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Omeruo Reflects on Super Eagles Last-gasp Victory over Sierra Leone

Omeruo Furious at Referee’s Decision That Almost Cost Nigeria

The Super Eagles were able to defeat Sierra Leone on their travels to secure their ticket to AFCON 2023 in Ivory Coast next year. The Nigeria national football team came away with a hard...
Kenneth Omeruo Biography

Kenneth Omeruo Biography, Salary, Net Worth, Wife, House, Academy

Kenneth Josiah Omeruo is a Nigerian footballer who plays for Leganes in the Segunda Division as a defender. Omeruo has proven to be one of the elite defenders in La Liga league B, as...
Dennis, Onauchu Score, Simon Impressive, Ekong, Omeruo, Awaziem Solid in Defence

Nigerian Players Abroad: Dessers, Onuachu, Dennis score; Omeruo, Ekong, others impress

A host of Nigerian players abroad were instrumental for their respective club sides in Europe over the weekend, while some ended on the losing side but were still able to hold their own despite...

Kenneth Omeruo Buys Range Rover For His Wife Chioma

Super Eagles star Kenneth Omeruo has bought a Range Rover as a birthday gift for his wife, Chioma Omeruo.   The former Chelsea player Omeruo, who plays as a defender for Leganés in the Segunda...
Omeruo Missing Super Eagles AFCON Qualifiers

Omeruo Clears Air On Missing Super Eagles AFCON Qualifiers

Kenneth Omeruo has taken to Twitter to confirm he will miss the Super Eagles AFCON double qualifiers against Sierra Leone no thanks to injury. The CD Leganes defender said the injury he suffered in action...
Drop Omeruo From S’Eagles Squad Vs Sierra Leone

Rohr Could Drop Omeruo From S’Eagles Squad Vs Sierra Leone

Kenneth Omeruo has picked up an injury as Leganes edged out Mirandes 1-0 in a Spanish Segunda game at the Estadio Municipal de Burtaque on Sunday afternoon. The Super Eagles defender was seen limping out...

Awaziem, Omeruo Weep As Leganes Four-Year Stay In Laliga Came To An End

Leganes’ four-year stay in LaLiga has come to an end on Sunday, despite a spirited display against champions Real Madrid, while Getafe miss out on a place in Europe. Madrid already had the league title...
Awaziem Leganes Relegation defensive Error

Awaziem Pushes Leganes Into Relegation Battle With Defensive Error

Goals from Real Valladolid’s Enes Unal and Rubén Alcaraz condemned the home side to a crushing 2-1 defeat despite Javier Aguirre handling the Super Eagles duo of Chidozie Awaziem and Kenneth Omeruo a rare...
Omeruo First Goal For Leganes

Omeruo Scores First Goal For Leganes Against Real Sociedad

Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo has recorded his first goal for Leganes in their 2-1 win over Real Sociedad in Sunday’s La Liga game at Estadio Municipal de Butarque. Omeruo was handed his 15th league...
Messi Disgraces Awaziem New Record

Messi Disgraces Omeruo, Awaziem, Sets New Record

Lionel Messi has recorded a new feat as Barcelona destroyed Chidozie Awaziem and Kenneth Omeruo’s Leganes side in a Copa Del Rey clash between the two sides at Camp Nou on Thursday night. The...
Omeruo First Win Against Messi

Omeruo Eyes First Win Against Messi In Barca’s Copa Del Rey Clash

Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo will tonight hope to record his first-ever victory against Lionel Messi’s Barcelona when they file out with Leganes in a Copa del Rey quarter-final game at the Nou Camp. The...
Leganes' Omeruo Awaziem Atletico Madrid Draw

Leganes’ Omeruo, Awaziem Force Atletico Madrid To A Draw

Super Eagles defenders, Kenneth Omeruo and Chidozie Awaziem were a force to reckon with when their relegation-threatened club CD Leganes visited Atletico Madrid and secured a 0-0 draw in Sunday’s LaLiga clash at the...
Etebo Getafe Past Omeruo’s Leganes

Etebo Takes Getafe Past Kenneth Omeruo’s Leganes

Getafe’ s new boy Oghenekaro Etebo made a La Liga debut that will last in fans memories as he helped his side thrash Kenneth Omeruo’s Leganes 0-3 at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque on...
Tomori About Allegiance Omeruo

‘I Tried Convincing Tomori About Allegiance’ – Omeruo Reveals

Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo has revealed how he tried convincing Fikayo Tomori to switch his international allegiance to Nigeria, before becoming cap-tied to England. Tomori and Omeruo were both sent out from Stamford Bridge...
Benzema's Best Player Ever Faced Omeruo

