Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga charged with sexual assault in Norway

Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga has been formally charged with sexual assault without consent in Norway, Molde FK, the 18-year-old’s club, confirmed the development in an official statement on Friday evening, Sport360NG reports.

Regarded as one of Nigeria’s most promising young midfield talents in Europe, Daga has been suspended from all training sessions and competitive matches pending the outcome of legal proceedings.

Molde FK stated that Daga has fully cooperated with Norwegian authorities throughout the investigation, attending all required interrogations. The club added that the suspension will remain in effect until further notice.

Daga has returned to Nigeria but is expected to travel back to Norway for upcoming court hearings. The case is scheduled for March 2026 at the Nordmøre and Romsdal District Court.

The matter is ongoing, and neither the player nor the club have issued further comments.