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AFCON 2023: Southampton boss Martin ready to release Nigeria’s Joe Aribo

AFCON 2023: Southampton boss Martin ready to release Nigeria’s Joe Aribo

Super Eagles midfielder Joe Aribo will not be hindered from participating in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023, Southampton head coach Rusell Martin revealed on Tuesday. The 27-year-old, who got the first goal for the Saints in their 5-0 mauling of Swansea at St. Mary’s Stadium on Boxing Day, was praised by Martin, who reiterated his stance of not stopping Aribo or any other...

‘I got my Christmas wish’ – Nigeria’s Aribo reflects on scoring first Southampton goal of the season

‘I got my Christmas wish’ – Nigeria’s Aribo reflects on scoring first Southampton goal of the season

Joe Aribo says his got his Christmas wish after scoring his first goal of the season in Southampton's 5-0 Boxing Day bashing of Swansea City in the Championship. The Nigerian midfielder opened the scoring in the 17th minute, followed by compatriot Samuel Edozie, Ryan Fraser's brace and Che Adam's solo effort. It was Aribo's first goal in his 18th league appearance this season and stated it...

Ndidi scores first Championship goal in Leicester City win over 10-man Southampton

Ndidi scores first Championship goal in Leicester City win over 10-man Southampton

Wilfred Ndidi scored his first-ever Championship goal as Leicester City secured a 4-1 win over Southampton who finished the game at St. Mary's with 10 men. The game was a clash two of the Premier League's most high-profile relegated sides last season having both enjoyed a decade's plus stint in the English top fight. Veteran forward Jamie Vardy put the Foxes in the front after just...