Nigeria still involved in recruitment battle for Omorodion as Porto sensation omitted from Spain squad
Published: October 04, 2024
The Nigeria Football Federation are still involved in the recruitment battle for Porto young sensation Samuel Omorodion who is in the form of his life at the moment, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Contrary to speculation about a potential call-up for Spain's October games against Denmark and Serbia, national team boss Lu...
'I'm very upset' - Porto's Omorodion disappointed despite scoring a brace in 6-goal thriller v Man Utd
Published: October 04, 2024
Samu Omorodion has expressed his disappointment despite bagging a brace in FC Porto's exciting 3-3 draw with Manchester United in a UEFA Europa League clash at Estádio do Dragão on Thursday night.Marcus Rashford gave the Red Devils the lead in the 7th minute with a fine strike before Rasmus Højlund doubled their lea...
'It's football' - Super Eagles star insists he was not affected by failed move to Kaizer Chiefs
Published: October 03, 2024
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has commented on his unsuccessful transfer from Chippa United this summer.Following his impressive performance for Nigeria at the 2023 AFCON tournament, he was linked with a summer move to South African Premiership club Kaizer Chiefs.The 28-year-old replaced Francis Uzoho as Nige...
'He did a lot better' - Barnsley coach reveals Nwakali is pushing for a place in the squad
Published: October 03, 2024
Barnsley coach Darrell Clarke has admitted that Kelechi Nwakali is pushing for a place in the squad ahead of the upcoming games against Huddersfield Town in the League One and Bristol Street Motors Trophy.The Nigeria international has yet to make his first team debut for The Reds, two months after joining the club from...
'You don't sneak into the Nigerian national team' - New England Revolution assistant coach hails Alhassan
Published: October 02, 2024
New England Revolution assistant coach Pablo Moreira lauded Alhassan Yusuf for his impressive performance in the 1-0 victory against Nashville SC.The Super Eagles midfielder showcased his tireless work ethic, composure, and exceptional passing abilities during the match.Yusuf joined the Major League Soccer club from Ro...
Rangers boss hints two in-form players are keeping excellent Balogun from getting game time
Published: October 02, 2024
Rangers manager Philippe Clement was on media duties on Wednesday, on the eve of his side's Europa League clash against Lyon at Ibrox Stadium and one of the topics he touched on was the partnership between Robin Pröpper and John Souttar, which has been vey efficient in recent matches. Pröpper and Souttar have gone t...
One to watch: Beyond Limits product Ayodele scores again in UYL, this time against Real Madrid
Published: October 02, 2024
Nigerian forward Adeshina Ibrahim Ayodele has continued his strong start in European football, scoring in Lille's 2-1 win over Real Madrid in the UEFA Youth League.This goal marks his second in two European games, following a strike in Lille's 2-2 draw against Sporting Lisbon.Soriba Diaone opened the scoring for Lille ...
Cut above the rest: Nwakali scores first goal in Barnsley colours but taken off with suspected injury
Published: October 01, 2024
Kelechi Nwakali was arguably the standout performer as Barnsley were beaten 4-3 by Peterborough United in a Professional Development League fixture in South Yorkshire on Tuesday afternoon. The former Arsenal midfielder has yet to make his senior debut for Barnsley since his return to England in the summer transfer win...
'Carried it out brilliantly' - French football expert explains Arteta's role in Okocha flourishing at PSG
Published: October 01, 2024
French football expert Matt Spiro has highlighted Mikel Arteta's significant contribution during his time at Paris Saint-Germain alongside Austin Jay-Jay Okocha.Arteta joined PSG on loan from Barcelona in the 2001-2002 season, while Okocha had been with the club since 1998.Spiro noted that Arteta's role was crucial in ...
Dessers or Igamane: Ex-Tottenham defender gives verdict on who should be Rangers first-choice striker
Published: October 01, 2024
Former Tottenham Hotspur right-back Alan Hutton has given his verdict on who should be Rangers first choice striker between Cyriel Dessers and Hamza Igamane.Dessers did not totally convince in his first season at Ibrox, and that informed the decision to get another striker last summer, and the Light Blues settled for I...
Nantes' record-breaking forward Moses Simon named in Ligue 1 Team of the Month
Published: September 30, 2024
Record-breaking Nantes forward Moses Simon has been named in Whoscored.com's Ligue 1 Team of the Month for September 2024.The Super Eagles star grabbed an assist in the Yellow Canaries’ 1-1 draw with Angers SCO on September 22 to become the club's record assist maker in the French top-flight.Courtesy of his assist in...
'Those boys knew it was too tensed' - Mikel shares inside story on why Salah, De Bruyne quit Chelsea
Published: September 30, 2024
Former Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel has shed light on the struggles faced by Mohamed Salah and Kevin De Bruyne during their time at Chelsea.Salah joined Chelsea from Basel in 2014, while De Bruyne made his move to England in 2012 after impressing with Genk in Belgium.Both players arrived with high expectation...
Rangers coach reveals reason behind leaving Dessers out of starting XI in 1-0 win against Hibernian
Published: September 29, 2024
Rangers coach Philippe Clement has revealed why Cyriel Dessers was left out of the starting XI for his side's 1-0 win over Hibernian in a Scottish Premiership match at Ibrox on Sunday afternoon.Tom Lawrence grabbed the only goal of the game with a curled effort into the top corner, but the goal didn't stand until the i...
EFL: Maja scores in fourth-straight away game; Dele-Bashiru nets winner; Offiah opens account
Published: September 28, 2024
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round-up of the players of Nigerian players with notable contributions for their respective clubs in English Football League matches on Saturday, September 28.In the Championship, West Bromwich Albion suffered their first defeat of the campaign, losing 3-2 to Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough S...
Victor Olatunji sends message to Eguavoen: Sparta Prague striker scores in back-to-back games
Published: September 28, 2024
Less than a week before the Nigeria Football Federation announces the Super Eagles roster for their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Libya, Sparta Prague striker Victor Olatunji has sent a clear message to interim boss Augustine Eguavoen that he's worthy of a place in the team.Olatunji, wh...