Tag: Southampton
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Juric praises Onuachu’s impressive display after drawing Palace
Southampton manager Ivan Juric has hailed the performance of striker Paul Onuachu, following the team’s 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu scored a superb header in the 20th minute, rising to meet Mateus Fernandes’ cross and direct the ball past Dean Henderson. Although Crystal Palace equalised in stoppage time through substitute Matheus Franca,…
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Onuachu’s goal unable to lift Southampton pass Palace
Super Eagles striker, Paul Onuachu could not have the last laugh as his goal could not secure a first Premier League win in two months on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu scored first before Crystal Palace equalled the score to end the tie 1-1 at St Mary’s Stadium. Onuachu who returned to the starting lineup following…
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Ivan Juric set to experiment Joe Aribo in defence
Ivan Juric, Southampton’s head coach has hinted that the Super Eagles midfielder would be used as a makeshift midfielder ahead of the FA Cup clash against Championship side Burnley, stating that his strong physique and confidence on the ball have easily helped him to make that tactical tweak, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Aribo who was on target…
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Official: Victor Udoh is a Saint!
Southampton Football Club has officially announced the signing of Nigerian forward Victor Udoh from Royal Antwerp, pending international clearance, beating the January transfer window deadline to complete the deal. The 20-year-old has inked a three-and-a-half-year deal with the Saints and will initially join the club’s Under-21 squad to continue his development, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. Udoh’s move…
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Victor Udoh set for Southampton move from Royal Antwerp
Nigerian forward Victor Udoh is on the verge of completing a transfer to Southampton from Royal Antwerp, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. Romano confirmed that the Premier League club has reached an agreement with the Belgian Pro League side for Udoh’s transfer. “EXCL: Southampton agree fee to sign Victor Udoh from Royal…
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Joe Aribo urges Southampton to keep fighting for Premier League survival
Southampton midfielder Joe Aribo has emphasized the team’s determination to remain in the English Premier League, despite their current struggles at the bottom of the table, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com. The Saints, who have managed just nine points in 24 games, secured a crucial away victory against Ipswich Town on Saturday, with Paul Onuachu’s 87th-minute winner sealing…
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“Great guy” Juric hails Aribo’s versatility
Southampton manager Ivan Juric has praised midfielder Joe Aribo for his impressive performance in the Saints’ 2-1 victory over Ipswich Town, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aribo scored the opening goal and was named Man of the Match, despite being played out of position. The Nigerian international’s goal was his second in the league this season, and Juric…
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Aribo, Onuachu lead Southampton to victory after 2 months
Joe Aribo and Ebere Paul Onuachu emerged as Southampton’s heroes, scoring both goals to secure their first win since November, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aribo and Onuachu netted in the first and second half for Southampton, securing a crucial 2-1 victory over Ipswich on their home turf on Saturday. Joe Aribo found the back of the net…
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Juric praises Onuachu’s resurgence ahead of Newcastle clash
Southampton manager Ivan Juric has praised striker Paul Onuachu’s recent form, saying the Nigerian is “tough” and “training at the maximum” after ending his Premier League goal drought, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu scored his first top-flight goal in Southampton’s 3-2 defeat at Nottingham Forest last weekend, and Juric believes the striker is now in buoyant mood.…
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Onuachu dedicates first Southampton goal to fans
Southampton striker Paul Onuachu has dedicated his first goal for the club to the team’s supporters, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu scored in Sunday’s 3-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest at City Ground and played a key role in Jan Bednarek’s goal. Despite the loss, Onuachu was pleased to have scored in front of the traveling fans, who…
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Trabzonspor revive interest in Southampton striker Onuachu
Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor have reignited their interest in signing Southampton striker Paul Onuachu, according to reports. Onuachu previously spent a successful loan spell with Trabzonspor last season, scoring 15 goals in 21 league appearances. Fanatik claims that Southampton are now willing to let the 30-year-old Nigeria international leave the club, having blocked a…
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Aribo in action as Southampton fall again to Liverpool
Joe Aribo and Southampton have been eliminated from the Carabao Cup following the 1-2 quarter-final loss to Liverpool on Wednesday night at the St Mary’s Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Liverpool took control of the match with first-half goals from Darwin Núñez and Harvey Elliott. Although Southampton fought back in the second half, with Cameron Archer pulling…
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Onuachu fit again for Southampton’s Tottenham clash
Southampton manager, Russell Martin has confirmed that striker Paul Onuachu is available for selection again after recovering from injury, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu has been sidelined since suffering an injury in the Premier League match against Liverpool last month. However, he will be included in the matchday squad for Sunday’s clash with Tottenham Hotspur at St…
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Besiktas eye Onuachu swoop amid Southampton exit talk
Turkish giants Besiktas are keen to sign Southampton striker Paul Onuachu, who is poised to leave St Mary’s next month, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu, 30, has struggled for game time this season, sparking speculation about his future. Besiktas plan to offer the Nigerian international a three-year deal, leveraging his success in Turkey with Trabzonspor. Onuachu impressed…
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Russell: Aribo’s Goal a rare bright spot in Southampton’s heavy defeat
Southampton manager Russell Martin has highlighted Joe Aribo’s performance as one of the few positives in his side’s heavy defeat to Chelsea on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aribo’s second league goal of the season cancelled out Axel Disasi’s opener for Chelsea, but the Blues went on to score four more goals to condemn the hosts to…
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Aribo’s goal could not stop Chelsea’s whitewash
Super Eagles midfielder, Joe Aribo was on the score sheet for Southampton on Wednesday, but it was no significance as they were thrashed by Chelsea in the English Premier League, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aribo had cancelled 7th minute goal scored by Axel Disasi with his goal scored in the 10th minute. However, from them on it…
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Onuachu boost for Southampton ahead of Chelsea’s clash
Southampton head coach, Russell Martin is optimistic that striker Paul Onuachu will be fit for Wednesday’s Premier League match against Chelsea, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu has been sidelined since picking up an injury in the Saints’ 3-2 home defeat to Liverpool two weeks ago. The Nigerian striker missed Southampton’s 1-1 draw against Brighton last Friday, but…
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EPL: Russell Martin hopeful of Paul Onuachu’s availability for Chelsea’s game
Ahead of the midweek English Premier League game against Chelsea, Southampton manager Russell Martin is “hopeful” of a return for Nigeria international Paul Onuachu and experienced defender in Jan Bednarek, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. During his pre-match pressers, Martin admitted that the team is “hopeful that Paul will be involved on Wednesday” after missing the Friday night…
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“Just a jiggle” Martins gives update on Onuachu’s injury concern
Southampton manager, Russell Martin has eased concerns over the injury sustained by Nigerian striker Paul Onuachu, following his substitution against Liverpool, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Onuachu impressed in the match but was forced off the pitch, sparking fears over the severity of the injury. However, Martin has downplayed the concern, revealing that the injury is merely a…
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Southamption set to asesss Onachu after limping off defeat to Liverpool
Southampton head coach Russell Martin has confirmed that Paul Onachu will be assessed after his unfortunate injury in the loss against Liverpool, forcing him to end a rare EPL start abruptly, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. They lost narrowly to the league leaders, 2-3 in a nervy contest at the St Mary’s stadium. With a string of changes…