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| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 10:00pm On Oct 22, 2016 |
Charlton Wonderkid Dubbed The New
Moussa Dembele Reveals He Will Not Reject
Nigeria Call Up  The highly-rated Charlton Athletic midfielder Joe Aribo is keeping his options open regarding his international future and has revealed that he has not yet been approached by the Nigeria Football Federation. Born in London, Camberwell to Nigerian parents, Aribo’s performances for the Addicks Development squad have not gone unnoticed back in Nigeria, with the player winning the club’s Goal of the Month for September. “I can play for both Nigeria and England, I’m open to playing for both but I have not had any contact with the Nigerian Federation or their reps, ” Aribo told allnigeriasoccer.com. “My strengths are I am able to move around the pitch with energy and passing, my weaknesses are my weaker foot and heading. “I model my game after Tottenham Hotspur’s Moussa Dembélé because he is a left footed midfielder like me. ” The 20-year-old Joe Aribo starred for St Mark’s Academy, Mitcham and Staines Town before he was acquired by Charlton Athletic a year ago. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20826 3 Likes |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 11:06am On Oct 23, 2016 |
Exclusive: Wenger Urges Arsenal To Sign American-Born Nigerian Talent Hailed As Next Luis Suarez  Allnigeriasoccer.com has been informed that Arsenal are sounding out the possibility of signing American-born Nigerian whizkid Lateef Omidiji Jr from FC Dordrecht after he attains the age of majority. A representative of the teenage striker has opened a line of communication with manager Arsene Wenger and the Gunners higher-ups have made his signing a priority. The London club are impressed with Omidiji’s on the field intelligence and awareness - he has the quick thinking of a professional player and has such an eye for goal that many have likened him to Luis Suarez. It is understood that Arsenal are lagging behind in the race to secure his signature, with Sparta Rotterdam, PSV, Ajax and Feyenoord also in the hunt for the young attacker. The big French clubs, Barcelona and Real Madrid are monitoring Lateef Omidiji’s progress in the Netherlands, with a view to a transfer in future. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20833 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by Pavarotti: 11:10am On Oct 23, 2016 |
Orji Okonkwo On Fire ! Scores Goal No 5 In Italy Nigerian Wonderkid and Bologna of Italy Primavera star Orji Okonkwo cant stop scoring in Italy The talented 18 year old striker who is certain for the transition to the main Bologna squad continued his impressive run of form for the Bologna B side scoring his 5th goal as Bologna Primavera beat Atalanta 4-2 in a thrilling six goal thriller http://www.soccerassembly.com/orji-okonkwo-on-fire-scores-goal-no-5-in-italy/ 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 12:45pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
Manchester United Scout Storm Abuja In Search Of Iheanacho-Like Talent  According to reports exclusively gathered by Owngoalnigeria.com, scouts from English Premier League giants Manchester United are expected in Nigeria before the end of the year. Sources revealed to Owngoalnigeria.com that already highly respected youth teams in Nigeria have been contacted by the organisers, ahead of the scouting tournament. Manchester United scout for Africa, will lead three other scouts from clubs affiliated to the Red Devils to Nigeria for the tournament. ”Manchester United scout for Africa got in touch with us. Very funny guy. First day we spoke, he was quick to mention Kelechi Iheanacho and wants to know if they can get his type from the three days event”. One of the organisers Moses Adeleye told Owngoalnigeria.com. ”Iheanacho performances for Manchester City has done a lot to the chances of Nigerian players in Europe, particularly in England. Since his breakthrough, Liverpool and Arsenal have all conducted scouting programs in Nigeria”. Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/10/23/manchester-united-scout-storm-abuja-in-search-of-iheanacho-like-talent/ 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 7:42pm On Oct 23, 2016 |
