Costly slip: UCL-winning midfielder, ex-Man City coach blame Ola Aina for Brentford's first goal
Published: May 02, 2025
After defeat to Manchester City in the semifinals of the Emirates FA Cup, Nottingham Forest couldn't take advantage of their game in hand, losing 2-0 to Brentford in a Premier League encounter at the City Ground on Thursday night. Goals from cap-tied Germany international of Nigerian descent Kevin Schade and Congolese...
What Tosin said after Chelsea's win, CB involved in heated confrontation with Djurgarden midfielder
Published: May 02, 2025
Tosin Adarabioyo took to social media to celebrate Chelsea's 4-1 rout of Swedish opponents Djurgarden in a UEFA Conference League semifinal showdown at the Stockholm Arena on Thursday night.The Nigeria Football Federation target partnered Benoit Badiashile at centre-back, with Josh Acheampong and Marc Cucurella filling...
Former Everton defender: Lewis-Potter had 'real problems' against Nottingham Forest fullback Ola Aina
Published: May 01, 2025
Former Everton defender Andy Hinchcliffe has stated that Brentford's Keane Lewis-Potter endured a difficult night against Nigerian fullback Ola Aina in Forest's 2-0 loss against the Bees at the City Ground on Thursday.Aina, returning from a month-long injury layoff, was reinstated in the starting XI despite strong rece...
'Good enough' - Former Wrexham midfielder reckons NFF target Okonkwo is Championship quality
Published: May 01, 2025
Former Wrexham midfielder Waynne Phillips believes Arthur Okonkwo is good enough to play in the EFL Championship.In another fairytale season, history was made in English football as Wrexham became the first team in England's top five divisions to ever earn back-to-back-to-back promotions.As Wrexham prepare for life in ...
Jacob Murphy: Forward wanted by Nigeria battles Liverpool and Wolves stars, 3 others for PL POTM
Published: May 01, 2025
Jacob Murphy's superb performances have earned him a nomination for the Premier League Player of the Month award for April 2025, the league announced on Thursday.The English-born left winger is among the dual-national players being tracked by Nigeria coach Eric Chelle ahead of the resumption of the 2026 World Cup quali...
Chido Obi travels with Man Utd: The reason behind his surprise trip despite ineligibility v Athletic Club
Published: May 01, 2025
Denmark U21 international of Nigerian descent, Chido Obi, was a surprise inclusion in Manchester United's travelling squad to Bilbao for the first leg of their Europa League semifinal against Athletic Club. The former Arsenal schoolboy will not be available for selection in Thursday's Europa League match against Athle...
Southampton's Oyekunle equals Man Utd striker Chido Obi's record as U18 PL all-time top scorer
Published: May 01, 2025
Southampton goal machine Nicholas Oyekunle has equaled Chido Obi's all-time goal-scoring record in the U18 Premier League, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Oyekunle put his name on the score sheet as Southampton defeated Reading 3-0 in an U18 Premier League fixture on Wednesday, April 30.Four minutes into the second half, ...
'I heard the news' - Felix Agu responds to release clause rumours amid Fulham, West Ham links
Published: April 30, 2025
Felix Agu has reacted to speculation linking him with a departure from German Bundesliga outfit Werder Bremen this summer.English Premier League clubs West Ham and Fulham are reportedly monitoring Agu closely, with an eye on a potential move at the end of the 2024-2025 season.It has been suggested that the former Germa...
Buy before CWC or miss out: Dortmund's full deal for Chelsea loanee Chukwuemeka faces deadline
Published: April 30, 2025
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly facing a tight deadline to secure the permanent signing of Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka, following the revelation of a looming expiration date in the player’s loan agreement.The 21-year-old, who joined the German club on loan during the January transfer window, has rejuvenate...
Chelsea's youngest Nigerian scorer in European competition in travelling squad to face Djurgarden
Published: April 30, 2025
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has taken two London-born Nigerian players to Sweden ahead of Thursday's Conference League semi-final first leg against Djurgarden.Tyrique George and Tosin Adarabioyo are set to be named in the matchday squad for tomorrow's game in the Swedish capital, with both players already in Sweden wi...
Newcastle forward tracked by Eric Chelle named in Premier League Team of the Month
Published: April 30, 2025
After his impressive performances in April, Newcastle United forward Jacob Murphy has been named in the Team of the Month by football stats platform WhoScored.com.Murphy is among the dual-national players being tracked by Nigeria manager Eric Chelle ahead of the resumption of the 2026 World Cup qualifying matches. How...
'They see Osimhen as a saviour' - Turkish pundit says Man Utd fans are buzzing over Nigeria striker
Published: April 30, 2025
Renowned Turkish football pundit Ali Ece has praised Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, describing him as a transformational player capable of leading Galatasaray to new heights. Speaking on the Vole YouTube channel, Ece said Osimhen’s impact is already being felt during his loan spell at the Turkish giants.“Galatas...
Crystal Palace open to selling powerful striker who trained with the Flying Eagles in 2023
Published: April 30, 2025
Thirteen years after joining Crystal Palace, Ademola Ola-Adebomi is being linked with a permanent departure from the Premier League club.Described as a powerful centre-forward by Crystal Palace's official website, Ola-Adebomi was among the dual-national players that trained with the Flying Eagles before the 2023 Africa...
UCL: Nwaneri late sub, Butler-Oyedeji benched as Arsenal lose to Paris Saint-Germain
Published: April 29, 2025
Nigerian-eligible midfielder Ethan Nwaneri made a late appearance while Nathan Butler-Oyedeji remained an unused substitute as Arsenal suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in a Champions League semifinal clash at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night.Ethan Nwaneri came on in the final minutes of the matc...
Ola Aina fitness race continues: Nottingham Forest to assess Super Eagles star pre-Brentford
Published: April 29, 2025
Speaking at Tuesday's pre-match press conference before his side's Premier League clash against Brentford at the City Ground, Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espírito Santo says his squad is being carefully assessed following a physically demanding FA Cup semifinal game against Manchester City this past weekend.One of tho...