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Sevilla’s new coach, Luis García, has revealed vital information regarding Super Eagles striker Akor Adams ahead of his side’s clash against Real Oviedo tomorrow, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old played against Jordan and Iran as the Nigerian National team engaged two World Cup sides during the March International break. Luis Garcia was brought in to take over coaching duties after Matias Almeyda was relieved of his duties just before the International break. The Sevilla board concluded that it was best to part ways after the club had just one win from their last five games, and are in a struggle for…

Ademola Lookman started from the bench in a decision by Diego Simeone that ultimately backfired, as Barcelona claimed an impressive 2-1 away win over ten-man Atlético Madrid in La Liga on Saturday night, Soccernet.ng reports. In a match where attacking spark and creativity were needed, Atlético left one of their most dangerous players watching from the sidelines for long periods. Since arriving in February, Lookman has built a reputation for delivering in big games. He announced himself to Atlético fans with a stunning performance against Barcelona in the Copa del Rey, scoring once and assisting another in a dominant 4-0…

Super Eagles stars Chibuike Nwaiwu and Paul Onuachu scored for Trabzonspor as they claimed a historic 2-1 win over Galatasaray on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Galatasaray traveled to Papara Park for their top-of-the-table clash against the Black Sea Storm. The game was of high significance, as a loss for either side held dire consequences for their title aspirations. ​Both teams feature top Super Eagles players on their rosters, with Victor Osimhen on Galatasaray’s books, while Onuachu and Nwaiwu represent Trabzonspor. However, Osimhen was not named in the lineup due to a hand injury. Victor Osimhen during for Galatasaray, Copyright: ImagoxSeskimphotox ​Although…

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu scored his first ever goal against Galatasaray as Trabzonspor hosted the league leaders at Papara Park on Saturday evening, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian international rose highest to head home a pinpoint cross from Wagner Pina, who had beaten Ismail Jakobs with a brilliant run down the right flank before delivering the ball into the box, according to Turkish outlet Fanatik. It was a landmark moment for the 31-year-old, who had previously been unable to find the net against the Istanbul giants in any of their previous meetings. Paul Onuachu of Trabzonspor. photo by SeskimphotoxIMAGO The…

Welcome to our live coverage of Trabzonspor vs Galatasaray from Papara Park, where the Super Lig title race takes centre stage, Soccernet.ng reports. Just four points separate these two sides at the summit, and the hosts arrive in sensational form with five consecutive league victories fuelling belief that the championship is within reach. Follow Trabzonspor vs Galatasaray live here: Paul Onuachu is the man of the moment for Trabzonspor, having found the net in seven straight league outings to lead the Golden Boot standings. Paul Onuachu. Copyright: IMAGO The Super Eagles striker will be backed by a partisan home crowd…

Trabzonspor coach Fatih Tekke has stated that they intend to exploit Paul Onuachu’s quality to the fullest when they face Galatasaray on Saturday evening. ​Trabzonspor will have a chance to establish themselves as genuine title contenders when they welcome Galatasaray to Papara Park for this high-stakes Turkish Süper Lig clash. ​The Cimbom, who currently sit at the summit of the Turkish top flight, are four points ahead of Trabzonspor. Victor Osimhen, Ilkay Gundogan, Leroy Sane, Gabriel Sara for Galatasaray. Copyright: ImagoxBSRxAgencyx However, a win for the Black Sea Storm would bring them within one point of their highly successful Istanbul…

Victor Boniface’s difficult season has taken another twist, with the Nigeria international facing sharp criticism over his fitness as he battles to return from injury, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old striker, on loan at Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen, has only just resumed training after a lengthy spell on the sidelines. But instead of a smooth comeback, attention has turned to his physical condition. According to reports, Boniface returned to training carrying a high single-digit number of extra kilos after three months out. Images of the forward quickly spread, prompting strong reactions from former players. Super Eagles star Victor Boniface. Photo…

Turkish Süper Lig giants Beşiktaş J.K. have opened formal talks to sign highly-rated Nigerian youngster Donald Godwin from Atlantic Business FC, Soccernet.ng reports. The Black Eagles moved quickly after the teenage forward impressed during a recent trial at the club’s BJK Nevzat Demir training complex in Istanbul. Godwin travelled to Turkey alongside teammates Moses Kehinde and Oluwatobi Ewarawon for the assessment, but it is the young attacker who has now emerged as Beşiktaş’ priority target. All three players have since returned to their Ogun State base, though negotiations between Beşiktaş and Godwin’s representatives are understood to be advancing rapidly, with…

Coventry City manager Frank Lampard could not hide his admiration for Frank Onyeka after the Super Eagles star’s fine goal in their exciting 3-2 win over Derby County on Friday night, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian midfielder, on loan from Brentford, opened the scoring early on with a powerful strike that set the tone for a tense and entertaining game. Derby fought back through Ben Brereton Díaz, who scored twice, but Jack Rudoni’s brace ensured Coventry claimed all three points. The win keeps Coventry firmly on top of the Championship table and moves them closer to a return to the Premier…

Former Arsenal academy midfielder, Kelechi Nwakali, is now firmly exiled from the first-team setup under manager Conor Hourihane, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old has not made a single senior appearance for the League One club this season and has been restricted to training and playing with the under-21 side, according to reports. His representative has confirmed to Footy-Africa that the Nigerian international is growing increasingly disenchanted with his treatment at Oakwell, insisting that the midfielder remains committed to his profession and that efforts to find a resolution—whether at Barnsley or elsewhere—are ongoing. But for anyone who has followed Nwakali’s career closely,…