises of anything going forward.” a source informed SCORENigeria

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Super Falcons star Gift Monday on the move again

Published

4 weeks ago

October 9, 2026

Bryce Mullins

Super Falcons forward Gift Monday has changed NWSL clubs.

She has left Washington Spirit for Boston Legacy.

She was traded in exchange for $500,000 in transfer threshold funds and Spirit will get a 20% sell-on clause should Boston transfer her again in the future.

Gift Monday joined Washington Spirit in March 2025 from UD Tenerife of Spain.

She scored 12 goals and made three assists in 48 appearances for the American club.

Sporting director James Hocken said: “Since arriving, Monday has been a valuable contributor in our attacking third and played an integral role in helping this club reach the NWSL championship playoffs last season.

“We wish her nothing but continued success in the next stage of her career.”

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FIFA RANKING: Super Eagles drop after Guinea Bissau bashing

Published

1 month ago

October 8, 2026

Elliot Michael

A 3-0 humbling defeat in Guinea Bissau has dropped the Super Eagles four places down in the latest FIFA ranking.

The Super Eagles are now ranked as the 30th best team in the world, down from 26, and sixth in Africa after a mixed bag of results in the latest international break.

Guinea Bissau, on the other hand, rose eight places up after they recorded a famous victory over the three-time African champions.

The Wild Dogs are now top of Group L of the 2027 AFCON qualifying series with six points from two matches after wins over Nigeria and Tanzania.

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