Retired Italy Midfielder Explains Why Gattuso Should Not Have Started Osimhen In Loss To AZ
Published: October 23, 2020
Former Italy international midfielder Roberto Rambaudi has explained why Napoli coach Gennaro Gattuso should not have started Victor Osimhen in his side's shock 1-0 loss to Dutch opponents AZ Alkmaar at Stadio San Paolo on Thursday. The  AZ Alkmaar defence did a good job marking the Nigerian dangerman and prevented...
Everton Coach Namechecks Iwobi Among Three Players In Line To Replace Richarlison, James
Published: October 23, 2020
Alex Iwobi has been namechecked among three players in line to replace South American duo Richarlison and James Rodriguez in Everton's starting lineup in their clash with Southampton on Sunday. While the Brazilian is suspended following his dismissal against Liverpool last weekend, the Colombian picked up an injury...
Metalist Kharkiv Star Eyes Promotion To Ukrainian Premier League; Declares Allegiance To Nigeria
Published: October 23, 2020
Metalist Kharkiv left back Chidera Kelit Anih has expressed desire to help his Ukrainian second-tier side gain promotion to the country's topflight at the end of the 2020/2021 season and also launch his international career with Nigeria.The defender has made three appearances this season for the team currently placed s...
'I Wish The Fans Were There' - Fulham's Aina Looking Forward To Potential Home Debut Vs Eagles
Published: October 23, 2020
Fulham's Nigeria international Ola Aina is looking forward to a potential home debut in Saturday's Premier League clash against Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage. With Dutch defender Kenny Tete on the sidelines due to a calf complaint, Aina has made the right-back position his own, having started the last three game...
'He Slots It Away Really Well' - Leicester Boss Hails Nigerian History-maker Iheanacho
Published: October 23, 2020
Kelechi Iheanacho became the first Nigerian-born player in history to assist two goals in a single Europa League match in Leicester City's 3-0 rout of Zorya Luhansk at the King Power Stadium on Thursday night, according to OPTA. The Nigeria international got the nod to lead the attack in the absence of Jamie Vardy ...
Europa League : Leicester's Iheanacho Involved In 3 Goals; Sivasspor's Kayode, Molde's Ohi Strike
Published: October 22, 2020
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round up of Nigeria-eligible players that scored or assisted for their respective clubs on matchday one of the Europa League on Thursday, October 22. At the Tallaght Stadium, former Manchester City trialist Ohi Anthony Omoijuanfo scored the game-winning goal for Molde in a 2-1 road win against...
Official : Former Crystal Palace And Burnley Youth-Teamer Koiki Joins Bristol Rovers
Published: October 22, 2020
Nigerian left-back Ali Koiki has ended his search for a new club following his move to League One side Bristol Rovers. Via their official website, Bristol Rovers confirmed the signing of the highly-rated youngster on Thursday. Koiki turned out for the academy team of Crystal Palace before transferring to Burnley...
Nwankwo Kanu Sends Birthday Message To Former Arsenal Coach Arsene Wenger
Published: October 22, 2020
Retired Nigeria international Nwankwo Kanu has sent a birthday message to highly-respected French coach Arsene Wenger, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Wenger, who managed Arsenal for nearly 22 years, is celebrating his 71st birthday today, October 22. The Frenchman strengthened his attacking options in January 199...
FIFA 21 TOTW 4 : Man Utd, Chelsea Strikers Picked Ahead Of Osimhen; Napoli Star On The Bench
Published: October 22, 2020
The FIFA Ultimate Team of the Week (TOTW 4) representing the players that played well in the last round of matches was released by EA Sports on Wednesday, October 21 with Victor Osimhen named on the substitutes bench. The former Lille star opened his account in the Italian Serie A in the 43rd minute as Napoli thras...
FIFA Rankings : Nigeria Fall Out Of Top Three Teams In Africa After Loss To Algeria
Published: October 22, 2020
Football governing body, Fifa, on Thursday, October 22 published its latest rankings of National Teams, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. African champions Algeria have pushed Nigeria into fourth place in terms of the continental ranking after beating the Super Eagles 1-0 in a friendly on October 9. That defeat and t...
Confirmed : Nigeria-Eligible Midfielder Inks New Contract With Aston Villa
Published: October 22, 2020
Nigeria-eligible midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka has ended speculation about his future after inking a new contract with English Premier League side Aston Villa. Through their official website, Aston Villa have confirmed that the England youth international has signed his first professional contract without disclosing...
'Joe Has Missed 10 Weeks' - Rangers Boss Gerrard Admits Aribo Not In Tip-top Condition
Published: October 22, 2020
Joe Aribo is available for selection for the Europa League fixture between Standard Liege and Rangers at the Stade Maurice Dufrasne on Thursday evening after recovering from an ankle injury. Having spent more than two months on the sidelines, the Nigeria international returned to action last weekend in Rangers' 2-0...
Chelsea Icon Obi Mikel Captains Stoke City In 2-2 Draw With Barnsley
Published: October 21, 2020
Chelsea icon John Obi Mikel captained Stoke City for the first time in a competitive match as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Barnsley in a Championship game at the Bet365 Stadium on Wednesday night, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. The former Nigeria international was handed the captain's armband in a pre-season win a...
UCL Wrap MD 1 : Dennis Scores; Onyeka, Sanusi Debut; Ighalo, Okereke, Zirkzee, Nmecha, Musiala Bench
Published: October 21, 2020
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round up of Nigeria-eligible players involved for their respective teams on matchday one of the UEFA Champions League. At Saint-Petersburg Stadium, Club Brugge registered a 2-1 win over Zenit thanks to Charles De Ketelaere's winning goal in injury time. Emmanuel Dennis was one of Club Brugge...
'I Know How Ruben Likes To Play' - Aina Delighted To Link Up With Former Chelsea Teammate
Published: October 21, 2020
Torino-owned fullback Ola Aina is delighted to link up with his former Chelsea teammate Ruben Loftus-Cheek at Craven Cottage. The Nigeria international has known the England midfielder most of his life as they both rose through the ranks at Chelsea and were key members of the Blues side that won the UEFA Youth Leagu...