'He had the fullback on toast' - Ex- England manager waxes lyrical about Chelsea winger Madueke
Published: April 28, 2024
Former England manager Glenn Hoddle has hailed Anglo-Nigerian forward Noni Madueke for his performance for Chelsea in their 2-2 draw with Aston Villa yesterday. The 22-year-old was in sparkling form at Villa Park, scoring the first goal as Chelsea staged a comeback to salvage a draw in the encounter. He would als...
AS Roma coach banking on 2023 AFCON winner to frustrate 'one of the best strikers around' Osimhen 
Published: April 28, 2024
AS Roma coach Daniele De Rossi is banking on Ivory Coast's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations-winning central defender Evan Ndicka to frustrate Victor Osimhen in Sunday's Serie A clash against Napoli at the Diego Maradona Stadium.  Evan Ndicka has received the green light to resume sporting activities after coll...
'I liked Pulisic' - AC Milan coach insists he won't tweak his formation to accommodate Chukwueze 
Published: April 28, 2024
AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli has made it clear that he will not tweak his formation to accommodate Samuel Chukwueze in his starting lineup. Despite being one of the most in-form players in the Rossoneri side in recent weeks, the Nigeria international has continued to play second fiddle to United States captain C...
24 goals in last 7 matches: Arsenal legend Wilshere hails Obi-Martin for extraordinary form 
Published: April 28, 2024
Arsenal legend Jack Wilshere has praised Chido Obi-Martin for his extraordinary form since the beginning of March.  The Denmark U17 international of Nigerian descent has scored in each of his last seven games in the U18 Premier League. On Saturday, he broke Folarin Balogun's record for the most goals scored ...
The Super Eagles conundrum: Unpacking the best coaching option for Nigeria's national team
Published: April 28, 2024
As the Super Eagles gear up for another exciting chapter in their football journey, the debate rages on: should the team be led by a homegrown coach or a foreign tactician? This question has sparked intense discussion among football enthusiasts, pundits, and fans alike, with each side presenting compelling arguments...
George named in matchday squad, Madueke scores and assists for Chelsea in draw with Aston Villa
Published: April 27, 2024
Flying Eagles-eligible forward Tyrique George was named in the matchday squad as Chelsea came from two goals down to play a 2-2 draw with Aston Villa at the Villa Park on Saturday night. The home side took the lead as early as the 4th minute through an own goal from Marc Cucurella who had the last touch from an earl...
Tottenham make move to beat Manchester United to signing of English-born Nigerian star
Published: April 27, 2024
Tottenham have intensified their efforts to sign English-born Nigerian star Tosin Adarabioyo in the summer. According to TEAMTalk, the North London club have made a tempting offer to the Fulham centre back in a bid to beat Manchester United and other suitors to his signature. Tottenham want to bolster their centr...
Watch: Tottenham forward Ajayi scores his first U18s hat-trick in 8-goal thriller against West Brom 
Published: April 27, 2024
Nigeria forward Damola Ajayi scored his first hat-trick for Tottenham Hotspur U18s during their 5-3 win over West Bromwich Albion in an U18 Premier League fixture played at the Tottenham Hotspur Academy Spurs Lodge on Saturday afternoon. Ajayi opened the scoring in the 6th minute,putting the ball home with a precis...
Premier League: Danish-Nigerian forward suffers relegation with Sheffield United
Published: April 27, 2024
Sheffield United's Denmark U21 international of Nigerian descent, William Osula will be playing in the English Football League next season if he does not move onto pastures new in the summer transfer window. Sheffield United were among the three teams promoted at the end of last season, alongside Burnley and Lut...
Iwobi becomes fourth Nigerian player to make 250 PL appearances after Arsenal, Newcastle, Everton legends 
Published: April 27, 2024
Versatile Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi today became the fourth Nigerian player to make at least 250 appearances in the Premier League.  Iwobi achieved the milestone of 250 games with his inclusion in Fulham's starting lineup for the ongoing game against Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage.  He follows in the ...
After scoring seven goals against Norwich U18s, Obi-Martin breaks Arsenal record held by USMNT striker
Published: April 27, 2024
Danish-born Nigerian striker Chido Obi-Martin put up a remarkable performance as Arsenal beat Norwich City 9-0 in an U18 Premier League fixture held at Lotus Training Center in Norfolk on Saturday afternoon, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.  The Denmark U17 international went viral last November after scoring ten goa...
'Scored many goals' - Legendary Brazil striker heaps praise on Osimhen, tips him to do well at new club 
Published: April 27, 2024
Legendary Brazil striker Antonio Careca has hailed Victor Osimhen for the incredible performance he has had for Napoli over the years amid his impending departure from the 2022-2023 Serie A champions.  The Super Eagles star forward joined Napoli in the summer of 2020 from French side Lille and became the most expe...
Confirmed: Super Falcons-eligible striker set to be named in Barcelona's gameday squad v Chelsea 
Published: April 27, 2024
Super Falcons-eligible striker Vicky López is set to be named in Barcelona's matchday squad on Saturday evening when they take on Chelsea in the semifinal of the UEFA Women's Champions League.  Barcelona Women coach Jonatan Giráldez has taken twenty-two players to the English capital, London, with Lopez ...
'Doing well' - AC Milan coach Pioli reveals Samuel Chukwueze is ready to play against Juventus 
Published: April 27, 2024
Speaking on the eve of AC Milan's Serie A clash against Juventus at  Allianz Stadium in Turin, manager Stefano Pioli confirmed that Samuel Chukwueze is in contention to feature against the Bianconeri. The Juventus v AC Milan clash is important as the result on Saturday is likely to influence whether the Bianco...
'Probably there will be offers' - Bournemouth boss expects bids for history-making striker of Nigerian descent
Published: April 27, 2024
One-cap England international of Nigerian descent, Dominic Solanke has made a splash with his performances for Bournemouth in the Premier League this season.  When he found the net against Manchester United at Old Trafford exactly two weeks ago, he entered into the history books as the top-scoing Bournemouth player...