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3 days ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Former Arsenal and Togo striker Emmanuel Adebayor has publicly declared his admiration for Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu, Soccernet.ng reports. Per reports circulating in the Nigerian media space, the former Manchester City forward has responded to being called his idol and god of football in a passionate message on social media. The ex-Togo captain, in a post that seemingly sparked a comparison between the two former Premier League forwards, was quick to shut down any such discussion.

3 days ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has expressed admiration for Brentford youngster Benjamin Frederick following their appearance together in Nigeria’s colours during the recent Unity Cup campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. Frederick, who only joined up with the squad shortly before the tournament, impressed on his debut, earning praise for his composure and maturity at the heart of defence.

3 days ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Super Eagles-eligible defender, Tosin Adarabioyo, delivered a commanding performance for Chelsea in their 3-0 win over Espérance Tunis at the FIFA Club World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. This impressive performance earned Adarabioyo the Man of the Match award and applause from teammate Cole Palmer. The Nigeria-eligible centre-back opened the scoring for the Blues just before half-time, heading home Enzo Fernández’s pinpoint cross from a set-piece in the 45th minute.

3 days ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Everton Football Club have been a familiar home for some of Nigeria’s finest footballers over the decades, Soccernet.ng reports. Daniel Amokachi’s unforgettable FA Cup heroics and Alex Iwobi’s creative presence in midfield have long made Everton a club where Super Eagles stars shine.

3 days ago | soccernet.ng | Ayomide Oguntimehin

Everton could be set to continue their long-standing tradition of fielding top Nigerian talent, with renewed interest in Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, Soccernet.ng reports. The Toffees have been home to several Super Eagles greats over the years — Daniel Amokachi and Joseph Yobo, to Yakubu Aiyegbeni, Victor Anichebe, Ademola Lookman, and more recently, Alex Iwobi. Now, the Merseyside club may be plotting a move for the next in line.