Chelsea impressive wing back Victor Moses is walking on what could be perfectly described as a tight disciplinary rope that could see him miss one of the blues matches against Arsenal or Liverpool. Moses already has four bookings which he's taking along with him into tomorrow's game against defending champions Leicester City. Another booking will see the 26-year old missing their next league game against Hull City. Nevertheless, If he should survive without being booked against Leicester City but should pick up a yellow card when the blues … [Read more...]
Mikel Reveals How Winger’s Departure Helped Victor Moses At Chelsea
Juan Cuadrado's departure from Chelsea helped Victor Moses' form at Stamford Bridge, according to Mikel Obi. Moses has enjoyed an unprecedented success with Chelsea this season and has become a vital part of Conte's 3-4-3 formation but Super Eagles skipper and club teammate believes the departure of Juan Cuadrado to Juventus made it easier for the winger to break into the first team. He told Standard Sport: "This is the happiest I have seen Victor at the club. You can really the notice the change in him at the training ground. Chelsea has … [Read more...]
Arsenal Legend Praises Gunners Star Iwobi Following UCL Strike
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has showered praises on Nigerian international and Gunners' star Alex Iwobi after he netted in the 4-1 demolition of Swiss champions FC Basel on Tuesday night in what was their final group game in the UEFA Champions League (UCL). Speaking to BT Sport on his former club, Wright praised the impact of the 20-year old midfielder adding that his first goal in all competitions would do him a whole lot of good. In his words, he said: "That’s what I think he needs. I think he’s got everything." "It was good that … [Read more...]
Chelsea Star Victor Moses Reveals Conte Is The Best Manager He Has Had
Chelsea wing back Victor Moses has stated that he has never had a manager like current boss Antonio Conte under whom he has thrived in an unfamiliar role this season. The 25-year old Nigerian international is enjoying a new lease of life under the former Siena and Juventus boss and has scored three league goals already in addition to winning the Fans' Player of the Month for November despite being converted from a winger to wing back in the Stamford Bridge outfit's new 3-4-3 formation. Moses, who helped his country to a 3-1 win over Algeria … [Read more...]
Victor Moses To Sign New Deal In January – Conte Despirate To Seal Deal
Following various rumours linking resurgent Victor Moses to La Liga giants Barcelona, the Blues are set to offer the star a lucrative deal that will see him remain at Stamford Bridge. According to report from Sky Sport, Chelsea are making plans to offer the former Wigan man a new contract and will hold talk with the player in the new year. The Nigerian international has been on scintillating form for the Blues in recent weeks. He scored the winning goal in the London derby between his team and Tottenham Hotspurs over the weekend. Although … [Read more...]
I Love Chelsea; I Am Enjoying My Time Here- Victor Moses
After a long hiatus, Victor Moses is back at Chelsea and he seems to be enjoying his time there. He said , he is “relishing” his position as a wing-back for Chelsea this season. Recall that he joined Chelsea in 2012 but he has not really established his stay there as a force to be reckoned with. Moses said in a recent interview up on the club’s website that he has thrived as a wing-back despite having never played in that role before and he attributes his outstanding performance to his Italian manager at the club, Antonio Conte. He had … [Read more...]
Transfer News: Arsenal still linked to Manolas, Iwobi could have been a hammer
Arsenal star player, Alex Iwobi has revealed that he was close to becoming a hammer. The Nigerian youngster is having a fine season, enjoying being in the first team and has been instrumental to the gunners surge up the premiership table. He revealed how things could have been very different as he came close to joining West Ham. He stated “Arsenal and West Ham were interested in me and Chuba [Akpom], so we were training with both clubs for three years," He went on to explain why he joined arsenal while stating he had no disrespect for West … [Read more...]
That Moment When Iwobi Gets A Salary Increase Twice In One Year…
If you are not a footballer, you are just wasting your time! Those athletes make staggering incomes! Alex Iwobi is reportedly set to receive his second pay rise in under a year with Arsenal! The 20-year-old has cemented himself a vital component in Arsene Wenger’s side as they chase silverware on all fronts in what could possibly be the Frenchman’s final season in north London with his own contract set to elapse next summer. Iwobi has made five appearances for the Gunners this term and is expected to double his salary at the Emirates … [Read more...]
Super Eagles May Squat In Zambia If Care Is Not Taken- NFF Boss
Is there any thing surprising about Nigeria? Nothing really! From keeping our players stranded at the Olympics to confisticating the cash given to them by a Japanese businessman. Nigerians have seen it all! Now, the NFF Boss, Pinnick is hinting that the Super Eagles may have to squat in Zambia if more hotel rooms are not provided for the World Cup Qualifiers! He raised the alarm on Tuesday and lamented before the Senate Committee on Sports that there was inadequate funding. He said, “Nigeria was paired with former Africa Cup of Nations … [Read more...]
Injured Egwim Flown Abroad for Multiple Surgeries
Ifeanyi Egwim, an Enugu Ranger forward was injured at the last Nigeria Premier League(NPL). The governor of the state has agreed to fly him to Germany after a scan was conducted on the player at the National Orthopaedic Hospital on Sunday night. Flying Antelopes as they are fondly called ended their 32-year league draught after a 4-0 defeat of visiting El-Kanemi Warriors. A goal-bound Egwim suffered a double fracture after a tackle by El-Kanemi goalkeeper Kazeem Yekini in the 89th minute, just eight minutes after coming on in the title decider … [Read more...]
Kelechi Iheanacho scores to give Nigeria victory over Tanzania
Hopes of Africa Cup of Nations qualification were already dashed before a dominant Nigeria beat Tanzania 1-0. Kelechi Iheanacho's stunning late strike ensured Nigeria ended their failed Africa Cup of Nations qualifying bid with a 1-0 win over Tanzania. The Super Eagles' 1-0 loss to Egypt in March thwarted their hopes of reaching Gabon 2017 in a group reduced to only three teams following Chad's withdrawal for financial reasons. But they at least got their first victory of the campaign at the Akwa Ibom Stadium on Saturday, having shared … [Read more...]