Nigerian Super Teen Osimhen Working On Body Strength As Wolfsburg Debut Draws Near  Talented Nigerian teen forward Victor Osimhen who recently resumed training with German Bundesliga side Wolfsburg, has stepped up his fitness regime as his debut draws near. Osimhen is not eligible to play for the Bundesliga side until next year (January) when he clocks 18 (in december this year), but he has already given the fans a taste of what to expect in his unofficial debut in a charity game. 17 year old Osimhen, scored in the win over Lupo Martini, and his overall performance drew praises from Wolfsburg sporting director Klaus Allofs. Known for his pace, tricks and goal scoring abilities. The 2017 World Youth Championship top scorer is well aware of the need to add strength to his game, if he is to make his mark in Germany. The Nigerian who has already have a taste of senior national team football with Nigeria, when he was called up to the squad for the dead rubber AFCON 2017 qualifiers game against Tanzania, posted pictures of his workout in the gym. His post was done with icons signifying strength, as he pose in Wolfsburg shirt with his official squad number. The number 18 last worn by Brazilian defender Dante. Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/10/23/nigerian-super-teen-osimhen-working-on-body-strength-as-wolfsburg-debut-draws-near/ 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by BascoVanVeli(m): 9:11am On Oct 24, 2016 |
Pavarotti: Chai naija, see us see u20 trophy, it wouldn't have been fair. |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 5:27pm On Oct 25, 2016 |
Chelsea Talent Abraham Follows In The Footsteps Of Victor Moses, Odubajo, Named EFL Young Player Of The Month  Chelsea loanee Tammy Abraham has been named the Football League Young Player of the Month, an award reserved for exciting talents under-21 or turn 21 during the current season. The 19-year-old has been rewarded for his excellent start to the season after netting 11 goals for Bristol City and bagging a brace on his full debut for England U21s. Abraham becomes the fifth player of Nigerian descent to win the prestigious accolade, following in the footsteps of Victor Moses (ex-Crystal Palace), Moses Odubajo (ex-Leyton Orient), Dele Alli (ex-MK Dons) and Wolverhampton Wanderers stopper Dominic Iorfa. Super Eagles star Moses was the first winner of the award in December 2009, Odubajo was recognized in April 2014, while Dele and Iorfa won the accolade in August 2014 and January 2015. Tammy Abraham has already won Player of the Month awards from Match of the Day Magazine and The PFA. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20855 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:13pm On Oct 25, 2016 |
FOOTBALL ACADEMY ABUJA AGAIN!!!!!!!! ..................................................................... AS Roma Young Nigerian Duo Adams & Emeka Looking Up To Rio 2016 Ace Sadiq Umar As Mentor  The Nigerian teen duo of Adams Muhammed and Chukwuemeka Emmanuel who are presently on the books of Serie A side AS Roma are hoping to follow in the footsteps of Sadiq Umar, who is now at Bologna. Adams and Emeka both joined the U-18 of Roma this season as exclusively reported by Owngoalnigeria.com months ago, and the duo have been spending time with Sadiq, who played for Roma last season. Sadiq top scorer for Nigeria at the Rio 2016 Olympics is on a season long loan/ co-ownership deal to Bologna from Roma, but he is passing his experience during his stay at the Serie A giants to the emerging duo. Even though Nura Abdullahi is still at the club, Sadiq Umar who has first team experience after progressing from the youth ranks last season, has been giving tips to the duo on how to make it to the first team in the nearest future. Emeka who is a defender is nicknamed Boateng for his similar style of play to the German defender Jerome Boateng, while Adams, a central midfielder by trade is nicknamed “goma” which means 10 in Hausa language, due to his midfield prowess. They were both signed from the prestigious Football Academy Abuja, same team that produced Sadiq Umar and Nura Abdullahi, and they were teammates to Inter-Milan teen sensation Theophilus Awua at same Abuja academy. Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/10/25/as-roma-young-nigerian-duo-adams-emeka-looking-up-to-rio-2016-ace-sadiq-umar-as-mentor/ 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:21pm On Oct 25, 2016 |
Odd Grenland Join Rosenborg In Race For Man City Midfielder Nwakali  Odd Grenland have joined Rosenborg in the race for the signature of Manchester City midfielder Chidiebere Nwakali. Norwegian newspaper Fædrelandsvennen has reported that Odd and Tippeligaen champs Rosenborg have made contact with the entourage of the Nigeria youth international regarding a loan deal when the transfer window reopens. IK Start are also interested in extending his stay in Kristiansand, but face competition from their illustrious rivals in Norway and teams based in Netherlands and France, according to Allwell Nwakali. Nwakali, 19, is tied to Manchester City until the summer of 2018, and was farmed out on loan to IK Start after failing to obtain a work permit in England. The former Golden Eaglets star has blossomed into one of the finest midfielders in Norway this season. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20857 |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:25pm On Oct 25, 2016 |
