'Fighter' Alex Iwobi bounces back for Everton
Alex Iwobi returned to Everton's starting line-up for the Carabao Cup tie against Fleetwood Town, and proceeded to have a major influence.
2019 Schedule
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2019 Schedule
2-0-0, 1st in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying
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Leicester's Ndidi out with 'off the bone' injury
Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is facing up to three months out because of an abductor injury, manager Brendan Rodgers said Wednesday.
Nigeria squad for October friendlies features six new faces as Rohr sticks to youth
Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr named six uncapped players in the squad to face Ivory Coast and Tunisia, while Rangers' Joe Aribo is out injured.
Nigeria coach Rohr to call up Austria-based youngsters ahead of Afcon qualifiers
While Nigeria have risen in the FIFA rankings, coach Gernot Rohr's focus is on the more important Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in November.
Nigeria's Chidera Ejuke has hit the ground running at CSKA Moscow
Chidera Ejuke joined CSKA Moscow from Heerenveen less than three weeks ago, but already he is making a habit of spectacular starts at a new club.
Nwakali hoping to fulfill his promise at Huesca (2:05)
Has James Rodriguez ended Alex Iwobi's Everton career? (2:05)
Africa's If Only kids: Starlets who could have played at Afcon instead of the Nations League
Spain's Ansu Fati is one of a few youngsters of African origin who could well have played for an African side before their Nations League debuts.
Nigerian Power Rankings: Tolu Arokodare enters at No. 1, Ahmed Musa returns
Tolu Arokodare, a 19-year-old striker playing for Valmiera in Latvia, is making a name for himself.
Will Nigeria's Ejuke and Sanusi shine at new clubs? (2:12)
Will Elneny cement his place in Arteta's midfield? (1:28)
Arsenal's Saka is a new part of Nigeria's rich Community Shield history
Nigeria's players care more about the Community Shield than one might think, with Bukayo Saka adding to a rich history in the season-opening trophy.
How Udinese's Troost-Ekong could boost Watford's back line (2:05)
Has Kelechi Iheanacho failed to live up to his potential? (2:07)
Super Eagles to watch for in Ligue 1 this season (2:11)
What's next for PSG's Gueye and Chupo-Moting? (2:17)
Okechukwu hopes Turkish title opens Super Eagles door
The Nigerian confirms to ESPN that Turkish Super Lig champion Istanbul Basaksehir has agreed a deal with Pyramids FC to sign him permanently.
Mikel's surprise Stoke move will benefit both club and player
While John Obi Mikel's signing with Stoke City came as a surprise, given he'd been linked to Brazil's Botafogo, the move will benefit both parties.
Udoh: Solskjaer needs to trust Ighalo more (2:12)
John Obi Mikel joins Stoke City on free transfer
Nigeria legend John Obi Mikel returns to English football having left Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor by mutual consent in March.
Nwankwo eager to strengthen friendship and rivalry with Osimhen
Two years ago, when Simeon Nwankwo's FC Crotone were relegated to Serie B, there was just one other Nigerian, Joel Obi, in the top flight.
Simy Nwankwo reveals his secret to being Serie B's top scorer (1:54)
Ighalo, Nigerians reflect on Atlanta Olympics win
Twenty-four years after Nigeria won Africa's first Olympic football gold medal, the events in Atlanta continue to inspire Africans.
Nigeria Power Rankings: Simy most deserving of top spot
Nigerian players ended the season with solid performances for their various European clubs.
Okechukwu, Onyeka headlined Nigerian success in Europe this season
ESPN assesses the principal Nigerian winners and losers from the coronavirus-interrupted European football season.
2019-20 Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 6 |
| Benin | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Sierra Leone | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Lesotho | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 1 |
2019-20 Team LeadersAfrica Cup of Nations qualifying
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsAfrica Cup of Nations qualifying
Goal Difference3Tied-5th
Goals Scored6Tied-3rd
Assists0Tied-1st
Goals Conceded3Tied-32nd