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'They asked me to wait' – Lazio coach addresses Dele-Bashiru's potential Afcon call-up
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'They asked me to wait' – Lazio coach addresses Dele-Bashiru's potential Afcon call-up

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has offered fresh insight into the uncertainty surrounding Fisayo Dele-Bashiru's potential call-up to the Super Eagles ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Dele-Bashiru has been sidelined for the past two months, missing Nigeria's last four games, including 2026 World Cup qualifiers and playoff fixtures, due to a long-term injury. The 24-year-old only recently returned to full training, but his lack of match fitness has raised questions about his readiness for international duty.Speaking ahead of Lazio's weekend clash, Sarri revealed he had been asked to ho...

November 24, 2025
Echiejile Makes HJK Helsinki Debut, Bags Assist
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Echiejile Makes HJK Helsinki Debut, Bags Assist

Super Eagles defender Elderson Echiejile marked his official debut for HJK Helsinki with an assist in Tuesday’s 1-1 draw at home in the Stadin derby against HIFK in a Finnish Veikkausliiga clash...

Apr 24, 2019
U17 AFCON Nigeria Press Conference : Every Word On Guinea, Complaint By Senegal, Tough Group A & More
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U17 AFCON Nigeria Press Conference : Every Word On Guinea, Complaint By Senegal, Tough Group A & More

Nigeria U17 assistant coach Baruwa Olatunji and midfielder Mayowa Abayomi faced the cameras ahead of Wednesday's Africa U17 Cup of Nations semifinal showdown against Guinea at the National Stadium, Da...

Apr 24, 2019
Will Belgian-Born Striker Cyriel Dessers Ever Get His Chance With Nigeria?
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Will Belgian-Born Striker Cyriel Dessers Ever Get His Chance With Nigeria?

Belgian-born and FC Utrecht forward Cyriel Dessers' international future remains in darkness despite revealing his desire to feature for Super Eagles two years ago.The 24-year-old revealed to allniger...

Apr 23, 2019
Hammarby Confirm Interest In Golden Eaglets Star Amoo, But Deny He Has Signed Contract
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Hammarby Confirm Interest In Golden Eaglets Star Amoo, But Deny He Has Signed Contract

Swedish Allsvenskan side Hammarby have confirmed their interest in Nigeria U17 international Akinkunmi Amoo but have strongly denied that the attacking midfielder has signed a contract. Allnigerias...

Apr 23, 2019
U17 AFCON : Golden Eaglets Coaches Forcing Injured 'Little Messi' To Play Against Guinea
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U17 AFCON : Golden Eaglets Coaches Forcing Injured 'Little Messi' To Play Against Guinea

Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Sidos FC wonderkid Akinkunmi Amoo is an injury worry for the Golden Eaglets ahead of the semifinal showdown with Guinea at the U17 Africa Cup of Nations. Golde...

Apr 23, 2019
Uganda Coach Names The Most Talented Golden Eaglets Player In 2019 U17 AFCON
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Uganda Coach Names The Most Talented Golden Eaglets Player In 2019 U17 AFCON

Uganda U17 coach Samuel Kwesi Fabin has singled out one Golden Eaglets player for special praise following his imperious displays at the ongoing U17 Africa Cup of Nations. Fabin selected Sidos FC w...

Apr 23, 2019
Trabzonspor's Anthony Nwakaeme Named Player Of The Week In Turkey
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Trabzonspor's Anthony Nwakaeme Named Player Of The Week In Turkey

Nigerian striker Anthony Nwakaeme has been named Player of the Week for game week 29 of the Turkish Super Lig by Whoscored.com. Regarded as Nigeria's most in-form footballer playing for a top divis...

Apr 23, 2019
Juventus Super Kid Eligible For Nigeria Starts Training With Italy U20 Ahead Of 2019 World Cup
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Juventus Super Kid Eligible For Nigeria Starts Training With Italy U20 Ahead Of 2019 World Cup

Juventus super kid of Nigerian descent Paolo Gozzi Iweru could face Nigeria in the round of 16 of the 2019 FIFA U20 World Cup which begins next month in Poland. The Torino-born left-footed central...

Apr 23, 2019
Former Super Eagles Striker Dombraye Tips Nigeria For AFCON Success
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Former Super Eagles Striker Dombraye Tips Nigeria For AFCON Success

Former Iwuanyanwu Nationale (now Heartland) and retired Nigeria striker Eddy Dombraye believes the Super Eagles will be unstoppable at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt this summer and the playe...

Apr 22, 2019
Three Reasons Why 'New Aubameyang', Okereke Should Move To Either England Or Spain Next Season
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Three Reasons Why 'New Aubameyang', Okereke Should Move To Either England Or Spain Next Season

Super Eagles invitee David Okereke — dubbed the 'new Aubameyang' — is currently in the book of  Serie B outfit Spezia Calcio, and he's been an inspirational figure for the team.Since ...

Apr 22, 2019
Former Super Eagles Invitee Delighted To Get Off The Mark For Bordeaux
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Former Super Eagles Invitee Delighted To Get Off The Mark For Bordeaux

Former Sunderland starlet Josh Maja has spoken of his joy after opening his goalscoring account for Bordeaux although his strike could not prevent his team from losing 2-1 to Nimes at the Stade des Co...

Apr 22, 2019
Chelsea Send Club Legend Obi Mikel Birthday Wishes As Super Eagles Star Turns 32
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Chelsea Send Club Legend Obi Mikel Birthday Wishes As Super Eagles Star Turns 32

English Premier League side Chelsea have sent birthday greetings to their club legend, John Obi Mikel, who is celebrating his birthday today. Born on April 22, 1987 in Jos, the defensive midfielder...

Apr 22, 2019