Tosin Kehinde, Olosunde Impress As Manchester United Beat Arsenal U23  Nigerian midfielder Tosin Kehinde and Matthew Olosunde featured for Manchester United in their 1-0 victory over Arsenal in Premier League 2 on Monday night. The 18-year-old hopped off the bench in the 67th minute, joining USA youth-teamer Olosunde on the Leigh Sports Village Stadium pitch, while Arsenal midfielder Aaron Eyoma was introduced with 12 minutes remaining. Olosunde was the most impressive player of Nigerian descent tonight and showed off his offensive and defensive qualities. The talented defender would have put the Red Devils 2-0 up in the first half, only for goalkeeper Keto to save with his legs, before he made an important clearance as the Gunners searched for an equalizer. Kehinde has recorded five appearances in the league so far this season, with three of them off the bench . Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20850 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:30pm On Oct 25, 2016 |
Chelsea Prospects Aina, Solanke May Play Against West Ham As Conte Judges Ogbonna  Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has hinted that he may make some changes to his squad for Wednesday’s League Cup tie against West Ham at the London Stadium. And based on his pronouncement, it means England youth internationals of Nigerian descent Ola Aina and Dominic Solanke could feature against the Hammers. “Our Academy is working very well, in my squad we have Chalobah, Aina, Loftus-Cheek and Solanke which is fantastic. “Four young players and if they deserve to play, they will play, ” Conte was quoted as saying by chelseafc.com. The former Italy manager knows about the qualities of Angelo Ogbonna, having coached the defender at Juventus and the Italian national team. “If you look at the squad they have many good players, some of whom I know very well like (Angelo) Ogbonna and (Simeone) Zaza. They have a great manager and I know his type of work.” Super Eagles skipper John Obi Mikel has not made a single appearance for the Blues this term and it remains to be seen whether or not he will play his first game under Conte tomorrow night. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20858 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:54pm On Oct 25, 2016 |
Top Scout Reckons Lateef Omidiji Is Better Than Celtic Next Big Hope Karamoko Dembele  A top Paris Saint-Germain scout has claimed that American-born FC Dordrecht striker of Nigerian heritage, Lateef Omidiji Jr, is a better player than Celtic wonderkid Karamoko Dembele, having scouted the two exciting teenagers this season. Whilst Dembele is poised to make his debut for Scotland’s U16 national team in the Victory Shield tournament later this month, Omidiji was not considered for selection for the Golden Eaglets during their 2017 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations qualifiers versus Niger Republic. “I was Nigeria’s biggest advocate for this kid but until Nigeria gets more organized with their youth program, kids like this will continue to slip through their fingers and it’s sad because the kid really wanted to represent his fatherland, ” the unnamed PSG scout told allnigeriasoccer.com. “I have watched the 13-year-old Karamoko Dembele play at Celtic, watched some of the highest rated 13-year-olds play across Europe- none touch Lateef Jr’s current skills and potential. “The kid is simply special and look at what Scotland just did- they just invited Dembele to their U16 team. “What has Nigeria done with Lateef Jr? My job basically consists of traveling all over Europe to look for the next future stars and NO 13 YEAR OLD IN EUROPE is as good as Lateef Jr... period” Omidiji, who is eligible to represent Nigeria and the United States, is being tracked by some of the top teams in Europe, not limited to Arsenal, Man City, Chelsea, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Ajax Amsterdam. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20844 |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:59pm On Oct 25, 2016 |
Ike Ugbo Continues To Catch The Eyes Of Many At Chelsea With Another Goal  Monday’s game between Chelsea and Derby County in Premier League 2 ended with both teams sharing the spoils. Two England youth-teamers who remain eligible to play for Nigeria, Fikayo Tomori and Ike Ugbo, started and completed the game for the Blues, with the striker registering his name on the score sheet in the 62nd minute. Ugbo thought he had netted the game-winner when he fired home after he was teed up by Dasilva, only for the visitors to get back on level terms two minutes after his goal. The 18-year-old, who was a member of England’s U17 squad at the 2015 Fifa U17 World Cup, has bagged six goals in all competitions for the youth teams of the Blues this season. Born in London, Ugbo has represented Chelsea since he was ten. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20853 |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 7:16pm On Oct 27, 2016 |
