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Denmark Declines to Cap-Tie Manchester United Prospect Chido Obi-Martin

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / December 3, 2024

The Danish Football Association DBU has confirmed it will not hastily cap tie Manchester United striker Chido Obi-Martin, despite the growing interest from Nigeria in the dual national forward. Obi-Martin recently became the all time leading scorer in the U18 Premier League with 37 goals in 25 matches, further intensifying the competition for his international

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West Ham’s Tyron Akpata Keen to Represent Nigeria

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / December 2, 2024

Tyron Akpata, an 18 year old West Ham United midfielder, has expressed his desire to represent Nigeria despite being born and raised in England. Akpata, who joined West Ham at the U15 level and recently signed his first professional contract, has been promoted to the club’s development squad. He has made nine Premier League 2

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Top European Clubs Monitor Nnamdi Collins Despite Own Goal

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 29, 2024

Scouts from leading European clubs, including Barcelona, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur, attended FC Midtjylland’s UEFA Europa League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt to evaluate talent, including Nigerian right back Nnamdi Collins. The match, held at the MCH Arena, marked Collins’ tenth senior appearance for the Bundesliga side. Collins endured a challenging moment early in the

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England Provisional Cap for Super Falcons-Eligible Princess Ademiluyi

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 29, 2024

West Ham United loanee Princess Ademiluyi, eligible to represent Nigeria, is now provisionally tied to England after her debut for the Young Lionesses in a European Women’s Under19 Championship qualifier. The Charlton Athletic striker, wearing jersey number 16, came on as a substitute in the 62nd minute during England’s 2-1 win over Turkey. Ademiluyi previously

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Chioma Okafor: Rising Star Eligible for Nigeria’s Super Falcons

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 27, 2024

Chioma Okafor, a standout forward for the University of Connecticut UConn, has emerged as a promising talent eligible to represent Nigeria internationally. Born to a Nigerian father and a Malawian mother in Malawi, Okafor’s football journey reflects her perseverance and passion for the sport. Okafor’s talent first flourished in Malawi, where opportunities for girls in

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5 Goals in 6 Games: Obi Martin Shines for Manchester United Youth Teams

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 23, 2024

Chido Obi Martin has continued his impressive scoring streak for Manchester United’s youth teams, netting his fifth goal in six appearances during a 3-0 Premier League Cup victory over Leeds United on Saturday. The match played at the Carrington Training Centre, saw the prolific forward score in the 44th minute after a clever assist from

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Spurs Striker Dominic Solanke Plans Nigeria Visit Soon

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 23, 2024

Tottenham Hotspur forward Dominic Solanke has expressed his eagerness to connect with his Nigerian heritage, revealing his hopes of visiting Nigeria soon. In an interview with Showmax, Solanke shared his excitement about exploring his roots, stating, I haven’t been yet. I definitely need to take some time off soon and go see my roots, hopefully

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Midfielder Gonzales open to Nigeria switch despite Ecuador caps

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 22, 2024

Chidimma Estefania Ifema Gonzales, a versatile midfielder of Nigerian and Ecuadorian descent, has expressed openness to representing Nigeria at the senior international level despite having earned two caps for Ecuador. Born to a Nigerian father and an Ecuadorian mother, Gonzales currently plays for Asa Tel Aviv WFC in the Israeli Women’s Premier League. In a

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Arsenal’s Nwaneri admires Martinelli’s quality to enhance his game

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 20, 2024

Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri, who has been turning heads with his performances this season, has revealed one quality of teammate Gabriel Martinelli’s game that he admires the most his blistering speed. In a Q&amp A session posted on Arsenal’s official X account, the 17 year old midfielder shared, “I’d take Martinelli’s speed. I’d be fake

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Ex-Ireland U17 striker commits to Nigeria, says ‘I love my culture’

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / November 20, 2024

Blessing Kingsley, a former Republic of Ireland U17 international, has declared her commitment to represent Nigeria at the senior level, choosing the Super Falcons over Ireland. Born in Carlow, Ireland, to Nigerian parents, Kingsley currently plays for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in the United States. Kingsley’s football journey began at Presentation College and saw

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