'Hallmark of goal-getters' - Hoffenheim coach insists Gift Orban not dwelling on misses
Published: March 14, 2025
Hoffenheim coach Christian Ilzer has showered praise on Super Eagles striker Gift Orban, commending his strong mentality and determination to overcome challenges.Orban, who made a winter transfer to Hoffenheim, endured a tough spell with Lyon in Ligue 1 but has since rediscovered his scoring touch in the Bundesliga, ne...
2026 World Cup qualifiers: Sevilla blocked Akor Adams from getting first Nigeria call-up
Published: March 14, 2025
La Liga club Sevilla prevented Akor Adams from receiving his first ever Nigeria call-up for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda's Wasps and Zimbabwe's Warriors, according to reports.Adams and his Sevilla teammate, Chidera Ejuke, were originally named in the provisional squad but were later dropped fro...
'Not at his best' - Lazio coach gives honest verdict on Dele-Bashiru after injury comeback
Published: March 14, 2025
Lazio coach Marco Baroni provided an honest assessment of Dele-Bashiru following his return from injury in the team’s 1-1 draw against Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League.The match saw Lazio secure a spot in the quarter-finals for the first time in seven years, but it was the performance of Dele-Bashiru that caught t...
'Chelle was convinced' - Eguavoen reveals backstory behind Papa Daniel's first Super Eagles call-up
Published: March 14, 2025
Nigeria Football Federation's Technical Director Augustine Eguavoen has defended the inclusion of Papa Daniel Mustapha in the Nigeria squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda's Wasps and Zimbabwe's Warriors.Eguavoen stated that he, along with Eric Chelle and other NPFL coaches, closely mo...
UEL: St Mirren legend slams Dessers over intention to con referee into awarding a penalty
Published: March 14, 2025
St Mirren legend Steven Thompson has criticized Cyriel Dessers for allegedly attempting to deceive the referee into awarding a penalty during Rangers' UEFA Europa League clash with Fenerbahce.Dessers, who has been in top form since Barren Ferguson took charge as Rangers manager, played 67 minutes in the match but could...
'Not a bad team' - Eguavoen explains what's holding Arsenal back from Premier League title
Published: March 14, 2025
Former Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen has weighed in on Arsenal’s Premier League aspirations, suggesting that their success depends on the club’s objectives at the start of the season.For the third consecutive season under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal appear to have faltered in the Premier League title race, now tr...
Lazio midfielder Dele-Bashiru makes his comeback from injury after Super Eagles snub
Published: March 13, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru made his long-awaited return from injury as Lazio played out a 1-1 draw against Viktoria Plzen at the Stadio Olimpico on Thursday night in the UEFA Europa League.The 24-year-old, who had been sidelined since Lazio's goalless draw against Venezia in February due to an ankle in...
England squads announcement: Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool starlets among 8 Nigerians called up
Published: March 13, 2025
The English Football Association has announced the Young Lions and  Young Lionesses rosters ahead of international matches later this month, with eight Nigeria-eligible players getting invites. Manchester City midfielder Jane Oboavwoduo and Southampton forward Natasha Udebhulu have been included in the Young Lionesse...
'We know' - Osayi-Samuel warns Fenerbahce teammates to be ready for Rangers counter-attacks
Published: March 13, 2025
Super Eagles fullback Bright Osayi-Samuel has urged his Fenerbahce teammates to be more clinical and maintain ball possession as they prepare for their crucial UEFA Europa League encounter against Rangers at Ibrox Stadium.Osayi-Samuel missed the reverse fixture in Istanbul, where Rangers secured a commanding 3-1 victor...
Official: AS Trencin confirm Emmanuel Uchegbu has joined MLS club Charlotte FC
Published: March 13, 2025
Through official channels, Slovak First Football League club AS Trencin have announced that Nigerian forward Emmanuel Uchegbu has joined Major League Soccer club Charlotte FC.Allnigeriasoccer.com exclusively reported six days ago that the GBS Academy product put pen to paper on a multi-year contract with Charlotte FC f...
'Names no longer win matches' - Osimhen urges Super Eagles teammates to be switched on for WCQs
Published: March 13, 2025
Victor Osimhen has called on his Super Eagles teammates to be fully focused and committed as Nigeria prepares for their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The 26-year-old has emphasized the need for urgency, insisting that past achievements and talent alone will not guarantee success.The three-time African champ...
Germany squad announcement: Boost for Nigeria as Freiburg goalkeeper Atubolu left out
Published: March 13, 2025
The Nigeria Football Federation have received a boost in their pursuit of SC Freiburg star Noah Atubolu.Germany national team coach Julian Nagelsmann named his squad for the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals against four-time world champions and two-time European champions Italy on Thursday.The big news from a Nigerian...
No cause for alarm: Osimhen pictured training at Galatasaray after asking to be subbed off last game
Published: March 13, 2025
Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray’s star Nigerian striker, has allayed any fears over his fitness after being spotted in training following his request to be substituted in the team's 2-1 win over Alanyaspor on Sunday, March 9, 2025.Despite initial concerns regarding his health, the 26-year-old was seen participating in a ...
Three things to expect from Eric Chelle's Super Eagles ahead of Rwanda and Zimbabwe clashes
Published: March 13, 2025
Eric Chelle, the Malian tactician, is set to oversee his first games as the Super Eagles' head coach when Nigeria faces Rwanda and Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.The Super Eagles will first take on Rwanda in Kigali before returning home for a crucial encounter with Zimbabwe in Uyo.Both matches are vital...
Manchester City yet to table offer for Nottingham Forest fullback Ola Aina but there's interest
Published: March 13, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com has been told that Manchester City have not yet tabled an offer for Nottingham Forest fullback Ola Aina.The future of the Nigeria international has been the subject of speculation in recent months as he has less than four months left on his contract at the Reds.Despite being offered a new deal by N...