Liverpool Agree Deal To Sign Most Talented 15-Year-Old In England, Emeka Obi  Liverpool have agreed a deal with Football League One club Bury to sign their talented Nigerian central defender Emeka Obi, subject to approval from the Premier League. Aged 15, the tall stopper is regarded as one of the most talented teenagers in England, and made his competitive debut for The Shakers in their 4-1 rout of Morecambe in the Checkatrade Trophy in August. The following month, Obi was an unused substitute in Bury’s home win over Port Vale in the English third-tier. The Nigerian-born stopper was on the radar of several teams higher up the division, including Stoke City before he was poached by The Reds. Former Golden Eaglets trainee Ovie Ejaria, Sheyi Ojo and Tiago Ilori, who are eligible to represent Nigeria, play for the youth team of Liverpool. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20879 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 1:27am On Oct 28, 2016 |
EX-EAGLETS STAR JOHN LAZARUS HEADS OUT FOR BOAVISTA TRIALS  Victorious John Lazarus in Chile last year Former Nigeria U17 defender John Lazarus will this weekend fly out to Portuguese club Boavista on trials. The stocky right fullback, who played a key role as Nigeria won a record fifth FIFA U17 World Cup last November in Chile, has been courted by several overseas clubs. “He will leave for Boavista latest by the weekend. All his travel documents have been sorted,” his agent informed. “It’s a big chance for the youngster and we hope he comes good there.” The Abuja-born Lazarus, who was 18 in June, featured in all seven matches as Nigeria were again crowned world champions last year. He was also part of the ill-fated Flying Eagles, who failed to qualify for next year’s U20 AFCON in Zambia. Source: http://africanfootball.com/news/658993/Ex-Eaglets-star-John-Lazarus-heads-out-for-Boavista-trials 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 8:00am On Oct 28, 2016 |
Israeli Agent Ouziel – “There Are Million Of Karamoko Dembele On The Streets In Nigeria, Kill The Hype”  Highly respected Israeli agent David Ouziel, who is well known for his strong connection to Nigeria players has played down the hype surrounding Celtic 13 year old boy wonder Karamoko Dembele, who made his U-21 debut few weeks ago. Ouziel, while paying respect to the talented teen insist that he has seen a lot of his type in Nigeria, in the numerous youth games he has watched whenever he visited the country. The man who has transferred over nine young Nigerian players who are little known but well talented, insist that from what he has seen since he started working on transferring young Nigerian players, Nigeria has players on the street, who are better than Dembele. ”I can’t seem to understand the rave behind Karamoko Dembele by the world, especially Nigerians. I have seen a lot of his type on the street in Nigeria, so kill the hype” He told Owngoalnigeria.com. ”He is good no doubt, but like I told a friend of mine, in Nigeria on the streets on bad playing pitches, not the type Dembele enjoys in Scotland, they are better players in Lagos, Abuja, Porthacourt, Warri, Kaduna, Kano etc. ”I challenge anybody who doubts me to follow me to Nigeria. Look my friend, I have spent time in the country and in Europe, so I know what am saying. They are millions of Dembele on the street in Nigeria, playing football with no boots or facility but yet doing well”. Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/10/28/israeli-agent-ouziel-there-are-million-of-karamoko-dembele-on-the-streets-in-nigeria-kill-the-hype/ 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by joseph1013: 8:52am On Oct 28, 2016 |
TheSuperNerd: Respects to this guy! Isn't that just the truth. Talents galore in the streets, in the slums. Tell them... 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by maidaboi(m): 2:53pm On Oct 28, 2016 |
TheSuperNerd:is dembele a Nigerian |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 2:56pm On Oct 28, 2016 |
Five Facts About Liverpool New Signing, Nigerian Teen Defender Emeka + Picture In Liverpool Colours  Liverpool have beaten Stoke to the signing of promising Bury teenager Emeka Obi. The 15-year-old has agreed to join the Anfield club once they get approval from the Football League and Premier League over his visa as he has Nigerian heritage. Here are five facts about the teen defender plus picture in Liverpool colours. 1. Obi made his professional debut in August, aged 15 years and 86 days, during Bury’s 4-1 victory over Morecambe in the Checkatrade Trophy. 2. Obi spent time on trial at Stoke City in the summer and the Potters were hoping to tie him down in January before Liverpool swoop on him. 3. Bury manager David Flitcroft handed the youngster his professional debut before labelling him the most talented youngster in the country. 4. He is nicknamed “Man Mountain” due to his impressive height. He presently stands at an impressive height of 6ft 5ins, even though he is just 15 years old. 5. Born in England to Nigerian parents , he qualifies to represent Nigeria and England but he is yet to be capped by any of the nation.  Emeka Obi in his Liverpool uniform Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/10/28/five-facts-about-liverpool-new-signing-nigerian-teen-defender-emeka-picture-in-liverpool-colours/ |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 3:02pm On Oct 28, 2016 |
