Chelsea Legend John Terry Lifts The Lid On The Nigerian Player He Hated Playing Against
Published: January 30, 2019
John Terry has admitted that he hated playing against Tammy Abraham during his time at Chelsea, as the Nigeria-eligible striker was always passionate and eager to score goals. The former Chelsea captain is now an assistant coach at Aston Villa and has suggested that Abraham is excellent behind closed doors just as h...
Galatasaray Linked Striker Onuachu On Target In Friendly Against FC Astana
Published: January 30, 2019
Paul Onuachu kept up an impressive record of scoring this season after finding the net for FC Midtjylland as they registered a 4-2 win over FC Astana in a friendly on Wednesday. The lanky forward is one of the Nigerian strikers linked with a transfer to Galatasaray before the close of the transfer window, the others...
Super Eagles Star Chinedu Obasi Explains Why He Returned To AIK Again
Published: January 30, 2019
Nigeria international Chinedu Obasi has explained why he penned a deal with Swedish Allsvenskan side AIK for the third time in his career. The 32-year-old striker was on the books of IF Elfsborg for four months in 2018 after an uneventful spell at Bolton Wanderers. ''Yes, of course it was. But when AIK came ......
Official : AZ Alkmaar Loan Out Ex-Dream Team Invitee To FC Twente
Published: January 30, 2019
Through a statement on their official website, Dutch Eerste side FC Twente have confirmed the loan signing of former Nigeria U23 invitee Fred Friday from AZ. Both clubs have reached an agreement that will keep the striker at Twente until the end of the 2018-19 campaign. ''I am happy to be here. I know the club an...
Right Of First Refusal : Charleroi Insist AC Milan Have Not Made A Club-Record 15M Euros Bid For Osimhen
Published: January 30, 2019
With a day left before the close of the January transfer window, Belgian First Division A club Sporting Charleroi have played down speculation linking Victor Osimhen with a switch to Italian giants AC Milan. Milan are in the market for a striker after they were priced out of moves for Gerard Deulofeu and Yannick Car...
Emery's Go-To Player Off The Bench: Arsenal Label Iwobi As Game-Changer After Starring Vs Cardiff
Published: January 30, 2019
Alex Iwobi has been hailed by Arsenal's website for his stirring display in the wake of their 2-1 victory against Cardiff City yesterday.Manager Unai Emery started the 22-year-old amongst the substitutes for the eight time from his 21 league appearances and the Gunners were rewarded with his display when he was brought...
Photo Confirmation : Kuwaiti Premier League Club Al-Nasr SC Sign Super Eagles Striker
Published: January 30, 2019
Allnigeriasoccer.com has been informed that Nigeria international Tunde Adeniji has put an end to speculation about his future by signing a contract with Kuwaiti Premier League club Al-Nasr SC. The 23-year-old center forward has joined Al-Nasr on a free transfer and inked a 17-month deal that will keep him at the cl...
Official : Ex-Liverpool Defender To Cost N18.3B If Release Clause Is Activated
Published: January 30, 2019
Both Championship club Reading and Sporting Clube de Portugal have confirmed that Nigeria-eligible defender Tiago Ilori has completed a move to the Portuguese Primeira Liga outfit. The transfer fee paid has not been disclosed but the former Portugal U23 star has put pen to paper on a contract that is valid until Jun...
Kelechi Says He Wants To Develop Self Ahead Of Making Money
Published: January 30, 2019
Former Plateau United utility player Kelechi John has said his immediate priority is to develop into a better footballer and not what he can make out of the game at the moment in terms of money. Kelechi who spoke to allnigeriasoccer.com from his base in Portugal said he is tired of everyone asking him when he is goi...
What Does The Future Hold For Alex Iwobi?
Published: January 30, 2019
Alex Iwobi has enjoyed some renaissance under Unai Emery this season.From shuttling around the first team, the Nigerian has built a magnificent shelter at the Emirates.Even Aaron Ramsey and Mesut Ozil are mere tenants. Still, there rumours of discontent.No Arsenal player has benefited from Arsene Wenger's departure and...
EPL Wrap: Iwobi Lively; Balogun & Billing Fail Fitness Test; Lookman Benched; Saka Not In 18
Published: January 29, 2019
A round-up of Nigerian players that were in action for their respective clubs in the English Premier League on Tuesday, January 29th.Nigerian players with dual nationalities and have played competitively for the senior national teams of other countries have been omitted.So we start off at the Emirates Stadium where Ars...
Done Deal : Norwich City Sign Young Central Defender With Nigerian Roots
Published: January 29, 2019
Norwich City on Tuesday evening completed the signing of teenage sensation with Nigerian blood Akin Famewo from League One leaders Luton Town on an 18-month deal, with the option of a further year.Central defender Famewo, 20, has made 12 league appearances for Grimsby on loan this season, before a switch back to Kenilw...
Ahmed Musa's Deceased Mother To Be Buried In Edo State
Published: January 29, 2019
The mother to Super Eagles assistant captain Ahmed Musa, Mrs Sarah Musa who died after a brief illness in an Abuja hospital last week is expected to be buried in Edo State.A source close to the footballer told allnigeriasoccer.com in Jos, Plateau State, earlier today.Mrs Sarah Musa who was a citizen of Edo was a pillar...
Official : Queens Park Rangers Announce Nigerian Striker Has Signed Two Deals In One Day
Published: January 29, 2019
Through a statement on their official website, EFL Championship side Queens Park Rangers have informed that Nigerian center forward Odysseus Alfa has penned a loan deal with Spanish Segunda División B CD Atletico Baleares. Additionally, the 1999-born player penned a new one-year deal with the London club before hea...
LMC Frees Ayodeji From The Captivity Of Sunshine Stars, Declared Free Agent
Published: January 29, 2019
Akinroyeje Olumide Ayodeji has been cleared by the League Management Company to join any football club of his choice after a confirmation that his contract with Sunshine Stars has expired. This follows his earlier written request made to the LMC seeking to establish that his contract with the Akure-based outfit has ...