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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by EmmGee: 5:48am On Apr 24, 2017 |
TheGoodJoe:Arsenal also had wrongful calls made against them 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 6:41am On Apr 24, 2017 |
TheSuperNerd: One question for you Sir. In what area has Nacho improved since the arrival of Lord Guardiola is my concern and not to make the young man look horrible. If you go back the the previous threads to chech my comments. I was one person who never liked the idea of Nacho going to Man City. I had wanted him to go to Fc Porto. Iheanacho himself confirmed it, that it was his Dad who convinced him to join Man City. I am of the believe that if the lad had joined Porto it would have benefited his career more than City move. Iheancho has always been on top of our priority list because of the belief we have in his abilities. No body doubts his abilities, for him to have been our proven goal scorer even after not having quality game time under Lord Guardiola speaks volumes about his game. However, somebody's loyalty to Guardiola should not stop us from crying out. Now lastly, Iheanacho's career is my career. Yes it is. That is why I will keep expecting the best from him, nothing less. *Modified* #TeamNachoAllDay# |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by AIG07: 6:59am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Napoleon55:So many things happen behind the scene. There is this saying that goes thus(I'm not sure on how it is been put) 'A voter's vote doesn't count but those that count the votes that counts' I don't really know if the voting is electronic(which I think we bring some transparency) and if so, it can still be manipulated to favour certain individual... The problem is that CAF doesn't get fans across the continent to cast their votes and the only thing been made known to the public is results. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by AIG07: 7:05am On Apr 24, 2017 |
terzurum5:If I may answer this question, I think Iheanacho has improved more on his 'off the ball movements' and with his latest interview he has learnt patience and perseverance which is a +ve character development. Categorically speaking, Iheanacho has developed. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 7:26am On Apr 24, 2017 |
AIG07:If that is all we can see about his development and these two areas of his development then we should not be crucified for wanting more. I wish Pellegrini never left Man City because he believed more in the lad. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 7:41am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Onobi set for Euro move Out-of-favour Super Eagles midfielder, Paul Onobi could be back in Europe soon as it is understood that he is on the radar of Finnish Veikkauslliga oufit, Rovaniemen Keskuskentta (Rops). Onobi, a key member of Nigeria's home- based Super Eagles side that featured at the 2016 African Nations Championship spent a season with another Finnish side, Kuopion Pallouseura last term before returning home to link up with Nigeria Professional Football League outfit, Abia Warriors. He is now set for a return to Finland in the summer with Rops ready to hand him another opportunity to feature for an European team. "Paul is still keen to play in Europe and Finland is still an option,"source close to the player revealed to .com. "Rops are interested in him but it won't be proper to discuss anything for now. We have to wait till the summer to decide things. "There are other teams outside Finland who are interested too but Rops are in the fore front for now." The talented midfielder has also featured for Enyimba and Sunshine Stars, both in the NPFL. www.soccernet.com.ng/2017/04/onobi-set-for-euro-move.html 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 7:47am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Obafemi Martins on target as Shanghai Shenhua triumph Obafemi Martins scored his first goal of the season as Shanghai Shenhua moved six points near leaders, Guangzhou R&F F.C. with a 2-0 away win over Guizhou Hengfeng. Martins headed in Jiajun Bai cross to score in the 37th minute of a low-key match which produced few scoring opportunities. The goal was his first in seven months for Gus Poyet’s men as they moved to sixth in the Chinese Super League with 10 points from six games. Despite his fine display, he was cautioned by referee Jun Xia in the 76th minute as the hosts struggled in vain to find the back of the net. Shehua host fourth-placed Shandong Luneng in their next outing on April 29. www.soccernet.com.ng/2017/04/obafemi-martins-on-target-as-shanghai.html 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by jamel9: 8:03am On Apr 24, 2017 |
safarigirl:It would be hard to use the national team performance as the main criteria in selecting CAF APOTY due to the limited match they play. I think the vocal point would be on your club performance. You can even judge from the way world best players are picked. Goals matters, but cups matters most. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 8:04am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Naby Keita you mean...... yes he is... plays for Guinea .... And he is indeed a major factor in that RB Leipzig team that have secured UCL automatic qualification. I know what you are getting at.... like why am I not considering him? Looolll... pardon me... I almost forgot about him actually.... His team is giving Bayern a good run for the bundesliga title but their last game saw them drop two valuable points and they currently sit 8points behind Bayern with four games to go.... So yeah... Naby Keita has been wonderful too this season. EmmGee: 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by jamel9: 8:13am On Apr 24, 2017 |