‘Benzema’s The Best Player I’ve Ever Faced’ – Omeruo

Super Eagles centre-back Kenneth Omeruo has chosen Real Madrid star Karim Benzema as the best player he has ever played against. The 26-year-old faced Benzema earlier this season in his side's 5-0 defeat at the Santiago...
Omeruo Struggling Place In Super Eagles

Omeruo Denies Struggling For A Place In The Super Eagles

With the crop of fantastic defenders now present in the Super Eagles, the battle for places in the squad has been hotting up recently with the return of Semi Ajayi and Leon Balogun obvious...
Omeruo Return From Injury

Omeruo In Race To Return From Injury

Leganes defender Kenneth Omeruo is eyeing a quick return to action for the club following the injury he picked up on Saturday. The former Chelsea player started the game for Aguirre’s men against Barcelona on...
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‘Why I Had To Quit Football’ – Sani Emmanuel

Ex-U17 Golden Ball winner, Sani Emmanuel, has revealed his reasons for quitting football after emerging as one of the brightest stars when Nigeria hosted and reached the final of the 2009 FIFA U-17 World...
Dropped Omeruo For Semi Ajayi

Why I Dropped Omeruo For Semi Ajayi – Rohr

Gernot Rohr, Super Eagles head coach, has opened up on his decision to play Semi Ajayi in central defence alongside Williams Troost-Ekong in Nigeria’s AFCON qualifying match against Lesotho on Sunday. The West Bromwich Albion...
Omeruo Fit Super Eagles Vs Lesotho

AFCONQ: Omeruo Fit For Super Eagles Vs Lesotho – Team Doctor

Gernot Rohr, the Super Eagles Coach, has been handed a defensive boost ahead of the AFCON 2021 qualifying match against Lesotho after Center Half Kenneth Omeruo was passed fit for the clash by...
Omeruo Ajayi War Over Jersey

Nigeria Vs Benin: Omeruo, Ajayi ‘War’ Over Jersey

Ajayi has been used by coach Gernot Rohr in Omeruo’s absence in the national team.
Omeruo Kalu In Uyo Camp

AFCON Qualifiers: Omeruo, Kalu In Uyo Camp, Others To Arrive Today

The camp of the Super Eagles of Nigeria officially opened on Sunday evening following the early arrival of vice-captain Kenneth Omeruo and winger Samuel Kalu ahead of Wednesday’s AFCON qualifier against Benin Republic. According to...
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‘Why I Left Out Omeruo’ – New Leganes Boss Explains

CD Leganes new manager, Luis Cembranos has justified his decision to exclude Kenneth Omeruo from the team’s clash with RCD Mallorca on Saturday. Omeruo was missing from the squad that ensured Leganes first win of...
Sporting Charleroi clear Osimhen for Training After Injury Scare

I’ll Be Available For Benin & Lesotho Games – Osimhen

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has dismissed reports that he may not be available for Nigeria’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Benin and Lesotho. The 20-year-old suffered an abductor injury in Lille’s...
Leganes Unveil Success Makanjuola

CD Leganes Unveil Flying Eagles Star Success Makanjuola

CD Leganes have finally unveiled Flying Eagles midfielder Success Makanjuola who completed a transfer to La Liga club side from Water FC in Abuja. Makanjuola was part of the team that represented Nigeria at the...
Replace Samuel Kalu Brazil friendly

Rohr Replaces Injured Samuel Kalu for Brazil friendly

When the Super Eagles of Nigeria meet with Brazil in the forthcoming international friendly, Gernot Rohr will be missing the services of Samuel Kalu following the injury sustained by the Bordeaux winger in training. The...
Tyronne Ebuehi Fit For Super Eagles vs Seychelles Clash

Ebuehi Called To Replace Injured Omeruo For Brazil Friendly

Benfica defender Tyronne Ebuehi has been called upon to replace injured Kenneth Omeruo in the Super Eagles squad for the much anticipated international friendly against Brazil, the Nigeria Football Federation have announced. Omeruo was injured...
I Prefer a Permanent Contract with Leganes - Kenneth Omeruo

Omeruo To Miss Out On Super Eagles Friendly Against Ukraine

Kenneth Omeruo is the latest player to pull out of the Super Eagles friendly in Ukraine as he is currently processing his work permit in Spain. Injury has already ruled out Leicester City midfielder Wilfred...
I Prefer a Permanent Contract with Leganes - Kenneth Omeruo

Kenneth Omeruo’s Younger Brother Lucky On Trials In Belgium

The younger brother of Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo, Lucky Omeruo, is on trials at Belgian club Waasland-Beveren. The 23-year-old, who is hoping to get a contract at the end of the trials, played the...
Omeruo Signs 5-Year Leganes Deal

Finally! Super Eagles Defender Omeruo Signs 5-Year Leganes Deal

Kenneth Omeruo has confirmed he has signed a five- year deal with Spanish Laliga side, CD Leganes, AOIFootball.com report. Omeruo put up a stellar performance last season on loan from Chelsea, with his name mentioned...
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Chelsea Wants More From Leganes If Omeruo Must Stay

