By Toju Sote Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has won the Leicester City Player of the Season Award. Iheanacho claimed the accolade as he was adjudged to be the best player for the Foxes this season. He was a shining light for a Leicester side who got relegated back the Championship after winning the Premier …
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By Toju Sote Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been conferred with the Member of the order of the Federal Republic (MFR) award by the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Osimhen was given the award for his achievements in football which put the country in a positive light. The Napoli striker won the 2015 U-17 FIFA World …
By Toju Sote The Flying Eagles of Nigeria defeated Dominican Republic at the on-going 2023 U-20 FIFA World Cup in Argentina as they started their quest to win the title for the first time on a winning note. The match ended 2-1 on Sunday, May 21st at the Estadio Malvinas. Ladan Bosso’s men had to …
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By Toju Sote Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi’s goal against Arsenal has handed the Premier League title to Manchester City and prevented Nottingham Forest from relegation. The Tricky Trees defeated Arsenal 1-0 on Saturday, May 20 at City Ground to ensure they remain in the Premier League for another year. Awoniyi scored the only goal …
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Nottingham Forest coach Steve Cooper has lauded Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi ahead of his team’s Premier League clash with Arsenal. The Tricky Trees play Arsenal on Saturday, May 20 at City Ground. Cooper urged Awoniyi to score in the forthcoming encounter. Advertisement “Performance wise he’s been excellent since he’s come into the mix,” Cooper said …
By Toju Sote If you think Victor Osimhen is the only Nigerian striker in great goal-scoring form this season, then you have not heard of Gift Orban. The 20-year-old striker has been sensational since he joined Gent in the January transfer window. Gift Orban was on the scoresheet not just once but thrice as Gent …
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By Toju Sote AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori has broken Steve McManaman’s record in the Rossoneri’s defeat to Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League first leg. Inter Milan beat AC Milan 2-0 on Wednesday, May 10 at the San Siro Stadium. Edin Dzeko made it 1-0 for Inter in the eighth minute and Henrik …
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Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has equalled Osaze Odemwinge’s assist record during Everton’s Premier League victory over Brighton & Hove Albion. The Toffees defeated Brighton 5-1 on Monday, May 8 at the Amex Stadium. Abdoulaye Doucoure and Dwight McNeil scored two goals each and a Jason Steele’s own goal made it 5-0 for Everton. Alexis Mac …
By Toju Sote Super Eagles striker Peter Olayinka has won the 2022/2023 Czech Cup with his club Slavia Prague. Slavia Prague defeated Sparta Prague 2-0 on Wednesday, May 3 at the Epet Arena. David Doudera scored the first goal for Slavia Prague in the 59th minute while Filip Panak’s own goal made it 2-0 five …
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By Toju Sote Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has become the third Nigerian player to win the Serie A title as Napoli secured their first league title in 33 years. He joins the duo of Obafemi Martins who won the Serie A title with Inter Milan in the 2005/06 season, and Victor Obinna Nsofor also won …
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