No Sir.... He's of Ivorien blood but was born in England which makes him an "English-born of Ivorien heritage". He's eligible to represent One of Scotland, England and Ivory coast. He's 13 just like our own Omidiji jnr and the two youngsters are regarded as two of the finest 13 year olds in european soccer. Dembele made his debut for Celtic U-21 just recently and that made headlines hence the much fuss about him...  But another top scout of PSG has said that Omidiji is a much better prospect and is, in his own opinion, the most talented 13-14 year old in europe today. Even better than K.K. Dembele. maidaboi: 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by Napoleon55(m): 7:29pm On Oct 28, 2016 |
TheSuperNerd:Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/10/28/five-facts-about-liverpool-new-signing-nigerian-teen-defender-emeka-picture-in-liverpool-colours/[/quote]The only problem is that we don't usually use foreign breed to prosecute our 17 cadet team,but I implore NFF to make an exception on these 2 young talents,EMEKA OBI and OMEDIJI. Just these two,it will pay off in the future,because in doing so, we have secured their allegiance 4 good n we would b afraid of losing them to any other country. |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by maidaboi(m): 7:48pm On Oct 28, 2016 |
Napoleon55:#truth |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheGoodJoe(m): 7:48pm On Oct 28, 2016 |
TheSuperNerd: 6' 5" at 15 years. Ogologo. This boy is tall. Man-mountain. 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 12:53am On Oct 29, 2016 |
Flying Eagles Ace Njoku Scores Second Hattrick Of The Season In Israel in 24mins  Former Liverpool trialist Jacob Njoku scored his second hattrick of the season as his loan side Beitar Tel Aviv Ramla thumped Hapoel Afula 5-2, in a second division league game in Israel. Njoku went home with the match ball after scoring in the 24th, 45th and 48th minute of the seven goal thriller, which ended 5-2 in favour of his team. The Nigerian grabbed his first hattrick of the season in a league cup game in September which ended 5-3 in favour of his team. In that same game prolific Nigerian forward Anthony Lokosa was also among the goals for Beitar Tel Aviv Ramla. Lokosa is out injured at the moment, but he has been more consistent than Njoku for the second division Isreali side, who are presently third on the log standing. Ex FC Porto trainee Njoku has been in and out of the team where he is on loan from first division side Hapoel Petal Tikva. Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/10/28/flying-eagles-ace-njoku-scores-second-hattrick-of-the-season-in-israel/ 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 3:00am On Oct 29, 2016 |
Nigeria Federation To Run The Rule Over New Liverpool Signing Emeka Obi  Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that the Nigeria Football Federation are hoping to beat their English counterparts to the international future of Bury teen sensation Emeka Obi, who has agreed terms with Liverpool, subject to the approval of the Premier League. Though the NFF can boast of a very good database of players of Nigerian descent in the United Kingdom, they were not aware of The Shakers wonderkid until news filtered that the central defender has been acquired by Liverpool. A English-based Nigerian with close ties to the Nigerian Federation will attend one of Bury’s reserve team fixtures in the coming days to run the rule over Emeka Obi, before providing feedback to his principal. Obi, who has been touted as the best 15-year-old in the whole of England, was born in Nigeria, and has not played competitively for England at any level, meaning the NFF will not have to bother themselves to contact Fifa to approve his switch. The stopper has been included in Bury’s 18-man squad for competitive matches two times this season. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20887 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 3:07am On Oct 29, 2016 |
