Tag: Bayer 04 Leverkusen
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DFB Pokal: Arminia Bielefeld eliminate Nigerian duo
Arminia Bielefeld has dumped the duo of Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella out of the DFB Pokal following a nervy 2-1 semi-final victory against Bayer Leverkusen to earn their place in the finals, a historic qualification in the club’s history, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. The defending champions who drew the first blood were shocked as the third-tier…
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Nathan Tella on target in Bayer Leverkusen’s big win against Eintracht Frankfurt
Nathan Tella has scored for the third game in a row as defending champions Bayer 04 Leverkusen further solidified their remarkable Bundesliga away record, wining four games in a row, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Xabi Alonso’s boys delivered a dominant 4-1 victory against Eintracht Frankfurt all thanks to goals from Nathan Tella, Nordi Mukiele, Patrik Schick and…
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Tella proud of Leverkusen’s display against Bayern
Bayer Leverkusen winger Nathan Tella has expressed pride in his side’s performance despite their 0-0 draw against Bayern Munich, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international felt Leverkusen were the better team, but were unable to capitalise on their dominance. Xabi Alonso’s side hit the woodwork twice and missed several good chances, while also preventing Bayern from…
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DFB Pokal: Boniface sends Leverkusen to the semis
Victor Boniface came off the bench to give DFB Pokal Holders, Bayer Leverkusen the Winner in extra time to defeat FC Koln in the DFB Pokal, Nigeriasoccertnet.com reports. Boniface scored his 10th goal of the season as the defending champions came from two goals down to beat FC Koln in the quarter-finals of the German…
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“It’s not so bad” – Xabi Alonso gives injury update on Nathan Tella
Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso has offered an update on Super Eagles international Nathan Tella ahead of the DFB Pokal quarter final clash against Koln, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Nathan Tella’s Bundesliga match against TSG Hoffenheim ended prematurely just before halftime. The Bayer 04 Leverkusen winger with his team leading 2-0,went down unchallenged, clutching his right hip.…
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Boniface delighted with scoring return for Leverkusen
Nigeria international Victor Boniface has expressed his delight after making a scoring return to the pitch for Bayer Leverkusen following a two-month injury layoff, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface, 24, sustained a thigh injury while on international duty in November, but marked his comeback with a goal in Leverkusen’s match against TSG Hoffenheim on Sunday. The striker…
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Xabi Alonso confirms Victor Boniface’s Bayer Leverkusen continuity
Bayer 04 Leverkusen head coach, Xabi Alonso has revealed that Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface will be re-integrated back into the team following a breakdown in his proposed move to Saudi Arabia despite recently signing a contract extension until 2029, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Al-Nassr showed concrete interest in his acquisition, sending in an official bid that…
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Nathan Tella shines in Bayer Leverkusen’s comeback against
Bayer 04 Leverkusen remain on track to dethrone Bayern Munich to the Bundesliga title this reason all thanks to Nathan Tella timely assist in the closing minutes of the game against Hoffenheim to complete a 2:1 victory at home, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Despite having over thirty attempts on goal, the home team was unable to equalize…
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Bundesliga: Nathan Tella shares Leverkusen’s game plan after victory one Bayern
Bayer Leverkusen forward, Nathan Tella has revealed how his side were able to convincingly triumph over perennial German Bundesliga champions, Bayern Munich, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Xavi Alonso’s side on Saturday solidified their grip on the top spot in the Bundesliga with a commanding 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich. Tella who contributed an assist to Leverkusen’s success…
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Tella assists Leverkusen extend Bundesliga Lead with convincing win Over Bayern Munich
Bayer Leverkusen solidified their grip on the top spot in the Bundesliga with a commanding 3-0 victory over Bayern Munich on Saturday, Nigeriasccernet.com reports. Alejandro Grimaldo’s goal was instrumental in Leverkusen’s triumph, further cementing their status as the only unbeaten team in Europe. This was after Nigeria international, Nathan Tella received a pass from the…
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Bayer 04 Leverkusen Victor Boniface undergoes successful operation on groin injury
Bayer 04 Leverkusen centre forward Victor Boniface has had an operation on a groin injury suffered in the build-up to the Africa Cup of Nations, the club has confirmed as gathered by Nigeriasocceernt.com. The successful operation on the Nigeria international was performed at the Charité hospital in Berlin by Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stöckle who also…
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Falconets midfielder Esther Onyenezide still in pain after U-20 World Cup Exit
Despite winning all their group games and getting maximum 9 points, the Falconets lost 0-2 to the Netherlands in the quarter-final of the competition and midfielder, Esther Onyenezide is still in pain. Onyenezide, one of Nigeria best legs at the tournament, said she is yet to get over the defeat as they have high hope…
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We were punished for our mistakes – Chris Danjuma
After the painful 0-2 loss to the Netherlands in the early hours of Monday in the quarterfinals of the U-20 women’s world cup, Coach Danjuma has reacted. The Falconets had been in an impeccable run before the quarterfinals, but got their wings clipped by the Dutch ladies. And Danjuma has revealed that his girls were…
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Falconets Bow Out Of Costa Rica
Nigeria U20 girls Falconets bow out of the Costa Rica FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in the early hours of Monday, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Following their stellar performances in the group stage where the Nigerian dominated, winning all their games and conceding just once, many tipped them to go all the way to the final…
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FIFA U20 WWC: Falconets title chances brightens as 3-time world champions, us crashes out
Falconets chances of finally winning the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup keeps increasing, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Initially it was Germany who on two occasions in the final defeated the Falconets that crashed out of the tournament in the group stages. Now, one of the tournament favourites and 3-time World Champions, the United States crashed out…
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FIFA U20 WWC: My tactics, game plans ruled Deborah out of South Korea tie – Danjuma
Falconets coach Chris Danjuma said his tactics and game plans against South Korea was the reason he left Deborah Abiodun out of the second game group encounter, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. Abiodun played a key role in the team’s opening game against France but to the surprise of many was left out of the team when the…
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Mohammed Mouktar charges Falconets to win U-20 World Cup
Chairman of FCT Football Association (FA) Mohammed Mouktar has urged Nigeria U-20 Women’s National Team, the Falconets to win the on going U-20 Women’s World Cup in Costa Rica, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. Mouktar made the appeal on Monday in Abuja after a novelty football match to mark his birthday celebration. The chairman commended the Nigerian girls…
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U20 WWC: Falconets seek to sustain perfect record against Canada
High-riding Nigeria will look to make it a perfect group phase campaign at the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup when they clash with Canada at the Estadio Alajuela Morera Soto in what would be the early hours of Thursday (3am) in Nigeria. Kick-off in Alajuela would be 8pm Costa Rica time on Wednesday. Riding high…
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FIFA U20 WWC: Tosin Demehin Hails Resilient Falconets
Following their brilliant performance on group C’s opening game against France which they won by a lone goal, captain of Nigeria’s U20 Women’s team Tosin Demehin has heaped some priases on her teammates. The Falconets who are two times finalist in the U20 Women’s World Cup against all odds defeated France 1-0 with Sabastine netting…
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(Watch) As Falconets Edge France In FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Group D Opener
A dream start it was for Nigeria’s Falconets as they beat France in their opening group D gane at the ongoing FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Costa Rica, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Falconets held their ground against the Europeans who on several occasions were close to taking the lead. In the 20th minute, Mexican referee…