The Super Eagles are back with a win 🇳🇬🔥Nigeria defeated Iran 2-1 in their first match since finishing 3rd at AFCON 2025. Moses Simon opened the scoring before Akor Adams doubled the lead early in the second half. Mehdi Taremi pulled one back, but Nigeria held on for the win in Antalya, Turkey.

In this video, Olu breaks down the game, highlights key performances, and shares his biggest takeaways from the match. He also discusses the unusual pre-match situation, with multiple kickoff time changes and the game starting earlier than expected.

Overall, it’s a positive result for Nigeria and one that could help the Super Eagles climb up the FIFA rankings.

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(00:00) Intro

(01:55) Starting Lineup

(02:57) Iran's Touching Tribute

(03:38) How the game played out

(09:52) Overall Thoughts on the game

(12:37) Super Eagles Player Reviews

(18:56) Final Thoughts (NFF woes)

The Super Eagles are back in action for the first time since January. Nigeria face Iran in an international friendly, their first game since finishing 3rd at AFCON 2025. With no World Cup to prepare for, this match becomes crucial for building momentum and improving their standing in the FIFA rankings.Olu breaks down everything you need to know ahead of the game, including the current form and ranking of both teams, key players to watch from the Iranian side, and what to expect tactically from Nigeria. He also predicts the Super Eagles lineup and gives his score prediction for the match.Can Nigeria continue the good vibes after AFCON, or will Iran spoil the party? Check out our website: nigeriafootballweekly.com Follow Nigeria Football Weekly:Twitter - https://twitter.com/NFWPod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nigeriafootballweekly/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nigeriafootballweekly Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NigeriaFootballWeekly Linktree - https://linktr.ee/nigeriafootballweekly Email - nigeriafootballweekly@gmail.com (00:00) Intro(01:09) What's on the line for this game(02:39) Nigeria's squad list(04:27) Nigeria without Osimhen(05:32) Iranian players to watch out for(07:07) Concerns for Iran leading to the World Cup(08:08) Iran's recent form(09:49) General thoughts on Nigeria(12:10) Super Eagles predicted lineup(15:06) Final score prediction

Join Olu for Episode 235 of the Nigeria Football Weekly Podcast, where he discusses who the standout Nigerian players were over the past weekend. Ademola Lookman scored against Real Madrid, Taiwo Awoniyi got on the scoresheet against struggling Spurs, and Philip Otele scored against Dortmund.Other players who had good weekends of football include Maduka Okoye, Felix Agu, Chidozie Awaziem, and Isaac James, who all had good performances to mention.Olu then concludes the podcast by reviewing how Nigerian players fared in the final game week leading to the international break. Check out our website: nigeriafootballweekly.com Follow Nigeria Football Weekly:Twitter - https://twitter.com/NFWPod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nigeriafootballweekly/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nigeriafootballweekly Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NigeriaFootballWeekly Linktree - https://linktr.ee/nigeriafootballweekly Email - nigeriafootballweekly@gmail.com

It was a dramatic midweek in the Champions League for Nigerian players, with Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray being knocked out after a heavy 4-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield, losing 4-1 on aggregate. The night got worse as Osimhen picked up an injury in the first half and had to be taken off, with his absence clearly affecting Galatasaray’s performance.On the other hand, Ademola Lookman helped Atletico Madrid secure qualification to the quarter-finals, providing an assist in their 3-2 loss to Tottenham Hotspur, as they progressed 7-5 on aggregate.Olu then shifts to the weekend preview, starting with Nigerian players in the Premier League. Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze face Burnley, while Ola Aina and Taiwo Awoniyi travel to face Tottenham in a crucial relegation battle. He also previews the rest of the Premier League fixtures, including a prediction for the Carabao Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City.The episode continues with the top games to watch involving Nigerian players across Europe, including Philip Otele and Jordan Torunarigha facing Borussia Dortmund, Chidera Ejuke and Akor Adams taking on Umar Sadiq, a Madrid derby featuring Lookman, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro in action for Pisa, and Gift Orban facing Atalanta.Olu wraps up with the full list of Nigerian players to watch this weekend across Europe.Check out our website: nigeriafootballweekly.com Follow Nigeria Football Weekly:Twitter - https://twitter.com/NFWPod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nigeriafootballweekly/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nigeriafootballweekly Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NigeriaFootballWeekly Linktree - https://linktr.ee/nigeriafootballweekly Email - nigeriafootballweekly@gmail.com (00:00) Intro(00:46) Osimhen injured in Champions League exit(08:58) Lookman assists as Atletico advance(12:58) Europa & Conference League games(15:22) Premier League Preview(17:30) Nigerians in Premier League action(19:17) Other Premier League fixtures(24:08) Arsenal vs Man City preview(25:01) Top Nigerian picks to watch(30:03) Ones to watch

