Newcastle and Celtic's Nigeria-eligible midfielders become provisionally cap-tied to England and Scotland
Published: October 29, 2025
Newcastle United dual-national midfielder Sam Alabi is now provisionally cap-tied his country of birth, England, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Born in Manchester, Alabi remains eligible to represent Nigeria through his father. However, by featuring in England's 1–0 defeat to Scotland in a UEFA European U17 Champion...
Son of former Super Eagles left-back withdraws from England's Fifa U17 World Cup squad
Published: October 29, 2025
The English Football Association has confirmed that Chelsea midfielder Landon Emenalo has withdrawn from the Young Lions squad for the upcoming 2025 Fifa U17 World Cup in Qatar, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Emenalo, the son of former Nigeria international and ex-Chelsea technical director Michael Emenalo, was initial...
Chelsea, Brighton and Spurs target Suleiman leads all U21s worldwide in final third creativity
Published: October 29, 2025
Nigeria's Flying Eagles winger Sani Suleiman has been ranked as the most creative U21 player in the world for penetrative passes in the final third.The AS Trencin star's performances have reportedly attracted the attention of Premier League clubs Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion and Tottenham Hotspur, who are monitoring...
'It would send a message' - Wolves striker Arokodare eyes statement win over Chelsea
Published: October 28, 2025
Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Tolu Arokodare believes victory over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night would serve as a major statement of intent and a much-needed morale boost as the team look to rediscover confidence after a difficult Premier League campaign.After nine matches in the top flight, Wolves re...
'I was in pain' - Chelsea icon Mikel shares update on hamstring injury suffered v Liverpool Legends
Published: October 28, 2025
John Obi Mikel has provided an update on the injury he sustained during the first half of Chelsea Legends' 1-0 defeat to Liverpool Legends in a charity match held on October 11 at Stamford Bridge.The retired Nigeria international was named in the starting lineup by Chelsea Legends manager Roberto Di Matteo but was unab...
Confirmed team news: Chukwueze ruled out of Fulham's trip to Wycombe Wanderers
Published: October 28, 2025
Fulham manager Marco Silva has confirmed that Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze will miss Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash against Wycombe Wanderers due to injury.The Nigerian international picked up an injury during the Super Eagles' 4-0 win over Benin's Cheetahs at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo.Chukwueze impressed in...
'Slot is a big admirer' - Ikpeba urges Liverpool to sign Bournemouth forward
Published: October 27, 2025
Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba has urged reigning Premier League champions Liverpool to explore a January move for Ghana international Antoine Semenyo.Semenyo started every World Cup qualifier for the Black Stars, with the exception of the 4-3 home victory over the Central African Republic.After a ...
'No rush' - Agent backs Brentford long-throw specialist on Eric Chelle's radar for Italy call-up
Published: October 27, 2025
Claudio Vigorelli, the agent of Brentford fullback Michael Kayode, has expressed confidence that the youngster will soon earn a call-up to the Italian national team amid growing interest from Nigeria.Kayode, who has become renowned for his long throws and energetic performances at right-back, has been one of Brentford'...
Bassey sets unwanted PL record after Bruno Guimaraes' last-minute goal for Newcastle
Published: October 27, 2025
For all the praise Calvin Bassey received from manager Marco Silva ahead of Fulham's Premier League clash with Newcastle United, things did not go as planned for the Nigeria international at St James' Park, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Silva spoke highly of Bassey before the trip to Newcastle, describing him as the mos...
PL wrap: Tough day for Super Eagles stars as Uche, Arokodare and Awoniyi taste defeat
Published: October 26, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com provides a recap of how Nigeria internationals fared in Premier League action on Sunday, October 26.At the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal extended their winning run to seven matches in all competitions with a 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace, courtesy of a decisive strike from former Super Eagles invitee...
'Really poor from Bassey' - Watford icon calls out PL's most error-prone player after mistake v Newcastle
Published: October 26, 2025
Watford legend Troy Deeney has criticised Calvin Bassey for the defensive mistake that led to Newcastle United’s opening goal in Fulham's Premier League clash on Saturday at St James' Park.With the game still goalless, the Nigerian defender was dispossessed under pressure by Jacob Murphy, who drove into the box befor...
'Keep the record going' - Iwobi pays tribute to Okocha, Ameobi after historic 300th PL appearance
Published: October 25, 2025
Alex Iwobi has etched his name into Premier League history by becoming the first Nigerian player to reach 300 appearances, a remarkable milestone achieved during Fulham's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United at St James' Park on Saturday. The Hale End Academy graduate was named in the starting line-up as the Cottagers were ...
2025 Fifa U17 World Cup: Future Arsenal player among three Nigerians named in Ireland squad
Published: October 25, 2025
The Football Association of Ireland has this week confirmed the Republic of Ireland U17 squad for the upcoming 2025 Fifa U17 World Cup in Qatar, with manager Colin O’Brien including three teenagers of Nigerian descent in his 21-man selection, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The squad is headlined by Shamrock Rovers sens...
Super Eagles midfielder Iwobi to receive award from Premier League after Newcastle v Fulham
Published: October 24, 2025
Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi is set to receive a Premier League Milestone Award, provided he features in Fulham's clash with Newcastle United on Saturday, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The game against the Magpies will mark Iwobi's 300th appearance in the English top-flight, a remarkable feat since his debut against Swa...
Liverpool, Man City and West Ham starlets of Nigerian descent receive England U16s call-ups
Published: October 24, 2025
The England Football Association has announced the England U16 squad for the upcoming Football Federations Cup in Antalya, Turkiye, with three players of Nigerian descent selected by interim coach Barry Lewtas.West Ham defender Emmanuel Fejokwu, Manchester City midfielder David Eze and Liverpool forward Joshua Abe have...