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Exclusive – Crystal Palace Orders Teen Striker Ademola Ola-Adebomi Out Of Nigeria U20 Camp

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The chances of Crystal Palace forward Ademola Ola-Adebomi making the final list of players for the Nigeria U20 team ahead of the U20 Africa Cup of Nations has taken a big hit, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal.

Ademola arrived the camp of the team two days ago, few days after grabbing a brace in a 4-2 win  against Brighton in the English Premier League 2. He was however given just three days to be at the camp for a decision to be communicated back to Palace if he is in the final squad for the tournament or not.

That he has just three days to spend in the camp means a decision must be taken on his inclusion in the final list without him taking part in any test games. Something which the coaches weren’t too comfortable with and decided to let him return back to England.

At Palace he has won a spot as the top striker of the team at U23 and staying longer in Nigeria without a clear definition on if he will be at the tournament will slow the progress he has made in recent days. A lack of communication was also blamed for the confusion that has engulfed his presence in the camp.

“We communicated to the Nigeria U20 officials not the coach that Ade has just three days to spend for a decision to be reached. Apparently that information wasn’t passed to the coaches and now everything is so messed up and annoying. A gap in communication from their ends not ours should be blamed”, a source in the camp of the player told OwnGoalNigeria.com.

Responding a member of the technical crew said they weren’t aware he has limited days else they would have asked him to stay back and join the team if they qualify for the World Cup. He said Ola-Adebomi will stay be considered for the World Cup if they make it. Saying it’s actually not an issue that should be over flogged.

Benefits of Online Gaming that People Should Know

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Do you know, aside from getting entertainment and fun, the online gaming fraternity is a channel for making money? Following the tremendous growth of the online gaming industry, many people are enjoying the numerous advantages that come with gaming. Remember, you can now access any game of your choice from the comfort of your smartphone from any location because you have your phone everywhere with you. Due to this, many people can now easily access online games, whether at the home, office, or in any other location. You will play, have fun and even make money from it and other related benefits of online gaming. Whether you play card games, sports betting, spinning, ewm casino (逸萬門), or any other online game will earn your money and have fun. 

Read this article to learn the essential advantages you will have by playing online games.

Enhances socialization

During the introduction of online games, most of them were invaded by bots, but they are no longer in the picture. The current social media platforms show that online games have become more social than ever. For instance, if you join any online gaming platform with a wide range of games, you will likely mingle and interact with several players. As you play games online, chances are you will build strong bonds online that will likely lead to real-life meetings to know each other better.       

Refreshes your mind

While physical exercise is one of the best ways of clearing your mind, playing online games will help you relieve stress. You can engage in online gaming to refresh your mind whenever you are not in the mood for physical exercises since they serve the same purpose when clearing your mind. Ensure you join online gaming platforms, and choose a game that will help clear your mind. This is possible because most online games give you the much-required adrenaline rush. All these online games have a way of distracting you from overthinking.

Flexibility

Playing online games is more flexible than physical games because you can play the games from anywhere at any time of the day. You are not confined by any rules to visiting a gaming location like in the physical gaming areas. You can set your timing and play any time you are ready to access your ideal games. The internet has engineered flexibility and equality because you can play these games without visiting physical casinos. Besides, most of these online games, like ewm casino (逸萬門), can be accessed any time you wish to play.

Educative

Although some games involve races, spins, and violence, numerous free educational games will make you wiser than before. Today, even children play online games before they can start any other sport. Such children gain faster mental development than those who have not played online games.

From the pointer mentioned above, you can see many benefits of playing online games. It does not matter the type of gaming you are into. Playing these games offers you diverse advantages, meaning you don’t have any reason not to play them. While at it, ensure you choose games that you will enjoy and still earn amazing benefits that can help you rank up in life.

U20 AFCON – Nigeria Vs Zambia Friendly Game Gets New Dates, Bosso Picks Final 21 Man List

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The two legged friendly games between the Nigeria U20 team and that of Zambia has been shifted from Friday the 27th of January and 29th respectively, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal.

We gathered the game which is meant to help both teams prepare adequately for the upcoming U20 Africa Cup of Nations was shifted on the grounds of logistics but it will still hold in Abuja.

A new date of 3rd and 6th of February has been agreed between both teams with the expectations that before then they would have released their final 21 man list for the tournament in Egypt.

