Blow for Crystal Palace as 2021 Super Eagles invitee suffers injury setback 
Published: September 22, 2023
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has confirmed that 2021 Super Eagles invitee Michael Olise has suffered a setback in his recovery from injury. Olise picked up a hamstring injury while on international duty with France during the European U21 championship in June which has led to him missing the start of the Premie...
Chelsea winger Madueke ready to face Aston Villa after first omission from gameday squad in 12 matches
Published: September 22, 2023
Speaking to the national press in England before his side's Premier League match against Aston Villa, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino provided a positive update on Noni Madueke's return from injury.    For the first time in twelve Premier League matches on the bounce dating back to April 26,2023, ...
Boniface, Ogbu join West Ham and Brighton stars, 7 others in Europa League Team of the Week
Published: September 22, 2023
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface and former Flying Eagles centre-back Igoh Ogbu have been named in Whoscored's UEFA Europa League Team of the Week for matchday one.    The duo were named alongside Brighton & Hove Albion striker João Pedro, West Ham midfielder James Ward-Prowse, and former Arsenal midfi...
Bad news for Peseiro ahead of friendly v Saudi Arabia after latest update on Porto LB Sanusi 
Published: September 22, 2023
Zaidu Sanusi is almost certainly not in contention to be named in the Super Eagles squad for their October international against Saudi Arabia after the latest update from Porto manager Sérgio Conceição.   The left-back was forced off at halftime during Porto's Champions League opener against Shakhtar Do...
Warning for Saka ahead of North London derby as Udogie is named Tottenham Hotspur's fastest player 
Published: September 22, 2023
According to sports analytics company Pro Football Focus, Italy U21 international of Nigerian descent Destiny Udogie holds the distinction of being the fastest player at Tottenham Hotspur ahead of the eagerly anticipated heavyweight clash against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.    For players who ha...
The reason Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd could not scout Club Brugge super kid Nusa in UECL fixture 
Published: September 22, 2023
It was previously reported that Premier League trio Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United scouts would be in attendance at the Jan-Breydel-Stadion to monitor at close quarters Club Brugge teenage sensation Antonio Nusa in the Europa Conference League meeting with Turkish side Besiktas.    Talent spotters repres...
'He's been amazing' - Ndidi praises Maresca for Leicester City's record-breaking start, new playing style
Published: September 22, 2023
Wilfred Ndidi has reserved praise for Italian football tactician Enzo Maresca for Leicester City's record-breaking start to the season and a new playing style.    The former West Brom and Juventus midfielder was appointed Leicester City manager in June and was given a mandate to ensure that the Foxes are ...
UEL wrap: Boniface on target for highest scoring team Europe's top 5 leagues; goal for Ogbu 
Published: September 21, 2023
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round-up of the Nigeria-eligible players who scored for their respective clubs in the Europa League on Thursday, September 21.   Victor Boniface is proving to be a bargain signing at 20 million euros after a blistering start to his career at Bayer Leverkusen.    The newly-cap...
'Okocha, Utaka, Osimhen shone here' - Ex-Flying Eagles star Adams on his move to French Ligue 1
Published: September 21, 2023
Former Flying Eagles forward Akor Adams has revealed that he has been following the Ligue 1 long before he moved to France last summer due to the heroics of John Utaka,  AustinJay-Jay Okocha, Victor Osimhen and other Nigerian players who have shone in the league in the past.   Adams joined Ligue 1 outfit Montpe...
Super Eagles face tricky 2023 AFCON draw after being placed in Pot 2
Published: September 21, 2023
The Super Eagles could face a nightmare draw in the group stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after being placed in Pot two by the Confederation of African Football on Thursday.   In the latest Fifa rankings, Nigeria are now the sixth ranked team in Africa and occupy 40th position in the world.    ...
'It's strange to end a game without scoring' - Osimhen declares after going goalless in three games 
Published: September 21, 2023
Speaking after Napoli's 2-1 victory over Sporting de Braga in their Champions League opener on Wednesday night, Victor Osimhen admitted that it was strange that he did not get on the scoresheet against the Portuguese setup.   However, the Napoli number 9 was delighted to help Napoli secure all three points i...
Agent preaches right attitude to young footballers as age grade scouting tournament end in Lagos
Published: September 21, 2023
Young footballers across Nigeria have been admonished to be of good conduct and ensure they are well behaved as they continue to grow in their search for greener pastures.   The admonition came courtesy the managing partner of Myron Toplcass Sports Outfit, Mr. Endurance Ogbemudia.   Eddie Ogbemudia was sp...
'You can compare him with Romelu Lukaku' - Marc Wilmots likens Boniface to Chelsea-owned striker 
Published: September 21, 2023
Retired Belgium international Marc Wilmots has likened Bayer Leverkusen star Victor Boniface to Chelsea-owned striker Romelu Lukaku as he spoke about the strengths and potential of the young Nigeria international.   Bayer Leverkusen bolstered their squad with the signing of Boniface from Royale Union Saint...
North London derby: Arsenal icon looking forward to seeing Tottenham rising star Udogie in person
Published: September 21, 2023
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has said that he can't wait to see Tottenham's rising star Destiny Udogie play in person.   The Italian-Nigerian left-back has been one of the standout players in the Premier League this season, operating on the left flank of Tottenham's defence.   After a string of i...
'I told him to try to score' - Udogie's very first coach reveals Tottenham LB used to be a playmaker
Published: September 21, 2023
Stefano Grespan, Destiny Udogie's very first coach during his time with the Circolo Noi football school in Nogara, a town in the province of Verona where the footballer grew up, has revealed that the defender initially started out his career as a playmaker.    Udogie has now become one of the most exciting ...