Tag: Wilfred Ndidi
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EPL: Wilfred Ndidi in action as Leicester City’s survival hopes take further hit
It might be fair to say that Wilfred Ndidi is heading back to the Championship if they don’t quickly turn the tides around after suffering another defeat to West Ham United yesterday to leave them in the relegation mix, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. West Ham secured a commanding lead in the first half, with Tomáš Souek opening…
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EPL: Wilfred Ndidi confident of Leicester City’s topflight survival
Wilfred Ndidi has revealed his optimism on Leicester City’s English Premier League (EPL) topflight survival following another agonizing defeat to Arsenal over the weekend as the loss further keeps them down the league standings, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles midfielder who made his first Premier League start in 2025 having been sidelined for three months…
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Atletico Madrid to renew Ndidi interest in summer
Spanish Outfit, Atletico Madrid is set to revive their interest in Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi at the end of the season, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Spanish club saw their offers for the Nigerian international rejected by Leicester during the winter transfer window, as the Foxes battled to maintain their Premier League status. Atletico Madrid will…
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‘Ndidi’s return boosts Leicester’ Van Nistelrooy
Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says Wilfred Ndidi’s return from injury has had a profound impact on the team, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ndidi, who had been sidelined for two months with a muscle injury, made his comeback in the Foxes’ FA Cup tie against Manchester United last weekend. Van Nistelrooy praised the Nigeria international’s performance,…
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Ndidi returns as Leicester stumble at Old Trafford
Not the best result on his return as Wilfred Ndidi makes his first appearance of the year after being sidelined due to an injury. The midfield ace has been out since early December, two-month injury lay-off with Leicester falling to a harsh stoppage time goal from Harry Maguire to give Manchester United the win thus…
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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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“Wilfred is a key player and person in the squad”- Van Nistelrooy quenches Ndidi’s exit talks
Leicester City head coach Ruud Van Nistelrooy has shut down Wilfred Ndidi’s potential exit rumors amidst interest from Ligue 1 side AS Monaco, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former Manchester United interim manager admitted that the Super Eagles midfielder who has begun his rehabilitation process after few weeks on the sidelines is a key player for the…
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Ndidi set to return to Leicester training next week
Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has revealed that midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is on track to return to training next week, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ndidi, 27, has been sidelined since being withdrawn in the 58th minute of Leicester’s 2-2 draw with Brighton on 28 December. However, Van Nistelrooy has provided a positive update on the Nigerian…
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Monaco target Leicester’s Ndidi on loan with option to buy
Ligue 1 club AS Monaco are interested in signing Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi on loan, with a view to making the move permanent, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Monaco are keen to include a buy option in the loan deal, but transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano reports that Leicester City are not currently open to a temporary move.…
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Leicester City manager optimistic about Wilfred Ndidi’s quick recovery after hamstring scare
Leicester City’s manager, Ruud van Nistelrooy, has expressed hope that midfield stalwart Wilfred Ndidi’s recent injury is not severe, following the Nigeria international’s early exit during the Foxes’ dramatic 2-2 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Ndidi was substituted in the 52nd minute of the match at the King Power Stadium,…
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Ndidi shines as Leicester City secure 3-1 win over West Ham
Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi delivered a standout performance as the Foxes secured a 3-1 victory over West Ham United at the King Power Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The win marked a significant milestone for new Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, who claimed his first victory at the helm. Goals from Jamie Vardy, Bilal El…
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Ndidi’s Leicester City appoint Van Nistelrooy as new manager
Leicester City has announced the appointment of Ruud van Nistelrooy as the club’s new manager, replacing Steve Cooper who was sacked earlier this week, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Dutchman, a former Manchester United striker, will take charge of the Foxes from Sunday and will be in attendance for the team’s Premier League match against Brentford on…
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EPL: Maresca defends Ndidi over horror tackle
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has sparked controversy after defending Leicester City midfielder Wilfried Ndidi over his horror tackle on Cole Palmer, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ndidi’s strong challenge on Palmer during Saturday’s Premier League match at the King Power Stadium left many calling for a red card. However, referee Andy Madley opted not to dismiss the Leicester…
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Ndidi reveals Mikel Obi inspiration behind his midfield career path
Nigeria’s Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi has credited former Chelsea star Mikel Obi as the inspiration behind his decision to play in midfield, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ndidi, 27, joined Leicester City in 2017 and has since won the FA Cup, Emirates Community Shield, and EFL Championship. Speaking to the Uncut show on the English Premier League…
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Ndidi urges Leicester to capitalize on Ipswich struggle after two straight defeats
Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has emphasized the importance of securing maximum points in their Premier League clash against Ipswich Town on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Foxes, with only one win this season, face a struggling Ipswich side at Portman Road, and Ndidi recognizes the opportunity. “These games are the ones we need to get…
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Ndidi confident Leicester will bounce-back after weekend debacle
Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is adamant that the Foxes have the quality to recover from their disappointing 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports Friday’s loss at home to their East Midlands rivals left Leicester with just one Premier League win this season. However, Ndidi remains optimistic about their chances of turning things around.…
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Aribo scores, Onuachu features but Ndidi’s Leicester wins
Nigeria midfielder, Joe Aribo opened his goal account for the season in Southampton’s 3-2 home loss to Leicester City on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Aribo doubled Southampton’s advantage, scoring in the 28th minute after Cameron Archer’s eighth-minute opener. Kyle Walker-Peters provided the assist. Despite leading 2-0, Southampton collapsed in the second half, conceding three goals. Aribo…
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Super Eagles camp swells as Ndidi, Boniface, Chukwueze arrive
Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Boniface, and Samuel Chukwueze were among the latest arrivals in the Super Eagles camp in Uyo on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. They were joined by Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Frank Onyeka, Raphael Onyedika, and Benjamin Tanimu, who checked into the team’s Four Points by Sheraton Hotel base early Tuesday morning. Goalkeepers Stanley…
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EPL: Ndidi’s assist not enough as Leicester continue search for first win
Wilfred Ndidi and Leicester City are yet to get a win in the 2024/25 EPL following their return from the Championship with their latest defeat coming yesterday against Arsenal, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Foxes were defeated 4-2 yesterday at the Emirates, falling to a late two goal strike from Trossard and Kai Havertz despite holding on…