Nigerian Chronicles

  Premier League Matchweek 2: Full Fixtures, Key News and What to Watch This Weekend The 2026/27 Premier League season moves into Matchweek 2 this weekend, with 10 matches scheduled from Friday, August 28, through Monday, August 31. The opening weekend produced several surprises, including Hull City's 2-0 victory over Manchester United, Brentford's 3-0 win against Tottenham and Liverpool's dramatic 2-2 draw with Newcastle. Here is a look at every Matchweek 2 fixture and the major storylines surrounding each game. Crystal Palace vs Manchester City Friday, August 28 Manchester City travel to Selhurst Park looking to build on their dramatic opening-day victory over Bournemouth. City came from behind to win 2-1, with Josko Gvardiol scoring the late winner. New manager Enzo Maresca will now face another test as he begins life after Pep Guardiola. Crystal Palace will be hoping to take advantage of home support and cause another early-season surprise. Key storyline: Can Maresca...

Zadok Yohanna Joins Brighton Pre-Season as Nigerian Talent Targets Premier League Breakthrough Nigerian winger Zadok Yohanna has been officially integrated into Brighton & Hove Albion’s first-team squad for pre-season as he continues his adaptation to English football and the demands of the Premier League. The 19-year-old, who completed a record-breaking transfer from Swedish side AIK earlier this summer, is expected to feature in Brighton’s preparations for the 2026/27 campaign after the club opted against sending him out on loan. Brighton manager Fabian Hürzeler has previously identified Yohanna as an exciting young prospect, highlighting his pace, creativity, and ability to influence play in the final third. The club, however, has also stressed that the winger will require time to fully adapt to the intensity and physical demands of English football. Yohanna’s rapid rise from Kaduna-based Ikon Allah Football Academy to one of Europe’s most highly regarded young winge...