Premier League Wrap: Iwobi Nets First Goal; Chelsea Loanee Moses Ineligible; Anya Notches Helper;Ighalo Plays Full Game
Published: March 19, 2016
Catch up on the performances of players of Nigerian players in the English Premier League on Saturday.In the early kickoff, Arsenal starlet Alex Iwobi netted his maiden goal in the top-flight in his first start as Arsenal beat homers Everton at  Goodison Park. He put Arsenal 2-0 up in the 42nd minute and was subst...
Watford Striker Odion Ighalo Passed Fit To Face Egypt
Published: March 19, 2016
The rumours surrounding the fitness of Watford striker Odion Ighalo ended once and for all after the Nigeria international made his team’s starting line-up for the Premier League tie against Stoke City at the Vic.For most part of this week, it had been suggested that he will not be in tip-top condition for the Af...
Team News : Inah To Earn United Debut Versus Shooting Stars
Published: March 19, 2016
Former Sharks FC defender, Ofem Inah will earn his first Rivers United appearance, barring any late developments, on Saturday against Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) on match day seven of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).3SC and United and go toe to toe in the first live offering of match day seven at t...
Alex Iwobi Joins The Big League With First Senior Goal For Arsenal
Published: March 19, 2016
Alex Iwobi registered his name on the score sheet on his full debut in the Premier League for Arsenal in their 2-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday afternoon.England international Danny Welbeck scored the opener in the seventh minute before Iwobi put the Gunners 2-0 up three minutes before half time.The Ni...
Dream Team Star Chizoba Amaefule : We Are Going To Brazil To Win
Published: March 19, 2016
Abia Warriors defender Chizoba Amaefule says the Nigeria U23s are targeting victory when they confront the Brazilian U23s squad in a high-profile international friendly on Thursday, March 24.And he has stated that the Olympic National Team will not be intimidated by the Seleção stars and their passionate ...
Arsenal Rising Star Alex Iwobi Handed First Premier League Start Against Everton
Published: March 19, 2016
Super Eagles rising star Alex Iwobi has been handed his first-ever start in the Premier League on the back of his impressive display against Barcelona at the Camp Nou on Wednesday night.The 19-year-old starts in attacking midfield along with Germany creator Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez against Everton at Goodison Park...
Shooting Stars Coach Highlights Qualities Of Wasiu Jimoh
Published: March 19, 2016
Assistant coach of 3SC, Friday Christopher has now dispelled notions that there is an over reliance on Jimoh for goals with the attacker having already notched up four strikes this season.“Wasiu Jimoh is a powerful striker who could go all the way to emerge as top scorer in the NPFL; at the end of the season but ...
Rivers United Manager Eyes First Road Win Of The Season
Published: March 19, 2016
The Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba is the action spot this afternoon when Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) take on Rivers United in this first live offering of match day seven of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).United come into the game on the back of three straight losses on the road following defea...
Emmanuel Sonupe Making Inroads At Tottenham Hotspur
Published: March 19, 2016
Emmanuel Sonupe helped Tottenham Hotspur thrash Leicester City 3-0 in the U21 Premier League Division 1 on Friday night at King Power Stadium.London-born Sonupe was impressive throughout the contest and was credited with a helper in the 14th minute when his shot took a deflection and Shayon Harrison stretched out a leg...
Strike Partners Ahmed Musa, Moses Simon Hit Super Eagles Camp On Monday Morning
Published: March 19, 2016
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that CSKA Moscow striker Ahmed Musa and Gent sensation Moses Simon have both given their word that they will beat the deadline set by coach Samson Siasia for the foreign-based professionals to arrive in camp.Musa and Simon, who might be handing starting shirts in the AFCON qualifier aga...
First-Come,First-Served! Seattle Sounders Defender Jnohope Will Not Reject Nigeria,USA Call-Ups
Published: March 19, 2016
Seattle Sounders youngster Tobi Jnohope has revealed that he will not reject a call-up to any of the Nigeria youth teams, though he is undecided where his international future lies at the moment.The teenager was born in Florida 18 years ago to a Caribbean father and a Nigerian mom, meaning he can represent the United S...
Revealed:Oboabona Not Injured And In Excellent Form; Served One-Match Ban Against Akhisar
Published: March 19, 2016
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Rizespor defender Godfrey Oboabona is as fit as a fiddle and in excellent form, contrary to speculations in some quarters that he is nursing an ailment and lacking form which made him miss his team’s league game on Friday night.For only the second time in the ongoing campaign...
Barcelona Defender Ekpolo Commits International Future To Nigeria;Named In Squad To Face Brazil
Published: March 19, 2016
Barcelona defender Godswill Ekpolo and Tottenham Hotspur striker Nathan Oduwa are set to commit their international future to Nigeria ahead of Spain and England respectively.The two promising players have been included in a 20-player roster for the international friendly between the Dream Team VI and the Seleç&a...
Nigerian Exports:Awoniyi,Egwuekwe Score Maiden Goals; Oboabona Missing; Aiyegbeni,Akpom Benched
Published: March 18, 2016
Catch up on the performances of players of Nigerian descent in the European Leagues on Friday.Definitely the biggest news is Dream Team VI star Taiwo Awoniyi opening his goalscoring account for FSV Frankfurt. The 18-year-old was on target in the 22nd minute in his team’s 2-2 draw with FC Heidenheim. He was on the...
FA Youth Cup Wrap: Adarabioyo Helps Man City Record Win; Tomori Scores Priceless Goal For Chelsea
Published: March 18, 2016
A couple of players with Nigerian heritage were in action on Friday night in the first leg of the FA Youth Cup semi-final. Find out how they fared.England youth-teamer Tosin Adarabioyo played the full game at the Academy Stadium as Manchester City worked hard to beat Arsenal 2-1.  Attacking midfielder Tom Dele-Bas...