Troost-Ekong celebrates Super Eagles milestone

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June 7, 2025

William Troost-Ekong has celebrated the tenth anniversary of his debut for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Ekwutosblog reports.

Troost-Ekong, who was born in the Netherlands to a Nigerian father and Dutch mother, made his debut for the Super Eagles against Chad on 13 June 2015.

The 31-year-old made his 79th appearance for the three-time African champions against Russia at the Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, on Friday night.

The centre-back thanked former Super Eagles head coach, the late Stephen Keshi, for handing him his debut.

He also expressed pride in taking over from Ahmed Musa as captain of the team.

“10 YEARS REPRESENTING NIGERIA:13.06.2015 – 06.06.2025

I will never forget the ‘Big Boss’ Stephen Keshi for believing in me to make my debut in Kaduna that day a decade ago,” the Al-Kholood of Saudi Arabia defender wrote on social media.

“79 caps, 5 major tournaments, 3 medals later. It is my biggest pride to be the captain of this nation & team.

“No dream is ever to big. This is my purpose, and I will continue to strive to be better everyday.
GRATEFUL!”

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Serie A: Lookman nominated for Atalanta’s Player of the Season

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June 13, 2025

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Ademola Lookman is in the running for Atalanta’s Goal of the Season award, Ekwutosblog reports.

Lookman had two goals nominated for the individual accolade.

The Nigeria international’s superb strike in Atalanta’s 3-2 loss to Real Madrid was the first on the list.

The 27-year-old also earned nomination for his sublime finish in La Dea’s 5-0 trouncing of Empoli at the Gewiss Stadium.

Lookman will be looking to add another individual award to his collections after scooping Atalanta’s Player of the Season prize for the last two campaigns.

He scored 22 times and recorded five assists in 46 appearances across all competitions for the Bergamo club last season.

EPL: Sign Osimhen instead of Gyokeres – Ferdinand advises Man United

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June 13, 2025

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Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has advised his former club to sign Victor Osimhen instead of Viktor Gyokeres.

The Red Devils are in search of more firepower upfront after an underwhelming campaign.

The duo of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee failed to deliver the goods, with United finishing in a disappointing 15th position on the table.

Ruben Amorim’s side also lost to Tottenham Hotspur in the final of the UEFA Europa League.

Gyokeres, who had an outstanding campaign for Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon, has been linked with a move to Old Trafford.

The forward scored 39 goals and registered eight assists to help Sporting Lisbon clinch the Portuguese League title.

Despite his impressive form in front of goal, Ferdinand believed Osimhen would be a better fit for his old club.

“I think Gyokeres, everyone’s talking about him. Again, I think if I’m looking at the market now and I had to pick him or Osimhen, I’d probably pick Osimhen because of that experience,” the former England international told the Mirror.