Announcement imminent: Hearts defender Oyegoke agrees move to Verona
Published: January 27, 2025
Italian Serie A side Hellas Verona have pulled off a stunning transfer coup by winning the race for Hearts defender Daniel Oyegoke. The Nigerian-born right-back had been heavily linked with a move to Lecce, but Verona have hijacked the deal and secured Oyegoke's signature until 2028 with an option to extend to 2029. ...
'We controlled the game' - Calvin Bassey believes Fulham deserved more in defeat to Man Utd
Published: January 26, 2025
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey expressed disappointment after his side’s narrow 1-0 defeat to Manchester United at Craven Cottage, insisting that the hosts were unlucky not to secure at least a point.  Speaking to TNT Sports, Bassey reflected on the match, emphasizing Fulham’s dominance and lamenting missed opportu...
'Not a bad finish' - Aston Villa legend says Iwobi was unlucky not to score against Man Utd
Published: January 26, 2025
Fulham were beaten 1-0 by Manchester United in a Premier League clash at Craven Cottage on Sunday night, with two Nigeria internationals Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey going the distance for the Londoners.Despite the Red Devils not at their best, they secured all three points just like the opening day of the season, than...
Iwobi's brilliance not enough in Fulham's loss to Manchester United; Bassey plays full game
Published: January 26, 2025
Alex Iwobi showcased a spirited performance in Fulham's narrow 1-0 defeat to Manchester United in their Premier League encounter at Craven Cottage. Both Iwobi and his Nigeria international teammate Calvin Bassey played the entire game, though the Cottagers let in a late goal, missing out on a clean sheet.Despite the r...
'The guy is on fire' - Ex-Man City CB Onuoha sees shades of Arsenal legend in Newcastle's Isak
Published: January 26, 2025
Former Manchester City central defender Nedum Onuoha has lavished praise on Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, comparing the Swedish international to Arsenal legend Thierry Henry. Speaking on BBC's Final Score while analyzing Newcastle's 3-1 victory over Southampton, Onuoha highlighted Isak's impressive performa...
'We've had a bid'- Hearts coach confirms Nigerian RB who spent four years at Arsenal nearing exit
Published: January 25, 2025
Speaking after his side's 3-2 win against Kilmarnock on Saturday, Hearts manager Neil Critchley confirmed that Barnet-born Nigerian right-back Daniel Oyegoke is nearing a departure from the Jam Tarts.Oyegoke was on the books of Arsenal for four years before joining Brentford, from where he moved to Hearts in the summer...
Southampton boss Juric explains why Onuachu started in defeat to Newcastle United
Published: January 25, 2025
Southampton manager Ivan Juric has opened up about his decision to start Nigerian international Paul Onuachu in Saturday’s Premier League clash against Newcastle United at St. Mary’s Stadium.  Onuachu, who played the entire match, could not prevent the Saints from falling to a 3-1 defeat, despite scoring the first...
Who deserves the Premier League title? Onuoha picks his favourite between Arsenal and Liverpool
Published: January 25, 2025
Former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha has weighed in on the Premier League title race, tipping Liverpool as the deserving favourites to lift the trophy this season.  Onuoha, who didn't win the Premier league title as a player, shared his views on BBC's Final Score program, highlighting Liverpool's dominance and...
Son of ex-Gombe United star scores wonder goal as Chelsea team coached by Nigerian beat Brighton
Published: January 25, 2025
Chizaram Ezenwata scored the pick of the goals as Chelsea defeated Brighton & Hove 4-3 in an U18 Premier League encounter at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre in West Sussex on Saturday afternoon, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.A center forward by trade, Chizzy is the son of ex-Gombe United star Ndub...
'It’s unreal' - U21s coach reacts to Butler-Oyedeji making his first team debut for Arsenal
Published: January 25, 2025
Arsenal U21s coach Mehmet Ali was full of praise for Nigerian forward Nathan Butler-Oyedeji following his first team debut for the Gunners in a Champions League encounter against Dinamo Zagreb on Wednesday, January 22.Wearing the number 37 on the back of his jersey, Butler-Oyedeji hopped off the bench to replace Gabrie...
After signing new deal with Chelsea, son of Nigeria's 1994 World Cup star makes PL2 debut
Published: January 25, 2025
Fresh from signing a new contract at Chelsea, Landon Emenalo made his Premier League 2 debut on Friday night as the development squad suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Southampton.This week, the versatile tri-national midfielder, who is eligible to represent the United States, England and Nigeria national teams, pu...
Sheffield Wednesday eyes Nottingham Forest's Nigeria forward with 12 career goals in PL
Published: January 24, 2025
Championship outfit Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly eyeing Nigeria national teamer Emmanuel Dennis as a potential signing in the winter transfer market.According to The Star, Sheffield Wednesday are in the market for a striker before the close of the January transfer window, and one name being considered to bolster ...
Leicester boss Ruud van Nistelrooy provides fitness update on Ndidi pre-Tottenham Hotspur
Published: January 24, 2025
Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has provided a glimmer of hope for Foxes fans with an encouraging update on Wilfred Ndidi's injury recovery ahead of their crucial Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur.The Nigerian international suffered the injury during a Premier League fixture against Brighton & H...
Serie A club enquire about Leicester winger eligible to play for both Nigeria and England
Published: January 24, 2025
Serie A side Lecce have emerged as one of the clubs vying for the signature of Leicester City’s highly-rated young winger, Laolu Omobolaji, according to BBC Sport's news reporter Nizaar Kinsella.The 17-year-old, who has been a standout performer for Leicester City's U18 squad, is reportedly in talks over a contract r...
From dreams to reality: Tottenham starlet sends message to Olusesi after pro debut v Hoffenheim
Published: January 24, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur's young forward Mikey Moore has revealed the heartfelt message he shared with his teammate Callum Olusesi ahead of the young midfielder's senior debut during Spurs' 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim on Thursday night.Olusesi, who replaced James Maddison late in the game, made a memorable debut for the senio...