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Europa League: Super Eagles striker Iheanacho back in action in difficult night for Celtic
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Europa League: Super Eagles striker Iheanacho back in action in difficult night for Celtic

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho made his long-awaited return for Celtic in their disappointing 4-1 home defeat to VfB Stuttgart in the Europa League on Thursday. Iheanacho was introduced as a second-half substitute in the 71st minute, marking his first appearance since February 1, when he also came off the bench against Falkirk.The Nigerian striker had been sidelined with fitness issues, missing Celtic’s league matches against Livingston and Kilmarnock since the start of February. His comeback, however, was unable to inspire the Scottish side as Stuttgart ran out comfortable winn...

February 19, 2026
Kenneth Omeruo, Daniel Akpeyi Reactions After Super Eagles Opening Day Win In Group B
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Kenneth Omeruo, Daniel Akpeyi Reactions After Super Eagles Opening Day Win In Group B

Chelsea defender Kenneth Omeruo and Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi spoke to journalists in the mixed zone after Nigeria's opening day win over Burundi in Group B of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nati...

Jun 23, 2019
The Reason Ahmed Musa Did Not Start Vs Burundi, Super Eagles No. 7 Opens Up
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The Reason Ahmed Musa Did Not Start Vs Burundi, Super Eagles No. 7 Opens Up

Super Eagles number 7 Ahmed Musa has sought to explain why he did not start the Africa Cup of Nations opener against Burundi on Saturday evening, admitting that he was not in tip-top condition. The...

Jun 23, 2019
Official : Shola Ameobi Becomes Third Nigerian In Charge Of Loan Players At Premier League Club
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Official : Shola Ameobi Becomes Third Nigerian In Charge Of Loan Players At Premier League Club

Ex-Super Eagles striker Shola Ameobi has become the third Nigerian in charge of loan players at a Premier League club. Newcastle United have reported through their official webpage that Ameobi has ...

Jun 23, 2019
Chelsea Give Aina A Pat On The Back For Starring Vs Burundi; Leicester Hail Iwobi, Chukwueze, Ndidi
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Chelsea Give Aina A Pat On The Back For Starring Vs Burundi; Leicester Hail Iwobi, Chukwueze, Ndidi

Premier League clubs Chelsea and Leicester City monitored the Africa Cup of Nations Group B clash between Nigeria and Burundi at the Alexandria Stadium, Alexandria on Saturday evening. Of the fourt...

Jun 23, 2019
The Key Stats Nigeria Vs Burundi: Chukwueze Top Dribbler; Onuachu Most Aerial Duels; Iwobi Key Passes; Omeruo Clearances; Aina Top Interceptor
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The Key Stats Nigeria Vs Burundi: Chukwueze Top Dribbler; Onuachu Most Aerial Duels; Iwobi Key Passes; Omeruo Clearances; Aina Top Interceptor

Odion Ighalo's 77th minute strike was enough to secure three points for the Super Eagles in their 2019 Africa Cup of Nations opener against Burundi on Saturday evening. Taking a look at the statist...

Jun 22, 2019
Rohr Reveals The Super Eagles Player Who Impressed Him In Win Against Burundi
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Rohr Reveals The Super Eagles Player Who Impressed Him In Win Against Burundi

Super Eagles boss Gernot Rohr was impressed by the performance of Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi as Nigeria began their campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations with a 1-0 victory against a hardw...

Jun 22, 2019
Rohr Reveals Exactly Why Ighalo Didn't Start Super Eagles Win Against Burundi
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Rohr Reveals Exactly Why Ighalo Didn't Start Super Eagles Win Against Burundi

Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has confirmed that it was a tactical decision not to start Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers top scorer Ighalo in the 1-0 victory against Burundi on Saturday. The form...

Jun 22, 2019
Five Takeaways From Super Eagles Hard-Fought 1-0 Victory Against AFCON Debutants Burundi
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Five Takeaways From Super Eagles Hard-Fought 1-0 Victory Against AFCON Debutants Burundi

The Super Eagles began their campaign in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations with a laboured 1-0 win over the Swallows of Burundi. Izuchukwu Okosi takes a look at five takeaways from the game.1. Poor Deli...

Jun 22, 2019
Super Eagles Player Ratings Vs Burundi : Ighalo Joker; Omeruo Brilliant; Iwobi & Aina Star; Chukwueze Promising; Mikel Not Convincing; Onuachu Struggles
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Super Eagles Player Ratings Vs Burundi : Ighalo Joker; Omeruo Brilliant; Iwobi & Aina Star; Chukwueze Promising; Mikel Not Convincing; Onuachu Struggles

Allnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule on the Super Eagles players following their 1-0 win over Burundi. The Starters GoalkeeperDaniel Akpeyi: Pulled off some top drawer saves to keep Nigeria in the toug...

Jun 22, 2019
Nigeria 1 Burundi 0 : Ighalo Comes Off Bench To Net Game-Winner, Aina With Spectacular Assist
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Nigeria 1 Burundi 0 : Ighalo Comes Off Bench To Net Game-Winner, Aina With Spectacular Assist

Nigeria beat Burundi 1-0 courtesy of an Odion Ighalo's late goal in their first group game of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations at the Alexandria Stadium on Saturday evening.Gernot Rohr's charges did rea...

Jun 22, 2019
2019 Women's World Cup : Super Falcons Player Ratings From 3-0 Loss To Germany
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2019 Women's World Cup : Super Falcons Player Ratings From 3-0 Loss To Germany

Goals from Sara Daebritz, Alexandra Popp and Schuller  proved enough to condemn the Super Falcons to a 3-0 defeat against Germany in their 2016 FIFA World Cup round of 16 meeting at the Stade des...

Jun 22, 2019
Iwobi, Omeruo, Mikel, Ndidi Start; Shehu Risked As Nigeria Unveil Starting XI Vs Burundi
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Iwobi, Omeruo, Mikel, Ndidi Start; Shehu Risked As Nigeria Unveil Starting XI Vs Burundi

Gernot Rohr has announced the Super Eagles starting line-up for their Africa Cup of Nations opener against Burundi at the Alexandria Stadium, Alexandria, starting from 1800 hours on Saturday.Kaizer Ch...

Jun 22, 2019