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Iwobi praises Nigeria debutants Fernandez and Nwaiwu, issues apology after red card v Jordan
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Iwobi praises Nigeria debutants Fernandez and Nwaiwu, issues apology after red card v Jordan

Alex Iwobi has revealed that he was impressed with the performances of debutants Emmanuel Fernandez and Chibuike Nwaiwu during the second half of Nigeria's 2-1 win over World Cup-bound Asian nation, Iran in an international friendly staged in Antalya, Turkey on March 27.The Super Eagles established a two-goal lead through strikes from Moses Simon and Akor Adams, before Iran reduced the deficit midway through the second half via Mehdi Taremi.Rangers star Fernandez came off the bench to replace Semi Ajayi at halftime, while Nwaiwu, who earned a late call-up following the withdrawal of Calvin Bas...

April 5, 2026
Nigeria Coach Calls Up Man City Starlet Iheanacho, Arsenal Midfielder Iwobi, Chelsea Star Mikel, 23 Others For Friendlies
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Nigeria Coach Calls Up Man City Starlet Iheanacho, Arsenal Midfielder Iwobi, Chelsea Star Mikel, 23 Others For Friendlies

The interim coach of the Super Eagles, Salisu Yusuf, has called up 26 players for the upcoming friendlies against Mali and Luxembourg in Europe.<br /><br />The national team will face Mali...

Apr 27, 2016
Aramide Oteh Stars As Tottenham Hotspur U21s Beat Ebbsfleet United
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Aramide Oteh Stars As Tottenham Hotspur U21s Beat Ebbsfleet United

Aramide Oteh was on target for Tottenham Hotspur U21s in their 3-2 victory over Ebbsfleet United U21s in a friendly staged at Stonebridge Road on Tuesday night. <br /><br />The 17-year-old...

Apr 27, 2016
Nigerian Players Likely To Change Clubs: Top Five Summer Transfer Targets
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Nigerian Players Likely To Change Clubs: Top Five Summer Transfer Targets

With the summer transfer window set to open in the next two months, <b>allnigeriasoccer.com</b> takes a look at five Nigerian players who will most likely jump ship when the market opens.&...

Apr 27, 2016
Lazio Midfielder Eddy Onazi Not Considered For Olympic Games On Technical Grounds
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Lazio Midfielder Eddy Onazi Not Considered For Olympic Games On Technical Grounds

<b>Allnigeriasoccer.com</b> understands that Lazio&rsquo;s Eddy Onazi has not been included in Nigeria U23s provisional squad for the 2016 Olympic Games. <br /><br />The de...

Apr 27, 2016
Nigerian Exports: Iheanacho Plays For 50 Minutes As City Held By Real Madrid; Odubajo Faces Former Team;Chrisantus Still Out Of Favour At AEK
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Nigerian Exports: Iheanacho Plays For 50 Minutes As City Held By Real Madrid; Odubajo Faces Former Team;Chrisantus Still Out Of Favour At AEK

Catch up on the performances of Nigerian players in Europe on Tuesday, April 26.<br /><br />Nigeria international <b>Kelechi Iheanacho</b> made his third appearance in the UEFA...

Apr 26, 2016
Nigeria U20s Coach Amuneke To Appear In Court On Wednesday Over Transfer Of Nwakali To Manchester City
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Nigeria U20s Coach Amuneke To Appear In Court On Wednesday Over Transfer Of Nwakali To Manchester City

<b>Allnigeriasoccer.com</b> understands that Nigeria U20s coach Emmanuel Amuneke is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday morning to respond to a breach of contract claim.<br />&...

Apr 26, 2016
Wolves Young Defender Odofin Reveals Mom Has Been A Big Influence
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Wolves Young Defender Odofin Reveals Mom Has Been A Big Influence

Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Hakeem Odofin has revealed that his mom has been a big influence since he became a footballer and has offered him advice whenever he needs it.<br /><br />T...

Apr 26, 2016
Kelechi Iheanacho Fired Up Ahead Of Showdown With Real Madrid
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Kelechi Iheanacho Fired Up Ahead Of Showdown With Real Madrid

Kelechi Iheanacho is eagerly looking forward to Tuesday night&rsquo;s <span class="_xJh">Champions League Semi-final</span>, <span class="_xJh">Game 1 between...

Apr 26, 2016
Alex Iwobi Shortlisted For Arsenal Player Of The Month Award
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Alex Iwobi Shortlisted For Arsenal Player Of The Month Award

Super Eagles attacking midfielder midfielder Alex Iwobi is in the running for Arsenal&rsquo;s Vitality Player of the Month for April 2016.<br /><br />The official website of the Gunner...

Apr 26, 2016
Nigeria Target Ovie Ejaria Shines For Liverpool U21s In Win Vs Norwich City
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Nigeria Target Ovie Ejaria Shines For Liverpool U21s In Win Vs Norwich City

Ovie Ejaria is proving to be one of the hottest commodities in the Academy Team of Liverpool with yet another impressive display on Monday against Norwich City in the U21 Premier League Division One.&...

Apr 26, 2016
Leon Balogun In Hot Water With German FA For Violent Conduct
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Leon Balogun In Hot Water With German FA For Violent Conduct

The German Football Association (DFB) has informed via its official webpage that Mainz defender Leon Balogun is being investigated for violent conduct that took place during the Bundesliga tie against...

Apr 26, 2016
Nigeria U23s Confirm Chelsea Loanee Kenneth Omeruo Will Miss Olympic Games
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Nigeria U23s Confirm Chelsea Loanee Kenneth Omeruo Will Miss Olympic Games

The Media Officer of Nigeria&rsquo;s Olympic National Team, Timi Ebikagboro, has confirmed that Chelsea loanee Kenneth Omeruo will not be suiting up for the Samson Siasia-led side at the 2016 Olym...

Apr 26, 2016