Why Aribo missed Southampton's come-from-behind win against Okonkwo's Wrexham
Published: August 09, 2025
Joe Aribo was absent from the matchday squad as Southampton staged a dramatic late comeback to defeat Wrexham 2-1 in their opening fixture of the new Championship season.Speaking ahead of the match, Saints manager Will Still revealed that both Aribo and Manchester City academy graduate Samuel Edozie were deliberately l...
'Even Tosin can do the job' – Chelsea legend Leboeuf backs 27yo to step up after Colwill's injury
Published: August 09, 2025
Chelsea legend Frank Leboeuf has tipped 27-year-old central defender Tosin Adarabioyo to step into the void left by the injured Levi Colwill ahead of the 2025/26 season.Colwill, a standout performer in the Blues’ backline last term, suffered a devastating anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during training shortl...
Arsenal boss Arteta runs the rule over Ibrahim ahead of Emirates Cup clash v Athletic Club
Published: August 09, 2025
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta assessed promising Nigerian midfielder Ibrahim during the club's final training session ahead of their Emirates Cup clash against Athletic Club.According to youth football expert Jeorge Bird, the 17-year-old trained with the first team at the Sobha Realty Training Centre in London Colney on...
Boniface pocketed by Tosin as Chelsea beat Bayer Leverkusen; Tella and George start
Published: August 08, 2025
Chelsea kicked off their 2025/26 preseason with a 2–0 win over Bayer Leverkusen, as Tosin Adarabioyo produced a commanding defensive display to nullify Victor Boniface.Brazilian wonderkid Estêvão Willian broke the deadlock in the first half, calmly slotting home to give the Blues the lead in the 17th minute.João P...
Nwaneri stays: Arsenal confirm midfielder on Eric Chelle's radar has signed new long-term deal
Published: August 08, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, Arsenal have confirmed that Ethan Nwaneri has signed a new long-term contract.The Gunners have ensured one of their standout youngsters remains at the Emirates, putting an end to speculation over a potential move to other leading European clubs.Nwaneri, who joined Arsenal’...
Confirmed: Forward eligible for Nigeria, Ghana, England, Lebanon signs new Arsenal contract
Published: August 08, 2025
Through a statement on the official website, Arsenal have confirmed that quad-national forward Andre Harriman-Annous has signed his first professional contract with the Premier League club.Seven months after celebrating his 17th birthday, the highly-rated teenager put pen to paper on a new deal, marking another milesto...
Arsenal see second sister depart as teenage Nigerian striker cuts ties with European champions
Published: August 08, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com has been told that Nigeria-eligible player Ayomide Junaid has brought her time at Arsenal Women to an end, just months after her sister Omotara's exit.The teenage striker parted ways with the European champions this summer and recently travelled  to the United States with her brother, Tolu Junaid,...
Chelsea reveal 2025-2026 squad numbers for Tosin and George ahead of PL opener
Published: August 08, 2025
Ahead of their Premier League opener versus Crystal Palace, Chelsea have officially confirmed their squad numbers for the 2025-2026 season, with Nigerian-eligible pair Tosin Adarabioyo and Tyrique George handed numbers. Tosin, who arrived at Stamford Bridge from Fulham on a free transfer in the summer of 2024, will re...
'Promising for him' – Liverpool coach Slot urges patience with Ngumoha amid pre-season hype
Published: August 08, 2025
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has emphasized the importance of carefully managing Rio Ngumoha and other emerging talents at the club following their impressive performances in pre-season.Ngumoha, who arrived from Chelsea last year, made a strong impression this summer by scoring three goals across matches against Stoke C...
West Ham confirm 2025–2026 squad number for Nigeria-eligible wing-back
Published: August 08, 2025
Premier League side West Ham United have announced the men’s first-team squad numbers for the 2025–26 season, with Nigerian-eligible defender Emeka Adiele among the development squad players handed a number.The 18-year-old's inclusion suggests he is in contention to make his senior debut for the Hammers in the fort...
'So talented' – Osayi-Samuel says Arsenal target Eze is good enough to play for a PL-winning team
Published: August 07, 2025
Birmingham City fullback Bright Osayi-Samuel has heaped praise on Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, claiming the England international is good enough to play for a Premier League title-winning side.Eze, who has been heavily linked with a summer move to Arsenal, continues to attract interest following a string of stando...
Chelsea coach Maresca reveals how he found about Ugochukwu's transfer to Burnley
Published: August 07, 2025
Enzo Maresca has admitted he only found out about Lesley Ugochukwu’s Burnley transfer when the club’s media officer informed him.The 2025 Fifa Club World Cup-winning manager made it clear that he is not involved in transfer exit discussions and instead relies on club staff for updates.Ugochukwu's transfer to Burnle...
Done deal: Nephew of former Super Eagles defender joins Burnley from Chelsea
Published: August 06, 2025
Through the official website, Premier League new boys Burnley have announced the signing of highly-rated midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu from Chelsea, marking their seventh addition of the summer transfer window.The 21-year-old, who is the nephew of former Super Eagles defender Onyekachi Apam, completed his move to Turf Mo...
Southampton midfielder Aribo not keen on following Ndidi, Uduokhai and Abraham to Besiktas
Published: August 06, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Joe Aribo is not keen on joining Turkish giants Besiktas despite interest from the club, following Southampton's relegation to the Championship. The Black Eagles, now under the leadership of Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjær, have been active in the transfer market this summer, rein...
Arsenal 2-3 Villarreal: Nwaneri features, Harriman-Annous benched, Lagos-born forward scores
Published: August 06, 2025
Arsenal fell 3-2 to Villarreal in a pre-season friendly at the Emirates Stadium, with Nigerian-eligible midfielder Ethan Nwaneri featuring for 62 minutes and fellow Nigerian-eligible youngster Andre Harriman-Annous an unused substitute.Villarreal opened the scoring in the 16th minute when Nicolas Pépé reacted quickes...