Wenger's former pupil Ikpeba explains why Arsenal are struggling in the Premier League
Published: April 27, 2021
Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba, who played under Arsene Wenger at Monaco, reckons that Arsenal are struggling in this season's Premier League because they lack maturity and are conceding too many cheap goals.  The 1996 Atlanta Olympics gold medalist  stressed that the protests before the star...
Leicester interested in signing flamboyant PSV Eindhoven winger dubbed 'New Riyad Mahrez'
Published: April 27, 2021
Talented PSV Eindhoven winger Nonso Madueke is reportedly attracting interest from top European clubs ahead of the summer transfer window. According to Daily Mail UK, Madueke is on the agenda of Leicester City but the Premier League side face competition for his signature, with RB Leipzig, AC Milan and Lille also a...
'Good signing from QPR' - Ex-Palace striker tips Eze to become a Premier League superstar
Published: April 26, 2021
Former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison reckons that Eberechi Eze is an English Premier League superstar in the making. The retired Republic of International has been impressed by the attitude and displays of the England U21 international since his switch from Queens Park Rangers last summer. Eze was in ...
'It was on my left foot' - Leicester's new darling Iheanacho reacts to his stunning goal vs Palace
Published: April 26, 2021
Leicester City strengthened their grip on third spot and a Champions League place by coming from behind to defeat Crystal Palace 2-1 on Monday night, with three Nigeria-eligible players on parade at the King Power Stadium.  Leicester City duo Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi, and Crystal Palace attacking midfielde...
Osimhen displays example of his speed, sprints forward from his own half to score vs Torino
Published: April 26, 2021
Nigeria international Victor Osimhen is beginning to enjoy his football at Napoli after previously struggling with injuries. The 2015 U17 World Cup Golden Boot winner endured a slow start to his career at Napoli, netting just two goals in his first sixteen appearances across all competitions. Osimhen has exploded...
Union Berlin schedule transfer talks with Liverpool over permanent signing of Awoniyi
Published: April 26, 2021
German Bundesliga club Union Berlin will hold transfer talks with Liverpool over the permanent acquisition of Taiwo Awoniyi. The 2013 U17 World Cup winner has been loaned out by the Reds to six different clubs, namely FSV Frankfurt, NEC, Royal Excel Mouscron, KAA Gent, Mainz and Union Berlin, since his arrival at An...
Agent reacts to reports Super Eagles striker could depart Dynamo Moscow in the summer
Published: April 26, 2021
Sylvester Igboun's agent has reacted to speculation suggesting that the Super Eagles striker is set to depart Dynamo Moscow when the transfer window reopens in the summer. Igboun, who first made his name in Europe with Danish club FC Midtjylland, has found game time few and far between since completing a permanent ...
Anjorin named in Chelsea's traveling squad, Akinlabi not in Real Madrid matchday squad
Published: April 26, 2021
Chelsea have confirmed their traveling squad for Tuesday's UEFA Champions League semifinal clash against Real Madrid at the Alfredo Di Stéfano Stadium. Manager Thomas Tuchel has taken twenty-four players to Spain, with talented Anglo-Nigerian winger Faustino Anjorin making the squad list. The England youth inte...
Official : Arsenal confirm highly-rated striker Balogun has signed new long-term contract
Published: April 26, 2021
With a statement on their official website, English Premier League club Arsenal have finally confirmed that American-born striker of Nigerian descent Folarin Balogun has committed his future to the club by signing a new long-term deal. Though the length of contract has not been disclosed by the Gunners, allnigeriaso...
Lorient striker Moffi reveals the number of hat-tricks he has scored in his career
Published: April 26, 2021
Lorient striker Terem Moffi has revealed that his treble in yesterday's 4-1 rout of Bordeaux was not the first hat-trick of his professional career. The Super Eagles hopeful was on target in the 20th, 43rd and 80th minutes, taking his season numbers to fourteen goals and three assists from 28 appearances in the Fre...
Photo : Chelsea boss runs the rule over Nigeria-eligible winger before trip to Real Madrid
Published: April 26, 2021
Chelsea's German football tactician Thomas Tuchel is considering including Faustino Anjorin in his traveling squad for Tuesday's UEFA Champions League semifinal clash against Real Madrid. The former Borussia Dortmund and PSG coach promoted Anjorin to first team training on Monday morning, the team's final workout o...
'He's such an exciting player' - Ex-Barcelona winger waxes lyrical about Chukwueze
Published: April 26, 2021
Former Barcelona winger Andrea Orlandi has heaped praise upon Samuel Chukwueze, revealing that the Nigeria international was Villarreal's most dangerous player during their 2-1 loss to Barcelona in a La Liga clash on Sunday. Chukwueze broke the deadlock when he took advantage of the mishap in the Barcelona defence,...
Patrick Vieira-like midfielder makes debut for Rennes aged 17; Dad wants him to represent Nigeria
Published: April 26, 2021
One of the most promising teenagers of Nigerian descent on the books of a big five European League club, Lesley Ugochukwu has made his professional debut for Rennes, aged 17 years and 30 days. Under the orders of manager Bruno Génésio, the French-born youngster entered the game as a substitute in the 89th minute ...
Dead-ball guru Nwakali scores for third match running but Alcorcon are beaten by Leganes
Published: April 26, 2021
Kelechi Nwakali was on target as Alcorcón were beaten 2-1 by Leganes in a LaLiga 2 clash at the Estadio Santo Domingo on Sunday, April 25. Leganes manager Asier Garitano could not count on Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo who was serving a suspension following the red card he received in the penultimate round o...
Ajayi's challenge on Barkley : Ex-Chelsea captain reveals penalty decision was correct
Published: April 25, 2021
West Brom are running out of time to save their Premier League status after seeing two points slip away in the second minute of stoppage time, giving them a 2-2 draw against Aston Villa at Villa Park on Sunday evening. Nigeria international Semi Ajayi made his first start for the Baggies in three games and went the d...