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Sadiq Strikes Gold, Wins LaLiga Goal of the Month
Nigeria international Umar Sadiq has claimed the LaLiga Goal of the Month award for March, following a stunning strike in Valencia’s 3-3 draw with Osasuna, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sadiq’s sublime flick, which capped off a thrilling encounter, garnered the most votes to secure the accolade. The 28-year-old forward netted a brace for Los Che, with his…
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Sadiq Umar srikes again as Valencia edge Valladolid
Umar Sadiq scored his second goal in as many games to help Valencia secure a 2-1 victory over Real Valladolid at the Estadio de Mestalla on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Diego López gave Valencia an early lead, but Juanmi Latasa equalised for the visitors five minutes before half-time. Sadiq, however, netted the winner for the hosts…
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La Liga: Corberán praises Sadiq’s match-winning display
Valencia manager Carlos Corberán has heaped praise on Umar Sadiq after the Nigerian striker scored the winning goal in their 2-1 victory over Real Valladolid on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sadiq’s 54th-minute strike sealed a crucial three points for Los Che, boosting their chances of avoiding relegation. The 28-year-old has now scored five goals…
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Iheanacho completes Middlesbrough medical ahead of loan move
Sevilla striker, Kelechi Iheanacho has passed his medical with Middlesbrough, paving the way for a loan move to the Championship club until the end of the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sky Sports News understands that Middlesbrough will also have the option to buy the Nigeria international at the end of the season. Sevilla striker Kelechi Iheanacho…
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Official: Akor Adams completes move to Sevilla
Nigeria’s Akor Adams is a Sevilla player after completing all necessary medicals and contractual dealings on Monday, Nigeriasiccernet.com reports. From Benue State to Sevilla ? pic.twitter.com/fL3RRsttL5 — Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) January 27, 2025 The 24-year-old joins from French Ligue 1 side, Montpellier for a 4-year term after two seasons with the club scoring three goals…
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Pimienta denies disrespecting Iheanacho amid struggles
Sevilla manager Garcia Pimienta has rejected claims that he has disrespected forward Kelechi Iheanacho, amid the Nigerian’s struggles for regular playing time, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Former Nigeria international Finidi George had suggested that Iheanacho, who joined Sevilla on a free transfer last summer, had not been treated with respect by the club. However, Pimienta has insisted…
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Medicals: Sevilla set to Sign Akor Adams
Sevilla are closing in on the signing of Montpellier forward Jerome Akor Adams, with the Nigerian striker set to undergo a medical in Spain on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Montpellier and Sevilla have agreed to a deal, with the La Liga club paying €5.5m for the 24-year-old. Akor, a former…
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Sadiq frustrated by lack of game time in Real Sociedad
Nigerian striker, Umar Sadiq has expressed his dissatisfaction with his limited playing time in Real Sociedad, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 27-year-old Nigeria international joined Real Sociedad from Almeria in 2022, scoring on his debut, but his progress was hindered by a cruciate ligament injury that ruled him out for the remainder of the 2022/23 season. Sadiq…
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Nolito tips Iheanacho to turn corner at Sevilla
Former Sevilla star Nolito has expressed confidence that Kelechi Iheanacho will become a key player for the Rojiblancos, despite a slow start to his Sevilla career, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iheanacho, 28, joined Sevilla on a free transfer in the summer but has struggled to make an impact, scoring no league goals in six appearances. However, he…
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Serie A: Lookman’s brilliant brace stuns Napoli at home
Atalanta dealt Serie A leaders Napoli a surprise 2-1 defeat, thanks to Ademola Lookman’s stunning early brace, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Lookman struck twice in the first half, capitalizing on Atalanta’s tactical masterclass that caught Antonio Conte’s side off guard. The opener came when Matias Olivera’s clearance was flicked on by Charles De Ketelaere, allowing Lookman to…
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La Liga: Iheanacho eyes regular goalscoring form at Sevilla
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has set his sights on consistent goalscoring for Sevilla, following his brace in Wednesday’s Copa del Rey win over Las Rozas, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iheanacho’s double marked a breakthrough for the Nigerian, who had struggled to find his footing since joining the Spanish club. “Hopefully, there are more goals to come,…
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Sevilla: Ejuke and Iheanacho return to Sevilla in perrfect condition after Libya ordeal
Sevilla manager, Garcia Pimienta has confirmed that Nigerian players Chidera Ejuke and Kelechi Iheanacho have returned to the club in perfect condition after their harrowing airport experience in Libya, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. “Very unpleasant. Professional players having to spend so much time in an airport is something that cannot happen,” Pimienta said. “The federations have to…
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Getafe target Real Sociedad’s Sadiq for January transfer
La Liga side, Getafe are reportedly plotting a January move for Real Sociedad striker Umar Sadiq, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Sadiq, 25, has struggled to establish himself since joining Real Sociedad from Almeria in 2022, making just two league starts this season. Getafe manager José Bordalás is said to be a keen admirer of the Nigerian international, according…
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Iheanacho still finding feet at Sevilla – Pimienta
Sevilla head coach, Garcia Pimienta admits Kelechi Iheanacho is struggling to recapture his top form since joining Los Rojiblancos, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian striker, who arrived with a strong reputation from the Premier League, has failed to score or assist in four league appearances. Pimienta attributed Iheanacho’s slow start to his delayed pre-season training and…
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Sevilla: Pimienta urge Ejuke to maintain momentum
Sevilla head coach, Garcia Pimienta has challenged Nigerian winger Chidera Ejuke to replicate his match-winning performance in the club’s 2-1 victory over Real Valladolid, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ejuke, who came off the bench, scored the decisive goal five minutes from time, securing Sevilla’s second LaLiga win of the season in the process. The 25-year-old’s maiden goal…
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Iheanacho impresses on Sevilla debut despite defeat
Sevilla head coach, Javier Pimienta praised Kelechi Iheanacho for his performance in the team’s 2-1 loss to Villarreal on Friday night. Despite the Nigerian forward playing only 13 minutes on his debut the forward had an impressive showing. Iheanacho replaced Isaac Romero late in the game and quickly made an impact, coming close to scoring…
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Perez ensures Iheancho, Ejuke’s debut for Sevilla end in defeat
Rewrite Bad day at the office as Nigeria internationals, Kelechi Iheancho and Chidera Ejuke made debut for Sevilla in a 2-1 defeat to Villarreal, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iheanacho and Ejuke joined the Rojiblancos on a free transfer this summer. Ejuke was left on the bench in Sevilla’s 2-2 draw against Las Palmas last weekend. Iheanacho was,…
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Portugal, Real Madrid great Pepe retires at 41
EmailPrint Open Extended Reactions Portugal defender Pepe has retired from football, the 41-year-old said on Thursday. Pepe’s last game came at Euro 2024, where Portugal were defeated by France on penalties in the quarterfinals, and he became the oldest player to appear at a European Championship finals tournament. He made 141 appearances for his country,…
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Chelsea close in on Omorodion’s deal
Chelsea are nearing a deal to sign Spanish forward Samu Omorodion from Atletico Madrid, as the Spanish club seeks to raise funds for their own transfer business, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports Atletico agreed an £81.5m deal to sign Manchester City’s Julian Alvarez on Monday, and selling Omorodion will help finance the move. Personal terms according to BBC…