TheSuperNerd:Yes, it wouldn't be a walk in the pack, but cup is the number one criteria. Except dey won do wayo wayo. The position Moses plays is not expected of him to score goals as strikers or midfielders. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 8:17am On Apr 24, 2017 |
To say that Iheanacho hasn't improved one bit under Pep's drills is not true at all.... Pep may be an ass but His training routines are top class.... Nacho has improved in certain areas. Sir AIG07 has dropped some areas.... I really don't wanna talk too much on this Nacho matter at City. I just wanna wait for the summer to come and see what happens before August.... But I will also not stand by and watch Iheanacho crucified and labelled a player who is deteriorating or horrible or worse, lacking technical depth all in the name of showing that man city is a sh*t club.... it is unwarranted and unfair... This is why I spoke.... We must be able to distinguish our lines of arguments and not trying to make Nacho bad all of a sudden just to show that Drills don't work.... On this thread...it is being said that Nacho has no good first touch... and that he cannot contribute to build-up plays.... nothing I haven't read here against Nacho which are all falacies.... and super exaggerated... haba! No wonder Iheanacho said he isnt minding what "people back home" are saying.... the lad is focused... this is a difficult situation for him and the decisions he make now will make or mar his career.... it is his life and destiny... let him make the choice abeg... but we as analysts must be objective in analysing his situation and not using him as a symbol to force the argument that man city training ground is a destroyer of talents when that is an absolute lie.... terzurum5: 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 8:19am On Apr 24, 2017 |
I have already pointed out the bolded earlier in discussions with others... Wingbacks don't get on the score sheet oftentimes... it is only occasional. All these things are hopefully put into consideration. jamel9: 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 8:30am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Coach Rohr always in touch with technical committee, NFF claims By Alex Monye | 24 April 2017 Super Eagles Coach, Gernot Rohr. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has said that the relationship between Super Eagles Coach, Gernot Rohr, and the NFF’s technical committee has been cordial since taking up his current job. Speaking with The Guardian yesterday, the NFF Media Officer, Ademola Olajire, noted that the process of selecting players for the forthcoming 2019 AFCON qualifier match against South Africa would be duly supervised by Rohr and the committee. While adding that the federation’s concern is how to give the team the total support they need in order to qualify for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations( AFCON).Olajire said that the current selection process of players into the Eagles has become more stringent as Rohr is looking out for players that are 100 per cent fit and who are playing regularly for their clubs. The football house media man disclosed that the camping exercise in France ahead of the home game against South Africa was sanctioned by the board to enable the coach assess the players he wishes to use for the match without distraction. Speaking on the past match bonuses for players, which he claimed have all been settled, he said all modalities to ensure that Eagles succeed during the qualifiers have been solved. Olajire, who said that the NFF has charged Rohr to pick players for the epic encounter based on current form devoid of sentiment, added that the players picked would be sent letters of invitation immediately to avoid any anomalies that might occur when the camp opens. “NFF Technical Committee and the Eagles coach are in constant talks when it comes to players selection. The coach carries the committee along without any grudge. In the friendly game against Senegal in London, Chris Green, who is the head of the committee was always communicating with Rohr. The final selection process of players for the AFCON qualifier against South Africa would be strictly supervised. Eagles qualifying for the 2018 AFCON and 2019 World Cup is NFF’s top priority for now,” he said. Source: https://m.guardian.ng/sport/coach-rohr-always-in-touch-with-technical-committee-nff-claims/ 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by jamel9: 8:39am On Apr 24, 2017 |
TheSuperNerd:Ok, I see. We have a new CAF administration, lets hope they do things right. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 8:57am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Wenger Disagrees With Okocha, Explains Why Iwobi Lost His Spot At Arsenal Manager of Arsenal Arsene Wenger has revealed part of the reasons why Alex Iwobi lost his spot in the Arsenal team, following his none involvement in their last three games. Iwobi’s Uncle Austin Okocha has suggested that the return of senior players played a role in Iwobi’s relegation to the bench, insisting that the 20 year old will get better in the nearest future. However Arsene Wenger while speaking after his side 2-1 win over Manchester City in the semi-final, narrowed Iwobi’s exclusion alongside some other stars in the team to the new system the team is playing. Reacting to his decision to stick with the 3-5-2 formation, the manager expressed his happiness with the system but also feels sorry for players like Iwobi, Theo Walcott and others who lost their spot due to the system. He however suggested that the team will from time to time change their tactical formation based on the opponents they are facing before the season comes to an end in England. **Michael James Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2017/04/24/wenger-disagrees-with-okocha-explains-why-iwobi-lost-his-spot-at-arsenal/ |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 10:10am On Apr 24, 2017 |
