Molde FK suspends Daniel Daga after sexual assault charge in Norway
Former Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has been suspended by Molde FK as he faces a police investigation over an alleged sexual assault in Norway. The incident was first reported to authorities in late April 2025, and Daga has now been formally charged. Legal proceedings are scheduled for March 2026. Both Daga and his club have stated they are cooperating fully with Norwegian police.
Match highlights
- Daniel Daga was suspended by Molde FK after being charged with sexual assault in late April 2025.
- The alleged offence falls under Section 297 of the Norwegian Penal Code, with court hearings set for March 2026.
- Molde FK confirmed that both the club and Daga are cooperating with police during the investigation.
- Before his suspension, Daga played 15 games and scored two league goals for Molde in 2025.
- He last appeared for the club on November 24 in a 2-1 win and previously represented Nigeria at the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
