Avoiding Relegation Is Obinna Ajoku's Main Goal
Published: September 05, 2013
Little known Nigerian attacker Obinna Ajoku believes his goals will assist Thailand Premier League team Pattaya United avoid relegation. Pattaya United, with 19 points from 25 matches, are 16th on the 18 - team table. Only a paltry 3 points separate them from 17th on the log Chiangrai United.'' It is unfortunate when I...
Official : AC Omonia Announce Acquisition Of Ganiu Ogungbe
Published: September 05, 2013
Before the close of the summer transfer market, Cypriot Premier League club AC Omonia announced the signing of former Nigeria Under 20 international Ganiu Ogungbe from Kwara United.The duration and financial terms of the contract have not been disclosed by the 20 - time champions of Cyprus.In his first words after the ...
Dele Adeleye Is Part Of Anzhi's Europa League Squad
Published: September 04, 2013
Nigeria international Dele Adeleye is one of the 23 players selected by Anzhi Makhachkala manager, Gadzhi Gadzhiyev for the group stage of the Europa League.Last month, Adeleye signed a multi - year contract with the Republic of Dagestan based team.The 24 - year - old center back who has yet to debut for Anzhi in the R...
Official: Conor Okus, Stephen Ikumelo Sign For Waltham Forest
Published: September 04, 2013
Isthmian League First Division North team Waltham Forest have completed the signing of two Anglo - Nigerian players.Midfielder Conor Okus and Stephen Kayode Ikumelo penned contracts with the North East London club. The length of contract and financial terms were not disclosed by the official website.Conor Okus previous...
Eagles Ready Whether It Rains Or Shines
Published: September 04, 2013
The Super Eagles trained under rainfall on Wednesday at the UJ Esuene Stadium in Calabar,with Sports Commissioner Patrick Ugbe monitoring proceedings. Coach Stephen Keshi said during training that whether it rains or shines the team was ready for the battle against Malawi, declaring the focus is not only to win against...
Stephen Keshi Faces Positive Selection Dilemma
Published: September 04, 2013
Ahead of the Super Eagles eagerly anticipated clash against Malawi in Calabar, Lille goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama says he is not competing with Chigozie Agbim and Austin Ejide for a starting shirt.The last time Nigeria was involved in an international game - which was against South Africa in Durban last month - Vincent E...
John Obi Mikel Named In Chelsea's Champions League Roster
Published: September 04, 2013
Chelsea have named their squad for the group stage of the 2013 - 2014 UEFA Champions League.Manager Jose Mourinho included Nigeria international John Obi Mikel in the list which has been submitted to Europe's governing body UEFA.Other midfielders that made the roster include Ramires, Frank Lampard, Kevin De Bruyne, Mar...
Femi Ajilore To Train With FC Midtjylland
Published: September 04, 2013
FC Midtjylland's previous player Femi Ajilore has since 2008 - except for a return to Brøndby - had been with Dutch Groningen.Femi's contract expired in the summer and the club refused to renew it because of his huge wages of between 500- 600,000 euros per season.Bold.dk referencing aoh.dk says the 28 - year - o...
Victor Moses : Coming to Liverpool Is Another Step For Me
Published: September 04, 2013
22 - year - old Nigeria international Victor Moses has commented on his transfer to Liverpool, where he will play on loan for the remainder of the season."As a young footballer coming up, I just want to play games. Not playing can really damage your career."Liverpool is a massive club and I just want to enjoy my footba...
Sergio Uyi Testing With Slavia Prague
Published: September 04, 2013
Italian - Nigerian central defender Sergio Uyi is currently undergoing trials with Czech Republic powerhouse SK Slavia Prague , the official website of the Gambrinus liga side has reported.With only 2 wins in the their first 7 league matches, SK Slavia Prague are in the market for a defensive reinforcement.20 - year - ...
Augustine Eguavoen In Contact With Premier League Clubs
Published: September 04, 2013
Former National Team coach Augustine Eguavoen, who now oversees Nigerian National Football League outfit COD United, claims he has received some offers from some topflight teams that he is mulling over.Eguavoen guided The White Lions to a 3 - 1 victory over Remo Stars last weekend to narrowly escape relegation from Nig...
Official : Kilmarnock Release Papa Idris
Published: September 03, 2013
Kilmarnock and Nigeria international defender Papa Idris have both mutually agreed to terminate the contract binding them, the Scottish Premier League club announced on Tuesday. Papa Idris, who joined Killie on a three - year contract from domestic outfit Kano Pillars just before the close of the March registration dea...
Benjamin Onwuachi Happy With Debut
Published: September 03, 2013
Benjamin Onwuachi has expressed delight after assisting Iraklis defeat Yannitsa in his unofficial debut for the Greek second - tier club last weekend.The Nigerian striker has failed to make an appearance in the championship as he was lacking match fitness after a visa hitch prevented him from joining the team's trainin...
FC Midtjylland In Contact With Femi Ajilore
Published: September 03, 2013
Nigeria international Femi Ajilore has been searching for a team since his expired contract was not renewed by Groningen this summer.Despite the close of the transfer market, the 28 - year - old central midfielder can still sign for any club as he was a free agent as at September 2.Danish media is suggesting that there...
Official : Karabukspor Seal Loan Move For Joseph Akpala
Published: September 03, 2013
Joseph Akpala has temporarily ended his Werder Bremen nightmare as he has joined Turkish Super League side Karabükspor on a season - long loan deal, writes ntvspor.net. Note that the transfer window in Turkey remains open despite it being shut on Monday in several parts of Europe.The 27 - year - old attacker passe...