Category: World News
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Boniface on song in Germany
Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface returned to the scoring sheet on Sunday as Bayer Leverkusen crushed Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 in the German Bundesliga matchday 32 fixture played at the Deutsche Bank Park, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. Victor who was an unused sub in Leverkusen’s 2-0 away win at Rome in the UEFA Europa League semifinal first leg…
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Chelsea present Lukaku and funds to Napoli over signing Osimhen
Premier League outfit, Chelsea Football Club has initiated discussions with Napoli as they pursue the signing of Victor Osimhen this summer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The London club are preparing to launch a substantial bid to secure the services of the 24 year-old striker ahead of the upcoming season. The proposed deal according to per Di Marzio currently…
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Bayer Leverkusen’s Boniface clinches spot in Bundesliga Team of the Season
Despite a three-month setback due to an adductor injury, Bayer Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface secures a coveted spot in the Bundesliga Team of the Season. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Moving from Union Saint Gillose in Belgium to Leverkusen last season the 23 year-old took the league by storm netting seven times in his first 10 games and…
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Osimhen: I am inspired by Didier Drogba
Nigeria’s football sensation, Victor Osimhen, unveils the driving forces behind his game, citing Chelsea legend Didier Drogba as his primary influence. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The African Footballer of the year has consistently expressed admiration for the Ivorian maestro, attributing his style and approach to Drogba’s impactful legacy. Recalling his upbringing, Osimhen reveals how he was immersed…
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Consecutive goals for Ndidi in Leicester City’s big win over Southampton
Wilfred Ndidi continued his brilliant display in Leicester City’s big win over Southampton in the English Championship on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles midfielder struck the Foxes second as the breeze pass the Saints at the King Power Stadium as they move closer to securing promotion back to the English Premier League. Leicester’s hero…
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Gasperini hails Lookman’s Impact in victory over Monza
Ademola Lookman’s pivotal role in Atalanta’s triumph over Monza has earned him praise from manager Gian Piero Gasperini, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 26-year-old winger provided two assists in La Dea’s 2-1 away victory, including a corner kick that led to Charles De Ketelaere’s goal just before halftime. Gasperini commended Lookman, along with his teammates, for their…
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De Laurentiis unhappy with Osimhen, ready to partway with his star striker
Napoli President, Aurelio De Laurentiis is frustrated with his players amid a disappointing season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Azzuri President according to La Gezatte dello Sport is allowing unhappy stars like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Giovanni Di Lorenzo to depart in the summer if they wish. The club’s struggles, with just 49 points in 33 matches, have…
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Aribo scores asSouthampton fall to Cardiff
Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo was on target as Southampton fell to a league defeat away at Cardiff in the English Championship on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aribo had opened score for the Saints earlier on but the Bluebirds came back in the second half to win 2-1 at the Cardiff City Stadium. The Nigerian opened…
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Lookman’s double assist earn Atalanta victory
Nigeria Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman propelled his side Atalanta BC to victory in their matchday 32 encounter in the Italian Serie A on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. ??demol?? ?@Alookman_ #MonzaAtalanta#SerieA #GoAtalantaGo ??? pic.twitter.com/x3hAxdjjWf — Atalanta B.C. (@Atalanta_BC) April 21, 2024 Lookman’s double assist to El Bilal Touré and Charles De Ketelaere sealed the win for…
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Wilfred Ndidi scores 5th goal of the season in win over Maja’s Westbrom
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Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi was on the score sheet as Leicester City recorded a vital win at home over West Brom to go back top of the English Championship, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ndidi struck his 5th of the season with the Foxes opener as they edged the Baggies 2-1 at the King Power Stadium to…
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Ndidi strike secures victory for top flight chasers, Leicester City
Wilfred Ndidi proved decisive as Leicester City clinched a crucial 2-1 victory over West Bromwich Albion at the King Power Stadium, further bolstering their bid for Premier League promotion, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The defensive midfielder found the back of the net, marking his fifth goal of the season and setting the tone for Leicester’s dominance in…
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Crystal Palace eyeing Atalanta’s Lookman for summer transfer move
Premier League outfit, Crystal Palace is reportedly eyeing a move for Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman in the upcoming summer transfer window, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to sources cited by The Palace Way, the Eagles are eager to bolster their squad with additional quality wingers. Currently boasting the talents of Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise, the London-based…
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Fulham in tallks for possible return of Chuba Akpom
Premier League outfit Fulham FC is in discussions with Ajax Amsterdam regarding the potential return of former Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Akpom, who made the move to the Dutch Eredivisie last summer after an impressive season with Middlesbrough in the English Championship, is reportedly discontent with his playing time at Ajax and is…
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“Why Arsenal may shy away from Osimhen signing,” Romano
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano sheds light on Arsenal’s potential hesitation in securing Victor Osimhen amidst reports of the Gunners scouting for a new striker, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathers. While Mikel Arteta’s squad has persistently been linked with Osimhen, Romano suggests that the hefty financial demands surrounding the player could pose a significant barrier to the deal. Speaking…
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Juventus eyeing move for Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi
Serie A giants Juventus have set their sights on Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi ahead of the summer transfer window, Nigeroasoccernet.com reports. With Ndidi approaching the final months of his contract with Leicester City, speculation mounts regarding his potential departure from the club on a free transfer. Tuttosport reports that the Nigeria international is among…
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Ademola Lookman: “Premier League style suits me better”
Ademola Lookman, a former Everton player now with Atalanta, emphasizes his preference for the English football style over that of Italy, where he currently plies his trade, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Born in England, Lookman, boast experience from the English Premier League with clubs such as Everton, Fulham, and Leicester City. Despite a stint in Germany with…
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Victor Boniface uveils secret to Bayer Leverkusen’s Bundesliga triumph
In a historic moment for Bayer Leverkusen, the club clinched their inaugural Bundesliga title with a resounding 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen at the BayArena, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. This victory marked the end of Bayern Munich’s 11-year dominance in the German top-flight. Under the leadership of manager Xabi Alonso, Leverkusen has emerged as an unstoppable force,…
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Lookman fires blank as Atalanta share spoils with Verona
Super eagles forward, Ademola Lookman was a second half substitute as Atalanta threw a 2-goal lead away to draw 2-2 with visiting Hellas Verona at the 21,300 capacity Gewiss Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com report. Racing to an early two goals lead in the first twenty minutes from the boots of Gianluca Scamacca (13′) and Éderson (18), one would think…
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Oliseh tips Boniface to lead Nigeria to AFCON glory
Following his impressive performances this season that has so far seen him register 11 goals and 8 assists in 18 league games for Bayer Leverkusen as they won their first ever Bundesliga title on Sunday, former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh believes Boniface will sooner or later lead Nigeria to continental glory and more, Nigeriasoccernet.com…
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Victor Osimhen’s goal not enough as Napoli drop 2 points at home
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Nigeria Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen was on the score sheet for Napoli as they played a 2-2 draw at home to Frisone in the Italian Serie A on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Osimhen scored his 13th goal of the season to restore the hosts’ lead, but Walid Cheddira equalled score as it ended with nothing…