Tag: Gasperini
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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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“He is quick, good at dribbling, even strong with his head”Gasperini hails l Lookman’s development
Gian Piero Gasperini, manager of Atalanta, has acknowledged the significant improvement in the performance of Ademola Lookman since his arrival at the club, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Lookman, now in his second season at Gewiss Stadium, joined Atalanta from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig two years ago. The 26-year-old showcased his prowess last season by emerging as La…
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Lookman in good shape for Atalanta’s Serie A Showdown with AC Milan
Atalanta’s manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, has confirmed the fitness of Ademola Lookman ahead of their coming Serie A encounter with AC Milan, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The clash is set to take place at the Stadio Giuseppe Meaza, San Siro, this Sunday. Lookman, who recently returned from Africa Cup of Nations duty with an injury, was absent…
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Super Eagles duo Iheanacho and Ndidi could break records with Leicester City
When Leicester City’s relegation fate was sealed last season, it was significant for Nigerian soccer as well as English soccer. Both Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi are regulars of the Nigerian national team, but they’re also irreplaceable talents for the Foxes. Leicester’s drop-down to the Championship has massively harmed the club. However, this pressure has also affected Iheanacho…
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NWFL: Abia, Heartland Oriental Derby takes center stage
Still ruing the sore noses at Lafia, Heartland Queens are well-poised for the first time ever oriental derby against nextdoor neighbours, Abia Angels. The epic clash, NWFL Premiership matchday 3 at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba, Abia state on Wednesday, November 29, will go down in history as the first competitive game between the…
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2023/24: Yusuf Alli task Edo Queens to reignite winning mentality ahead of away trip to Sunshine Queens
Following a devastating 3-1 away defeat to Rivers Angels in week 2 of the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL, premiership played at the Adokiye Amesiemeka Stadium in Port Harcourt last Wednesday, digital Chairman of Edo State Sports Commission Yussuf Alli, (Olympian) has charged Edo Queens FC to put behind them Rivers Angels defeat and reignite…
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Nwaneri relishes Abia Angels return for NWFL Premiership derby
Heartland Queens’ chief coach, Adanna Nwaneri has said her matchday 3 home visit to former club side will end in glory. The Owerri side will be the guests of nextdoor neighbours, Abia Angels in Wednesday’s NWFL Premiership matchday 3 oriental derby at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba. The former Nigerian player who was in…
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NWFL 2023/24 – How Solaty Fatimoh helped Dannaz Ladies win historic game against Naija Ratels
Dannaz Ladies assistant captain, Solaty Fatimoh was an instrumental figure to the club as they picked a vital first Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) win against Naija Ratels, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Lagos-based side defeated Naija Ratels 2-0 at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Wednesday. Delight Isaac scored the two goals in both halves as Solaty…
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NWFL: Abia Angels, Confluence Queens maintain perfect start as Remo Ladies hold Delta Queens
Abia Angels FC recorded another win in their second match of the Nigeria Women Football League season after defeating Royal Queens in Sapele on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Following their 3-2 win over Adamawa Queens on match day 1 at the Enyimba International Stadium, the Aba side followed with a 1-0. Abia Angels’ win came courtesy…
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Bayelsa Queens edge Ekiti Queens
Bayelsa Queens FC on Wednesday 22 November, 2023 defeated hard fighting Ekiti Queens in Matchday 2 of the NWFL Premiership at the Samson Siasia Stadium. The Prosperity Girls turned on the power in the first half as Shakirat Moshood scored the first goal in the 17 minute of play from a loose ball and she…
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NWFL 24 – Edo Queens looking to build on blistering start ahead of Rivers Angels clash
Edo Queens Football Club of Benin will this week Wednesday November 22nd 2023, at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium Port Harcourt Rivers State be hosted to an epic battle by Rivers Angels in Week 2 of the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL for the 2023/24 season. Edo Queens who currently top Group B with 3 points…
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2023/24 NWFL : Nasarawa Amazons VS Heartland Queens match preview
High-flying Heartland Queens will have their hands filled to the brim against former champions, Nasarawa Amazons in Wednesday’s NWFL Premiership matchday 2 clash at the Lafia City Stadium. Prior to the historic and first ever topflight matchup between the premier leaguers, the Owerri mainstreams dismissed the challenges of the wayfarers from the Oil City of…
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NWFL Super Six to hold from June 9
The 2023 Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL Premiership management has announced that the league Super Six tournament will now hold from June 9 to 16, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The announcement was made by the league body via its tweeter handle on Tuesday where it revealed that the new date has been confirmed by the Nigeria Football…
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NWFL Nationwide: Ten teams to slug it for promotion spots
A total of ten clubs will be participating in the promotional round of the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Nationwide, Nigeriasoccernet.com has gathered. The league season will kick off on May 22 with ten teams jostling for two promotion tickets in Benin City, Edo State Capital. The 10 teams have been drawn into two groups…
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NWFL Premiership Super 6: To hold in Delta State
The board of the Nigeria Women’s Football League, NWFL Premiership has announced Asaba, Delta State as hosts of the 2023 season Super Six competition on Monday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In a release to club chairmen and general managers of the six participating clubs, the NWFL stated that the schedule for the competition which will take place…
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NWFL’23: It’s fulfilling and incredible – Onyenezide about Robo Queens’ Super 6 qualification
After Robo Queens completed the list of teams in NWFL Premiership Super Six, Nigeria’s U-20 star, Esther Onyenezide has described the feat as fulfilling, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Lagos Landladies defeated Confluence Queens in their final match of the regular season by four goals to nil to get the spot ahead of Nasarawa Amazons. Their win…
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NWFL’23: Delta Queens keep unbeaten till the end as Bayelsa Queens, Nasarawa Amazons win big
It was an exhilarating end to the 2022/2023 Nigeria Women’s Football League, NWFL Premiership abridged season as Delta Queens ended the regular season without a loss, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The league group A leaders played a one all draw against former champions, Rivers Angels at the Asaba Township Stadium on Wednesday going without a loss with…
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NWFL’23: Robo Queens pick last Super 6 spot
Lagos based club, Robo Queens have gained qualification to the 2022/2023 Nigeria Women’s Football League, NWFL Premiership Super Six tournament, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports The feat was achieved after the Lagos Landladies defeated Confluence Queens in their final day game of the regular season by four goals to nil at the Legacy Pitch, Surulere. After Delta Queens,…
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NWFL’23: Super Six ticket excites Confluence Queens Whyte Ogonda
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Securing Super Six ticket is the dream of every team and managers in the Nigeria Women Football Championship Premiership and Confluence Queens manager case wasn’t different as they book their place in the most coveted playoff, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. Confluence Queens needed just a point to book their place in the Super Six and they did…
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NWFL: Bayelsa, Confluence, Edo Queens, Rivers Angels all progress to super 6 as Osun Babes get relegated
Four more teams have joined Delta Queens in securing places in the super six tournament of the Nigeria Women’s Football League, NWFL Premiership, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Reigning champions, Bayelsa Queens, 2021 champions, Rivers Angels, Confluence Queens and Edo Queens all progressed to the deciding tournament after wins in the match day 13 matches. Bayelsa United compounded…