Official: Chelsea alum of Nigerian descent joins Belgian giants Anderlecht
Published: July 27, 2023
Through their official website, Belgian Pro League powerhouse Anderlecht have announced the signing of Chelsea alum of Nigerian descent, Tudor Mendel-Idowu.    The 34-time Belgian champions have pulled off a transfer coup by luring the Cobham product to Brussels as he was heavily courted by a plethora of Europ...
Official: AC Milan confirm signing of Chukwueze, reveal winger's shirt number
Published: July 27, 2023
Through their official website, seven-time European Champions AC Milan have confirmed the signing of Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze. AC Milan have confirmed that Chukwueze has signed a five-year contract and has been allocated the number 21 jersey for the 2023-2024 season.  The right winger has always ...
Confirmed: Onetime Chelsea defender Omeruo returns to Kasimpasa for third spell 
Published: July 27, 2023
With a press release published on their official website, Turkish Super Lig side Kasımpaşa have confirmed the signing of onetime Chelsea central defender Kenneth Omeruo.    Kasımpaşa have not disclosed the length and financial terms of Omeruo's contract.    Allnigeriasoccer.com exclusively rep...
'I wasn't feeling too well' - Oshoala gives reasons for not starting Super Falcons' win v Matildas
Published: July 27, 2023
The Super Falcons are now in a clear position to go through to the round of sixteen of the 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup after coming from behind to stun co-hosts Australia 3-2 on Thursday afternoon, with Uchenna Kanu, Osinachi Ohale and Asisat Oshoala finding the net for the African powerhouse.    The Mat...
Super Falcons player ratings: Ajibade dazzles, Oshoala clinical, Ohale resolute, Alozie flamboyant  
Published: July 27, 2023
The Super Falcons picked up the maximum three points after defeating tournament cohost Australia 3-2 at the Brisbane Stadium in match day two of the 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup on Thursday afternoon.   They are now top of Group B and have  put themselves in a good position to qualify for the round of 16 ...
2023 Fifa WWC: Five observations from Super Falcons thrilling 3-2 win against Matildas
Published: July 27, 2023
The Super Falcons secured their first victory at the ongoing 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup  on Thursday, coming from behind to beat co-host Australia 3-2 courtesy of goals from Uchenna Kanu, Osinachi Ohale and Asisat Oshoala. Allnigeriasoccer.com presents five observations from the game.    1. Solid def...
Australia 2 Nigeria 3: Kanu, Ohale, Oshoala on target as Super Falcons secure statement win
Published: July 27, 2023
In a highly captivating encounter, Nigeria staged a remarkable comeback to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory against Australia in their second Group B game of the 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup at the Brisbane Stadium (Brisbane) on Thursday afternoon.   The Super Falcons, determined to boost their chances of qual...
Al-Hilal shift attention to Osimhen after failing to lure Mbappe and Messi to Saudi Arabia
Published: July 27, 2023
Saudi Arabian Pro League side Al-Hilal have shifted their attention to signing Napoli striker Victor Osimhen after missing out on Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe and 2022 World Cup winner Lionel Messi.    Al Hilal submitted a world record bid worth 300 million euros to sign Mbappe which was accepte...
'Not a big thing' - Chelsea coach Pochettino insists no major concern over Madueke
Published: July 27, 2023
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has revealed the reason behind the absence of Super Eagles-eligible winger Noni Madueke in his side's pre-season 1-1 draw with Newcastle.   Madueke did not feature once again for the Blues against the Magpies as they continue their pre-season activities having previously m...
'Ten Hag plays players out of position' - Man Utd fan Waldrum defends Nigeria team selection 
Published: July 27, 2023
Self-confessed Manchester United fan Randy Waldrum cited Dutch football tactician Erik ten Hag as he was asked to defend his team selection for the Super Falcons opening game of the 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup.   British-Nigerian journalist Osasu Obayiuwana noted during the pre-match press conference ahead...
Confirmed: Burnley sign Super Eagles-eligible winger
Published: July 27, 2023
Through their official website, Premier League newcomers Burnley announced the signing of Luca Koleosho from Espanyol for an undisclosed fee on Tuesday.   The Clarets confirmed that their latest signing is eligible to play international football for four countries, namely United States, where he was born, Niger...
Matildas coach gives the lowdown on Super Falcons' wingers, outside back, centre-forward, CM
Published: July 26, 2023
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson was on media duties on Wednesday ahead of his side's 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup Group B match against the Super Falcons at Lang Park, Brisbane, and one of the topics he touched on was the strengths of the African powerhouse.    Randy Waldrum's team put up a defensive...
WWC Matildas v Super Falcons: Match preview, what to expect, key players, team news, kickoff time 
Published: July 26, 2023
Nigeria will be facing tournament cohost Australia on matchday two of the FIFA Women's World Cup on Thursday morning.   The Super Falcons played a barren draw with reigning Olympic champions Canada in their first match and will be hoping to avoid a defeat to stand a chance of qualifying for the round of 16....
2023 Flying Eagles invitee scores again for Glasgow Rangers B in pre-season
Published: July 26, 2023
2023 Flying Eagles invitee Thompson Ishaka continued his fine pre-season form for Glasgow Rangers B with another goal as the Scottish club thrashed Everton's development squad 3-0 in a friendly on Wednesday afternoon at the Rangers Training Centre.   Ishaka netted a consolation for the Light Blues as they s...
Chukwueze chooses AC Milan shirt number previously worn by 2006 WC final MOTM
Published: July 26, 2023
Seven-time European champions AC Milan are on the verge of announcing the signing of Nigeria international Samuel Chukwueze.    According to Tuttomercatoweb.com, Chukwueze arrived in Italy this morning to undergo a medical, he chatted with fans and signed autographs after completing the examination at La Madonn...