Kenneth Omeruo has suffered a setback in his bid to leave the Stamford Bridge outfit permanently this summer. At the last count, the Super Eagles defender has never featured for Chelsea, but he is keen...
Omeruo Visits Flying Eagles Camp

Super Eagles Defender Omeruo Visits Flying Eagles Camp In Abuja [VIDEO]

Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo paid a surprise visit to Flying Eagles training camp in Abuja, according to fcnaija.com. Nigerian Under 20 side are preparing for the football event of the All African Games billed...
omeruo Awaziem Dope Test

Super Eagles Defenders Omeruo, Awaziem Face Dope Test

According to Sports Extra, Super Eagles defenders Kenneth Omeruo and Chidozie Awaziem were randomly picked by the Confederation of African Football medics for dope tests on Saturday. The duo played for the entire duration in...
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Nigeria 1 Vs 0 Guinea: Omeruo’s Goal Sends Super Eagles To Round of 16

The Nigeria vs Guinea game has ended in a 1-0 win to the Super Eagles as they become to the first team to qualify for the AFCON 2019 round of 16. Kenneth Omeruo scored in...

Chelsea Ready To Sell Super Eagles star Kenneth Omeruo

Chelsea are eager to offload defender Kenneth Omeruo in the summer if clubs interested in signing the Super Eagles star can match up to their asking price. The Super Eagles star joined the Blues in...
Kenneth Omeruo Emerges Best Nigerian Player In Europe

Super Eagles Defender Kenneth Omeruo Emerges Best Nigerian Player In Europe

Super Eagles star Kenneth Omeruo has been ranked the best Nigerian player in the big five leagues in Europe for the month of December. International Centre for Sports Studies - CIES Football Observatory rated players...
I Prefer a Permanent Contract with Leganes - Kenneth Omeruo

LaLiga: I’m Ready For Lionel Messi – Kenneth Omeruo

Kenneth Omeruo is confident Leganes of Spain can get a good result when they play the almighty Barcelona on Sunday, believing their Copa del Rey win over Real Madrid on Wednesday will inspire them. Super...
Omeruo to Accept Permanent Move to CD Leganes

Omeruo to Accept Permanent Move to CD Leganes

According to SCORENigeria, Kenneth Omeruo will welcome his loan move if made permanent at CD Leganes because the La Liga club feels very much like home. The Super Eagles defender is on loan from Chelsea...
LaLiga: Omeruo targets seventh straight league start against Getafe

LaLiga: Omeruo targets seventh straight league start against Getafe

Kenneth Omeruo has stated his readiness for Leganes crunch clash against neighbours Getafe on Friday tonight in the Spanish LaLiga. The Super Eagles defender will be targeting his seventh straight league start after starring in...
Kenneth Omeruo Impress In Copa Del Rey As CD Leganes Advances

Kenneth Omeruo Impress In Copa Del Rey As CD Leganes Advances

Kenneth Omeruo is keyed up that his Spanish LaLiga club CD Leganes are through to the Copa Del Rey Round of 16. The Super Eagles defender made his eighth consecutive start for CD Leganes is...
Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo welcomes baby girl

Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo welcomes baby girl

Kenneth Omeruo has now become a father for the first time after his wife Chioma gave birth to a baby girl today in London. The Super Eagles defender, who got married in 2017 to Chioma...
Super Eagles Manager Gernot Rohr Arrives As Camp Opens Today In Asaba

Rohr Names Super Eagles Defender With The Best Aerial Ability

Gernot Rohr has named Chelsea loanee Kenneth Omeruo as the defender with the best aerial ability in the Super Eagles team ahead of the likes of William Troost-Ekong, Leon Balogun, Jamilu Collins and Abdullahi...
Rohr, NFF Permit Omeruo To Miss Uganda Friendly over heavily pregnant wife

Rohr, NFF Permit Omeruo To Miss Uganda Friendly over heavily pregnant wife

Kenneth Omeruo has been granted leave on compassion ground by the Nigeria Football Federation and manager Gernot Rohr to be with his wife in London. The former Golden Eaglets star’s heavily pregnant wife is due...
I Prefer a Permanent Contract with Leganes - Kenneth Omeruo

I Prefer a Permanent Contract with Leganes – Kenneth Omeruo

Leganes of Spain defender Kenneth Omeruo says he is not looking forward to a return to his parent club, Chelsea Goalball.com.ng understands. The player says he would love to get a permanent stay at...

Chelsea defender Kenneth Omeruo joins Leganes

Chelsea have confirmed that Kenneth Omeruo has joined La Liga outfit Leganes on loan. The 24-year-old moved to Chelsea from Standard Liege in 2012 but is yet to make a first-team appearance for the club. The...