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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
Odion Ighalo : I Can Not Believe My Dad Is No More
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Odion Ighalo : I Can Not Believe My Dad Is No More

Watford striker Odion Ighalo is still grieving over the death of his father, Paul Ighalo, who passed away on Monday morning after complaining of being weak three days ago.<br /><br />A day...

Apr 26, 2016
Nigerian Exports: Alli Features As Spurs Stumble;Anichebe Benched; Success Fails Test;Troost-Ekong,Arokoyo,Chibuike In Action
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Nigerian Exports: Alli Features As Spurs Stumble;Anichebe Benched; Success Fails Test;Troost-Ekong,Arokoyo,Chibuike In Action

Catch up on the performances of players of Nigerian descent in the European Leagues on Monday.<br /><br />Tottenham Hotspur have all but surrendered the Premier League title race after stu...

Apr 25, 2016
Aliyu Abubakar Reveals Clause In KuPS Contract Stipulating He Must Be Released For Olympic Games
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Aliyu Abubakar Reveals Clause In KuPS Contract Stipulating He Must Be Released For Olympic Games

KuPS defender Aliyu Abubakar has revealed that there&rsquo;s a clause interested into his contract that stipulates that the the Finnish Veikkausliiga side have to release him to the national teams...

Apr 25, 2016
NFF Commiserates With Watford Star Ighalo Over Death Of Father
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NFF Commiserates With Watford Star Ighalo Over Death Of Father

The Nigeria Football Federation has commiserated with Watford striker Odion Ighalo following the death of his father in the early hours of Monday, April 25. <br /><br />Paul Ighalo had com...

Apr 25, 2016
CSKA Moscow Set The Ball Rolling For Permanent Signing Of Aaron Samuel
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CSKA Moscow Set The Ball Rolling For Permanent Signing Of Aaron Samuel

<b>Allnigeriasoccer.com</b> understands that CSKA Moscow have set the ball rolling in their bid to sign Aaron Samuel on a permanent basis from <span class="st">Guangzhou R&...

Apr 25, 2016
Kelechi Iheanacho Is Third Most Effective Striker In England, Behind Aguero&Sturridge
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Kelechi Iheanacho Is Third Most Effective Striker In England, Behind Aguero&Sturridge

Kelechi Iheanacho has the third best minutes-per-goal ratio in the English Premier League this season following his brace against Stoke City this past weekend.<br /><br />Only Manchester C...

Apr 25, 2016
Manchester City Product Reece Wabara Named In League One Team of the Year
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Manchester City Product Reece Wabara Named In League One Team of the Year

Ex-Manchester City starlet Reece Wabara has been recognized for his outstanding performance at the heart of Wigan Athletic&rsquo;s defense with the Professional Footballers&rsquo; Association ...

Apr 25, 2016
Nigerian Exports: Ighalo Will Not Play In FA Cup Final; Akpala,Egwuekwe,Salami&Friday Score; Etebo Makes Debut; Edomwonyi Scoring Run Ends
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Nigerian Exports: Ighalo Will Not Play In FA Cup Final; Akpala,Egwuekwe,Salami&Friday Score; Etebo Makes Debut; Edomwonyi Scoring Run Ends

Catch up on the performances of players of Nigerian descent in the European Leagues and FA Cup on Sunday.<br /><br />For the sixth straight game in the Premier League,<b> Alex Iwobi ...

Apr 24, 2016
Wolfsburg Trainee Osimhen,Arsenal Target Chukwueze Shine As Nigeria U20s Make Light Work Of Dabo Babes
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Wolfsburg Trainee Osimhen,Arsenal Target Chukwueze Shine As Nigeria U20s Make Light Work Of Dabo Babes

Wolfsburg trainee Victor Osimhen notched a hat-trick as the Flying Eagles thrashed Dabo Babes FC 5-0 in a friendly to extend their winning streak to two games ahead of their Africa U-20 Cup of Nations...

Apr 24, 2016
Manchester City Loanee Nwakali Named To Nigeria U23s Provisional Roster For Olympic Games
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Manchester City Loanee Nwakali Named To Nigeria U23s Provisional Roster For Olympic Games

<b>Allnigeriasoccer.com</b> understands that Manchester City loanee Chidiebere Nwakali could figure for the Dream Team VI at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.<br /><br />The...

Apr 24, 2016
Chelsea Loanee Omeruo Rejected Overtures From Siasia To Represent Nigeria At Olympic Games
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Chelsea Loanee Omeruo Rejected Overtures From Siasia To Represent Nigeria At Olympic Games

Kasımpaşa defender Kenneth Omeruo rejected the opportunity to represent the Nigeria U23s at the 2016 Olympic Games when he was contacted by coach Samson Siasia.<br /><br ...

Apr 24, 2016
Rep Dismisses Claims By Kanu That Iheanacho Was On The Books Of Papilo Academy Before His Move To Man City
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Rep Dismisses Claims By Kanu That Iheanacho Was On The Books Of Papilo Academy Before His Move To Man City

A representative of Kelechi Iheanacho has dismissed claims by Nwankwo Kanu that the Manchester City teen sensation was on the books of his academy, Papilo Football Academy, before his shift to the Cit...

Apr 24, 2016