'Tough match' - Inter Milan loanee Akinsanmiro reacts after winning MOTM in Tuscan derby
Published: September 29, 2025
Pisa midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro has expressed delight after being named man of the match in his side’s hard-fought draw against Fiorentina in the Tuscany derby on Sunday.The 20-year-old produced a standout display in midfield, earning plaudits for his performance as Pisa played a goalless draw at the Stadio Rome...
Gift Orban denied by the crossbar and VAR as Hellas Verona fall to Roma
Published: September 28, 2025
Gift Orban was denied a late lifeline for Hellas Verona as VAR ruled out his stoppage-time strike in a 2-0 defeat to Roma on Sunday.The Nigerian forward thought he had pulled one back for Verona in the 94th minute, rising high to challenge for a cross before bundling the ball into the net.Initial celebrations were cut ...
'A smart guy' - Atalanta coach hails 17yo defender Ahanor after display against Juventus
Published: September 28, 2025
Atalanta coach Ivan Juric expressed both pride and caution after his team’s 1-1 draw with Juventus, reserving special praise for 17-year-old defender Honest Ahanor. The teenager, signed from Genoa during the summer transfer window, delivered a commanding display that underlined his growing reputation.Juric admitted ...
'One wanted to leave' - Di Marzio highlights key difference between Lookman and Vlahovic transfer sagas
Published: September 27, 2025
Gianluca Di Marzio, the renowned transfer market reporter, has shed fresh light on the situation surrounding Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, insisting the Nigerian's case cannot be compared to that of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic.Speaking to Sky Sport, Di Marzio reflected on the summer saga that saw Lookman strong...
Atalanta coach confirms Lookman trained with Primavera squad before first team return
Published: September 26, 2025
Atalanta manager Ivan Juric has disclosed that Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman was temporarily dropped to train with the club’s youth side before being reinstated into the first team.The Nigerian International was excluded from senior training during the summer after attempting to force a move to Serie A rivals Inte...
'Surprising me in a positive way' - Ex-Parma forward praises Gift Orban's early impact at Verona
Published: September 25, 2025
Former Italian striker Andrea Pisanu, who enjoyed a long Serie A career with clubs including Verona, Parma, and Bologna, has expressed admiration for Gift Orban’s early impact at Hellas Verona. Pisanu highlighted the young striker’s energy, commitment, and promising performances in Italy’s top flight.Gift Orban ...
'Soap opera with Inter didn't work out' – Transfer guru provides update on Lookman's Atalanta future
Published: September 22, 2025
Ademola Lookman made his long-awaited return to the pitch for Atalanta, coming on in the closing minutes against Torino, a move that confirmed coach Ivan Juric now considers the Nigerian winger fully reintegrated into the squad.Transfer market expert Matteo Moretto reported that Atalanta have taken a clear stance on Lo...
Fifa U20 WC: Italy include Juventus, Atalanta, Bologna starlets of Nigerian descent in squad
Published: September 22, 2025
Italy U20 manager Carmine Nunziata has unveiled his 21-man squad for the upcoming 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, with three players of Nigerian descent included in the travelling party.Bologna loanee Wisdom Amey, Atalanta defender Javison Osarumwense Idele and Juventus forward Okoro have all been handed call-ups for...
'He spoke with me and the team' – Atalanta coach confirms rift with Lookman is over
Published: September 21, 2025
Atalanta coach Ivan Juric has praised Ademola Lookman following his return to action in the club's 3-0 Serie A victory over Torino. The Nigerian forward came on in the 87th minute, marking his first appearance of the season after uncertainty surrounding his future during the summer transfer window.Juric addressed Look...
Lookman makes season debut, Ahanor subbed in as Atalanta thrash Anjorin's Torino
Published: September 21, 2025
Ademola Lookman made his long-awaited season debut as Atalanta secured an emphatic 3-0 victory away to Faustino Anjorin's Torino in Serie A on Sunday afternoon.The reigning African Footballer of the Year was introduced in the 87th minute, replacing Kamaldeen Sulemana, to mark his first appearance of the campaign after ...
'Never seen anything like it' – Juventus coach furious over Gift Orban's escape from red card
Published: September 21, 2025
Juventus head coach Igor Tudor has hit out at referee Antonio Rapuano after his side were held to a 1-1 draw by Hellas Verona at the Marcantonio Bentegodi on Saturday.The controversy centered on Nigerian striker Gift Orban, who not only equalized for Verona from the penalty spot but also escaped a red card after elbowi...
'Available tomorrow' – Juric confirms Lookman is back in Atalanta squad for Torino clash
Published: September 20, 2025
Atalanta coach Ivan Juric has confirmed that Ademola Lookman is back in contention for selection as the club prepares to face Torino in Serie A on Sunday.Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Saturday, Juric provided an update on the Nigerian forward, who recently rejoined first-team training after a prolonged ...
'Disappearing, going to a resort' – Transfer guru accuses Lookman's entourage of misguided advice
Published: September 19, 2025
Transfer market expert Alfredo Pedullà has launched a scathing assessment of Ademola Lookman’s recent conduct, accusing the Nigerian forward’s entourage of steering him down the wrong path during a turbulent summer at Atalanta.Speaking on his YouTube channel, Pedullà contrasted Lookman’s actions with the calm p...
Lookman returns to team training, makes himself available for Atalanta's trip to Torino
Published: September 18, 2025
Ademola Lookman has rejoined Atalanta's first-team training, making himself available for selection ahead of Sunday's Serie A trip to Torino.The 27-year-old forward, who had been absent from group activities since the summer, took part in his first full session with Ivan Juric’s side on Thursday morning at Zingonia.�...
'We talked to him' – Juric insists Atalanta are focused on PSG not Lookman scandal
Published: September 17, 2025
Atalanta coach Ivan Juric has sought to quell speculation surrounding Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman as the club prepares for their UEFA Champions League group stage opener against Paris Saint-Germain. Speaking to Sky Sport on the eve of the high-profile fixture, Juric insisted that the situation is being handled wit...