Toulon Tournament : Fatai Alashe Scores Second Goal For USA
Published: May 31, 2015
San Jose Earthquakes midfielder Fatai Alashe scored his second international goal for the youth team of the United States against Costa Rica at the ongoing Toulon Tournament. But the USA Under 23s lost 2 - 1 to their CONCACAF opponents with Ronald Matarrita scoring the opening goal for Costa Rica in the 23rd minute bef...
Super Eagles Shot - Stopper Austin Ejide Hits Back At Nigerian Press Over Wrong Reports
Published: May 31, 2015
Hapoel Beer Sheva numero uno Austin Ejide has taken at swipe at the Nigerian media for wrongly reporting that he was released by his Israeli club, adding that sports writers should confirm information before going to press.The main bone of contention is that some media outlets claimed that he has been sent parking by T...
Stephen Keshi Consoles Emenike Over Death Of Father
Published: May 31, 2015
On behalf of the Super Eagles, manager Stephen Keshi has consoled Fenerbahce striker Emmanuel Emenike over the death of his father, Pa Felix Emenike Ndukwu.“I can imagine what Emma is going through at the moment, the pain and the sense of loss that comes with losing someone as close and dear as one’s father...
Nigeria U20s Coach Manu Garba To Unleash Fantastic Four - Iheanacho, Success, Yahaya And Awoniyi - On Brazil
Published: May 31, 2015
Coach Manu Garba is set to unleash his potent strike force when Nigeria confronts Brazil on Monday morning at the Fifa Under 20 World Cup.Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho confirmed as much when quizzed in the pre - match press conference.“We are a very good team going forward and we will attack any team ...
Francisca Ordega Bags Hat - trick In Nigeria Rout
Published: May 31, 2015
The Super Falcons humiliated  Woodbridge FC 9-0 at the Woodbridge Soccer Centre in Toronto on Saturday in a pre - World Cup friendly. It took just four minutes to break the deadlock thanks to Ngozi Okobi and Asisat Oshoala gave the African champions a two - goal cushion seven minutes before the break.Oshola’...
Denmark Round Up : Alhaji Gero Scores First Viborg Goal; In - form Onuachu Bags Brace
Published: May 30, 2015
Ex Flying Eagles striker Alhaji Gero finally opened his goalscoring account for Viborg on Saturday in a Danish First Division game against Broenshoej. The 21 - year - old had been searching for his first goal in the colours of Viborg after playing 12 games before his 12th minute penalty goal at Tingbjerg Idrætspa...
Edward Ofere Wins Scottish Cup With Inverness Caledonian Thistle
Published: May 30, 2015
Edward Ofere helped Inverness Caledonian Thistle win the Scottish Cup for the first time since their formation on Saturday thanks to their 2 - 1 win over Falkirk .The former Malmo and Lecce striker , wearing the number seven jersey, lasted the entire duration in the game staged at Hampden Park. Inverness Caledonian Thi...
Arsenal Striker Chuba Akpom Nets Against Ivory Coast In Toulon Tournament
Published: May 30, 2015
Chuba Akpom was pleased to score his second goal for England Under 20s in a space of two days as the Europeans defeated Ivory Coast 2 - 1 in the Toulon Tournament. After he was omitted from the starting line - up against Morocco, the Arsenal striker was handed his first start in France by Aidy Boothroyd and he repaid t...
Mikel, Solanke And Aina Start For Chelsea Vs Thailand All Stars
Published: May 30, 2015
Three players of Nigerian decent started for Chelsea in their post - season friendly against Thailand All- Stars in Bangkok on Saturday afternoon. Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel is joined in the starting line-up by England youth internationals Dominic Solanke and Ola Aina.Defender Ola Aina and Solanke are very ...
Ex Fenerbahce Star Austin Okocha Sends Condolence To Emmanuel Emenike For The Loss Of His Father
Published: May 30, 2015
Retired Nigeria skipper Austin Okocha has sent a message of condolence to Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Emenike over the death of his father , Felix Emenike Ndukwu.The former Fenerbahce midfielder prayed that the Supreme Being will comfort the family during this difficult time.“My heartfelt condolence goes to Emm...
Top 5 Nigerian Players Scouts Must Watch At Fifa Under 20s In New Zealand
Published: May 30, 2015
Allnigeriasoccer.com transfer market expert picks five Nigeria Under 20s stars European scouts should keep eyes on at the Fifa Under 20 World Cup which has already started in New Zealand. 1) Isaac Success ( Granada, Spain)Comments :  The 19 - year - old striker is being tracked by Inter Milan and Monaco ahead of t...
Fatai Alashe And Boyd Okwuonu Star For USA In Surprise Win Over Holland At Toulon Tournament
Published: May 29, 2015
San Jose Earthquakes midfielder Fatai Alashe was handed his first start by USA U20s coach, Andi Herzog, on Friday at the ongoing Toulon Tournament in France.Real Salt Lake defender Boyd Okwuonu, wearing the number 3 jersey , was in action for 72 minutes before he was replaced 18 minutes from time by Jalen Robinson.The ...
Ayo Obileye Happy To Sign Fresh One - Year Deal At Charlton Athletic
Published: May 29, 2015
Anglo - Nigerian defender Ayo Obileye has expressed his delight at signing a new contract with Charlton Athletic.The 20 - year - old has been rewarded with a new one - year deal at The Valley after he impressed while on loan at League Two club Dagenham & Redbridge. “I decided to remain with Charlton Athletic ...
Chelsea Star Eniola Aluko Handed Favourite Number Nine Jersey By English FA
Published: May 29, 2015
England have announced their squad numbers for the Fifa Women’s World Cup in Canada.Anglo - Nigerian striker Eniola Aluko, who is participating in her third World Cup, has been allocated the traditional number nine jersey by the English FA.At the 2007 World Cup, Aluko donned the same number for The Lionesses whil...
Kogi United Fired Up For Yobe Desert Stars Cracker
Published: May 29, 2015
Players of Kogi United FC have resolved to give their all as they prepare to host Yobe desert Stars in this weekend’s Week Three of the NNL.The match billed for the Lokoja Confluence Stadium on Saturday will be used to get back to winning ways for the Wada Boys after two back-to-back draws in their fixtures.The c...