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Fifa confirm Wrexham goalkeeper has changed his sporting nationality from England to Nigeria
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Fifa confirm Wrexham goalkeeper has changed his sporting nationality from England to Nigeria

Football's governing body, Fifa officially confirmed on Monday, April 6 that Arsenal's Hale End academy graduate Arthur Okonkwo has switched his sporting nationality from England to Nigeria. The Wrexham goalkeeper made the decision to represent the Super Eagles after appearing for England's Young Lions at U15, U16, U17 and U18 levels.It is believed that the Nigeria Football Federation opted to be cautious and sought Fifa approval for Okonkwo's one-time switch, even though it was technically unnecessary as all his appearances for the Young Lions were in friendly matches.Werder Bremen defen...

April 7, 2026
Nosa Igiebor Faces Late Fitness Test Ahead Barcelona Showdown
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Nosa Igiebor Faces Late Fitness Test Ahead Barcelona Showdown

Real Betis midfielder Nosa Igiebor is doubtful for the home game against log leaders Barcelona on Sunday evening.<br /><br />The Nigeria international, who clocked 23 yesterday, did not tr...

Nov 10, 2013
NUPENG Boss Congratulates Eaglets, Floats Soccer Tourney For Nigerian Youths
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NUPENG Boss Congratulates Eaglets, Floats Soccer Tourney For Nigerian Youths

The Chairman of Nigeria Union of Petroleum &amp; Natural Gas Workers, (NUPENG) Lagos state zone, Comrade Tokunbo Najeemdeen Adebola has joined other Nigerians in congratulating the victorious Gold...

Nov 9, 2013
Esperance Starlet Emeka Emerum Tips Former Teammate Kelechi Iheanacho For Greatness
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Esperance Starlet Emeka Emerum Tips Former Teammate Kelechi Iheanacho For Greatness

Esperance starlet Emeka Emerum says he is not surprised that former teammate at Taye Academy, Kelechi Iheanacho was chosen as the best player of the just concluded Fifa Under 17 World Cup staged in Un...

Nov 9, 2013
Kenneth Otigba : My Dad Wants Me To Represent Nigeria
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Kenneth Otigba : My Dad Wants Me To Represent Nigeria

Kenneth Otigba recently snubbed an invitation to represent the Hungary Under 21 National Team in order to concentrate on establishing himself with Dutch club Heerenveen.<br /><br />While t...

Nov 9, 2013
AC Milan Starlet Favour Aniekan Showers Praises On Golden Eaglets
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AC Milan Starlet Favour Aniekan Showers Praises On Golden Eaglets

AC Milan youngster Favour Aniekan is among those singing the praises of the Golden Eaglets, who lifted the Fifa Under 17 World Cup for a record fourth time on Friday evening.<br /><br />&l...

Nov 9, 2013
Eddy Onazi Passed Fit For Parma Match
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Eddy Onazi Passed Fit For Parma Match

Lazio midfielder Eddy Onazi has been given the all clear by club medics after a scan on his adductor, and will be included in the roster for the Serie A showdown with Parma on Sunday. <br /><...

Nov 9, 2013
Mexico Coach : Nigeria Deserve To Win
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Mexico Coach : Nigeria Deserve To Win

Raul Gutierrez, manager of the Mexico Under 17 National Team, has praised the Golden Eaglets after his team lost 3 - 0 in the final of the World Cup which came to a climax in Abu Dhabi on Friday eveni...

Nov 8, 2013
Nigeria Wins Fifa Under 17 World Cup
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Nigeria Wins Fifa Under 17 World Cup

The Golden Eaglets maintained their undefeated streak when it mattered most, defeating Mexico 3 - 0 at the Mohamed Bin Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi on Friday evening to lift the Fifa Under 17 World Cup a ...

Nov 8, 2013
Fifa President Sepp Blatter Wishes Nigeria, Mexico Good Luck
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Fifa President Sepp Blatter Wishes Nigeria, Mexico Good Luck

Fifa President Joseph Blatter has posted a message on his official Twitter account , wishing the Golden Eaglets and their Mexican counterparts good luck before both teams lock horns in the final of th...

Nov 8, 2013
Kelechi Iheanacho Warns Mexico Nigeria Has Improved
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Kelechi Iheanacho Warns Mexico Nigeria Has Improved

One name stuck out in the Golden Eaglets 6 - 1 hammering of the young Tricolor of Mexico - Kelechi Iheanacho.<br /><br />The starlet bagged four goals in the match and has been credited wi...

Nov 8, 2013
Abdul Ajagun Likely To Make Fourth Start Of The Season
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Abdul Ajagun Likely To Make Fourth Start Of The Season

Panathinaikos continue to prepare for Saturday&rsquo;s Super League meeting with Aris, who have on their payroll Chigozie Udoji and John Ibeh.<br /><br />Gazzetta.gr has strongly hinte...

Nov 8, 2013
Golden Eaglets Skipper Musa Mohammed Sends Message To Nigerians
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Golden Eaglets Skipper Musa Mohammed Sends Message To Nigerians

Captain Musa Mohammed has sent a message to Nigerians, stating that the Golden Eaglets are fully focused ahead of the titanic clash with Mexico in the final of the Fifa Under 17 World Cup.<br />...

Nov 7, 2013