Tag: Club Brugge
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Onyedika rues Club Brugge’s late collapse against Villa
Club Brugge midfielder, Raphael Onyedika has expressed disappointment after his side’s 3-1 home defeat to Aston Villa in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Belgian champions were on course for a draw before conceding twice in the final eight minutes at the Jan Breydelstadion on Tuesday night. “It was a tough…
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Onyedika returns to boost Nigeria’s World Cup hopes
Nigeria have received a significant boost ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, with Raphael Onyedika returning to action, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 23-year-old defensive midfielder had been sidelined with an injury sustained during Club Brugge’s league match against Standard Liege last month. Onyedika was omitted from the matchday squad…
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Major boost for Club Brugge as Raphael Onyedika returns to training ahead of huge UCL clash
Ahead of the round 16 UEFA Champions League clash against Aston Villa tomorrow, Club Brugge has received a major boost with the return of midfield ace Raphael Onyedika, who missed the last league game against KAA Gent through injury, Nigeraiscoocernet.com writes. With so much anticipation building for the sold-out showdown, the Nigerian midfielder who was…
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Injured Raphael Onyedika doubtful for crucial UCL tie against Aston Villa
It’s absolutely certain that Raphael Onyedika will not be available for the game against KAA Gent tomorrow in the Jupiler Pro League but much more worrisome for head coach Nicky Hayen is the doubt that surrounds his availability for the crucial UCL game against Aston Villa next week, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Belgian news outfit HLN reports…
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Lookman defends penalty decision amid Gasperini criticism
Nigerian forward, Ademola Lookman has revealed that he was given permission by Atalanta’s designated penalty taker to take the spot-kick in their 3-1 Champions League defeat to Club Brugge, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Lookman, who scored immediately after the restart, saw his penalty saved by Simon Mignolet and was subsequently criticised by manager Gian Piero Gasperini. However,…
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“He has a frankly terrible record” Gasperini slams Lookman for penalty blunder
Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has strongly criticised Ademola Lookman for taking a penalty in their UEFA Champions League play-off tie against Club Brugge, describing him as “one of the worst penalty takers” he has ever seen, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Italian outfit crashed out of the competition, losing 3-1 at home and 5-2 on aggregate,…
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“I am very happy at Club” Onyedika focused on Club Brugge
Nigeria midfielder, Raphael Onyedika has reiterated his commitment to Club Brugge, despite reported interest from several top European clubs, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 23-year-old was close to joining Turkish champions Galatasaray last summer, and his impressive performances have also caught the attention of AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain, Porto, and Borussia Dortmund. However, Onyedika has stressed that…
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Arokodare and Onyedika named in Belgian League Golden XI
Nigerian midfielders Raphael Onyedika and Tolu Arokodare have been recognised for their outstanding performances in the Belgian League, with both players named in the Golden XI for 2024, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onyedika, 23, is one of eight Club Brugge players to make the selection, following a stellar campaign that saw the midfielder play a pivotal role…
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Raphael Onyedika on the radar of top European giants
Nigeria international Raphael Onyedika is reportedly on the radar of top European clubs which includes Bayern Munich, and PSG as they eye up a summer move for the £25 million Club Brugge’s midfield ace, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Borussia Dortmund, Porto, and AC Milan have all expressed interest in the player, according to The Telegraph. However, his…
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Onyedika delighted with first Champions League goal
Club Brugge midfielder, Raphael Onyedika has expressed his excitement after scoring his first-ever UEFA Champions League goal against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onyedika’s strike proved to be a consolation as Brugge lost 3-1 to the Premier League giants on Wednesday night. The Nigeria international struggled to contain his emotions after the…
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Croky Cup: Tolu Arokodare’s goal not enough as Genk fall to Club Brugge
Tolu Arokodare was on the scoresheet once again in continuation of his prolific season run as KRC Genk fell to a 1-2 loss in the first leg of the semi-finals of the Croky Cup at Club Brugge, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian forward had given the visitors the lead before half time but the West Flemish…
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Raphael Onyedika aims high with Club Brugge in Champions League campaign
Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has expressed his determination to see Club Brugge achieve more than just participation in this season’s UEFA Champions League, Nigerisoccernet.com writes. Speaking about the team’s ambitions, Onyedika emphasized that they aim to challenge for the title, building on their recent performances in Europe’s elite competition. The Nigerian international featured prominently…
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UCL: Chukwueze delighted with AC Milan’s win
AC Milan’s Samuel Chukwueze praised his team’s 3-1 UEFA Champions League victory over Club Brugge at the Guiseppe Meazza, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Chukwueze, introduced in the 60th minute, provided the assist for Tijjani Reijnders’ third goal. LOOK AT THIS RUN BY CHUKWUEZE ???pic.twitter.com/GbGh0xjiUt — gabe?? (@itsgabe20) October 22, 2024 “It’s a great moment, having this confidence.…
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Onyedika to face Club Brugge talks after Champions League Red Card
Club Brugge manager, Nick Hayen plans to have a calm discussion with Raphael Onyedika following the Nigerian sending-off in Tuesday’s 3-1 loss to AC Milan at the San Siro, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onyedika received a red card for a poor challenge five minutes before halftime, his second in four Champions League appearances. Hayen emphasized the need…
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Hayen slams “harsh” red card decision against Onyedika
Club Brugge manager, Nicky Hayen has expressed dismay over the red card given to Nigerian midfielder, Raphael Onyedika in Saturday’s match against Sporting Charleroi, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onyedika was dismissed in the 55th minute for a robust tackle, which Hayen deemed excessive punishment. “That is never a red card,” Hayen said post-match. “Yes, he goes…
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Club Brugge block Onyedika’s exit
Belgian champions Club Brugge have opted to retain Nigerian international Raphael Onyedika despite extensive speculation linking him with a move away from the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Throughout the summer transfer window, Onyedika was frequently mentioned in transfer rumors, with several reports indicating that Club Brugge had reached an agreement with an undisclosed club for…
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Onyedika’s departure from Club Brugge “real possibility”
Club Brugge manager, Nicky Hayen has acknowledged that Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika may leave the club this summer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 23 year-old has attracted interest from an unnamed Saudi club, which has reportedly offered €20 million for his services. Hayen confirmed that Onyedika’s departure is a “real possibility” during a press conference on Friday.…
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Nicky Hayen stands by Onyedika despite red card in Fiorentina
Club Brugge manager Nicky Hayen has chosen not to lay blame on midfielder Raphael Onyedika following his sending off in Thursday night’s UEFA Europa Conference League showdown against Fiorentina. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. With Onyedika’s dismissal, the Italian side capitalized on their numerical advantage to secure a 3-2 victory in the first leg of the semi-final tie.…
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Crystal Palace eye Belgian Pro Lig star, Raphael Onyedika
Crystal Palace, a Premier League club, has joined the race for the signature of Nigerian talent Raphael Onyedika, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The player’s stellar performances for Club Brugge in the Belgian Pro League have attracted attention from several top clubs, including LaLiga powerhouse Barcelona. Palace’s recruitment chief, Dougie Freedman, was reportedly in Belgium recently to scout…
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Club Brugge eye Ighodaro as potential top scorer replacement
Belgian Pro League frontrunner, Club Brugge, has expressed keen interest in securing the services of Nigerian forward, Etiosa Ighodaro, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. This strategic move comes as the club anticipates the departure of their leading goal-getter, Igor Thiago, who is poised for a switch to the prestigious Premier League at the close of the season. Ighodaro,…