EPL Wrap : Iwobi Loses With Everton; Balogun Benched; Solanke Subbed In; Success, Dele-Bashiru Not In 18
Published: October 26, 2019
A round-up of Nigerian players that were in action for their respective clubs in the English Premier League on Saturday, October 26. Nigerian players with dual nationalities and have played competitively for the senior national teams of other countries have been omitted.Everton were beaten 3-2 at the American Express ...
On The March For Sixth U-17 Crown: How Golden Eaglets Have Fared At Previous World Cups
Published: October 26, 2019
Nigeria's Golden Eaglets will on Saturday 9pm Nigerian time begin their campaign at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup with a match against Hungary.Izuchukwu Okosi recalls the past editions of the cadet tournament and how the Nigerian boys performed.1985 (China)The Golden Eaglets won the inaugural edition of the tournament i...
Chelsea Loanee Ugbo Reacts After Scoring In Roda Victory
Published: October 26, 2019
Nigerian-eligible striker, Ike Ugbo has reacted following his scintillating showing in Roda JK's 4-2 win over NAC Breda in their Eerste Divisie clash on Friday evening.The youngster who is currently on loan at the Dutch club from Stamford Bridge opened the scoring at the Parkstad Limburg Stadium after ten minutes befor...
Nigerian Striker Scores First Goal In 20 Months As Leicester City Thrash Southampton U23s
Published: October 26, 2019
Nigerian striker Josh Eppiah registered his name on the scoresheet as Leicester City thrashed Southampton 3-0 in a Premier League 2 clash at Holmes Park on Friday evening. Eppiah has returned from a long-term back injury that saw him miss the whole of the 2018-2019 season and yesterday's game against the Saints was ...
Nigeria U17 Star Reveals Hungary's Best Player Ahead Of World Cup Opener
Published: October 26, 2019
Golden Eaglets striker Divine Nwachukwu has warned his teammates that Racing Genk striker András Németh is the best player in the Hungarian team ahead of both countries World Cup opener at the Estádio Olímpico, Goiânia on Saturday evening. The South African-born Nemeth is capable of playing several offensive p...
Nigeria U17 Coach Pre-Hungary : Every Word On Style Of Play, Emulating 2015 Team, Pressure To Win
Published: October 26, 2019
Nigeria U17 coach Manu Garba and Riverline FC striker Divine Nwachukwu attended the mandatory pre-match press conference on Friday afternoon ahead of their World Cup opener against Hungary at the Estádio Olímpico, Goiânia.  Here's what Manu Garba told the media present : How the Golden Eaglets will play in Bra...
Ndidi Stars As Rampant Leicester Destroy Southampton To Create EPL History
Published: October 25, 2019
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi was in action for 90 minutes and was one of the best players on the night as Leicester City in devastating form thrashed 10 man Southampton 9-0 at the rainy St Mary's Stadium to create Premier League history for the biggest away win in the Premier League reports allnigeriasoccer.co...
Chelsea Boss Lampard Wants Tomori To Sign New Contract
Published: October 25, 2019
Chelsea coach Frank Lampard has revealed that he wants Fikayo Tomori to commit his future to the club. It has been widely reported that The Blues have started talks with the central defender to extend his contract until June 2024 and the London club are confident that they will reach an agreement with the player. ...
EPL : Top Three Players Of Nigerian Descent On The Cusp Of Their League Debuts
Published: October 25, 2019
English Premier League football returns this weekend, and football fans can't help but be excited. Breaking into a team's mainstream in the English football topflight is quite a tough ask for youngsters and while we prepare to witness another round of games in the division, let's briefly look at three who will be eage...
Ex-Chelsea Coach Mourinho Watches Super Eagles Star Shine Against Arsenal In Europa League
Published: October 25, 2019
Former Manchester United and Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho was spotted at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday night as Arsenal came from behind to earn a hard fought 3-2 win against Vitória de Guimaraes in the Europa League. According to several pictures circulating on social media, the Portuguese gaffer was at the Ars...
Official : West Ham Sign Nigeria-Eligible Striker Who Scored 35 Goals For Man Utd Youth Team Last Season
Published: October 25, 2019
Through a statement on their official website, Premier League club West Ham have announced the signing of Nigerian striker Mipo Odubeko. The 17-year-old is joining the Hammers as a free agent after opting not to sign a scholarship with Manchester United at the end of last season and had been linked with a plethora ...
'He Reminds Me Of Sunday Oliseh' - Some Fans Hail Mikel After Starring Against Arsenal
Published: October 25, 2019
Vitória de Guimaraes made life difficult for Arsenal in their Europa League clash on Thursday night but the Premier League side managed to beat the Portuguese club 3-2.The visitors were 2-1 up at the break with Marcus Edwards and Bruno Duarte scoring in the 9th and 27th minute respectively while exciting Brazilian Gab...
Fenerbahce Coach Mulls Over Starting Role For Chelsea Loanee Moses
Published: October 25, 2019
According to reports in Turkey, Fenerbahce coach Ersun Yanal is preparing to include Victor Moses in the starting line-up in upcoming matches in the Super Lig. Yanal, who is an apostle of wing play, has not been able to count on the services of the former Nigeria international since the opening day of the season when...
'Iwobi Is Gone' - Martin Keown Admits Arsenal Still Have Issues Despite Summer Clear-out
Published: October 25, 2019
Legendary Arsenal defender Martin Keown has admitted that the Gunners still have issues under manager Unai Emery despite the departure of players in the summer transfer window. Nigeria international Alex Iwobi, Spaniard Nacho Monreal, Armenian midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan, goalkeeper David Ospina, ex-captain Laure...
Tomori Likened To William Gallas By Chelsea Legend Joe Cole
Published: October 25, 2019
Former Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole has likened Fikayo Tomori to retired France international William Gallas. Tomori has become one of the important players in Frank Lampard's side, going the distance in their last six matches in the Premier League and has played every minute in the Champions League. ''He reminds ...