'Top goalkeeper' - Mikel insists Chelsea should have signed Donnarumma before Guardiola swooped
Published: September 25, 2025
Retired Nigeria international John Obi Mikel has criticised Chelsea's transfer strategy, insisting the world champions should have acted decisively to sign Gianluigi Donnarumma before Pep Guardiola and Manchester City swooped for the Italian goalkeeper.On the final day of the summer transfer window, Manchester City com...
'The sharpest of Arsenal players' - Redknapp lauds Nwaneri after impressive display v Port Vale
Published: September 25, 2025
Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp has praised Ethan Nwaneri following his impressive performance in Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Port Vale in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.Nwaneri featured for the entire duration at Vale Park as goals from Eberechi Eze and Leandro Trossard sealed Arsenal’s progression to ...
'No goalkeeper is stopping that' - Ex-Celtic star hails Chelsea forward George for brilliant goal
Published: September 24, 2025
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has lavished praise on youngster Tyroque George after his stunning goal helped the Blues secure a 2-1 comeback victory over Lincoln City in the Carabao Cup.The 19-year-old brought Chelsea level early in the second half, firing home a volley in the 48th minute after Robert Street had p...
EFL Trophy: Penalty drama as Harriman-Annous redeems himself in Arsenal's win against Newport
Published: September 24, 2025
Nigerian attacker Andre Harriman-Annous continued his fine run of form, scoring in back-to-back matches for the first time this season as Arsenal U21s came from behind to beat Newport County's senior side 2-1 in their Vertu Trophy opener on Tuesday night. The 17-year-old, who struck twice in Arsenal's last outing befo...
Wolverhampton Wanderers coach rates and slates Arokodare after first goal in English football
Published: September 24, 2025
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Vitor Pereira offered a mixed assessment of Tolu Arokodare after the Nigeria international netted his first goal in English football on Tuesday night.The deadline day signing from Racing Genk was on the scoresheet as Wolves defeated Everton 2-0 to advance to the fourth round of the Carab...
TEA time: Super Eagles striker Arokodare scores first goal in Wolverhampton Wanderers colours
Published: September 23, 2025
It was 'TEA time' at Molineux Stadium, a reference to Tolu Emmanuel Arokodare's initials, as the Super Eagles striker came off the bench to open his account for Wolverhampton Wanderers on Tuesday as they defeated Everton 2-0 in the Carabao Cup.The 24-year-old sealed the victory in the 87th minute, finishing neatly from...
Deadline day signing Chukwueze makes debut for Fulham in Carabao Cup win over Cambridge
Published: September 23, 2025
Samuel Chukwueze made his Fulham debut as the Cottagers sealed a 1-0 victory over Cambridge United in the Carabao Cup at Craven Cottage.The 26-year-old Nigerian winger, who joined on a season-long loan from AC Milan on deadline day, came on in the 60th minute to replace Adama Traoré. It was his first appearance for M...
Liverpool midfielder beats Iwobi to Premier League POTW as Fulham star's ranking is revealed
Published: September 23, 2025
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has been recognised among the Premier League’s best performers in Matchweek 5, finishing sixth in the official Player of the Matchweek fan poll.The Nigerian international earned six per cent of the total votes after registering a goal and an assist in Fulham’s 3-1 victory over Brentford...
Photo: After eight years at Charlton, Nigerian midfielder joins Arsenal on schoolboy deal
Published: September 23, 2025
Mishel Nduka's move to Arsenal is now done and dusted, with Gunners youth team guru Jeorge Bird reporting that the talented midfielder has been unveiled by the north London club after completing his transfer. By joining Arsenal on schoolboy terms, the Nigerian midfielder ended his eight-year association with Charlton ...
'I would love to rest Tosin' – Chelsea boss explains why Nigeria target may feature against Lincoln
Published: September 23, 2025
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Tosin Adarabioyo will remain a central figure in the Blues' defence ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup third-round clash against Lincoln City.The Italian tactician has revealed that the Nigeria target could be called upon to feature at the heart of the defence in the Carabao ...
'If Man Utd, Chelsea or Man City had scored that goal' – Spurs icon hails excellent Iwobi
Published: September 23, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur legend Glenn Hoddle has praised Alex Iwobi for his overall performance during Fulham's come-from-behind win over Brentford on Saturday, saying he was outstanding in all aspects of his game during the matchday five clash at Craven Cottage.Iwobi's exquisite assist stole the spotlight from the crucial go...
'Going to get minutes' – Fulham coach sends message to deadline day signing Chukwueze
Published: September 22, 2025
Fulham manager Marco Silva has confirmed that Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze could be in line to feature against Cambridge United in Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash.Chukwueze, who joined the Cottagers on loan from AC Milan on transfer deadline day, is yet to make his debut for the club since returning from international ...
Iwobi named in Whoscored PL TOTW alongside Everton, Nottingham Forest, Spurs players
Published: September 22, 2025
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has been rewarded for his standout performance in the west London derby with a place in WhoScored's Premier League Team of the Week.The Nigeria international played a decisive role as Fulham overturned a deficit to claim a 3-1 victory over Brentford at Craven Cottage on matchday five.Iwobi ...
Nigerian midfielder confirms Charlton Athletic departure ahead of move to Arsenal Academy
Published: September 22, 2025
Talented midfielder of Nigerian descent Mishel Nduka has taken to social media to announce his departure from Charlton Athletic.Although Nduka has not revealed his next destination, it has been widely reported that he is heading to Arsenal's Hale End Academy, where he will continue his development.The Gunners have pull...
BBC PL TOTW: Fulham ace Iwobi named in midfield alongside Liverpool, Leeds, Man Utd stars
Published: September 22, 2025
Alex Iwobi has earned a spot in the BBC Premier League Team of the Week, joining stars from Liverpool, Manchester United and Leeds United in a four-man midfield after an outstanding display on Matchday 5.The list, selected by former Watford striker Troy Deeney, also features players from Burnley, Crystal Palace, Bourne...