The 2025/26 Premier League season kicked off yesterday with a 4–2 win for Liverpool over Bournemouth at Anfield, Soccernet.ng reports.

For Nigerian football lovers, the dramatic win sets a tone for another exciting campaign for their respective teams.

However, it is also another chance to watch their beloved Super Eagles stars compete at the very highest level of English football.

Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey

Alex Iwobi continues to be one of Nigeria’s most consistent performers in England. The midfielder is expected to play a key role in Marco Silva’s Fulham side at Craven Cottage this season.

Tottenham Hotspur versus Fulham Post match chat between Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey. Copyright: Imago

Alongside him is Calvin Bassey, whose commanding presence across the backline have made him a dependable figure.

Following this, every Fulham game is a must-watch for Super Eagles fans at the stadium or from home.

Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina

Taiwo Awoniyi will be spearheading Nottingham Forest’s attack. The 28-year-old striker remains one of the Super Eagles’ most reliable strikers in Europe.

Partnering with him in the Forest squad is Ola Aina, whose defensive and attacking support provides balance to the team.

Ola Aina, Anthony Elanga, Eric da Silva Moreira, Taiwo Awoniyi participate in the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Tottenham Hotspur (Photo credit: Imago)

Their presence at the City Ground ensures that Forest games are a must-watch for Nigerian supporters tracking their countrymen’s progress.

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Frank Onyeka

Following a return from a loan move to Augsburg in Germany, Onyeka is expected to bounce back at Brentford with his strong ball-winning abilities. If you are not watching his games from the Gtech Community Stadium, you are rather following his game on cable TV.