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Brighton Defender Odel Offiah Open to Representing Super Eagles

Brighton Defender Odel Offiah Open to Representing Super Eagles

Brighton & Hove Albion defender Odel Offiah has expressed his interest in playing for Nigeria, despite being eligible to represent England. The 21 year old right back, born in London to Nigerian parents, is considering following the path of other English born players who have chosen to play for the Super Eagles. Offiah recently impressed […]

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Arsenal's Junaid Ready for U17 Euro Final Against Spain

Arsenal’s Junaid Ready for U17 Euro Final Against Spain

Arsenal’s promising midfielder, Omotara Junaid, has been cleared to play in England’s historic U17 Euro final against Spain after missing two consecutive games. This final marks the first time the Young Lionesses have reached this stage after nine attempts. Born in the USA to a British mother and Nigerian father, Junaid is eligible to represent

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Spain's Youth Stars Shine Osazuwa and Otorbi Ready for U17 Euro Debut

Spain’s Youth Stars Shine Osazuwa and Otorbi Ready for U17 Euro Debut

CD Leganés forward Sydney Osazuwa and Valencia winger David Otorbi Ejededawe are poised to make their mark as they represent Spain in the upcoming 2024 European U17 Championship in Cyprus from May 20 to June 5, Osazuwa and Otorbi have been named in Spain’s squad for their first major tournament. Born in Fuenlabrada to Nigerian

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Dele Bashiru Shines for Relegation Battlers Against Besiktas

Dele Bashiru Shines for Relegation Battlers Against Besiktas

Fisayo Dele Bashiru scored a crucial goal for Hatayaspor in their match against Besiktas as they fight to avoid relegation this season. Bashiru netted in the 55th minute, giving his team the lead. However, Besiktas equalized seven minutes into stoppage time through a penalty, ending the match in a draw. This goal marked Bashiru’s seventh

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Switzerland May Cap-Tie Salzburg's Bryan Okoh at Euro 2024

Switzerland May Cap-Tie Salzburg’s Bryan Okoh at Euro 2024

The Swiss Football Association has announced the national team’s provisional roster for the upcoming European Championship, including three players of Nigerian descent. Red Bull Salzburg’s central defender Bryan Okoh, who has only made two appearances for the Austrian club’s first team, has been named in the training camp squad. Manchester City’s Manuel Akanji and AC

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Nigerian Descended Players Excluded from Netherlands Euro 2024 Squad

Nigerian Descended Players Excluded from Netherlands Euro 2024 Squad

Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman has announced his provisional squad for the 2024 European Championship, with no players of Nigerian descent cutting. Notably, Bayern Munich academy product Joshua Zirkzee, who was scouted by former Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr, was omitted. Additionally, Kingsley Ehizibue, a 2020 Super Eagles invitee, and Everton’s Lagos born winger Arnaut Danjuma were

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PL Int'l Cup Final Eze Attends as Umeh Scores Winner for Crystal Palace

PL Int’l Cup Final Eze Attends as Umeh Scores Winner for Crystal Palace

Franco Umeh scored the decisive goal as Crystal Palace triumphed over PSV in the Premier League International Cup final, securing a 1-0 victory. The match, held at Selhurst Park, saw the presence of first team coach Oliver Gasner, star player Eberechi Eze, and several other first team members. Crystal Palace’s head coach Darren Powell fielded

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Nigerian Forward's Brace, Assist Propel St. Pauli to Bundesliga

Nigerian Forward’s Brace, Assist Propel St. Pauli to Bundesliga

Oladapo Afolayan, the dynamic Nigerian forward, was pivotal in St. Pauli’s successful bid for promotion to the Bundesliga, following a decisive 3-1 victory over Osnabruck. Afolayan’s stellar performance, featuring two goals and an assist, secured the win that propelled St. Pauli to the top of the Bundesliga 2 standings with 66 points, ensuring their place

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Rising Football Star Nwachukwu Idolizes Premier League Legends

Rising Football Star Nwachukwu Idolizes Premier League Legends

Udinese Primavera team captain Samuel Nwachukwu looks up to notable central defenders from the English Premier League for inspiration. During an exclusive interview with the official channel of Udinese, he shared his admiration for Antonio Rüdiger, now with Real Madrid, and Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool, highlighting their unique qualities that influence his playing style.

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