2023 AFCON: Everything you need to know about the Super Eagles quarterfinal clash against Angola
Published: February 02, 2024
As the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 enters its crucial stages, the highly anticipated quarterfinal clash between Nigeria's Super Eagles and Angola beckons.   The encounter promises to be a spectacle filled with suspense, skill, and the unbridled passion that characterizes African football.   Th...
Nigeria v Angola: Match preview, what to expect, confirmed team news, key players, kickoff time and venue 
Published: February 02, 2024
The Super Eagles will continue their campaign at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a quarterfinal clash against Angola on Friday evening. Nigeria comfortably dispatched Cameroon in the round of 16 and will be seeking to reach the last four of the tournament for the first time since the  2019 edition. On th...
Butler-Oyedeji back at Arsenal; Oshoala departs Barca; loan deals for Mebude, Okereke, Olagunju, Seriki & more
Published: February 02, 2024
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round up of the confirmed transfers involving Nigeria-eligible players on Thursday, February 1.   Premier League club Arsenal have recalled winger Nathan Butler-Oyedeji from his loan spell at League One club Cheltenham Town, for whom he made fourteen appearances after joining them on...
'I think they will be ready for tomorrow' - Peseiro keeping fingers crossed on availability of Musa, Osayi-Samuel 
Published: February 01, 2024
Jose Peseiro has refused to rule out Ahmed Musa and Bright Osayi-Samuel from Friday's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal match between Nigeria and Angola.    Local media reports suggested that the right-back and winger have no chance of featuring against the Palancas Negras as they are both recovering...
Talented winger George double-nominated for Chelsea's Goal of the Month for January 
Published: February 01, 2024
Talented Nigeria-eligible winger Tyrique George is in the running for Chelsea's Goal of the Month award for January 2024.   This is the fourth consecutive month that the England youth international has been nominated for the monthly accolade as he was also shortlisted for the award in October, November and D...
Confirmed: Super Eagles-eligible midfielder ends 12-year association with Arsenal
Published: February 01, 2024
Through a statement on their official website, Arsenal have announced that Super Eagles-eligible midfielder Miguel Azeez has ended his 12-year association with the Premier League club.   English-born Azeez, who is also eligible for the Spanish national team through his mother, has joined Spanish Primera Federac...
'Nigeria must be careful' - Ex-Real Madrid midfielder warns Super Eagles to be wary of creative Angola side 
Published: February 01, 2024
Former Real Madrid midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has warned the Super Eagles players to be wary of Angola in Friday evening's quarterfinal showdown at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny in Abidjan.   Angola are one of the teams that have been playing to their full potential at the 2023 AFCON, fighting against th...
Angola coach vows to exploit Super Eagles weaknesses but admits Nigeria are favourites to win AFCON
Published: February 01, 2024
Nigeria could become the first team to qualify for the semifinals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations if they beat Angola in Friday evening's showdown at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny in Abidjan.   The Super Eagles are seeking revenge as the Palancas Negras stopped a Nigeria side parading the likes of ...
3 key passes in 4 games: Playmaker-turned-destroyer Iwobi explains why he's not creating chances at AFCON 
Published: February 01, 2024
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has explained the reason behind his struggles of not creating enough chances at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations amid widespread criticism.   The 27-year-old has been heavily criticized particularly on social media for his lack of creativity at AFCON with some questioning his rol...
Super Eagles confirmed team news: Peseiro reveals Nwabali will start against Angola but on one condition 
Published: February 01, 2024
Nigeria manager Jose Peseiro was on media duties on Thursday to preview his side's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal clash with Angola and one of the topics he touched on was the availability of goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali.    Super Eagles fans had their heart in their mouth during the second half of t...
Ola Aina v Gelson Dala: The key battle that could decide Nigeria v Angola
Published: February 01, 2024
In what promises to be a riveting quarterfinal clash between Nigeria and Angola, the spotlight falls on a crucial battle that could shape the outcome of the match - the duel between Ola Aina and Gelson Dala.   As the two sides prepare to lock horns on the football pitch, the focus intensifies on this key matchup...
Malcolm Ebiowei: 2019 Golden Eaglets invitee in talks over loan move to Belgian top-flight club 
Published: February 01, 2024
2019 Golden Eaglets invitee Malcolm Ebiowei has been linked with a move to Jupiler Pro League side RWD Molenbeek.   According to Football Insider, the Crystal Palace winger is in talks over a loan move to the Belgian club before the closure of the current transfer window. While some Championship clubs hav...
Onyeka reveals how Osimhen exposed Napoli teammate Anguissa before Nigeria's win against Cameroon 
Published: February 01, 2024
Frank Onyeka has revealed that Victor Osimhen gave the Super Eagles holding midfielders the lowdown on his Napoli teammate  André-Frank Zambo Anguissa before Nigeria's win over Cameroon in the round of 16 of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.    One of the key battles that had an impact on the outcome of the...
2023 Fifa U20 World Cup Golden Ball winner handed Chelsea shirt number last worn by Madueke
Published: February 01, 2024
With a statement on their official website, Premier League side Chelsea have announced that 2023 Fifa U20 World Cup Golden Ball winner, Cesare Casadei has been allocated the number 31 kit for the remainder of the 2023-2024 season.    The Italy U21 international spent the first half of the campaign at Championshi...
Proposed transfer of Arsenal alum Akinola to C.F. Estrela da Amadora falls through 
Published: February 01, 2024
Allnigeriasoccer.com has been told that Arsenal alum Tim Akinola's proposed transfer to Portuguese setup C.F. Estrela da Amadora has fallen through.    The 2022 Nigeria's Olympic National Team invitee was due to travel to Portugal on Wednesday, January 31 to formalize his switch to C.F. Estrela da Amado...