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England Monitoring Arsenal’s Ethan Nwaneri Amid Super Eagles Interest

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / February 17, 2025

England manager Thomas Tuchel is reportedly keeping a close eye on Arsenal’s teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri, as the Three Lions look to secure his international future and prevent a potential switch to Nigeria. According to Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, England is considering fast-tracking the 16 year old into the senior squad, a move that […]

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Leicester City Fullback Olabade Aluko Chooses Nigeria Over England

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / February 13, 2025

Leicester City fullback Olabade Aluko has officially committed his international future to Nigeria over England, despite being eligible to represent both nations. The 18 year old defender, born in 2006, has expressed his openness to joining Nigeria’s U20 team Flying Eagles ahead of the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations AFCON. Although Aluko and his

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Flying Eagles Call Up Chelsea, Ipswich Midfielders for Egypt Friendlies

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / February 12, 2025

Chelsea academy product Dubem Eze and Ipswich Town U21 midfielder Abube Onuchukwu have received their first call-ups to Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, ahead of a two-legged friendly against Egypt later this month. Nigeria, a seven-time U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON champion, will face Egypt on February 25 and 27 in Cairo.

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Crystal Palace winger Agbinone confirms Super Eagles eligibility

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / February 1, 2025

Crystal Palace’s rising star Asher Agbinone has confirmed his eligibility to represent Nigeria internationally through his Nigerian father, alongside England and the Republic of the Congo through his mother. Despite being uncapped at any level, the 19 year old remains a promising prospect for the Super Eagles. Agbinone, who joined Palace’s youth academy at the

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Middlesbrough’s Gitau Chooses Nigeria Over Germany, England, and Kenya

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / January 31, 2025

Promising Middlesbrough right back George Gitau has decided to represent Nigeria at the international level, prioritizing the Super Eagles over eligibility options for Germany, England, and Kenya. Born in Hamburg, the 21 year old qualifies for Nigeria through his father and for Kenya via his mother. He also holds eligibility to play for England through

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Dubem Dike: USC Gamecocks prospect eligible for Super Falcons

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / January 20, 2025

Dubem Dike, a promising young forward with Nigerian roots, is making waves at the University of South Carolina Gamecocks in the NCAA Southeastern Conference. Born in Greenville, South Carolina, to Nigerian parents Jude and Uchenna Dike, Dubem has built an impressive football career from her high school days to the collegiate level. At Greenville Technical

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Chelsea trained midfielder Eze eyes Flying Eagles after Nigeria switch

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / January 14, 2025

Chelsea trained midfielder Dubem Eze has committed to representing Nigeria internationally, turning down England, where he was born. Currently contracted to Bolton Wanderers until mid-2026, Eze is on loan at Chorley, a non-league side, for the remainder of the 2024–2025 season. The 20 year old spent eight years developing at Chelsea’s famed Cobham academy and

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Ipswich Town’s Abube Onuchukwu Commits International Future to Nigeria

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / January 14, 2025

Abube Onuchukwu, a 19 year old box to box midfielder for Ipswich Town, has pledged his international allegiance to Nigeria, despite being eligible to represent England through his British passport. The decision comes ahead of the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled to be held in the Ivory Coast, where Onuchukwu may play for

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Trevan Sanusi Makes Senior Newcastle United Debut in FA Cup Victory

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / January 13, 2025

Trevan Sanusi, a 17 year old forward of Nigerian descent, made his senior debut for Newcastle United in their 3-1 Emirates FA Cup third round victory over Bromley at St. James’ Park. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe fielded a much changed side, with Sanusi introduced as a substitute for William Osula, who had earlier scored Newcastle’s

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Isaac Schmidt Impresses in Full Leeds United Debut During FA Cup Win

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / January 12, 2025

Isaac Schmidt, a versatile Nigerian utility player, made a phenomenal full debut for Leeds United in their 1-0 FA Cup third round victory against Harrogate Town at Elland Road. The Lausanne born 25 year old showcased his defensive and all round capabilities, sparking questions about his limited Championship playing time. In the game against Harrogate

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