Uche sends message to Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle with goal for Getafe in win against Girona
Published: February 14, 2025
Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche made a strong case for a Super Eagles call-up after scoring in his side's 2-1 victory over Girona on Friday night at Estadi Municipal de Montilivi (Girona).The 21-year-old Nigerian opened the scoring for the Madrid-based club in the third minute, capitalizing on a defensive error to f...
'No Osimhen' - Turkish coach explains why Galatasaray were soundly beaten by AZ Alkmaar in UEL
Published: February 14, 2025
Former Turkish manager Önder Özen has pointed to the absence of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and two other influential players as a key factor in Galatasaray’s disappointing 4-1 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday night.  The Turkish giants struggled to pose a significant attacking threat...
Lookman misses out as Atalanta name squad to face Cagliari, 31 days before international break
Published: February 14, 2025
Ademola Lookman will not make his comeback from injury on Saturday, February 15 when Atalanta tackle Cagliari in the Italian Serie A.Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has named a 23-man squad for the upcoming fixture at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, excluding the Nigeria international from the list due to fitness ...
Five reasons Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle should convince Chelsea CB Tosin to play for Nigeria
Published: February 14, 2025
As Nigeria's Super Eagles prepare for their crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe in March, newly appointed head coach Éric Chelle has a major opportunity to strengthen his squad. One of his top priorities should be convincing Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo to commit his international ...
Man Utd coach promotes 17yo Nigerian goal machine to first team training pre-Tottenham
Published: February 14, 2025
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has revealed that Danish-born Nigerian wonderkid Chido Obi-Martin is training with the first team ahead of Sunday's Premier League meeting with Tottenham Hotspur.Obi-Martin, the all-time highest goalscorer in U18 Premier League history, has been in sensational form since his move ...
Omotara Junaid: Arsenal's Super Falcons-eligible midfielder promoted to England U19s squad
Published: February 14, 2025
Arsenal U21 captain Omotara Junaid has been promoted to England Women's U19s squad for the 2024-2025 season, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. The box-to-box midfielder has received her first call-up to the England U19 team ahead of friendly matches against Spain, the United States and the Netherlands.Born to an English m...
Peseiro's agent confirms ex-Super Eagles coach has agreed one-and-a-half year deal to coach Zamalek
Published: February 14, 2025
Marwan El-Sherbini, the agent of former Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro, has confirmed that the Portuguese football tactician is on the brink of being announced as the new coach of Egyptian powerhouse Zamalek. Following the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where he led the Super Eagles to second place, Jose Peseiro decided...
Arsenal coach Arteta open to deploying Nwaneri upfront amid Havertz and Jesus injuries
Published: February 14, 2025
Arsenal maanger Mikel Arteta has hinted that he may deploy teenager Ethan Nwaneri in a central striking role, following injuries to both Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus. The Gunners’ injury crisis in the attacking department has raised questions about Arteta's plans moving forward, but the manager’s trust in young p...
'I was afraid' - Mourinho reveals why Osayi-Samuel was replaced at half-time in Fenerbahce's UEL win
Published: February 14, 2025
Fenerbahce manager José Mourinho has revealed why he substituted Bright Osayi-Samuel at half-time during their 3-0 UEFA Europa League victory over Anderlecht on Thursday night.  The Nigerian international, making his first start in six games, was booked in the 29th minute following a challenge on Anderlecht forward.C...
2025 Afcon draw fallout: Egypt FA pulls plug on proposed friendlies against Flying Eagles
Published: February 14, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com has been told that the Egypt Football Association has cancelled the proposed friendly matches between their U20 team and the Flying Eagles following the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations draw, which placed both countries in the same group. The Flying Eagles were due to face Egypt in a two-legged clas...
'An outstanding talent' - Pundit urges clubs to seriously look at Barnsley midfielder Nwakali
Published: February 14, 2025
Barnsley pundit Andy Symcox has called on clubs to monitor the progress of Nigerian midfielder Kelechi Nwakali ahead of the summer transfer window.  Nwakali has been enjoying a strong season with the League One club as they push for a playoff spot in their bid for promotion to the Championship.With 16 games remaining,...
Fenerbahce coach Mourinho names Osayi-Samuel in starting XI for the first time in six games
Published: February 13, 2025
Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho named Bright Osayi-Samuel in the starting lineup for the first time in six matches as the Yellow Canaries thrashed RSC Anderlecht 3-0 in a Europa League encounter at Ülker Stadyumu FB Şükrü Saraçoğlu Spor Kompleksi on Thursday evening.The Nigeria international featured as a substitu...
Cardiff City consider terminating the contract of Super Eagles defender before end of the season
Published: February 13, 2025
Cardiff City manager Omer Riza has shed light on the uncertain future of Nigerian international Jamilu Collins, who has been deemed surplus to requirements at the club.  Collins, who has struggled for form this season, was keen on securing a transfer during the January window to revive his career.However, no club made...
'There will be good news' – Nuno Espírito Santo expects Ola Aina to sign new Nottingham Forest deal
Published: February 13, 2025
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has expressed optimism over Ola Aina’s contract situation, indicating that progress is being made toward an agreement.Aina, who joined Forest on a free transfer in 2023, has become an important figure in the squad, featuring regularly in their Premier League campaign. W...
'He's smiling but with pain' - Nottingham Forest boss provides update on injured striker Awoniyi
Published: February 13, 2025
Ahead of Nottingham Forest's Premier League showdown with Fulham, manager Nuno Espirito Santo held a press conference on Thursday, where he provided an update on Taiwo Awoniyi's injury.The Nigeria international suffered a broken nose and a concussion in the second half of Nottingham Forest's hard-fought win over Exeter...