Player Profiles - Football In Nigeria

Ndidi Reaches Milestone at Leicester City,a Feat Few Players Boast Of

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / October 20, 2024

Wilfred Ndidi marked a major career milestone on Saturday as he made his 200th Premier League appearance for Leicester City in their 3-2 victory over Southampton at St. Mary’s Stadium. This achievement places Ndidi among a select group of players who have played over 200 matches for Leicester in the Premier League. Only Jamie Vardy […]

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Rising Star Profile Mohammed Simon Garba

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / October 9, 2024

At just 17, Mohammed Simon Garba is emerging as one of Nigeria’s most promising young footballers. Currently playing as a winger for Nasarawa United FC in the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, Garba has gained attention with his impressive pace, technical skill, and goal scoring capabilities. His journey from Gwagwalada to the NPFL underscores his

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Josh Maja Nets Seventh Goal for West Brom Despite Loss to Stoke City

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / September 29, 2024

Josh Maja, the Nigerian striker, continued his impressive form for West Bromwich Albion by scoring his seventh goal of the season in the English Championship. Maja’s goal came in a 3-2 defeat to Stoke City, where he found the back of the net with a well placed header inside the box. Maja, who has one

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Atalanta reveal Lookman set new personal record after goal against Como

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / September 27, 2024

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has set a new personal record after scoring in Atalanta’s 3-2 loss to Como in a Serie A match. Lookman, who came off the bench in the second half, converted a penalty in stoppage time, marking the first time in his Serie A career that he has scored in four

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Son of Super Eagles Star Sets Top Target in Belgium

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / September 19, 2024

Kaye Furo, the son of former Super Eagles defender Furo Iyenemi, has set his sights on becoming the top scorer in the Belgian second division this season. The 17 year old striker, who joined Club Brugge from Antwerp seven years ago, has already made an impact, scoring four goals in as many matches for Club

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Oyedeji nominated for Arsenal Goal of the Month, competes with Ajala

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / September 7, 2024

Nigerian forward Nathan Butler Oyedeji has been nominated for two prestigious individual awards following his impressive start to the 2024-2025 season. The Arsenal academy graduate is up for both the Arsenal Goal of the Month and Premier League 2 Player of the Month awards for August 2024. Butler Oyedeji, who has played every minute of

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Critics Fuel My Energy, Insists Arokodare

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / August 22, 2024

Tolu Arokodare, the Genk striker, has expressed that criticism only motivates him to perform better. Recently, he faced criticism from both fans and Belgian football pundit Wesley Sonck, who disapproved of Arokodare’s sleeveless attire during warm ups. In response, Arokodare stated, The criticism gives me extra energy in a way. He explained that his choice

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Antonio Nusa Chooses Bundesliga Over Premier League

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / August 15, 2024

Antonio Nusa, the 19 year old football sensation whose father is Nigerian, has chosen to join RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, bypassing potential moves to the Premier League and Serie A. Nusa signed a five year contract with Leipzig, with the transfer estimated to have cost over 21 million euros. He is seen as a

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Arsenal and West Ham Eye Young Nigerian Talent, Simone Reilly

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / August 14, 2024

Top English clubs Arsenal and West Ham have shown interest in 16 year old Simone Reilly, a promising midfielder currently playing for Bohemian FC in the Republic of Ireland. Reilly, who has been included in the provisional squad for Nigeria’s Falconets ahead of the 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia, has attracted attention

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“New Osimhen” Omorodion’s Transfer to Chelsea Collapses

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / August 12, 2024

The proposed transfer of Samu Omorodion, often referred to as the “New Osimhen,” to Chelsea has collapsed. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that the deal, which involved a 40 million euro transfer fee agreed upon between Atletico Madrid and Chelsea, is “100% off” due to significant but unspecified issues. The 20 year old striker,

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