Zambia Break Camp Thursday, Spartak Moscow Striker Cleared To Face Nigeria
Published: September 26, 2017
In-form Spartak Moscow striker Fashion Sakala is set to return to the Zambia squad for their World Cup qualifier against Nigeria next weekend in Uyo.There had been fears that the former Zanaco man was ineligible to face the Super Eagles on October 7 after he was dismissed against Algeria on match day three, 56 minutes ...
Victor Moses In Line To Face Spanish Opponents For First Time In His Career
Published: September 26, 2017
Victor Moses is in line to make his first Champions League appearance of the season for Premier League champions Chelsea when they trade tackles with Atletico Madrid at Wanda Metropolitano, Madrid on Wednesday night.The Nigeria international has not featured for The Blues in this competition since December 5, 2012 when...
Nigeria Legend Okocha : I Am Jealous Of Neymar, Other PSG Players
Published: September 26, 2017
Former Super Eagles captain Austin Okocha has admitted that he is jealous of the current players at French moneybags Paris Saint-Germain F.C, including Brazil superstar Neymar.The flamboyant attacking midfielder broke the transfer record for an African player when he joined PSG in 1998 from Fenerbahçe, with the Ligue ...
(Photo Confirmation) Exclusive: Cremonese On Brink Of Deal For The New Jay Jay Okocha
Published: September 26, 2017
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Italian Serie B club Cremonese are close to wrapping up a deal for former Golden Eaglets trainee Ejike Chigozie.The negotiations for the Sam Vic Football Academy product is at an advanced stage, with the attacking midfielder expected to append his signature to a four-year contract ...
Bobby Adekanye Shines But Liverpool Lose To Spartak Moscow In UYL
Published: September 26, 2017
Ibadan-born Netherlands youth-teamer Bobby Adekanye made his second appearance for Liverpool as they lost 2-1 to Spartak Moscow on match day two in the UEFA Youth League on Tuesday afternoon.The winger made his debut in the competition in the opening round of matches against Sevilla, and was on the Futbol'noe pole 4 Sp...
Chuba Akpom : World-Class Alexis Sanchez Says He Believes In Me
Published: September 26, 2017
Super Eagles hopeful Chuba Akpom has revealed that Chile star Alexis Sanchez has been offering him advice and helping him to become a better player.The Hale End Academy product has praised Sanchez, whom he regards as one of the best players in the world.''I’m always taking to Alexis, he’s like a mentor to me,'' Akp...
Eyoma Emulates Chelsea Duo Moses & Ugbo, Named In England U17 World Cup Roster
Published: September 26, 2017
Timothy Eyoma is set to become the fourth player of Nigerian descent to feature for England at the Fifa U17 World Cup, with manager Steve Cooper including the Tottenham Hotspur starlet in a 21-player roster for the tournament in India.Barring injury, Eyoma is set to add to his international caps at this level when the ...
21 Bullets Partake In Zambia First Workout, Foreign Pros Join Up On Sunday
Published: September 26, 2017
The Zambian national team have started their preparations for the crucial World Cup qualifier against Nigeria at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium next weekend.The Copper Bullets manager Wedson Nyirenda ran the rule over 21 players in the team's first workout held at Nkoloma Stadium on Monday afternoon, with Zesco...
Key Defender Misses Training Ahead Of CSKA Vs Manchester United Clash
Published: September 26, 2017
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that key CSKA Moscow defender Mario Fernandes will undergo a late fitness test ahead of the Russian team's Champions League clash with Manchester United at VEB Arena, Moscow on Wednesday night.The Brazilian-born wing-back was stretchered off the pitch during the first half of the Moscow...
Moses, Iwobi, Musa, Akpeyi, Mikel, 18 Others Named To Nigeria Roster For WCQ
Published: September 26, 2017
The Nigeria Football Federation have officially announced the 23 players summoned for next Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Zambia in Uyo.As exclusively reported by allnigeriasoccer.com on Monday, Chippa United goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has returned to the roster after recovering from an injury but former Golden E...
Everton 4 Arsenal 2 PL2 : 16-Year-Old Balogun Debuts, Eyoma Bags Assist
Published: September 26, 2017
Promising Nigerian striker Folarin Balogun made his maiden appearance for Arsenal U23s in their 4-2 loss to Everton in the sixth round of matches in Premier League 2 on Monday night.But the highly-rated 16-year-old wasn't the only Nigerian youngster involved at  Haig Avenue (Southport, Merseyside), with Tolaji Bola, J...
Former Flying Eagles Captain On Target Against Barcelona B In La Liga 2
Published: September 25, 2017
Former Flying Eagles captain Ramon Azeez opened his goalscoring account for his new employer CD Lugo as they beat Barcelona B 2-1 in a La Liga 2 clash staged at Mini Estadi on Monday night.With almost the last action of the first half, the central midfielder equalized for the visitors when his header beat goalkeeper Jo...
Iwobi, Akpom Not In 18 As Arsenal Win Eighth Straight Home Game
Published: September 25, 2017
Arsenal are within touching distance of the top four teams in the Premier League following their 2-0 win over West Brom at the Emirates Stadium in the final game of match day six in the English top-flight.Nigeria international Alex Iwobi was presumably rested for Thursday's Europa League fixture against BATE and didn't...
Akpom Reveals Arsenal Players Are Happy Over Sanchez's Failed Move To Man City
Published: September 25, 2017
Chuba Akpom has opened up on Alexis Sanchez's failed move to Manchester City on transfer deadline day this summer, stating that the players and fans are delighted that the Chile international is still a Gunner.Sanchez's proposed switch to the Citizens fell through because Arsenal were unable to sign a replacement at sh...
Super Eagles Receive Commendation From LMC Despite Loss To Ghana
Published: September 25, 2017
Players and officials of the Super Eagles squad to the just ended West African Football Union (WAFU) tournament in Ghana has received commendation from the League Management Company (LMC) which urged them to build on the lessons learnt from the sub-continental championship for the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHA...