Teenage Winger Saka Shows Promise As Arsenal Lose To Barcelona In First Ever Friendly
Published: August 04, 2019
Arsenal lost 2-1 to Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy match on Sunday evening at the Camp Nou. It was a historic game as it was the first ever friendly between the two teams, having previously faced each other on nine occasions in the Champions League. With the scoreboard reading 1-1, Saka hopped off the bench a...
Kano-Born Austria U18 Striker Adamu Scores Brace For FC Liefering
Published: August 04, 2019
FC Liefering's Austria U18 international Chukwubuike Adamu is among the leading scorers in the Austrian 2. Liga courtesy of his brace in the 4-4 draw against Austria Klagenfurt at Karawankenblick Stadion on Sunday evening. Born in Kano, Nigeria, Adamu has had a fine start to the 2019-2020 campaign, netting in the op...
Oberndorf Tournament : Tottenham's Etete Scores Against Liverpool
Published: August 04, 2019
Tottenham Hotspur's Nigerian striker Kion Etete was on target against Liverpool in the semifinal of the Oberndorf tournament on Sunday. Elijah Dixon-Bonner gave the Reds the lead and Etete restored parity for the North London club in the second half. The summer arrival from Notts County helped Spurs U19s progress...
Trabzonspor Marquee Signing Mikel Chooses Same Shirt Number He Wore At Chelsea
Published: August 04, 2019
Trabzonspor new signing John Obi Mikel has chosen to wear the same shirt number he used during his time at Chelsea. The former Nigeria captain will be wearing the number 12 on the back of his jersey should he make his competitive debut against Sparta Prague in the Europa League qualifying round on Thursday. Mikel...
Why Nigerian Midfielder Dubbed The New Aaron Ramsey Missed Arsenal's Trip To Barcelona
Published: August 04, 2019
Promising Nigerian midfielder James Olayinka has not been selected by manager Unai Emery for Arsenal's showcase friendly against Barcelona this evening. Twenty one players, including Bukayo Saka have landed in Barcelona for the Joan Gamper trophy clash at the Nou Camp. Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that one o...
Ejike Scores On Heerenveen Debut; Flying Eagles Invitee Akujobi Shines On Pro Debut
Published: August 04, 2019
Nigeria duo of Chidera Ejike and Hamdi Akujobi caught the eye Sunday afternoon on their debuts for Dutch Eredevisie side Heerenveen at the Stadion Erve Asito in Almelo against home side Heracles as their new employers romped to a 4-0 win.The victory thus ensured that Heerenveen assume leadership of the league so far in...
Arsenal Academy Product Amaechi In Line To Make Professional Debut For Hamburg
Published: August 04, 2019
Arsenal Academy product Xavier Amaechi is in line to make his professional debut for Hamburg when they tackle Nürnberg in the second round of matches in the 2. Bundesliga on Monday evening. The highly-rated winger has been included in the provisional 20-man squad list announced by manager Dieter Hecking this mornin...
Three Reasons Why Mikel Should Rescind His Decision To Quit The Super Eagles
Published: August 04, 2019
As the AFCON has ended, many soccer fans have had their time to enjoy the beautiful game from the African continent.This is notably for Nigerians that are passionate about football as their darling team the Super Eagles participated.However, the AFCON has seen the exit of one of Nigeria’s legendary players John Obi M...
Hot Prospect Saka In Arsenal Squad For Showcase Friendly Against Barcelona
Published: August 04, 2019
Nigerian winger Bukayo Saka has traveled with the Arsenal first teamers to Spain for a showcase friendly against European giants Barcelona on Sunday evening, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Saka was spotted inside the plane heading to Barcelona this morning and is in contention to feature against the Spanish champion...
Onyekuru In Conflict With Everton Over Proposed Move To Monaco As Eagles Star Makes Final Decision
Published: August 04, 2019
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Henry Onyekuru is in conflict with Everton over his proposed move to French Ligue 1 club Monaco. While the Toffees and the Principality outfit have reached a club-to-club agreement for the transfer of the Nigeria international, he has decided to continue his career at Galatasaar...
Bristol City Join Everton, Burnley In Race For Chelsea Defender
Published: August 04, 2019
Bristol City are the latest club being linked with a summer move for Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori. Bristol Post says Bristol City are in the market for a central defender following the sale of Adam Webster to Brighton & Hove and Tomori is among the players being considered. It would be difficult for the Robin...
Shrewsbury Town In Advanced Talks To Sign Fulham's Nigerian Young Star
Published: August 04, 2019
Nigerian midfielder Tayo Edun might end his association with Fulham before the close of the summer transfer window, according to reports. Football Insider says Edun is in advanced talks with Shrewsbury Town over a permanent move to the Football League One club. The 21-year-old is attracting interest from other F...
Obi Mikel's First Words After Contract Signing Ceremony At Trabzonspor
Published: August 03, 2019
Chelsea hero John Obi Mikel was unveiled as a player of Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor on Saturday, August 3. A contract-signing ceremony attended by President of Trabzonspor, Ahmet Agaoglu was held at Mehmet Ali Yılmaz Facilities Football Coordination Center. The former Super Eagles captain has penned a two...
Chelsea Number 9 Abraham On Target In 2-2 Draw Against Borussia Monchengladbach
Published: August 03, 2019
Tammy Abraham was on target for the second time in pre-season as Chelsea and Borussia Monchengladbach played out a 2-2 draw in a friendly on Saturday evening. If the starting line-up is anything to go by, manager Frank Lampard has strongly hinted that Abraham is set for a first-team role in the new season as the du...
EFL : Salford City's Dieseruvwe Makes History; QPR's Eze, Rotherham's Ladapo, Wycombe's Onyedinma, Lincoln City's Akinde On Target
Published: August 03, 2019
A round-up of Nigerian players that were on target for their respective clubs on the opening day of the Football League season on Saturday, August 3. Nigerian players with dual nationalities and have played competitively for the senior national teams of other countries have been omitted. At the bet365 Stadium, Qu...