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...
PL2: Chido Obi finds the net against Liverpool as Man Utd maintain 100 percent record
Published: September 21, 2025
Denmark U21 international of Nigerian descent Chido Obi continued his fine form as Manchester United claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over arch-rivals Liverpool in a Premier League 2 fixture at the Academy Training Ground in Merseyside on Sunday afternoon.The match began with tributes to former Liverpool Women's coach...
'Lovely ball' – Former England coach says Fulham star Iwobi is playing best football of his career
Published: September 21, 2025
Former England manager Glenn Hoddle has hailed Alex Iwobi's outstanding form for Fulham, saying the midfielder is playing the best football of his career at the moment. Iwobi was at his best at Craven Cottage on Saturday night as Marco Silva's side came from behind to beat Brentford 3-1 in the Premier League.A Josh Ki...
Wafcon-winning forward Babajide pays tribute to former Liverpool coach Matt Beard
Published: September 21, 2025
2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations-winning forward Rinsola Babajide has taken to social media to pay tribute to former Liverpool Women manager Matt Beard, who tragically passed away at the age of 47.Babajide played under Matt Beard at Liverpool, where she spent four years before sealing a permanent transfer to Real Bet...