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'If you look closely' - Eric Chelle reveals Lookman showed signs of fatigue after Afcon group stage
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'If you look closely' - Eric Chelle reveals Lookman showed signs of fatigue after Afcon group stage

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has offered a detailed assessment of Ademola Lookman’s physical condition during the latter stages of the Africa Cup of Nations, admitting that the winger’s workload during the tournament eventually took its toll despite his outstanding performances for Nigeria.Speaking on RMC Sport’s After Foot, Chelle explained that Lookman arrived at the tournament without much competitive rhythm early in the season, a factor that later influenced his physical output as the Afcon progressed. The coach provided context to his remarks by highlighting Lookman’s seaso...

February 9, 2026
Manchester United retained list confirms Nigeria-eligible midfielder has signed a new deal
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Manchester United retained list confirms Nigeria-eligible midfielder has signed a new deal

Manchester United's retained list submitted to the English Premier League has confirmed that Nigeria-eligible midfielder Maximillian Oyedele has signed a new deal with the Old Trafford giants. ...

Jun 12, 2022
U17 WAFU B Ghana 2 Nigeria 4 : Four takeaways from Golden Eaglets win
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U17 WAFU B Ghana 2 Nigeria 4 : Four takeaways from Golden Eaglets win

Following the Golden Eaglets 4-2 win over Ghana in their 2022 WAFU U-17 Zone B Tournament opener, allnigeriasoccer.com brings you four takeaways from the match at Cape Coast Stadium, Cape Coast. &n...

Jun 11, 2022
Golden Eaglets player ratings : Williams, Azeez standout; Michael good going forward; Olaleke strong tackler
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Golden Eaglets player ratings : Williams, Azeez standout; Michael good going forward; Olaleke strong tackler

Nigeria faced Ghana in an end-to-end game at the Cape-Coast Stadium in their 2022 WAFU U-17 Zone B Tournament opener on Saturday evening.   The final score ended in a 4-2 win for Nigeria w...

Jun 11, 2022
U17 WAFU B Ghana 2 Nigeria 4 : Michal scores sumptuous free-kick for 5-time world champions
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U17 WAFU B Ghana 2 Nigeria 4 : Michal scores sumptuous free-kick for 5-time world champions

Five-time world champions, Golden Eaglets started their 2022 WAFU U-17 Zone B Tournament with a 4-2 win against perennial rivals Ghana's Black Starlets Saturday evening at the Cape Coast Stadium, ...

Jun 11, 2022
Why Umar Sadiq's physical limitations stand against him under Peseiro
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Why Umar Sadiq's physical limitations stand against him under Peseiro

While Peseiro would undoubtedly be delighted to record his first Super Eagles win in such a crucial game against Sierra Leone, the Portuguese has a lot to ponder about going into the future.  ...

Jun 11, 2022
Nigeria v Sierra Leone: Peseiro's tactical adjustments that assisted Super Eagles win
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Nigeria v Sierra Leone: Peseiro's tactical adjustments that assisted Super Eagles win

Nigeria's Super Eagles beat Sierra Leone 2-1 yesterday, thanks to goals from Everton's Alex Iwobi and Napoli's Victor Oshimen in a stunning first-half comeback.   This victory m...

Jun 10, 2022
What to Expect from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations
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What to Expect from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

When we talk about major football tournaments those in Europe usually start with the World Cup and the Euros. But the Africa Cup of Nations pits nations from a huge continent against each other, provi...

Jun 10, 2022
Every word Peseiro said on first win as Eagles boss, conceding early goals, Sadiq, starting without a 6
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Every word Peseiro said on first win as Eagles boss, conceding early goals, Sadiq, starting without a 6

Portuguese manager Jose Peseiro won his first game in the dugout as Nigeria coach as the national team came from behind to beat Sierra Leone 2-1 in their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the MK...

Jun 10, 2022
Social : Iwobi, Osimhen, Uzoho, Simon react to Super Eagles 2-1 win against Sierra Leone
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Social : Iwobi, Osimhen, Uzoho, Simon react to Super Eagles 2-1 win against Sierra Leone

Nigeria began their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2-1 win over Sierra Leone at the National Stadium in Abuja on Thursday evening.   The three-time African champions ...

Jun 10, 2022
Every word Aribo said on win vs Sierra Leone, Super Eagles display, what the team needs to do better
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Every word Aribo said on win vs Sierra Leone, Super Eagles display, what the team needs to do better

Glasgow Rangers midfielder Joe Aribo was the Super Eagles player selected to face the cameras shortly after their 2-1 win over Sierra Leone in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match at the MKO ...

Jun 9, 2022
Nigeria 2 Sierra Leone 1 : Three best and worst performers of the game
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Nigeria 2 Sierra Leone 1 : Three best and worst performers of the game

Jose Peseiro got his first victory as Super Eagles coach after a 2-1 win over Sierra Leone 2-1 in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja on Thursday eveni...

Jun 9, 2022
MKO Abiola Stadium rot and four other observations from Nigeria's 2-1 win over Sierra Leone
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MKO Abiola Stadium rot and four other observations from Nigeria's 2-1 win over Sierra Leone

There were a couple of observations from the Super Eagles narrow win against Sierra Leone in the first Group A game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.   Allnigeriasoccer.com pres...

Jun 9, 2022