Arsenal Midfielder Kelechi Nwakali Finally Makes Full Debut For MVV  One of the hopes of Nigerian football, Flying Eagles skipper Kelechi Nwakali, finally made his full debut for MVV Maastricht in their Eerste Divisie game with Volendam on Friday night. The Diamond Academy product was named in the starting XI for the first time in his professional career, and wore the famous number ten kit for friday’s game at De Geusselt. Prior to the contest, the central midfielder had made four substitute appearances off the bench for MVV Maastricht in the league, and was a substitute against Volendam in the Cup back in September. Nwakali was signed by Arsenal in the summer of 2016 after starring for the Nigeria U17s at the World Cup but will remain on loan at MVV until the end of this season. The 18-year-old was courted by clubs in Italy, Holland, Turkey, Portugal and Greece before he was snapped up the Gunners. P.S: Match ended, MVV 1-2 Volendam Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20891 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by Icon4s(m): 6:58am On Oct 29, 2016 |
TheSuperNerd: I have always had my eyes on this boy. He could end up as that illusive RB we have been searching for. 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 9:06am On Oct 29, 2016 |
Reading Defender, Labelled The Next Stephen Keshi, Inching Closer To First Team Debut  Promising Nigerian defender Akin Odimayo is getting closer and closer to making his first team debut for Championship side Reading. The 16-year-old has been tipped to make the step up from the academy to first team prominence in the next few years after playing his first game of the season for The Royals U23s in their 3-2 loss to Leicester City in Premier League 2 on Friday. Odimayo came off the bench in the last 27 minutes, with the visitors leading the Foxes 1-0 at Holmes Park (Leicester). He has caught the eyes of many in the U18 Premier League this season, netting three goals from nine matches from his defensive position and also captains the squad. In July, the English-born talent, who has been compared to former Nigeria libero Stephen Keshi, penned a new deal that will keep him at Reading until the summer of 2018. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20892 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 9:09am On Oct 29, 2016 |
Oh yes he could... Really pray for his growth into one of Nigeria's finest right backs to be awesome alongside Udochukwu Anumudu on the left. Awesome young talents.. Icon4s: |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 11:09am On Oct 29, 2016 |
VFB Stuttgart, Millwall, Carlisle United Scouts Watch Nigerian Young Stars Asoro, Maja  Josh Maja A number of clubs below the Premier League might be interested in the signing of some of the outstanding youngsters in the ranks of Arsenal and Sunderland in the near future. The well informed Twitter account @Scoutsattending has reported that representatives of Millwall, Carlisle United, Southend United and AFC Wimbledon were at Meadow Park (Hertfordshire) on Friday night to witness the meeting between the Gunners and Black Cats in the Premier League 2. While no player of Nigerian descent was involved for Arsenal, the highly-rated Sweden U21 international Joel Asoro started for Sunderland before he was replaced by Josh Maja in the 64th minute. An Arsenal scout watched Asoro play for Sweden U21s versus Netherlands in September and was impressed by his performance. VFB Stuttgart ambassador Thomas Hitzlsperger was also present to run the rule over Sunderland and Arsenal players. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20894 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by TheSuperNerd(m): 12:11am On Oct 30, 2016 |
Chelsea Loanee Tammy Abraham Back On The Goal Trail For Bristol City  A last-gasp equalizer denied Bristol City the maximum points in their Championship tie at Barnsley on Saturday afternoon. Chelsea loanee Tammy Abraham thought he had scored the game-winner in the 76th minute, only for the home team to restore parity through Adam Hammill in injury time. The Nigeria target tapped home from close range to take his tally to 12 goals in all competitions after he was fed by Tomlin. Before today’s game at Oakwell, Abraham had failed to score in four consecutive matches against Cardiff City, Queens Park Rangers, Blackburn Rovers and Hull City. He was named the EFL Young Player of the Month for September earlier this week. Source: http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=20900 1 Like |
| Re: THE NIGERIAN YOUTH AND CADET TALENTS/ PLAYERS THREAD (Home and Abroad) by Pavarotti: 8:43am On Oct 30, 2016 |
Arsenal Loanee Kelechi Nwakali Dazzles On Full MVV Maastricht Debut  Nigerian Wonderkid Kelechi Nwakali put up a dazzling display as he made his full debut for his loan team MVV Maastricht against Volendam on Friday night in a dutch Eerste Divisie game. Despite the Nigerians fantastic display however Volendam ran away with the three points winning 2-1 at the atmospheric Geusselt Full Story at http://www.soccerassembly.com/arsenal-loanee-kelechi-nwakali-dazzles-on-full-mvv-maastricht-debut/ 1 Like |
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