Meanwhile, the coach of the Nigerian team Ladan Bosso has submitted a provisional list of 25 players, out of which 21 have been selected in the main squad, the remaining four are said to be on standby.

The list will be made public by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) later today.

U20 AFCON – Bosso Drops Four, Crystal Palace Striker, Arsenal Winger Lit Up Nigeria U20 Training Session

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The head coach of the Nigeria U20 team Ladan Bosso has wielded the big axe on some players in the camp of the team ahead of the naming of the final 25 man list for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.

Prior to the start of yesterday’s training, four players were sent home from the camp of the team while one invited foreign based player in Lekan Oyedele of Feirense was told not to bother resuming, with the coach okay with the options in the left back position that he plays.

Yesterday was also the first time that all invited foreign based players who arrived the camp over the weekend took part in full training. Bosso had the players against themselves in a test game.

The game ended in a stalemate but it afford the coach the chance to have a first hand view of Ademola Ola-Adebomi of Crystal Palace, Joel Ideho of Arsenal, Michael Ologo of Istanbulspor and Abel Ogwuche of Trelleborgs.

During the session, the duo of Ideho and Ogwuche were particularly impressive while Ologo showed the composure expected of a player, who has top flight experience. Ola-Adebomi was imposing but didn’t get enough time to show his abilities.

He played for around 15 minutes and appeared to be uncomfortable with the nature of the playing surface at the FIFA Goal Project. He was also seen having a discussion with some of his teammates about the weather.

Nigerian Players Who Currently Play In The Premier League

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Since the Premier League began in 1992, many great African players have graced the competition. Ivorian international striker Didier Drogba, with his 164 goals in two spells for Chelsea, was arguably the best of them all, but there have been many other special talents.

Tony Yeboah, Yaya Toure, Sadio Mane and Nwankwo Kanu are some of the best African footballers in recent EPL history, while Egyptian international Mohamed Salah currently scores heavily for Liverpool.

Included in the list of African greats are many Nigerian players and many are still active in the English Premier League.

Keeping the Foxes on Course

For most of his eight years in England, Kelechi Iheanacho has been used as a back up to the main strikers. He began his career at Taye Academy in Imo State while an impressive set of displays at the Under-17 World Cup attracted the attention of some big clubs around Europe.

Manchester City made their move and, after a spell in their youth academy, Iheanacho made his senior debut for the club in 2015. Frustrated at the lack of first team opportunities, the Centre forward moved to Leicester City in 2017, but he has tobe patient as second choice behind Jamie Vardy.

During his time at the King Power Stadium, Kelechi Iheanacho has scored some important goals. At the start of 2023, he struck the only goal in Leicester’s third round FA Cup win over Gillingham.

After a poor start to the Premier League season, sports bettingmarkets show the Foxes among the outsiders to win the FA Cup, but more goals from their Nigerian international could help to upset the odds.

Nigerian Teammates

Kelechi Iheanacho has an international teammate in the Foxes squad. Wilfred Ndidi joined Leicester City in 2017 after two seasons with Genk in Belgium. Like a lot of his contemporaries who are now employed at top European clubs, Ndidi has never played professionally in his native Nigeria.

The defender was spotted while playing at youth level with the Nath Boys Academy. From there, he was taken to Belgium where he made his senior debut for Genk as an 18-year-old.

Wilfred Ndidi’s career took off when he crossed to the English Premier League. He won the FA Cup with Leicester City in 2021 and has become a regular player in the Nigerian national team, winning 48 caps to date.

Forest Keep Fighting

If relegation candidates Nottingham Forest are to stay in the Premier League, they will be grateful for the contributions of Taiwo Awoniyi. After a solitary season with Union Berlin in Germany, he headed for the City Ground in 2022.

Awoniyi impressed in the Bundesliga, scoring 20 goals in 43 games across all competitions in 2021/22. As his Forest team fight relegation, it’s been tougher for the Nigerian international, but four goals in his first 16 league matches have included some important strikes.

Taiwo Awoniyi scored the winner in his team’s most impressive performance this season, a 1-0 win over Liverpool, and he’ll need to maintain that form if the club are to survive.

Joe Aribo

Southampton’s Nigerian international midfielder Joe Aribo took a more direct route into the English Premier League. The 26-year-old was born in London and has spent his entire professional career in the UK.

Aribo began with non-league Staines Town and was spotted by Charlton Athletic. He spent four years with the South London club before heading to Scotland to join Glasgow Rangers. Joe Aribo signed for Southampton in 2022 and is another player currently battling against relegation.

