36 goals in 24 games: Man Utd U18 striker Obi-Martin still scoring for fun after leaving Arsenal
Published: November 09, 2024
Chido Obi-Martin continued his impressive start to life at Manchester United as he netted in the 3-0 win over Everton in an u18 Premier League match at Carrington Training Centre on Saturday afternoon.The Danish-born Nigerian center forward joined the Red Devils on a scholarship contract in the summer transfer window a...
'He was so good, strong, sharp' - Ndidi names Chelsea, Real Madrid alum as toughest opponent he's faced
Published: November 09, 2024
Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has named former Chelsea and Real Madrid star Eden Hazard as the toughest opponent he has ever faced on the pitch.In an exclusive interview with the Premier League YouTube channel, Ndidi reflected on his encounters with Hazard, describing the Belgian winger as a formidable challe...
Okocha, Mikel or Kanu? Leicester ace Ndidi reveals Chelsea legend inspired him to become a footballer
Published: November 09, 2024
Leicester ace Wilfred Ndidi has revealed that Chelsea's legendary midfielder John Obi Mikel inspired him to become a footballer.Nigerian legends Austin Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu both graced the Premier League but Ndidi admitted that Mikel was his Premier League idol growing up. Mikel was one of the finest defensive midf...
'Throw him in' - Former Arsenal defender urges Arteta to start Nwaneri against Chelsea
Published: November 09, 2024
Former Arsenal defender Kieran Gibbs has urged Mikel Arteta to give young talent Ethan Nwaneri a chance in Arsenal's upcoming clash against Chelsea.Gibbs believes that Nwaneri, who has impressed in recent Carabao Cup outings, could provide a much-needed boost to an Arsenal side struggling to find form.Nwaneri has alrea...
Leicester centre-back Okoli reveals what has impressed him about Man Utd ahead of trip to Old Trafford
Published: November 08, 2024
Manchester United take on Leicester City at old Trafford on Sunday afternoon and Caleb Okoli has labelled the tie an important Premier League fixture. After ten matches in the Premier League, Steve Cooper's Foxes are fifteenth in the standings with ten points, while United sit thirteenth with twelve points.With the ex...
England squads announcement: Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Spurs starlets among 12 Nigerians called up
Published: November 08, 2024
The English Football Association announced the Young Lions' rosters on Friday ahead of international matches later this month, with twelve Nigeria-eligible players getting invites.Ethan Nwaneri and Tyrique George who made their full debuts for Arsenal and Chelsea respectively in the current season have been named in En...
'I blame his agent' - Chelsea legend Joe Cole insists Osimhen shouldn't be at Galatasaray
Published: November 08, 2024
Chelsea legend Joe Cole has blamed Victor Osimhen's agent, Roberto Calenda for the striker missing out on a move to a top European club during the summer transfer window.The Nigeria international was heavily courted by Premier League side Chelsea and Saudi club Al-Ahli in the hours leading up to the close of the summer...
'Could have six tonight' - Former England manager admits Osimhen made life difficult for Tottenham
Published: November 08, 2024
Former England manager Glenn Hoddle has praised Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen, saying the Galatasaray striker made life exceptionally difficult for Tottenham Hotspur's defense during their UEFA Europa League clash.Osimhen, who has been in sensational form, was a constant threat to Tottenham's backline throughout the ...
Obi Mikel picks Chelsea v Arsenal combined XI ahead of blockbuster Premier League clash
Published: November 08, 2024
John Obi Mikel has picked his Chelsea v Arsenal combined XI ahead of Sunday's blockbuster Premier League clash between the two London sides at Stamford Bridge.Both clubs  head into the fixture with a lot at stake, particularly Arsenal, whose title ambition will suffer a big blow if they drop points, while the Blues wi...
What Tosin and Tyrique George said after Chelsea's historic 8-0 win against Noah
Published: November 08, 2024
Tosin Adarabioyo and Tyrique George have reacted to Chelsea's historic 8-0 win over Noah in the UEFA Europa Conference League fixture played on Thursday night at the Stamford Bridge.The Blues triumph over the Armenian side was the biggest ever scoreline recorded in the history of the UEFA Conference League and it also ...
Tosin scores first goal, full debut for George as ruthless Chelsea set record with 8-0 win against Noah
Published: November 07, 2024
Tosin Adarabioyo scored his first goal and Tyrique George made his full debut as Chelsea made UEFA Europa Conference League history by beating Noah 8-0 at Stamford Bridge on Thursday night.The 8-0 victory is the biggest ever win in UEFA Conference League history, surpassing Nordsjælland's 7-1 rout of Ludogorets in 202...
'Disrespectful' - PAOK's Nigerian midfielder vows not to celebrate if he scores against Man Utd
Published: November 07, 2024
Emotions will be running through the head of Newcastle-born Nigerian attacking midfielder Shola Shoretire on Thursday night when PAOK battle Premier League giants Manchester United in a Europa League clash at Old Trafford. Shoretire was on the books of the Red Devils for about nine years, rising through the ranks to m...
Caicedo, Fernandez, Lavia: Ex- Super Eagles midfielder Mikel reveals Chelsea's ideal double pivot pairing
Published: November 07, 2024
John Obi Mikel has revealed the two best Chelsea players to play in Enzo Maresca's double pivot.The Italian tactician has played with a 4-2-3-1 formation since the start of the season and has had to choose between Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo and Roméo Lavia for the double pivot positions.Caicedo is the only playe...
Chelsea central defender not selected for England amid interest from Nigeria
Published: November 07, 2024
Lee Carsley has named his final squad as caretaker coach of England's national team, the Three Lions, ahead of UEFA Nations League matches against Greece and Republic of Ireland, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.German tactician Thomas Tuchel has been appointed as the new England coach from next January, and has put pen to...
'It improved' - Arsenal icon questions delay in bringing on Nwaneri in loss to Inter Milan
Published: November 07, 2024
Arsenal icon Martin Keown has questioned Mikel Arteta's decision in bringing on Ethan Nwaneri late on in the 1-0 loss to Inter Milan on Wednesday night at the San Siro.Hakan Calhanoglu scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot in the first half stoppage-time after Mikel Merino was adjudged to have committe...