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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
Top 50 U20 Players In The World : Chukwueze Ranks Higher Than Chelsea, Man Utd, Real Madrid Wonderkids
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Top 50 U20 Players In The World : Chukwueze Ranks Higher Than Chelsea, Man Utd, Real Madrid Wonderkids

Villarreal winger Samuel Chukwueze has been named among the top fifty U20 players in the world for the 2018-2019 season by celebrated French sports daily L'Equipe. The Nigeria international has bee...

Jun 12, 2019
International Dream Cup Mexico 1 Nigeria 3: Sopuruchukwu Steals The Show; On Target & Wins Penalty
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International Dream Cup Mexico 1 Nigeria 3: Sopuruchukwu Steals The Show; On Target & Wins Penalty

Nigeria U16s, otherwise known as the Future Eagles, recorded an impressive 3-1 win over Mexico in their opening game of the International Dream Cup 2019 on Wednesday morning. The Haruna Ilerika-led ...

Jun 12, 2019
Chelsea Name Asking Price For Nigeria International Kenneth Omeruo
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Chelsea Name Asking Price For Nigeria International Kenneth Omeruo

Europa League winners Chelsea are prepared to part company with Nigeria international Kenneth Omeruo in the summer transfer window, provided an interested club meet their asking price.  The re...

Jun 12, 2019
'You'll Be Sad About It' - Liverpool's Awoniyi Opens Up On Super Eagles Snub Despite Solid Season
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'You'll Be Sad About It' - Liverpool's Awoniyi Opens Up On Super Eagles Snub Despite Solid Season

Liverpool starlet Taiwo Awoniyi has admitted that he was disappointed to be overlooked for selection for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.  The former Golden Eaglets star has yet to receive a maid...

Jun 12, 2019
What Sturridge's Link To Leicester City Means For Iheanacho
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What Sturridge's Link To Leicester City Means For Iheanacho

Former Under-17 World Cup and Golden Ball winner Kelechi Iheanacho is going through a very tough time in his career following his inability to make Gernot Rohr's team to Egypt for the upcoming AFCON t...

Jun 12, 2019
The Inside Story Of How Iheanacho & Ajayi Were Dropped From Super Eagles AFCON Squad
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The Inside Story Of How Iheanacho & Ajayi Were Dropped From Super Eagles AFCON Squad

That Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr on Sunday made known his 23 man squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations is not news anymore. However Izuchukwu Okosi reveals a few things gathered behind the ...

Jun 11, 2019
The Negative Impact Ajayi's Omission Could Have On Super Eagles In Egypt
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The Negative Impact Ajayi's Omission Could Have On Super Eagles In Egypt

Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr released his official 23-man list for the 2019 African Cup of Nations and Semi Ajayi was surprisingly overlooked by the gaffer. The versatile Rotherham United player ...

Jun 11, 2019
Nigeria Press Conference Oshoala & Dennerby : Key Injury Update, Why Falcons Lost To Norway, South Korea Tactics & Strategy
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Nigeria Press Conference Oshoala & Dennerby : Key Injury Update, Why Falcons Lost To Norway, South Korea Tactics & Strategy

Nigeria manager Thomas Dennerby and Asisat Oshoala met with the media at the Stade des Alpes to discuss tomorrow's crucial Group A game against South Korea at the ongoing World Cup in France. Here...

Jun 11, 2019
Nigeria's 2019 AFCON Squad Worth N78 Billion : Ndidi, Chukwueze, Iwobi Most Expensive
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Nigeria's 2019 AFCON Squad Worth N78 Billion : Ndidi, Chukwueze, Iwobi Most Expensive

The twenty-three players named to Nigeria's final roster for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations are worth a combined  €195.95 million (approximately N78 billion in Nigerian currency). Accordi...

Jun 11, 2019
What Does Lookman's Trip To Lagos Mean To Nigerian Federation?
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What Does Lookman's Trip To Lagos Mean To Nigerian Federation?

Everton winger Ademola Lookman is one of Premier League players of Nigerian descent whom NFF President Amaju Pinnick is hoping to lure to the Super Eagles.It was suggested that the country's football ...

Jun 11, 2019
Super Falcons Star Ordega Aware Of Importance Of Match Vs South Korea
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Super Falcons Star Ordega Aware Of Importance Of Match Vs South Korea

Shanghai Shenhua striker Francisca Ordega is confident that the Super Falcons will get their FIFA Women's World Cup campaign back on track when they face South Korea at the Stade des Alpes, Grenoble o...

Jun 11, 2019
Liverpool Striker Awoniyi Defends Iheanacho : He Was Pushed To Play As A Center Forward, He's A No. 10
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Liverpool Striker Awoniyi Defends Iheanacho : He Was Pushed To Play As A Center Forward, He's A No. 10

Liverpool striker Taiwo Awoniyi has leapt to the defence of Kelechi Iheanacho who has been heavily criticized for his unimpressive performances for club and country. Iheanacho was one of the two pl...

Jun 11, 2019