It was another big weekend for Nigerian footballers. Olu begins the episode by highlighting the standout Nigerian performers of the week, including Victor Osimhen scoring for Galatasaray against Istanbul Basaksehir, while Paul Onuachu extended his incredible scoring run to 10 consecutive games with 12 goals for Trabzonspor.There were also impressive performances from Ola Aina, who delivered a Man of the Match display for Nottingham Forest against Fulham, and David Moses, who produced a brilliant assist for Slavia Prague in their 3-1 win over FC Zlin.The episode continues with player reviews from the weekend, before looking ahead to midweek European action in the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League, highlighting Nigerian players involved. Finally, Olu opens the floor for viewers to call in and share their thoughts on the biggest Nigerian football stories of the week. Check out our website: nigeriafootballweekly.com Follow Nigeria Football Weekly:Twitter - https://twitter.com/NFWPod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nigeriafootballweekly/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nigeriafootballweekly Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NigeriaFootballWeekly Linktree - https://linktr.ee/nigeriafootballweekly Email - nigeriafootballweekly@gmail.com(00:00) Intro(04:33) Standout Performers for the week(20:09) Starboy of the week(25:44) NFF Discussion and Foreign-based players(58:55) Weekend Player reviews(1:34:15) Ones to watch(1:40:12) Community call-in and discussions

Olu brings the midweek report and weekend preview, covering the biggest stories involving Nigerian players across Europe.

The episode begins with Olu reacting to the rumoured Super Eagles kits for next year, before moving into the midweek report. Nigerian players were in action across European competitions, including Victor Osimhen helping Galatasaray secure a huge first-leg win against Liverpool in the Champions League, while Ademola Lookman featured as Atletico Madrid beat Tottenham 5-2. Olu also rounds up Nigerian performances in the Europa League, Conference League, and the English Championship.

Attention then shifts to the Premier League weekend preview, starting with Nigerian players involved in key fixtures including Fulham vs Nottingham Forest, Wolves vs Brentford, and Crystal Palace vs Leeds, before breaking down the rest of Premier League Gameweek 30.

To wrap up the show, Olu highlights his top games involving Nigerian footballers across Europe, including Atletico Madrid vs Getafe, Trabzonspor vs Rizespor, Verona vs Genoa, Barcelona vs Sevilla, and Lazio vs AC Milan, before finishing with the full list of Nigerians to watch this weekend.

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(00:00) Intro

(00:53) Nigeria's Rumoured Kit

(01:54) Champions League Review

(02:44) Europa League Review

(04:40) Conference League Review

(05:26) English Championship Review

(07:12) Premier League Preview

(09:16) Nigerians in Premier League action

(11:16) Other Premier League games

(16:41) Top picks to watch this weekend

(20:58) Ones to watch

It's been another huge week for Nigerian footballers across Europe and beyond 🇳🇬⚽Olu begins the show by breaking down the standout Nigerian performers of the week, including Victor Osimhen’s derby-winning goal for Galatasaray against Besiktas, Akor Adams returning to the scoresheet for Sevilla, and Salim Fago Lawal continuing his impressive start at Viktoria Plzen.Other performances highlighted include Gift Orban’s assist after returning from suspension, Umar Sadiq’s contribution for Valencia, Bamidele Yusuf’s goal and assist for Ferencvaros, and Bruno Onyemaechi’s Man of the Match display for Olympiacos. Olu ranks his Starboy of the Week podium based on these performances.He also dives into the situation surrounding Christantus Uche, whose loan spell at Crystal Palace may end without a permanent move after falling short of the required number of starts.There’s also an update on Amas Obasogie, who has now been cleared of match-fixing allegations after Singida Black Stars suspended him last week pending investigation.The show wraps up with player reviews from the weekend, players to watch during the week, and a live discussion with the community.

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(00:00) Intro

(02:55) Standout Performers of the week

(15:38) Starboy of the week

(23:26) What's next for Christantus Uche?

(48:36) Amas Obasogie's suspension lifted

(52:51) Player Reviews

(1:30:05) Nigerian football discussions

(2:13:18) Ones to watch

(2:26:00) Community call-in and discussions

WAFCON 2026 has officially been postponed just 12 days before kickoff, with CAF announcing that the tournament will now take place from July 25 to August 16 instead of the original March dates. Olu reacts to the shocking decision and discusses what it says about how the women's game continues to be treated on the continent.The episode also covers the Super Falcons’ 3-1 win over Cameroon in their latest preparation match, before moving into the mid-week report highlighting Nigerian performances across Europe including Paul Onuachu and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru scoring in domestic cup action.Finally, Olu previews the FA Cup weekend, looking at Nigerian players in action including Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Calvin Bassey and Tolu Arokodare, before breaking down the top games involving Nigerian footballers across Europe, featuring Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman, Maduka Okoye, Gift Orban and more.Check out our website: nigeriafootballweekly.com Follow Nigeria Football Weekly:Twitter - https://twitter.com/NFWPod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nigeriafootballweekly/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nigeriafootballweekly Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NigeriaFootballWeekly Linktree - https://linktr.ee/nigeriafootballweekly Email - nigeriafootballweekly@gmail.com (00:00) Intro

(03:19) WAFCON Postponed

(09:19) Super Falcons beat Cameroon 3-1

(12:34) Midweek games report

(35:21) Premier League review

(45:44) FA Cup Preview

(1:05:58) Top picks to watch this weekend

(1:19:56) Ones to watch

(1:26:11) Community call-in and discussions