UCL qualifier: Durosinmi finds the net but Viktoria Plzen lose to Dessers' Rangers on aggregate
Published: August 12, 2025
Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi was on target as Viktoria Plzen recorded a 2-1 win over Rangers in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League qualifying tie at the Doosan Arena on Tuesday night.Despite the victory, the Czech side bowed out 4-2 on aggregate after Rangers’ commanding 3-0 first-leg win at Ibrox last...
'A clean sheet' – Ajayi reveals key takeaway from Hull's season opener ahead of Wrexham clash
Published: August 12, 2025
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has set his sights on a strong Carabao Cup run as Hull City prepare to face Wrexham in the first round on Tuesday night.Ajayi, who joined the Tigers this summer, believes a deep cup run would not only boost the team’s confidence but also give fans plenty to cheer about."One of our goa...
'Mad few days for me' – Akpom explains why he chose Ipswich over Birmingham and Middlesbrough
Published: August 11, 2025
Chuba Akpom's transfer saga is over with Ipswich Town confirming the loan signing of the Ajax Amsterdam striker on Sunday.Birmingham City were interested in the Hale End Academy graduate but pulled out of the race after the 29-year-old made it clear to them and Ajax Amsterdam that he wanted to join the Tractor Boys. A...
'Sounds weird' – Dessers urges Rangers fans to show support after back-to-back Premiership draws
Published: August 10, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has called on Rangers supporters to stand firmly behind the team after back-to-back Scottish Premiership draws extended their winless start to the season.The Nigerian international’s appeal came in the wake of Saturday’s 1-1 stalemate against Dundee, a result that followed last w...
Talented RB who broke Ndidi's record handed jersey number at Leicester ahead of season opener
Published: August 10, 2025
Leicester City have announced their squad numbers for the new season ahead of their Championship opener against Sheffield Wednesday at the King Power Stadium on Sunday afternoon.From a Nigerian perspective, the big news is that history-making right-back Olabade Aluko has been handed a squad number even though he is cla...
'A man mountain' – Ajayi hailed after impressive debut for Hull City in goalless draw v Coventry
Published: August 10, 2025
Semi Ajayi has been hailed by the English press following his impressive debut for Hull City in their goalless draw against Coventry City at the Coventry Building Society Arena on Saturday afternoon.The Nigeria international completed his move to the Tigers last month following the expiration of his contract with West ...
Every word Dessers said on Rangers' draw v Dundee, playing with 10 men, Viktoria Plzen
Published: August 09, 2025
A stoppage-time equaliser from James Tavernier salvaged a point for ten-man Rangers in a 1-1 draw with Dundee in a Scottish Premiership clash at Ibrox on Saturday evening but the drama did not end there. Cyriel Dessers thought he had snatched all three points for the Light Blues with virtually the last kick of the gam...
'We value him' – West Brom boss hands vote of confidence to Super Eagles striker Maja
Published: August 08, 2025
West Bromwich Albion manager Ryan Mason has expressed strong confidence in forward Josh Maja, affirming the club’s commitment to the striker. Mason emphasised the importance of carefully managing Maja’s return to full fitness after an extended period on the sidelines, underlining the club’s belief in his potenti...
'He's scored again' – Former Chelsea striker admits Rangers plan to sell Dessers now in doubt
Published: August 08, 2025
Former Chelsea striker Billy Dodds has urged Rangers to reconsider any plans to sell Nigerian forward Cyriel Dessers this summer, following the striker’s impressive return to form.Dessers, who finished last season as Rangers’ top scorer, has been at the centre of transfer speculation amid reported interest from Gre...
Sheffield United confirm squad numbers for three Nigerians ahead of season opener
Published: August 07, 2025
Sheffield United have confirmed that three players of Nigerian descent – Ehije Ukaki, Christian Nwachukwu and Femi Seriki – have been handed squad numbers ahead of the club’s Championship opener against Bristol City at Bramall Lane on Saturday, August 9.In an official statement published on their website, the Bla...
'A good player' – Birmingham City coach responds to reports linking Ipswich-bound Akpom to the club
Published: August 07, 2025
Birmingham City head coach Chris Davies has responded to swirling rumours linking Ajax striker Chuba Akpom with a move to the Championship side, following reports that Ipswich Town have hijacked the proposed deal.Akpom was strongly tipped to join the Blues on loan after Birmingham reportedly reached an agreement with D...
30 days after loan move to Motherwell, Celtic youth product Sule returns to West Brom for rehab
Published: August 06, 2025
Thirty days after Scottish Premiership outfit Motherwell announced the signing of Eseosa Sule on a season-long loan deal, West Brom have officially confirmed that he has returned to Albion.Even though the loan deal between West Brom and Motherwell is still officially valid, the young player, who has both Scottish and N...
Akpom chooses Ipswich: Super Eagles hopeful snubs Middlesbrough, Birmingham throw in the towel
Published: August 06, 2025
Super Eagles hopeful Chuba Akpom has decided to join Ipswich Town on a season-long loan, turning down interest from both Middlesbrough and Birmingham, with the latter ending their pursuit. Birmingham City made a final push to sign Akpom on Tuesday, attempting to secure a permanent transfer from Ajax Amsterdam. The ne...
'Brilliant job' – Rangers boss lauds Dessers, reveals reason behind bench role in previous games
Published: August 06, 2025
Rangers manager Russell Martin has praised Cyriel Dessers after the Nigerian forward delivered a standout performance in the club’s 3-0 victory over Viktoria Plzen in the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round on Tuesday night.Dessers, who had not started any competitive game this season until the clash at Ibro...
Akpom to decide future: Lens, Olympiakos, Ipswich, Middlesbrough, Birmingham City interested
Published: August 04, 2025
More European clubs have entered the race to sign Ajax Amsterdam striker Chuba Akpom.Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Greek giants Olympiakos, French Ligue 1 side RC Lens and EFL Championship outfit Ipswich Town are the latest clubs to express interest in the Super Eagles hopeful.Although Birmingham City were the ...