He can score useful goals from midfield and, via his ancestry, Aribo has already made 20 appearances for the Nigerian international team.

More to Follow?

Who will be the next Nigerian international to join his predecessors in the Premier League. One of the most promising young strikers in world football right now is Victor Osimhenwho has been in productive form for his Italian side Napoli.

Osimhen has dismissed speculation over his future and wants to help league leaders Napoli to close out the Serie A title. Once the current season is over, Manchester United are among a host of Premier League clubs to be linked with the player’s signature.

Could Calvin Bassey make a return to the UK? The young defender played for two seasons at Glasgow Rangers before joining Ajax last summer. The player revealed that he has been turned down by Premier League clubs in the past and he’s looking to prove them wrong.

The Dutch Eredivisie is actively scouted by Premier League sides, and few would rule out a place at a top English outfit for Bassey in the future.

There are many top-class Nigerian players already involved in the English Premier League. It’s surely only a matter of time before their numbers increase.

 

 

Arsenal Wonderkid Hits Nigeria U20 Camp After Training With First Team Before Win Over Man Utd

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The camp of the Nigeria U20 team has been boosted with the arrival of highly rated Arsenal forward Joel Ideho, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal.

Ideho was handed a call up as one of the foreign based players by coach of the Nigerian team Ladan Bosso who is keen on having a proven goal scorer within his ranks ahead of the tournament next month in Egypt.

Bosso scouted across Europe for players eligible for the team and Ideho’s profile struck him the most and he quickly established contacts with his representatives. The 19 year old has scored just once this season in five games but his reputation as one of the talented teens in the youth team has seen him train with the first team on several occasions.

He was recently pictured in training with the first team two days before their 3-2 win over Manchester United in the English Premier League. He arrived the camp of the Nigeria U20 team in Abuja earlier today just in time for the evening training session.

Born in the Netherlands to Nigerian parents, the Netherlands made attempts to make him shun the Nigerian team as he is in their plans for a youth team call up. They have been on his case since his days at Ajax and have been monitoring his progress at Arsenal.

Despite the advances, he stuck to his determination to represent Nigeria and he will begin to fight for a spot in the final squad for the tournament later today. He will likely also play in the back to back friendly games against Zambia on Friday and Sunday respectively.

Super Eagles Striker Agrees Deal To Join German Bundesliga Side Eintracht Frankfurt

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As said severally the January transfer window will no doubt witness lots of movement of players around the world with players of the senior national team of Nigeria also expected to be a part of it.

Captain of the team William Troost Ekong has already joined Italian Serie A side Salernitana from Watford on a loan deal till the end of the season. His move is however not the latest per what we exclusively gathered.

Report has it that Genk of Belgium forward Paul Onuachu has already agreed personal terms on a deal to join Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt bringing an end to speculations about his future with Belgium side Genk. This season he has scored 14 goals in 18 games.

He will join the German side on a four year deal with the option of another extra year but the move is currently not official yet with both teams yet to agree on the terms of the payment of the transfer fee which we are made to believe is between 12-15m Euros.

Genk are opened to getting the deal done as this window is one of the surest they have to cash in big on him with 18 months left to run on his deal. By next summer he will have just a year to go on his contract and at 29 he will be hard to trade off for a decent amount.

Southgate’s Frustration At Lookman Shunning England For Nigeria Revisited As He Nets Brace Against Juventus

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Nigeria international winger Ademola Lookman took his goal tally for the season to 11 after netting a brace against Juventus for Atalanta in their 3-3 draw in the Italian Serie A.

Lookman handed his team a 4th minute lead which but it was cancelled by Angel Di Maria before Arkadiusz Milik put his team 2-1 up,  30 minutes later. Immediately after the restart Joakim Maehle drew the away team level, piling more misery on Juventus, who are battling a 15 points deduction due to financial irregularities.

Lookman handed the team again in the 53rd minute with a well placed header but Juventus struck back 13 minutes later through Danilo and the game stayed levelled like that till after 90 minutes.

After the game, the discussions were centered around Lookman who is now seen by many as the signing of the season following his €15m move from RB Leipzig in the summer. The 25 year old is second in the goal scorers chart with only his international teammate Victor Osimhen ahead of him with 13 goals.

With four senior caps to his name for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, he could have been pushing for a call up to the English national team based on his form if the present coach of the English team Gareth Southgate had his way.

