'We're going to do so well' - Osimhen vows to lead Super Eagles to fourth AFCON title in Cote d'Ivoire
Published: January 06, 2024
Victor Osimhen fancies the Super Eagles chances of winning the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations for a fourth time.    The Napoli star did not attend the 2021 AFCON in Cameroon due to injury but is expected to play a prominent role for the Super Eagles when the tournament kicks off in Côte d'Ivoire next weekend....
'Scores goals because of AFCON' - Pundit goes hard on Osimhen for putting Super Eagles before Napoli
Published: January 06, 2024
Respected  La Gazzetta dello Sport journalist Mimmo Malfitano has questioned the loyalty of Victor Osimhen, stating the striker has put the Super Eagles before Napoli and he's only scoring goals because of the bonuses he stands to earns if he meets a number of targets.    Osimhen - the marquee player named i...
Iheanacho expected to link up with Super Eagles in Lagos ahead of trip to Ivory Coast on Jan 10
Published: January 06, 2024
Allnigeriasoccr.com has been told that Leicester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho will not take part in the Super Eagles training camp in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.    While Iheanacho's teammate at Leicester City, Wilfred Ndidi is ruled out of the Africa Cup of Nations due to a muscular injury and has ...
'We played matches with Ndidi and lost' - NFF president backs Yusuf to shine at AFCON after Barcelona display 
Published: January 05, 2024
Nigeria Football Federation president Ibrahim Gusau has given a vote of confidence to Royal Antwerp midfielder Alhassan Yusuf ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.   Super Eagles manager Jose Peseiro has called up Yusuf, who was named in the provisional AFCON squad, to join the main squad as a replaceme...
Troost-Ekong excited to be back in the Super Eagles fold after more than three months of absence 
Published: January 05, 2024
Super Eagles defender, William Troost Ekong, has expressed his joy at rejoining the national team camp after more than three months of absence.    The PAOK defender is gearing up with the Eagles in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as they prepare for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), scheduled to commen...
Man Utd coach checks out two Nigeria-eligible midfielders ahead of FA Cup clash against Wigan 
Published: January 05, 2024
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is running the rule over two Nigeria-eligible midfielders Shola Shoretire and Maxi Oyedele ahead of his side's FA Cup clash against Wigan Athletic, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.   First team midfielders Mason Mount and Casemiro are rated as doubtful for the trip to Wiga...
Crystal Palace dazzler Olise closely being watched by Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool
Published: January 05, 2024
Premier League defending champions Manchester City have joined the race to sign Crystal Palace dazzler Michael Olise. According to Footballinsider, the Citizens are closely monitoring the 22-year-old who is also on the radar of Liverpool and Chelsea.  Manchester City and Chelsea were reportedly interested in...
Leicester boss provides update: Ndidi faces three months out; Iheanacho getting better but still not 100 percent 
Published: January 05, 2024
Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca, delivered disheartening news on the injury front ahead of the anticipated clash against Millwall, revealing that both Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi and star forward Kelechi Iheanacho will be sidelined due to injuries.   In a press conference conducted at Seagrave on ...
Sky Sport Germany insists Bayern are interested in versatile Tottenham centre-back and not Tosin
Published: January 05, 2024
Sky Sport Germany has insisted that Tosin Adarabioyo is not a player of interest to Bayern Munich amid speculation linking the Fulham star with a switch to the German Bundesliga champions in the January transfer window.    It had been claimed that the Manchester City academy product was among the four Premier L...
Chelsea provide fitness update on two Super Eagles-eligible midfielders ahead of FA Cup match 
Published: January 05, 2024
With a statement on their official website, Chelsea have provided an injury update on their players including Super Eagles-eligible midfielders Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu on the eve of their Emirates FA Cup clash against Championship outfit Preston North End.    The Blues have brought good news reg...
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Published: January 05, 2024
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Norwich's Aboh, Everton's Okoronkwo nominated for Premier League award
Published: January 05, 2024
Two promising teenagers of Nigerian descent have been nominated for the Premier League 2 Player of the Month award for December 2023.   Norwich City attacker Ken Aboh and Everton forward Francis Okoronkwo have been shortlisted for the monthly accolade following their impressive performances for their respective ...
'More powerful and dribbles more often' - Bayer chief highlights qualities of Super Eagles striker Boniface
Published: January 05, 2024
Bayer Leverkusen managing director Simon Rolfes highlighted the qualities of Victor Boniface as he compared the similarities between the former Royale Union Saint-Gilloise star and fit-again Czech Republic national teamer Patrik Schick.   Boniface is currently away on international duty with the Super Eagles ...
Transfer insider confirms Tottenham have enquired about red-hot Anglo-Nigerian striker
Published: January 05, 2024
Transfer insider Ben Jacobs has confirmed that Tottenham have enquired about the availability of Bournemouth forward Dominic Solanke but also suggested that any move for him will be in the summer.   The north London side let go of club legend Harry Kane in the summer which left a vacuum in the central forward po...
Former Super Eagles invitee prefers a move to Arsenal over the possibility of joining Man Utd
Published: January 05, 2024
2021 Super Eagles invitee Michael Olise reportedly wants a move to Arsenal over Manchester United who are planning a summer move for him.   According to Footballtransfers, the talented forward is keen on joining the Gunners rather than moving to Old Trafford.   The report added that Arsenal would like to ...