Man Utd coach promotes 17yo Nigerian goal machine to first team training pre-Tottenham
Published: February 14, 2025
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has revealed that Danish-born Nigerian wonderkid Chido Obi-Martin is training with the first team ahead of Sunday's Premier League meeting with Tottenham Hotspur.Obi-Martin, the all-time highest goalscorer in U18 Premier League history, has been in sensational form since his move ...
Arsenal coach Arteta open to deploying Nwaneri upfront amid Havertz and Jesus injuries
Published: February 14, 2025
Arsenal maanger Mikel Arteta has hinted that he may deploy teenager Ethan Nwaneri in a central striking role, following injuries to both Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus. The Gunners’ injury crisis in the attacking department has raised questions about Arteta's plans moving forward, but the manager’s trust in young p...
'There will be good news' – Nuno Espírito Santo expects Ola Aina to sign new Nottingham Forest deal
Published: February 13, 2025
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espírito Santo has expressed optimism over Ola Aina’s contract situation, indicating that progress is being made toward an agreement.Aina, who joined Forest on a free transfer in 2023, has become an important figure in the squad, featuring regularly in their Premier League campaign. W...
'He's smiling but with pain' - Nottingham Forest boss provides update on injured striker Awoniyi
Published: February 13, 2025
Ahead of Nottingham Forest's Premier League showdown with Fulham, manager Nuno Espirito Santo held a press conference on Thursday, where he provided an update on Taiwo Awoniyi's injury.The Nigeria international suffered a broken nose and a concussion in the second half of Nottingham Forest's hard-fought win over Exeter...
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reveals 'young superstar' Nwaneri will extend his Arsenal contract
Published: February 13, 2025
Arsenal are reportedly close to securing a contract extension for highly-rated youngster Ethan Nwaneri, following an injury crisis that has left the squad short of attacking options.  Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano provided an update on the situation via his YouTube channel, confirming that talks between Arsenal and ...
FA Youth Cup: Obi-Martin fires hat-trick as Manchester United hit five past Chelsea
Published: February 13, 2025
Manchester United's teenage sensation Chido Obi-Martin delivered a stunning hat-trick as the Red Devils cruised to a 5-1 victory over Chelsea at at Leigh Sports Village to book their place in the next round of the FA Youth Cup.The 17-year-old forward was the star of the show, while James Scanlon added a brace for Unite...
Five reasons Eric Chelle should consider inviting Newcastle forward for Nigeria's crucial 2026 WCQ
Published: February 12, 2025
As the Super Eagles prepare for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, new head coach Éric Chelle faces crucial selection decisions. One name that should be on his radar is Newcastle United winger Jacob Murphy. Here are five key reasons why Chelle should consider inviting him to s...
Exciting Leicester City fullback commits international future to Nigeria over England
Published: February 12, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report that exciting Leicester City fullback Olabade Aluko has committed his international future to Nigeria over England. Born in 2006, the fullback qualifies to play for both Nigeria, through his parents, and his native England, but he is open to joining the Flying Eagles squad a...
Awoniyi finds the net as Nottingham Forest beat Exeter City to advance to fifth round of FA Cup
Published: February 12, 2025
Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi found the back of the net on Tuesday night in a thrilling FA Cup between Nottingham Forest against Exeter City at St. James' Park.Awoniyi netted the second goal as Nottingham Forest were held in a 2-2 draw at the end of regular time. Forest then advanced to the fifth round after winni...
Son of ex-Super Eagles striker among four players of Nigerian descent named in England U17 squad
Published: February 11, 2025
England U17s head coach Neil Ryan has announced his roster for a pair of friendlies against the Netherlands this month, with four teenagers of Nigerian descent making the cut.The squad is headlined by Rio Ngumoha, who made his starting debut for Premier League table toppers Liverpool last month, playing for 72 minutes ...
Chelsea skipper Reece James beats Tosin to win Goal of the Month award
Published: February 10, 2025
Tosin Adarabioyo’s stunning goal against Morecambe has been voted the third-best in Chelsea’s Goal of the Month award for January 2025, as captain Reece James claimed the top prize.Tosin, who joined Chelsea last summer, delivered a spectacular strike in the match against Morecambe, showcasing his ability to contrib...
FA Cup: Two Nigerians help Plymouth Argyle end Liverpool's quadruple dream
Published: February 09, 2025
Two Nigerians were on parade at Home Park on Sunday evening as Plymouth Argyle, the EFL Championship's bottom club, stunned quadruple-seeking Liverpool with a 1-0 victory to reach the Emirates FA Cup fifth round—one of the biggest shocks in the competition's modern era.While Fulham academy graduate Matthew Sorinola s...
'Has an eye for goal' - Ex-Spurs GK praises Dennis for first half display in Blackburn's defeat to Wolves
Published: February 09, 2025
Wolverhampton Wanderers secured their spot in the draw for the fifth round of the Emirates FA Cup with a 2-0 victory over Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park on Sunday afternoon.Emmanuel Dennis' inclusion in the starting lineup was the headline from the Blackburn Rovers' team to face Wolves. The Nigeria international seale...
Emmanuel Dennis squad number revealed ahead of Blackburn Rovers first team debut
Published: February 09, 2025
Championship club Blackburn Rovers have revealed Emmanuel Dennis' squad number ahead of a potential debut in the coming days, if not hours. The Nigeria international will sport the number 42 on the back of his jersey if he makes his competitive first team debut on Sunday afternoon when Blackburn Rovers battle Premier ...
Former West Ham winger urges George to challenge Sancho for starting spot at Chelsea
Published: February 09, 2025
Former West Ham winger Matt Jarvis has encouraged Chelsea youngster Tyrique George to compete with Jadon Sancho for a place in the first team following the latter's underwhelming performance in Chelsea's 2-1 loss to Brighton in the FA Cup.  George was introduced as a second-half substitute, replacing Sancho with 16 mi...