'There's a little line you can't cross' – Ex-Chelsea youth coach calls out Ola Aina for off-pitch antics
Published: November 15, 2024
Former Chelsea youth coach Jody Morris has urged Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest full-back Ola Aina to exercise caution in his post-match celebrations, following an exuberant display after Forest's commanding 3-0 victory over West Ham at the City Ground on Saturday, November 2.The Nigerian international capped the v...
James Olayinka: Arsenal academy graduate makes move to Waterford
Published: November 15, 2024
With a statement on their official website, League of Ireland Premier Division club Waterford F.C. have announced the signing of Arsenal academy graduate James Olayinka.Olayinka has finally found a new employer following his release by Cheltenham Town at the end of the 2023-2024 season.The 24-year-old was on the books ...
Besiktas join Everton in race for Super Eagles star with 50 career goals for club and country
Published: November 15, 2024
Süper Lig side Beşiktaş have been credited with an interest in Super Eagles dazzling winger Samuel Chukwueze ahead of the January transfer window.Chukwueze has notched fifty career goals for club and country since turning professional, comprising 37 for Villarreal's first team, four each for Villarreal's B team and ...
'A really versatile player' - Fulham boss reveals the position where Iwobi feels he can perform better
Published: November 15, 2024
Alex Iwobi has earned high acclaim from Fulham boss Marco Silva, for his adaptability and technical prowess. The 28-year-old's impressive displays for Fulham have caught the attention of fans and pundits alike, with his ability to excel in various midfield roles being a standout feature.Iwobi's style of play is charac...
Has Osimhen's Career Been Revived in Turkey?
Published: November 15, 2024
25-year-old Nigerian international football star Victor Osimhen joined Turkish Süper Lig side Galatasaray on September 4, 2024, after leaving Italian Serie A side Napoli. He is regarded by many as one of the best strikers in the world, and since joining his new club on loan, he has scored 4 goals in five games. Let's...
Matter of stats BEN v NGA: Lookman top dribbler, Osimhen top shooter, Ndidi top tackler, Bassey touches
Published: November 15, 2024
Nigeria secured their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as winners of Group D of qualifying following a 1-1 draw with neighbors Republic of Benin at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny on Thursday night.Benin took the lead in the 16th minute when Mohamed Tijani scored with a header from a corner kick delivered by Junio...
'Even Nigeria didn't win there' - Benin coach Rohr surprised by Libya's victory in Rwanda
Published: November 15, 2024
Benin head coach Gernot Rohr has expressed his satisfaction with his side's 1-1 draw with the Super Eagles in the matchday five fixture of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, played at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny on Thursday night.However, the German football tactician was surprised by Libya's victory against...
'Chelsea is my team' - Super Eagles goalkeeper reveals his dream Premier League club
Published: November 15, 2024
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has publicly expressed his admiration for Chelsea, naming the London-based club as his dream destination in the English Premier League.Maduka Okoye was one of three goalkeepers selected by interim Super Eagles manager Austin Eguavoen for Nigeria's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifie...
'This man is too dangerous not to score' - Okoye lauds Super Eagles saviour against Cheetahs, Osimhen
Published: November 15, 2024
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has highlighted Victor Osimhen's standout qualities as a goalscorer, noting that it is almost impossible to stop the Galatasaray striker from getting on the scoresheet.The reigning African Footballer of the Year prevented the Super Eagles from suffering another embarrassing loss to Benin...
'A team that is respected' - Eguavoen defends Super Eagles after underwhelming display against Benin
Published: November 15, 2024
Austin Eguavoen, the interim head coach of the Super Eagles, has responded to concerns about the team's underwhelming performance against Benin on Thursday night.The Super Eagles clinched their spot in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco, despite the shaky performance in the 1-1 draw against Benin ...
2025 Afcon qualifier: Three hits and three flops from Super Eagles 1-1 draw against Cheetahs
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Benin on Thursday night, booking their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as group winners. While some players shone, others struggled to make an impact. Here's a breakdown of three hits and three flops from the encounter.HitsWilfred NdidiThe Leicester City...
Super Eagles player ratings: Nwabali error, Ndidi gritty, Simon super-sub again, Osimhen saves the day
Published: November 14, 2024
The Super Eagles played our a 1-1 draw with Benin on matchday five of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiersAllnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule over the Super Eagles players in action during the fixture at Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan.The startersGoalkeeperStanley Nwabali: He made a huge error for Benin's ...
2025 Afconq: Five observations from Super Eagles' 1-1 draw against Benin's Cheetahs
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria advanced to the final of the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco after securing a 1-1 draw against Benin on Thursday night.Benin took the lead in the sixteenth minute when Mohammed Tijani capitalized on a cross from Junior Olaitan, breaking free within the box to head the ball into the net.While Nigeria spent most...
Benin 1 Nigeria 1: 'Air Osimhen' to the rescue, saves Super Eagles from embarrassing loss to Cheetahs
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles confirmed their place at next year's Africa Cup of Nations as winners of Group D of the qualifiers after a 1-1 draw against Benin's Cheetahs, courtesy of Victor Osimhen's late second half goal.The Super Eagles began the game with a really positive start after a beautiful bit of olay between Lookm...
2025 Afconq Cheetahs v Super Eagles: Five winning tactics Eguavoen cannot ignore
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles are on the cusp of securing their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but a tricky encounter against Benin's Cheetahs stands in their way. With only one point required to confirm their qualification, Austin Eguavoen's men must avoid defeat at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny to ensure thei...