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It is an action-packed and decisive weekend for Nigerian players across the world led by Victor Osimhen and Ladan Bosso's Nigeria U-20 team.
It’s a decisive weekend for Nigerians in football, with Victor Osimhen and the Flying Eagles at the heart of it all.
From a blockbuster clash in the Serie A for Osimhen and his Napoli side to the Nigerian under-20 team to the 2023 FIFA World Cup.
With a lot at stake across the board especially for some of the Nigerians and their teams in Europe, here are the top five (5) must-watch matches for Nigerians this weekend.
Osimhen’s Napoli host Inter Milan
It’s one of the biggest games in the world this weekend as the latest Italian champions host Champions League finalist Inter in Naples.
Napoli have wrapped up the league after lifting their first title in 33 years, but Osimhen and his teammates still have some records to chase before the season ends.
The Partenopei are looking to become the first team in the history of the Serie A to beat 19 different teams if they can get one over Inter on Sunday.
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For Nigeria Super Eagles star, Osimhen, the chance to become the latest champion to emerge as the top scorer is still there for the taking and he will be looking to add to his 23 goals.
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21:33 - 18.05.2023
Napoli preparing colossal Osimhen release clause to ward off Manchester United and Real Madrid
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Inter, off an impressive win that saw them qualify for the Champions League final, are still in the hunt for a return to the competition next season.
That game is slated for the Diego Amando Maradona Stadium on Sunday.
Ladan Boss’s Flying Eagles vs Dominican
It’s time for Nigeria under-20 boss Ladan Bosso and his boys to walk the talk as the FIFA U20 World Cup gets off the mark in Argentina.
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will take-on their counterparts from the Dominican Republic hoping to get their quest for a first U20 title off to the best possible start.
Bosso’s Eagles ended their preparation with an entertaining six-goal thriller against Colombia, with the Flying Eagles coming from two goals down to draw 3-3.
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The match will be played at the Estadio Malvinas Argentinas with kick off at 7 pm Nigerian time on Sunday.
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Wolves vs Everton
In the English Premier League, Super Eagles playmaker Alex Iwobi and his Everton side will continue the fight to escape relegation.
The Toffees are at the Molineux Stadium to face Wolves in a tricky encounter on Saturday.
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05:20 - 13.05.2023
TRANSFERS Why Nigeria Super Eagles star Iwobi could leave Everton this season
A mass exodus is set to hit Everton this season with Nigeria Super Eagles playmaker Alex Iwobi one of the big names who could leave the club.
Iwobi and his teammates currently sit 17th on the table, with just a point above the danger zone.
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The Merseysiders have their destiny still firmly in their hands heading into the final two games of the season and will be hoping that their Nigerian superstar can play a key role to help them escape the drop.
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal
Another Nigerian star Taiwo Awoniyi is involved in another game that means a lot in the relegation battle.
The Reds have moved three points from safety and have their Nigerian superstar Awoniyi to thank following back-to-back braces.
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23:13 - 13.05.2023
ANALYSIS Awoniyi has embraced the chaos - Forest striker could be the difference between safety and relegation
The Nigerian's brace at Chelsea secured a point for Steve Cooper's men, which could have relegation implications for the Tricky Trees and the teams around them.
This weekend, they welcome a wounded Arsenal side looking to bounce back ASAP after their title dreams were ended significantly by Brighton and Hove Albion.
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Awoniyi will hope to continue his newly found form which could see the home side move further away from the drop and closer than ever to safety.
Manchester City vs Chelsea
If there is a team that needs serious prayers this weekend it is London club Chelsea.
The Blues and their manager Frank Lampard are guests at the Etihad where Real Madrid slayers Manchester City are looking to end the title race this weekend.
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10:30 - 19.05.2023
Haaland, De Bruyne model 'fire' Manchester City home kit for 2023/24 season
Days after booking their place in the Champions League final, Manchester City drop a new home kit for the 2023/24 season.
City in midweek taught Champions League giants Madrid footballing lessons en route to booking a ticket to the final of the competition.
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With the possibility of lifting their third successive PL title at stake, Lampard and his Blues could be in for a serious spanking from the Cityzens and their goal-monger Erling Haaland.
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