'Football is unpredictable' - Akpom not ruling out January exit from Ajax Amsterdam
Published: November 28, 2024
Ajax striker Chuba Akpom has refused to rule out a possible departure from the Dutch Eredivisie club in the January transfer window. The 29-year-old has been with Ajax since the summer of 2023, after joining from Championship outfit Middlesbrough.The former England youth international's situation at Ajax is complicate...
Joseph Olowu: Arsenal youth product, who has pledged his future to Nigeria, named in League Two TOTW
Published: November 26, 2024
Joseph Olowu has been recognized for his outstanding performance in the last round of matches in the League Two, with football statistics website Whoscored naming the central defender in its Team of the Week.Born in Ibadan, Olowu was on the books of Premier League club Arsenal for eight years before joining Doncaster R...
Former Leeds United striker slams Rangers boss over Dessers early substitution against Dundee United
Published: November 25, 2024
Former Leeds United striker Ross McCormack has questioned Rangers manager Philipe Clement for his decision to take off Cyriel Dessers at half-time in their 1-1 draw with Dundee United at the Ibrox Stadium.The home side were trailing at half-time, courtesy of Sam Dalby's strike in the 36th minute and that led to Clement...
Nigerian exports: Onyedika, Maja, Olusanya, Azeez, Okereke, Nwachukwu, Itodo make waves with goals
Published: November 24, 2024
Allnigeriasoccer.com's round-up of the Nigeria-eligible players who scored for their respective clubs in matches across Europe on Saturday, November 23.Super Eagles players Josh Maja and Raphael Onyedika both found the back of the net for their respective clubs on Saturday night.Onyedika opened his goal account for the...
'Victor is good at aerial balls' - Galatasaray's Batshuayi claims he's better than Osimhen in a key area
Published: November 23, 2024
Belgian international Michy Batshuayi has claimed that he possesses better technical skills than Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen.The former Chelsea forward made the assertion on the heels of his crucial performance in Galatasaray's 1-0 victory over Bodrum at Grey Beton Bodrum Stadyumu on Saturday. Batshuayi netted the...
'It won't be for 6-8 weeks' - Leverkusen coach confirms Boniface suffered a small injury on Super Eagles duty
Published: November 22, 2024
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Victor Boniface sustained a minor injury during Nigeria's 2-1 loss to Rwanda in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Monday, November 18.Boniface featured for 89 minutes before being replaced by Umar...
Nwakali highlights three midfield roles he can play ahead of Barnsley v Wigan
Published: November 21, 2024
Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali has highlighted the three midfield roles he can play ahead of Barnsley's meeting with Wigan Athletic in the English Football League One clash that is set to go down at Oakwell Stadium on Saturday.Nwakali has played as a holding midfielder for most of his club career and that was ...
'I saw it' - Former Super Eagles midfielder's son breaks his silence on Malmo transfer links
Published: November 20, 2024
Emmanuel Ekong has broken his silence on speculation linking him with a potential move to Swedish giants Malmö FF ahead of the January transfer window.Emmanuel is the son of former Super Eagles midfielder Prince Ikpe Ekong, who was a member of the Nigeria side that finished third at the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations, fea...
'It didn't seem realistic' - Galatasaray coach admits he did not believe Osimhen deal was possible
Published: November 18, 2024
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk has admitted that he initially doubted the possibility of the Turkish Super Lig champions signing Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen.The Lion benefited from the inability of Chelsea and other suitors to persuade Napoli to part away with the 25-year-old by signing him on a loan deal.The arr...
'I don't wish my teammate injury' - Barnsley Motm Nwakali speaks out after coming on in weird circumstances
Published: November 17, 2024
Kelechi Nwakali was officially named Barnsley's Man of the Match following his brilliant performance during a 1-1 draw against Cambridge United at Cledara Abbey Stadium on Saturday, November 16.Dan Nlundulu showed superb strength, holding off his marker before slotting a shot into the back of the net in the fourth minu...
Super Eagles player ratings: Nwabali error, Ndidi gritty, Simon super-sub again, Osimhen saves the day
Published: November 14, 2024
The Super Eagles played our a 1-1 draw with Benin on matchday five of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiersAllnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule over the Super Eagles players in action during the fixture at Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan.The startersGoalkeeperStanley Nwabali: He made a huge error for Benin's ...
Benin 1 Nigeria 1: 'Air Osimhen' to the rescue, saves Super Eagles from embarrassing loss to Cheetahs
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles confirmed their place at next year's Africa Cup of Nations as winners of Group D of the qualifiers after a 1-1 draw against Benin's Cheetahs, courtesy of Victor Osimhen's late second half goal.The Super Eagles began the game with a really positive start after a beautiful bit of olay between Lookm...
Nigerian footballers and their Impact off the field
Published: November 12, 2024
Nigeria has produced some of the most talented footballers in the world, players who have thrilled fans with their skills, power, and unforgettable goals. But their influence doesn’t stop when the final whistle blows. Nigerian footballers have made a significant impact off the field as well, using their platform to i...
5 Best Footballers to Come Out of Africa
Published: November 12, 2024
When you think of football legends, Africa has produced some of the most exciting, talented, and influential players the world has ever seen. From players who dazzled on the pitch with their unbelievable skills to those who left a lasting legacy both on and off the field, African footballers have made their mark in eve...
Zach Awe: Southampton loanee named in League Two TOTW after scoring first professional goal
Published: November 11, 2024
Southampton loanee Zach Awe has been named in the official League Two Team of the Week on the back of his outstanding performance in the last round of matches played in the fourth tier of English football. Awe joined Accrington Stanley on loan for the 2024-2025 season in search of first team football.The Hale End Acad...