Match Previews & Reviews - Football In Nigeria

Fenerbahce coach Mourinho reacts to Osayi red card penalty incident

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 25, 2024

Fenerbahce coach José Mourinho reacted to a controversial penalty incident involving Nigerian international Bright Osayi Samuel during Fenerbahce’s 1-1 Europa League draw with Manchester United. The game saw Osayi Samuel fall in the box following minimal contact from United’s Manuel Ugarte, which led Mourinho to contest the call and eventually receive a red card. Osayi

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Rodgers shares post match advice to Lookman after Celtic Atalanta draw

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 24, 2024

Celtic showed their resilience by securing a goalless draw against Atalanta in their UEFA Champions League group match. After suffering a heavy defeat to Borussia Dortmund weeks earlier, the Scottish club demonstrated mental strength to earn a valuable point in Bergamo. Atalanta’s Mario Pašalić had several opportunities to break the deadlock, but Celtic goalkeeper Kasper

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Isaac Success Scores Dramatic Match Winner on Debut

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 23, 2024

Isaac Success had a dream debut for his new club, Al Wasl, as he scored a dramatic match winning goal in their 2-1 victory over Al Gharafa in an AFC Champions League game. The former Udinese striker was introduced in the 76th minute, replacing Issiaka Sidibe, and went on to net the decisive goal in

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Chukwueze Scores Match Winner as AC Milan Defeats Okoye and Udinese

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 20, 2024

Samuel Chukwueze made a triumphant return from injury, scoring the match winning goal for AC Milan in their 1-0 victory over Udinese, which also saw him face fellow Nigerian Maduka Okoye. After missing time due to an injury sustained during the international break, Chukwueze was cleared to play following a late fitness test. Chukwueze scored

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Anas Strikes Hat Trick as Nasarawa United Triumph Over Abia Warriors

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 17, 2024

Anas Yusuf delivered an outstanding performance, scoring his second hat trick of the season to secure Nasarawa United’s 3-0 victory against Abia Warriors in NPFL’s Matchday 7 at Lafia Stadium. After a scoreless first half, Yusuf broke the deadlock in the 56th minute and quickly followed up with another goal just two minutes later. He

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Lookman Wins Italian Award Ahead of Super Eagles’ 2025 AFCON Qualifier

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 14, 2024

Ademola Lookman has received recognition in Italy just days before Nigeria’s crucial AFCON 2025 qualifier against Libya. The forward, who plays for Atalanta, was awarded the club’s Player of the Month for September, following a series of impressive performances that saw him contribute decisively in matches for both his club and country. On the international

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Eguavoen Hails Last Minute Win as a Welcome Boost for Super Eagles

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 12, 2024

Caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen expressed immense relief after Fisayo Dele Bashiru’s late goal secured a narrow 1-0 victory for the Super Eagles against Libya in Uyo. This result marks a critical win for Nigeria in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, with Eguavoen acknowledging the immense pressure lifted by the result. It was a huge relief for

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Awoniyi Explains Why Nuno Santo Benched Him in 1-1 Draw vs Chelsea

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 10, 2024

Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi clarified why he was benched in Nottingham Forest’s recent 1-1 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Awoniyi, who has seen limited game time this season with just 81 minutes across four matches, explained that head coach Nuno Espirito Santo’s decision was tactical, aiming to preserve the draw. Chris Wood scored

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Amuneke Hails Heartland’s First Win of the Season as ‘Big Relief’

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 7, 2024

Coach Emmanuel Amuneke expressed immense relief following Heartland FC’s first victory in the NPFL season, a 2-0 triumph over visiting Niger Tornadoes on Sunday. Michael Ogu was instrumental, scoring both goals for the Owerri based team, helping them secure their first win after three losses in their initial five games. Amuneke acknowledged the impact of

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Southampton Coach Praises Onuachu and Aribo Despite Loss to Arsenal

By Kelechi / Match Previews & Reviews / October 6, 2024

Despite Southampton’s 3-1 defeat to Arsenal in a Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium, head coach Russell Martin was full of praise for Super Eagles internationals Paul Onuachu and Joe Aribo. Southampton remains winless after seven games this season, having lost six and drawn one. In this match, Aribo returned to the starting lineup

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