Osimhen sets new personal record after assist in Galatasaray's 3-1 win against PAOK
Published: September 26, 2024
Victor Osimhen notched another assist as Galatasaray defeated PAOK 3-1 on matchday one of the league phase of the Europa League on Wednesday night to set a new personal record.Making his third start for the Turkish champions, the Nigeria national teamer forced an own goal from Ghanaian defender Abdul Rahman Baba less t...
Nwaneri nets brace, full debut for 18yo Nichols as Arsenal thrash Bolton in Carabao Cup
Published: September 25, 2024
Ethan Nwaneri (17) and Josh Nichols (18) made their full debuts for Arsenal in their 5-1 victory over Bolton Wanderers in the third round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, with the former getting a brace in the game.Declan Rice grabbed the first goal of the night after Nichols’ cross wasn't cleared properly, and...
17yo Nigerian midfielder makes senior debut for Aston Villa in win against Wycombe Wanderers
Published: September 24, 2024
Talented Nigerian midfielder Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba made his senior debut for Aston Villa on Tuesday night, coming off the bench in the closing minutes as the Premier League side defeated Wycombe Wanderers 2-1 in the third round of the Carabao Cup, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Aged 17 years and 358 days, Jimoh-Aloba rep...
George, Chukwuemeka subbed in as Nkunku's hat-trick inspires Chelsea to big win against Barrow
Published: September 24, 2024
Tyrique George and Carney Chukwuemeka were subbed in as Chelsea thrashed League Two side Barrow 5-0 in the third round of the Carabao Cup played on Tuesday night at Stamford Bridge.Christopher Nkunku opened the scoring in the 8th minute, finding the bottom corner from João Felix's pass, and he was also responsible for...
What Arsenal coach Arteta said about Nwaneri ahead of Carabao Cup fixture against Bolton
Published: September 24, 2024
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has praised Nigerian midfielder Ethan Nwaneri ahead of the Carabao Cup fixture at home to Bolton Wanderers at the Emirates tomorrow. The 17-year-old has been involved with the first team since the start of the season and has become a permanent member of Arteta's side, following his exhibition...
PL2: Butler-Oyedeji scores 96th-minute winner against Stoke as Arsenal maintain perfect start to season
Published: September 23, 2024
Nathan Butler-Oyedeji scored a dramatic late winner as Arsenal clinched a 1-0 victory over Stoke City at the Bet365 Stadium, keeping the Gunners' perfect start to the Premier League 2 season intact.The Premier League 2 Player of the Month for August found the net in the dying embers of the match, securing all three poi...
17yo goalkeeper eligible for Super Eagles, Black Stars makes competitive debut for Arsenal U21s
Published: September 23, 2024
Tri-national goalkeeper Khari Ranson has made his competitive debut for Arsenal U21s, with his inclusion in the starting lineup for the ongoing Premier League 2 clash against Stoke City at the bet365 Stadium on Monday, September 23, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Ranson, alongside  Premier League 2 Player of the Month, ...
'Not just me' - Obi Mikel admits Chelsea striker Jackson has shut everybody up with recent displays
Published: September 23, 2024
Nigeria legend John Obi Mikel has admitted that he's delighted to see Senegal international Nicolas Jackson doing so well at Chelsea, following the striker's impressive displays in recent games.Last month, Nicolas Jackson was heavily criticized by Mikel for his lack of accuracy in front of goal after Chelsea were beate...
Chelsea boss confirms two Nigerian youngsters will be named in squad for Carabao Cup clash v Barrow
Published: September 23, 2024
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Nigerian youngsters Carney Chukwuemeka and Tyrique George will be named in the matchday squad for his side's third-round Carabao Cup fixture against Barrow at Stamford Bridge tomorrow.The Blues came close to winning the title last season, losing narrowly to Liverpool and wil...
Newcastle, Wolves, Nottingham Forest among six PL clubs interested in Burnley's quad-national winger
Published: September 23, 2024
Burnley's quad-national forward Luca Koleosho has drawn interest from six Premier League clubs thanks to his impressive performances in the Championship, according to HITC.Koleosho was born and raised in the United States to a Nigerian father and an Italian-Canadian mother, making him eligible to represent the senior n...
Musa scores in his first appearance for Manchester United youth team since March 2024
Published: September 22, 2024
Dual-national striker Victor Musa returned to action for Manchester United as they registered an emphatic 4-0 win over Middlesbrough in an U18 Premier League game on Saturday. Before the trip to Middlesbrough, he had not figured for the Red Devils teams since March 2024 when he scored and assisted in a 5-2 win against...
Nichols travels with Arsenal squad as John Stones goal salvages dramatic draw for Man City
Published: September 22, 2024
Teenage Nigerian right-back Josh Nichols was named in Arsenal's provisional squad for their Premier League clash against defending champions Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. According to Arsenal youth team expert Jeorge Bird, Nichols traveled as the extra player.Nichols was promoted to Arsenal's first team on a ...
'The performances have been very good' - Iwobi on Fulham having more points than Man Utd, West Ham
Published: September 22, 2024
Fulham are now undefeated in four straight games after beating Newcastle United 3-1 in a Premier League encounter at Craven Cottage on Saturday, with the excellent Alex Iwobi providing an assist.The Cottagers were in front after four minutes thanks to a great finish from Raúl Jiménez, who took the ball on his chest, ...
U18 PL: Tayo Subuloye scores first goal for Chelsea as captain under Nigerian coach
Published: September 22, 2024
Wearing the captain's armband, Tayo Subuloye was on target for the first time in the U18 Premier League as Chelsea came from behind to register a 6-2 win against Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon.After starting the 2024-2025 season with three consecutive losses, Chelsea U18s finally picked up their first three points i...
Arteta promotes Butler-Oyedeji to first team training as Arsenal eye PL record at Man City
Published: September 21, 2024
London-born Nigerian striker Nathan Butler-Oyedeji trained with Arsenal's first team a day before their blockbuster Premier League clash against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta ran the rule over Butler-Oyedeji during today's workout at Sobha Realty Training ...