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The Gabon international delivered a brilliant performance to inspire the Gunners to a comprehensive victory at Emirates Stadium.

The former Gunners striker, Charlie Nicholas has seen signs of encouragement since Mikel Arteta took the reins but admits consistency remains an issue across the board. Arsenal “are not good enough to make the top four”, says Nicholas, with the coach needing more from the likes of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Alexandre Lacazette and Nicolas Pepe.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed the appointment of former Super Eagles skipper Joseph Yobo replacing Salisu Yusuf and Imama Amapakabo. The former was banned for accepting cash from undercover journalists posing as agents.

Nigeria has retained its 31st position in the latest FIFA rankings as released on Wednesday. The Super Eagles now occupy the 31st position in the world and are ranked third in Africa, behind Senegal (20) and Tunisia (27). 

Victor Moses 90' assist to Lukaku took Inter Milan to the summit of Serie A on Sunday, completing a remarkable second-half comeback to beat AC Milan 4-2 after Zlatan Ibrahimovic had set the Rossoneri on course for victory.

Lobi Stars have returned to the summit of the NPFL after defeating Wikki Tourists 2-1 at home while MFM battered unbeaten Kano Pillars 3-1 to end the side 13-game run.