Arsenal Target Henry Unfazed by Presence Of Iheanacho, Iwobi; Eyes Competitive Debut Vs RSA
Published: June 03, 2017
Arsenal linked striker Henry Onyekuru is targeting his competitive Super Eagles debut when they trade tackles with South Africa in an African Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo in a week's time.If the Eupen wonderkid does well in training, manager Gernot Rohr may be tempted to field him from the very beginning against Baf...
Nigeria International, Who Played On Same Team As Man Utd's Juan Mata, Banned In The USA
Published: June 03, 2017
Nigeria international Sunday Stephen has been suspended for one game and issued an undisclosed fine by the Disciplinary Committee of Major League Soccer.The central midfielder was punished for an incident that occurred during the 54th minute of Salt Lake's game against Houston Dynamo on May 31 in which he endangered th...
Ex-Super Eagles Manager Explains Why He Called Up Omoijuanfo To Norway Senior Team
Published: June 03, 2017
Nigeria are set to miss out on the services of former Manchester City trialist Ohi Omoijuanfo, with Norway national team manager Lars Lagerbäck handing him a maiden call-up for the World Cup qualifier against Czech Republic and the friendly against Sweden in June.The former Super Eagles World Cup manager has explained...
Man Utd's Nigerian Defender, Dubbed The New Dani Alves, Disappointed Not To Feature In World Cup
Published: June 03, 2017
Highly-rated Nigerian defender Matthew Olosunde, 19, has spoken of his joy after Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho named him in his provisional roster for Premier League matches against Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur towards the end of last season.The right wing-back did not eventually dress for both games held in...
Arsenal Whizzkid Nwakali Expecting Super Eagles Coach Rohr To Ring Him Up
Published: June 03, 2017
Arsenal wonderkid Kelechi Nwakali is dismayed over his snub by Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr, and is expecting the German to consider him when he names future national team rosters.To call a spade a spade, the Nigeria U20 skipper might be shipped out on loan by the Gunners for a second consecutive season because he do...
Man City Tell Iheanacho He's Surplus To Requirements, West Ham In Talks With Agent
Published: June 03, 2017
The future of Africa's Most Promising Talent, Kelechi Iheanacho is not at Manchester City, with manager Pep Guardiola informing the Nigeria international he's surplus to requirements ahead of pre-season training.Despite being linked with a move to a couple of big teams abroad like Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortm...
NFF Pleads : No Sentiment In Dropping Of Moses From Latest Roster, Has To Obey Chelsea
Published: June 02, 2017
The Nigeria Football Federation have pleaded with Nigerians that they should take the omission of Chelsea wing-back Victor Moses from the squad that will face South Africa in good faith.There are speculations in the media that Moses withdrew from the squad before it was announced at the end of last month because of a d...
Ex-Flying Eagles Defender On The Radar Of Ascoli, Bari And Perugia
Published: June 02, 2017
Three Italian Serie B clubs are plotting a move for ex-Nigeria U20 international Daniel Adejo in the summer transfer window, according to reports.Tuttomercatoweb.com says the defender is on the radar of Ascoli, Bari and Perugia, having recently terminated his contract with Vicenza.Adejo is a product of Reggina and has ...
Onyekuru Confirms Interest From Arsenal, Club Legend Henry Is His Idol
Published: June 02, 2017
Newly capped Nigeria national-teamer Henry Onyekuru has confirmed that Arsenal are among the teams interested in his signature in the summer transfer window, and is hopeful of making a decision on his next step after the African Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa.The Eupen frontman has professed his love for...
Sunderland's Nigerian Wonderkid Picked In Sweden Team For U21 EURO
Published: June 02, 2017
Sunderland wonderkid of Nigerian heritage Joel Asoro has been selected in the Swedish squad for this summer's UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Poland.The 18-year-old, who is the youngest-ever player of Nigerian descent to feature in the English Premier League, made his debut for Sweden U21s in their 1-1 draw with...
Reading's Toluwa Sotonye Invited To England Squad Ahead Of Four Nations Tournament
Published: June 02, 2017
England Futsal coach Michael Skubala has named a 14-man squad for the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in China, with a player of Nigerian descent selected.Reading star Toluwa Sotonye has been handed an opportunity to add to his international caps for the Three Lions.The former Sheffield player was first invited to Eng...
Official : Popular Lagos-Born Defender Extends Maidstone United Contract
Published: June 02, 2017
With a statement on their official website, Maidstone United have announced that Lagos-born defender Magnus Okuonghae has penned a new contract with the Vanarama National League club.Okuonghae initially joined Maidstone United in February and started their last five games of the season in the division.A product of Fulh...
FA Cup Kings Arsenal Hail Their Nigerian Wonderkid After Heroics Against Togo
Published: June 02, 2017
FA Cup winners Arsenal were delighted with the performance of their winger Alex Iwobi in the Super Eagles 3- 0 hammering of Togo on Thursday, June 1.The Hale End Academy provided the two assists for both goals scored by Leicester City striker Ahmed Musa in the first half. Iwobi posted on Twitter : ''Delighted With The ...
Akpeyi Reveals When He'll Report For International Duty, Super Eagles Check Out Of Hotel
Published: June 02, 2017
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Chippa United glovesman Daniel Akpeyi is still in South Africa, about a week after the conclusion of the South African Premier Division.The Super Eagles goalkeeper has revealed that he will link up with his international teammates in Abuja this coming weekend ahead of the crucial A...
Newcastle United On Brink Of Deal For Chelsea's Nigerian Teenage Sensation
Published: June 02, 2017
Premier League newcomers Newcastle United are expected to wrap up a deal for Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham in the coming days, according to reports.Chronicle Live's Lee Ryder has reported that the Magpies are hopeful of completing a season-long loan deal for the England U21 international in the next 48 hours if everyth...