Watford Coach Full of Praise For Odion Ighalo
Published: January 30, 2016
Watford boss Quique Sanchez Flores had nothing but praise for Odion Ighalo after he hopped off the bench to net the game-winner against Nottingham Forest .The match was heading for a replay until the Nigeria national-teamer conjured up a winner, netting from close range in the 89th minute.“With Ighalo it looks ea...
Arsenal Loanee Chuba Akpom Buzzing After First Hat-trick
Published: January 30, 2016
Chuba Akpom was pleased to score his maiden hat-trick since turning professional in Hull City’s 3-1 win over Bury in the FA Cup on Saturday evening.The England youth-teamer has vowed not to rest on his laurels and hopes to celebrate scoring more goals as the season progresses.“Tough 3-1 win today, buzzing t...
Victor Moses Relishing The Prospect of Facing Liverpool In FA Cup
Published: January 30, 2016
Chelsea loanee Victor Moses is relishing the prospect of facing his old teammates at Liverpool in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Saturday evening.In his bid to get more playing opportunities prior to the 2014 World Cup, the winger was on loan at Anfield from The Blues during the 2013-2014 season, making 22 appearanc...
Agent Confirms Premier League Clubs Are Queuing Up For Ahmed Musa
Published: January 28, 2016
Ahmed Musa’s intermediary, Tony Harris, has confirmed that Leicester City and a couple of clubs in the English Premier League have made enquiries about the availability of the CSKA Moscow striker.But the London-based agent admitted that the Super Eagles skipper is likely to remain with the Muscovites because nego...
Kelechi Iheanacho Hails Manchester City Teammates And Fans
Published: January 28, 2016
Kelechi Iheanacho was an unused substitute as Manchester City advanced to the final of the Capital One Cup after beating Everton 3-1 on Wednesday night at the Etihad Stadium.City had to work their socks off before achieving victory and the Nigeria national - team acknowledged as much in his post-match comments and paid...
Fenerbahce Reject West Ham Bid For Emmanuel Emenike
Published: January 26, 2016
Fenerbahce have rejected an undisclosed bid from English Premier League club West Ham to sign Emmanuel Emenike as it did not meet their valuation of the Nigerian forward.According to Turkish daily Milliyet , the Yellow Canaries will weigh up other bids from the rest of the teams interested in the signature of the 28-ye...
Moses Odubajo Praises Hull City Fighting Spirit
Published: January 25, 2016
Moses Odubajo has said that Hull City showed their character and fighting spirit by grinding out a 1-0 win over Fulham in the latest round of games played in the Championship.The game at Craven Cottage was heading for a draw until Abel Hernandez converted a spot kick which was won by the Anglo-Nigerian in the 80th minu...
Arsenal Vs Chelsea : Obi Mikel Starts; Iwobi Watches From The Stands
Published: January 24, 2016
John Obi Mikel has been named in Chelsea’s starting XI for the Premier League clash between the defending champions and Arsenal at the Emirates, starting from 1700 hours Nigerian time.For the the fifth straight game in the top-flight, Nigeria international takes up the role of defensive midfielder alongside Serbi...
Mikel Impressed With Arsenal Rising Star Alex Iwobi
Published: January 24, 2016
Alex Iwobi has been tipped to succeed at Arsenal by skipper of the side Mikel Arteta who has been impressed with the teenager’s versatility in the games he has played this season.The Super Eagle has been involved in 7 first - team matches so far this season, including the Gunners last Premier League clash against...
Dele Alli Reflects On Wonder-Goal Against Crystal Palace
Published: January 24, 2016
Dele Alli has reflected on his wonder-goal against Crystal Palace in the English Premier League on Saturday afternoon.On 84 minutes, the England internationalist put Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 up; volleying in from the edge of the box after flicking the ball past Jedinak. “It was a bit of a natural thing. I didn&...
Premier League Wrap : Ighalo Back On The Goal Trail, Alli Nets Beauty; Odemwingie&Ibe Feature; Iheanacho&Moses Start From Bench
Published: January 23, 2016
Allnigeriasoccer.com reviews the performance of players of Nigerian descent in the English Premier League on Saturday.Super Eagles striker Victor Anichebe played the last 26 minutes of West Brom’s goalless draw with Aston Villa at the The Hawthorns. That was his fourth appearance in the league this term. Former E...
Premier League Wrap : Iheanacho Notches Assist; Mikel, Anichebe Play Full Game, Moses Returns
Published: January 16, 2016
Allnigeriasoccer.com reviews the performance of players of Nigerian descent in the English Premier League on game week 22. We start off at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea forced Everton to a 3 -3 draw. John Obi Mikel went the distance for the champions for the fourth consecutive game. England star Ross Barkley subbed ou...
Will Kelechi Iheanacho Score Against Crystal Palace For Third Straight Game?
Published: January 15, 2016
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has all but confirmed that Kelechi Iheanacho is in line to make his 16th appearance for the Citizens in all competitions when they tackle Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.Of the five goals the Nigerian talent has netted in English football, two came against The ...
Watford Frontman Odion Ighalo Named Premier League Player Of The Month
Published: January 15, 2016
Watford’s Nigeria international Odion Ighalo has been named the Premier League Player of the Month for December .The Hornets number 24 beat fellow nominees Mesut Ozil, Marko Arnautovic, Riyad Mahrez, Romelu Lukaku and Dele Alli to win the prestigious accolade for the first time in his career.Last month, Ighalo fo...
Premier League Wrap: Ibe Dazzles; Odemwingie Returns, Mikel, Ighalo, Alli &Barkley Play Full Game; Anichebe. Iheanacho & Iwobi Benched
Published: January 14, 2016
Allnigeriasoccer.com reviews the performance of players of Nigerian descent on match day 21 in the English Premier League.We start off at Anfield in a topsy-turvy game between homers Liverpool and table - toppers Arsenal. It finished 3 - 3.England U21 international Jordon Ibe was fresh for the whole of 90 minutes he wa...