terzurum5: Hehehehe! But Ajagun was on the team of the week last week na and Dominic Solanke will be going to a big Club next season, na. Anyway, I just want talk my own and that's all. Thanks oga 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 10:47am On Apr 24, 2017 |
terzurum5: With our large number of talents at Porto and none a regular at Porto, I wonder why you still feel Porto was a better destination for Nacho. Nacho has done well so far and City has a lot to do with it. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 10:54am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Icon4s: I have to agree with Boss Icon4s on this. Iheanacho showed brilliance when he dropped deep earlier in the game to build-up play and spread the ball. However, Nacho is guilty of seeking goals instead of building plays. That is the only place I see him lacking behind. The speed is there, the control under pressure is improving. His stamina and speed is improving. Nacho needs to want to feel the ball. Drop deep when we are in possession and make himself available for passes. I like he is getting active outside the 18 yard box but if he does more, he will become phenomenal. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by edi287: 11:16am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Nacho's build play gets overrated sometimes on here. Let's be honest; if it was as great as people say, there's no way he wouldn't be a starter. Nacho IS the best finisher in city. But he's not that mobile (improved in that aspect) and oddly enough, not that much of a great dribbler. The more I watch him, the more I'm convinced it was the right move to convert him to a 9. I just can't see him doing what De Bruyne or Silva does as the creative hub. He's a great finisher and has a good final pass. Everything else is just there. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by kennysville(m): 11:31am On Apr 24, 2017 |
terzurum5: You dey mind GoodJoe? The undisputed Eze ndi Eze of Bias and Contradiction Kingdom 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 11:37am On Apr 24, 2017 |
edi287: Did you see his move yesterday? If that was not brilliant, what is. Have you watched any of Iheanacho's games earlier this season? If you did, I doubt you will criticise his build-up plays. Players have different styles and Nacho does not hold the ball for long. However, playing midfield is far different from attacking. There is little time to hold on to the ball due to pressure of defenders that are close. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 11:38am On Apr 24, 2017 |
kennysville: Do you have a point to prove that I am bias. Say what you can prove. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by kennysville(m): 11:41am On Apr 24, 2017 |
AIG07: Off ball development? Really? Like seriously? Of all things to grow in, off ball movements? Wat happened to possession? Skill on the ball? Shooting Accuracy? U are here talking of off ball movement. I am sorry but that is rather ludicrous |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by kennysville(m): 11:43am On Apr 24, 2017 |
TheGoodJoe: I aint got nothing to prove. Inside of u, u know the truth. And time will tell with regards to almighty guardiola and how Nacho eventually becomes a better player. We will be here when u start to sing your tunes differently. I am kinda amazed at how you water down facts especially when you start to sound contradictory 3 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 11:46am On Apr 24, 2017 |
Icon4s: Easily Isaac Success 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 11:51am On Apr 24, 2017 |
komekn:Isaac Success has come to stay in that team. Success is more likely than Aluko to make the squad in our next game. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 11:56am On Apr 24, 2017 |
TheSuperNerd: Apart from Mikel and that is debatable who is better than Sone Aluko currently. I have lost count of how many MOTM awards he has won this season. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 12:02pm On Apr 24, 2017 |
Icon4s: He may indeed but on what basis, is it justified Club form, potential performance, past Glory or recent friendlies Who is currently better than Aluko in that team considering the possible options he brings, I would say not more than two and that is debatable. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 12:06pm On Apr 24, 2017 |
komekn: Let's discuss this again when Aluko comes back to the premier league. 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 12:12pm On Apr 24, 2017 |
Icon4s: Considering Ademola went from League 1 to premiership without winning a MOTM. Dele Alli went from League one into EPL and England team within a year. Why do we have wait for him to get to the EPL first? 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by edi287: 12:16pm On Apr 24, 2017 |
TheGoodJoe:He's improved in that aspect, but it's still not that great. He is young and can get better sha. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by edi287: 12:18pm On Apr 24, 2017 |
kennysville:As a 9, off the ball movements is really important. You can't rule that out. |
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