Promising Nigeria-Eligible Midfielder Could Become The Next Breakout Starlet At Chelsea
Published: April 28, 2019
One of Chelsea's talented Academy products who has come to earn amazing recognition thanks to his glaring qualities is their Nigerian midfielder, Faustino Anjorin. The production line at Cobham has well been famed for nurturing talents and while we have seen a couple of them take the leap in recent years, th...
The Reason Why Ndidi Was Substituted At Half-time In Leicester City Win Vs Arsenal
Published: April 28, 2019
Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers has revealed that it was a tactical decision to substitute Wilfred Ndidi at half-time in his side's 3-0 win against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon. The Nigeria international was in danger of receiving a red card if he had completed the game as he was shown a yel...
What Are Arsenal Fans Saying About Iwobi's Performance Against Leicester City?
Published: April 28, 2019
Arsenal suffered a 3-0 defeat against Leicester at the King Power Stadium, which may put an end to their hopes of earning a top-four finish by the end of the season.Nigeria international Alex Iwobi was included in Unai Emery's starting lineup but he put up an average performance throughout the time he spent on the pitc...
Arsenal Legend Explains Why Emery Started With A 4-4-2 Vs Leicester With Iwobi Deployed As LM
Published: April 28, 2019
Arsenal suffered their fourth defeat in five matches, losing 3-0 to Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on Sunday afternoon, and squandered another opportunity to gain ground on their rivals for a Champions League spot. Gunners coach Unai Emery set up his team in a 4-4-2 formation, with Alex Iwobi, Henrikh Mkhi...
Ljungberg Tips 'Game Changer' Saka, Amaechi To Get Better At Arsenal
Published: April 28, 2019
Former Arsenal forward and current U23 coach of the Gunners Freddie Ljungberg has lavished praises on young England international with Nigerian blood Bukayo Saka for his outstanding performances for the team and the notable improvement he has made thus far.Saka was exceptional particularly in some Europa League group g...
EPL Wrap : Success Receives A Yellow; Lookman, Solanke Subbed In; Ibe Benched; Balogun Still Out Of Favour
Published: April 27, 2019
A round-up of the Nigeria-eligible players that were in action for their respective clubs in the English Premier League on Saturday, April 27. At  Selhurst Park (London), England U21 winger Ademola Lookman was an 84th minute substitute as Everton were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace. Elsewhere, in a...
Prolific Nigerian Striker On Target As Arsenal Are Crowned U18 PL South Champions
Published: April 27, 2019
Arsenal have been crowned champions of the U18 Premier League South following their 3-0 rout of Fulham in their final game of the regular season on Saturday. Regardless of the first team's position in the Premier League at the end of the season, the club would qualify for next season's UEFA Youth League if they beat...
Chelsea Plan To Replace Position Vacated By Ex-Nigeria Star With Legendary GK Cech
Published: April 27, 2019
Chelsea are reportedly planning to recruit Arsenal goalkeeper, Peter Cech in a backroom staff job when he hangs up his boots at the end of the season.The Telegraph UK has revealed that the Blues are preparing a massive revamp of their managerial office and are confident of tempting the 36-year-old who remains a cult he...
Chelsea Coach Reacts To Anjorin's Missed Scoring Chance Vs Barcelona
Published: April 27, 2019
Impact substitute Faustino Anjorin missed at least two scoring opportunities during Chelsea's UEFA Youth League semifinal tie against Barcelona on Friday evening which ended in favour of the Stamford Bridge outfit. The England U18 international fired straight at goalkeeper Arnau Tenas in the 81st minute before head...
Two Features That Show Tammy Abraham Could Become The 'Next Drogba' At Chelsea
Published: April 27, 2019
Former Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba was no doubt one of the best strikers to have featured for the Blues in Premier League history.Drogba was a real threat to all Premier League goalkeepers and defenders due to his venomous shots that always find their way into the back of net.Unfortunately for the West London clu...
Saka Scores, Wins Penalty & Provides Assist; Okonkwo Posts Third Shutout As Arsenal U23 Thrash Leicester
Published: April 26, 2019
Arsenal U23s thrashed Leicester City 3-0 in their final competitive game of the 2018-2019 campaign - a Premier League 2 clash staged at the Emirates Stadium on Friday evening - with two players of Nigerian descent putting up eye-catching performances.The game had ended as a contest inside the opening ten minutes, with ...
UYL Last Four: Chelsea's Secret Weapon Anjorin Scores In Shootout As Two-Time Champions Beat Barcelona
Published: April 26, 2019
Chelsea have qualified for a record-extending fourth UEFA Youth League final after beating Barcelona 5-4 on penalties in a semifinal clash at the Colovray Stadium, Nyon on Friday evening. England U18 international of Nigerian descent Faustino Anjorin recovered from a back injury and entered into the game as a substi...
UYL: 'New Michael Ballack' In Contention To Face Barcelona, Travels With Chelsea Squad To Nyon
Published: April 26, 2019
England youth international of Nigerian descent Faustino Anjorin is in contention to make his third appearance in this season's UEFA Youth League against Barcelona on Friday evening in Nyon. Allnigeriasoccer.com can confirm that the central midfielder was in Chelsea U19s traveling party to Switzerland on Thursday af...
Tammy Abraham May Be First-Choice Striker Next Season For Goal-Shy Chelsea
Published: April 26, 2019
News emanating from Italy might just have confirmed that Chelsea are not interested in re-engaging Gonzalo Higuain after his loan spell with the club expires at the end of the season, opening the door for Tammy Abraham to become the club's hitman in the coming season.According to Tuttomercatoweb, Higuian's disastrous s...
Everton Identify Chelsea Striker Of Nigerian Descent As Potential Summer Signing
Published: April 26, 2019
Everton are being linked with a summer move for Chelsea loanee Tammy Abraham, according to reports emanating from the United Kingdom. The Mirror claims Everton are considering making a move for Abraham and he could be allowed to depart Stamford Bridge in the summer despite Chelsea facing a transfer ban. Aston Vi...