Southgate was his coach at U21 level with England and the coach tried to stop the former England U19, U20 and U21 winger from representing Nigeria when the discussion about his possible switch of allegiance first came up.

His form this season has forced us to revisit the issue again because it’s looking like England’s lost is now Nigeria’s gain as the Super Eagles get set to return to action in March for the AFCON 2024 qualifiers.

Southgate speaking back then said Lookman is among the players he hope to see in the senior colours of England after turning down three approaches from Nigeria.

“I know every country is quite aggressive in their recruiting and I know they have always had an interest in him, but he is playing and has been in our squads, the 20s, 21s,” Southgate said in 2018.

“So in terms of encouragement through game time, we are doing as much as we possibly can. Lookman knows he has a future with us”.

 

Top 3 Factors to Keep in Mind When Choosing the Leading Online Gaming Company

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Finding a top-rated gaming site is helpful if you want to enjoy gaming over the internet. Anexcellent online gaming platform is trustworthy and safe. It provides high-quality games, quickpayouts, and incredible bonuses.

In other words, choosing a top-notch online game provider puts you in a position to enjoy your favorite games and enhance your chances of winning. What is the ideal online gaming platform? There are many online gaming websites on the market. But not all gaming sites are safe to play at. Here is a list of ways to find the right online slot gaming site.

1. Choose a Licensed and Genuine Provider

In this era of internet fraudsters, it is vital to learn how to identify legal gaming providers. This will help save you money and time. Genuine online gaming platforms like jilibet tend to have licenses from relevant authorities. It is significant for a particular online gaming site to acquire a license from its jurisdiction.

The license indicates whether an operator accepts punters from your region. Some licenses accept players from a vast list of countries. Additionally, it helps to keep in mind that most gaming platforms list the countries they are operating. It is also advisable to check this list if you are still determining whether a particular online game provider will allow you to create an account and sign up with them.

1. Secure Measures and Trustworthiness

Secondly, you can determine if a specific online gaming company is legal by checking its security and trust. The law governing online gaming websites requires the game provider to make sure they secure their websites. Most of them prefer an SSL subscription, which protects their data and personal information from hackers invading the sites.

Aside from SSL, the ideal online gaming platform also applies anti-malware programs and anti-DD Os to help stay safe from unnecessary internet threats. Ideally, they will empower you to protect the account via two-factor authentication and password.

A secure gaming platform does not necessarily imply it is trustworthy. You can trust it to keep your data safe. But considering its reputation, you can also trust it with your money. It helps to select the leading online gaming website.

2. An Array of Quality Slot Games

In most occurrences, online gamers are looking for top-rated gaming sites to play slot machines. In that case, it helps to find a site loaded with high-quality slot games. For instance, if you are a poker lover, it would be great to settle on a gaming site that offers other game variants.

For references, it is essential to find the leading game developers like:

Micro gaming
Play-tech
Bet Soft
IGT
Net Ent
Quick spin
Evaluation

Make sure that your prospective online gaming website also features popular games such as:

Book of the dead
Mega Moolah
Gonzo Quest
Thunderstruck 2
Star bust

Besides, settling on a gaming site that offers live games is crucial. This will allow you to enjoy games such as:

Poker
Roulette
Blackjack

Conclusion

Live gaming sites offer an excellent platform to play online through a video link. The experience is fascinating, competitive, and social. Signing up at the most reputable online game providers like jilibet will give you an excellent first-class online gaming experience.

Ekong Arrives Italy For Unveiling At Serie A Side Salernitana As Loan Signing From Watford

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The captain of the senior national team of Nigeria William Troost Ekong has arrived in Italy ahead of his unveiling at Serie A side Salernitana. He will join the club on loan for the rest of the season.

Ekong was pictured at the airport upon his arrival in Italy, where he is set to undergo medicals and also unveiled by Salernitana in the next few hours with all loan terms already agreed with Watford.

We gathered that the deal includes an obligation to buy if struggling Salernitana who are 16th on the Serie A table beats the drop to the second division. Ekong will join the club automatically if that happens for an undisclosed fee already agreed between both parties.

In the English Championship this season, he has played in 15 games out of a possible 27 games for 3rd placed Watford, who are keen on securing a return to the English Premier League last season.

Ekong is not entirely new to Serie A as he spent two years at Udinese and played 65 league games before joining Watford three years ago. A return is set to appeal to him with a run of regular games topping his wishes for 2023.