Nigerian exports: Okereke lighting up the Super Lig; Akpom and Strasbourg's Emegha back in business
Published: January 05, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round-up of the Nigeria-eligible players who scored for their respective clubs in matches across Europe on Sunday, January 5.In the French Ligue 1, Dutch-Nigerian-Togolese forward Emanuel Emegha was involved in two goals as Strasbourg came from behind to beat Auxerre 3-1 at the Stade de la Meinau...
Hafiz Umar Ibrahim: Chelsea reject receives first call-up for French Ligue 1 game
Published: January 05, 2025
Six months after a failed move to Premier League giants Chelsea, talented Nigerian striker Hafiz Umar Ibrahim received his first-ever call-up for a French Ligue 1 game as Stade de Reims suffered a 3-1 defeat at the hands of AS Saint-Étienne at Stade Geoffroy-Guichard on Saturday.The 19-year-old has to wait for his deb...
Maja kicks off 2025 with a bang: Super Eagles striker's brace inspires West Brom to win v Preston
Published: January 01, 2025
Super Eagles striker Josh Maja netted a first half brace to inspire West Brom to a 3-1 win over Preston North End in a Championship clash held at The Hawthorns on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The victory against the Lilywhites marked the Baggies first win under caretaker boss Chris Brunt.Eig...
Burnley make transfer decision on Austria U21 international of Nigerian descent
Published: January 01, 2025
Championship promotion hopefuls Burnley have made a transfer decision over talented Austria U21 international of Nigerian descent, Oluwaseun Adewumi.The forward joined the Clarets from Austrian side Floridsdorfer AC for an undisclosed fee on deadline day, and was immediately loaned out to Dundee. Since his move to Dun...
Meet Ayo Oke: American-born dual-national defender who admires Liverpool star Alexander-Arnold
Published: January 01, 2025
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have earned a reputation for being defensively astute, judging from recent tournaments (the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup and the 2024 Olympics). However, the lack of options at the right defensive flanks are a thing of worry.Michelle Alozie has been exceptional in marshalling her position, ...
'You cannot play on one leg' - Rangers manager provides injury update on Balogun ahead of Celtic clash
Published: December 31, 2024
Rangers manager Philippe Clement has not ruled out Super Eagles centre-back Leon Balogun from participating in the Old Firm derby against Celtic on Thursday at Ibrox Stadium.The veteran defender missed the 2-2 draw with Motherwell on Sunday at Fir Park, marking the first time he has missed a league game this season due...
Nigerian exports: Bromley CB Sowunmi can't stop scoring; Rotherham's Odoffin, Crawley's Showunmi strike
Published: December 29, 2024
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round-up of the Nigeria-eligible players who scored for their respective clubs in league matches across Europe on Sunday, December 29.In the English Football League One, Super Eagles hopeful Hakeem Odoffin took his tally for the season to four goals in all competitions by getting on the scoreshee...
'Has to be a goal' - Ex-Sunderland star calls out Rangers striker Dessers for missed chance v Motherwell
Published: December 29, 2024
Former Sunderland midfielder Derek Ferguson has criticized Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers for squandering a golden opportunity during Rangers' 2-2 draw against Motherwell on Sunday evening at Fir Park.Dessers, who was given a rare starting role by manager Philippe Clement, failed to capitalize on a key chance in the f...
'It's never a good sign' - Rangers coach admits he doesn't know how serious Balogun's injury is
Published: December 27, 2024
Rangers manager Philippe Clement has revealed he is uncertain about the severity of Leon Balogun’s injury, which he sustained during the team’s 2-1 defeat to St Mirren.The Nigerian defender was forced off just 19 minutes into the match at the Paisley 2021 Stadium, replaced by Robin Pröpper.Balogun's early departur...
'Scored a hat-trick off the bench' - Mebude reflects on Rangers first team invite from Gerrard
Published: December 27, 2024
London-born Nigerian forward Dapo Mebude has shared memories of his time at Scottish Premiership giants Rangers and how he was promoted to first team training by Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard.The former Scotland youth international returned to Scottish football in October, signing a one-year deal with Championship outf...
Nigerian exports: Genk's Arokodare, Bromley's Sowunmi, Bristol Rovers' Omochere in red-hot form
Published: December 27, 2024
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round-up of the Nigeria-eligible players who scored or assited for their respective clubs during the Boxing Day games across various leagues in Europe on Boxing Day. While Super Eagles stars in the Premier League struggled to find the net, several players in the lower leagues delivered impressiv...
Iwobi, Bassey feature as Fulham beat Chelsea for the first time at Stamford Bridge in PL era
Published: December 26, 2024
Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey were in action as Fulham recorded a 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge to record their first-ever triumph on the Blues’ patch since the inception of the Premier League.Cole Palmer got Enzo Maresca's side off to a flying start, darting past Fulham's defence to slot Levi Colwill's ...
'Not interested' - Saint-Etienne boss suggests January move for Rangers striker Dessers is unlikely
Published: December 25, 2024
Saint-Étienne new manager Eirik Horneland has hinted that the club are unlikely to sign a new player in next month's transfer window amid reports linking them to Rangers striker Cyriel Dessers.The French Ligue 1 outfit are struggling to keep their top-flight status, and one of the reasons for their plight is the strug...
Want-away Super Eagles striker offered to La Liga trio Sevilla, Getafe and Valencia
Published: December 25, 2024
Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq has reportedly informed Real Sociedad that he intends to move on in the January  transfer window.According to AS, his agent has offered him to Sevilla, Getafe, and Valencia in a bid to make Sadiq leave La Real as he has struggled to get game time this season.Sevilla showed interest in t...
'We need to give everything' - CHAN Eagles coach Ogunmodede ahead of showdown against Ghana
Published: December 25, 2024
Stand-in coach Daniel Ogunmodede has issued a stern warning to the Super Eagles B team players, urging them to avoid complacency ahead of their crucial second-leg encounter against Ghana in Uyo. The first leg of the CHAN qualifier, held at the Accra Stadium on Sunday, ended in a goalless draw, leaving the tie wide ope...