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...
Update on Chelsea midfielder Ugochukwu's proposed move to PL newcomers Burnley
Published: August 06, 2025
France U23 international of Nigerian descent Lesley Ugochukwu is edging closer to sealing a move to Premier League newcomers Burnley, though the transfer is yet to be finalised.According to The Athletic's David Ornstein, Burnley have reached an agreement with Chelsea for the promising midfielder, with a five-year deal ...
'Grateful to Arsenal' – Iwobi cites Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly as he praises club's youth system
Published: August 06, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has paid a heartfelt tribute to Arsenal, expressing gratitude to the North London club for shaping his football career and for continuing to produce exceptional young talents like Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly.In an interview with The Guardian, Iwobi, who came through Arsenal's...
Transfer imminent: Nigeria's top tackler in PL history on the brink of leaving Leicester City
Published: August 06, 2025
Besiktas are on the brink of finalizing a deal to sign Nigerian's top tackler in Premier League history, Wilfred Ndidi from Leicester City.According to the official website of the Premier League, no Nigerian player has recorded more tackles in the competition's history than Ndidi, who has amassed a total of 779 tackles...
Goal and assist for Dessers as Rangers thrash Viktoria Plzen in UCL third qualifying round
Published: August 05, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers delivered a stellar performance on Tuesday evening, scoring and providing an assist as Rangers defeated Viktoria Plzen 3-0 in the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round first leg clash at Ibrox Stadium.Dessers, who has been linked with a move away from Ibrox Stadium, set up the...
Sixth Nigerian departure: 2019 Golden Eaglets invitee leaves Crystal Palace for Blackpool
Published: August 05, 2025
With a statement on the official website, EFL League One club Blackpool have announced the signing of 2019 Golden Eaglets invitee Malcolm Ebiowei.By signing a two-year deal with the Seasiders, who have a club option for the 2027-2028 season, Ebiowei has ended his three-year association with Premier League side Crystal ...
'I'm going to help Arsenal' – Wright wants Everton, Fulham, Leicester alum Lookman back in PL
Published: August 05, 2025
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has made a passionate case for the Gunners to bring Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman back to the Premier League, declaring the Nigerian star could be the final piece in Mikel Arteta’s title-chasing puzzle. Wright expressed deep admiration for Lookman’s transformation in Italy and urged Ar...