Tag: FC Nantes
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Moses Simon scores 7th French Ligue 1 goal
Nigeria Super Eagles winger Moses Simon was on the score sheet to continue his fine form, but he was able to stop his side, Nantes, from losing to Le Havre in Ligue 1 on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Simon netted early in the second half to make it 2-2, bringing his season tally to seven goals…
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Ligue 1: Moses Simon tops dribbles chart
Moses Simon is leading the way as the top dribbler this season in the French Ligue 1 as per Euro Football Rumors, the Nigeria international is once again proving how instrumental he is to FC Nantes as they push to avoid top-flight drop, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. As of March 3rd, 2025, the Ligue 1 season of…
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Moses Simon scores as FC Nantes beat Lens
Nigeria Super Eagles winger, Moses Simon put his name on the score sheet against RC Lens as his club FC Nantes won 3-1 at home on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Moses Simon scored from the spot to help FC Nantes on their way to a home French Ligue 1 victory over 10-men RC Lens at the…
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Ligue 1: Big blow for Nantes as star player could miss Len’s clash
FC Nantes are sweating on the fitness of Ligue 1 assist leader Moses Simon after the winger ended his training session earlier than expected with a potential knock set to keep him out of the game against Lens if he’s not passed fit in time, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. As per Fan FC Nantes Foot, the Super…
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Ligue 1: Moses Simon tops assist chart despite Monaco’s loss
One of the very positives for FC Nantes over the course of this season has been Moses Simon performances despite the team’s inconsistency, the Super Eagles winger had another applaudable outing in the loss today as AS Monaco made light work of the visitors with a 7-1 score-line at the Louis-II Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. His…
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Eric Chelle checks on Super Eagles players ahead of qualifiers
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle and his assistant Hedi Taboubi have been visiting players ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. On Friday, the duo watched winger Moses Simon in action for Nantes in their Ligue 1 match against Brest at the Stade de la Beaujoire.…
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Simon nominated for Ligue 1 Player of the Month
Nantes winger, Moses Simon is in contention for the Ligue 1 Player of the Month award for December/January, after being nominated alongside four other players, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international is recognised for outstanding performance, particularly his stunning strike in Nantes’ 1-0 victory over Stade Rennes on 8 December. Simon’s goal, which saw him dribble…
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Nantes star, Moses Simon welcomes third child
Nigeria winger, Moses Simon has announced the birth of his third child, a baby boy, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nantes forward took to social media to share the news, expressing his gratitude to God for the new addition to his family. “I find no words strong enough to express my exact feelings, I’m sincerely grateful to…
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Moses Simon assist Nantes to a point against Lyon
Moses Simon comes through with an assist in the 90th minute, to help FC Nantes earn a point in their French Ligue 1 encounter against Lyon, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles forward assisted Mohammed to score as the home side came from behind to play a 1-1 draw at Stade de la Beaujoire – Louis…
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Moses Simon reflects on spectacular goal in Nantes’ vital win against Stade Rennes
Moses Simon has expressed his satisfaction following his spectacular late goal that secured a 1-0 victory for Nantes against Stade Rennes in a thrilling Ligue 1 encounter on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. The Nigerian winger delivered the match-winning strike in the 89th minute, showcasing his exceptional dribbling and finishing skills. Picking up the ball on the…
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Ligue 1 celebrates Moses Simon 150 games milestone
French topflight league, Ligue 1 is celebrating FC Nantes forward Moses Simon after hitting an incredible 150-game milestone with his club, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. In 150 games that the Super Eagles international has featured, he has had a total of 56 goals involvement, scoring 27 goals and assisting 29 with the last of his attacking prowess…
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Chinaza Uchendu completes switch to FC Nantes from Galatasaray SK
FC Nantes have completed the transfer of Super Falcons star Chinaza Uchendu from Galatasaray SK at the back of a successful campaign where her team finished top of the Turkish championship last season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Speaking in her first interview with the club, the spoke; “I am happy to join the FC Nantes club. I…
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Moses Simon assist not enough as Nantes fall to Reims
Nigeria Super Eagles winger, Moses Simon could not prevent defeat for his Nantes side despite an assist in the game in the French Ligue 1, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Nantes fell 1-2 to Stade de Reims after going to the lead earlier in the game at La Beaujoire. Simon worked the ball for Douglass Augusto to score…
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Simon faces fresh injury concern ahead of new season
FC Nantes winger, Moses Simon is facing a new injury worry as the upcoming season approaches, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 28 year-old had previously missed the end of last season due to an injury sustained while on international duty in March against Mali. Despite impressing in pre-season for Nantes, scoring twice in two games, manager Antoine…
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“We are saddened by Moses’ injury…” Disheartened Nantes manager
FC Nantes manager Antoine Kombouare has voiced his disappointment following the loss of Moses Simon to injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The winger’s season came to an abrupt halt after fracturing his ankle during Nigeria’s 2-0 friendly against Mali on Tuesday. Simon, a pivotal figure for the Canaries, underwent successful surgery on Friday but is set to be…
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Injury blow: Moses Simon out for the rest of season
Nantes FC has declared that their Nigerian winger, Moses Simon, will be out for the remainder of the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The announcement follows Simon’s injury during Nigeria’s 2-0 friendly loss to Mali in Marrakech. The 28-year-old in quest to meet up with a through ball from his teammate, Alex Iwobi collided with the Malian…
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French Ligue 1: Moses Simon makes Nantes return in defeat to PSG
Super Eagles forward, Moses Simon made his return to club action on Sunday night in FC Nantes 2-0 loss against Ligue 1 table toppers PSG following a second placed finish with Nigeria at the just concluded 2023 AFCON in Abidjan, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Les Canaris thought their efforts had paid off with a goal in first…
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Official: Moses Simon and Nantes renewal vows for two more years
French Ligue 1 side, FC Nantes have confirmed the contract extention Nigerian forward, Moses Simon to 2026, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The pacy winger joined the Canaries on loan from Spanish club Levante at the start of 2019/20 season before the move was then made permanent the following campaign. Moses could have been a free agent next…
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Katsina United unveils Bala Abubakar as replacement for Tony Bolus
Nigeria Premier Football League side, Katsina United have appointed Bala Abubakar as the club’s new technical adviser on Wednesday Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. The interim Chairman Alh Kabir Dan’lami Rimi unveiled Abubakar as the Club New Technical Adviser after the sack of Tony Bolus. The former Niger Tornadoes gaffer has signed a one year contract with…
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Kogi Football Association boss salutes Osimhen, hails Oshoala and Nnadozie on winning CAF Awards
Chairman Kogi State Football Association, Mallam Hassan Wada has Congratulated Nigeria Super Eagles and Napoli Fc of Italy Forward ,Victor Osimhen after he was crowned Africa’s Footballer of the year for 2023 at an elaborate and well attended Ceremony in the tourist City of Marakech in Morrocco on Monday Night. The Kogi Football Boss said…