Tag: Sir Alex Ferguson
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After nearly two decades, Mikel makes amends with Sir Alex Ferguson
Nigerian footballer John Obi Mikel has finally been forgiven by Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson, nearly 20 years after a dramatic transfer saga, the ex Super Eagles man revealed as gathered by Nigeriasoccernet.com. In 2005, a young Mikel signed for Manchester United, even posing in their kit at a press conference. However, a last-minute…
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Steve Cooper confirms Taiwo Awoniyi will be ‘out for months’ after surgery
Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper has confirmed that Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has undergone surgery and will be out for months, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. With the African Cup of Nations billed to start in January in Cote D’Ivoire, the Super Eagles striker will likely miss the tournament. Speaking on Thursday ahead of Saturday’s fixture against Brighton…
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EPL: Awoniyi is fully back in training – Cooper provides update
Nottingham Forest coach Steve Cooper has provided updates on some of the injured players in the team, one of which was a melody to the ears of the fans, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Cooper revealed Awoniyi is back in full training, which means the Nigerian international will be available for selection tomorrow when the Trees take on Wolverhampton…
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Good News: Awoniyi is running again
Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi is reported to be “recovering well” and he is also working off the sticks, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international was forced to leave the pitch in Nottingham Forest’s 1-0 win against Southampton at the St Mary’s Stadium despite scoring the winner. The 25 year-old forward since then has been on crutches…
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Injury Update: Nottingham Forrest coach talks Awoniyi with no date in sight.
Nottingham Forrest manager Steve Cooper claims he can’t give a date to forward, Taiwo Awoniyi’ return. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international has been sidelined since the start of last month, after being forced off in the 1-0 victory over Southampton. Awoniyi scored the winner in that game, but was substituted with 20 minutes to go…
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Awoniyi out of Nottingham-Leicester clash’ Cooper confirms
Nottingham Forest coach, Steve Cooper ahead of the tie against Leicester City has ruled out his team’s top striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, due injury. The Super Eagles striker has been the shining light for the Forest but has missed the last two games due to the injury he picked up in the game against Southampton at…