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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 4:04pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
forgiveness: Russian league is a backwater league with all due respect. Forget UEFA coefficient, it is used to determine which number of teams qualify for European tournaments from each country. A young player that is serious about his career should stay in western Europe. Going to places like Russia or Turkey can push a player back. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 4:05pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
terzurum5: Onyekuru has started very well. He should look for a better club in Belgium instead. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 4:10pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
[b][size=14pt] Eagles have a strong defence – Taribo [/size] Festus Abu Taribo West has rejected criticism of the Super Eagles’ defence being their weakest link as Nigeria mount a challenge to qualify for the Russia 2018 World Cup. Nigeria currently sit on top of Group B of the 2018 World Cup qualifiers following their 2-1 defeat of Zambia in Ndola on October 9 and Saturday’s 3-1 victory over Algeria in Uyo. Despite opening up a four-point lead at the top of the table, Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr’s defence has been subjected to intense scrutiny by some football pundits and fans over the defensive errors in the last two fixtures. Turkey-based Kenneth Omeruo has been singled out for criticism. But former Nigeria defender Taribo has disagreed with the assessment of the national team’s defence in the World Cup qualifiers. “I’m impressed with the performance of our back four in the two qualifiers,” the former Inter Milan and AC Milan strongman told our correspondent on the telephone on Tuesday. “I disagree with the criticism from the media and fans that our defence is not good. “As far as I’m concerned, we have fantastic defenders – and I believe we have a strong defence.” The Atlanta ’96 Olympic gold medallist, who represented Nigeria at the France ’98 and Korea/Japan 2002 World Cups, added, “Our defenders are good, but lack experience. With more matches, they will improve. “Algeria would have scored at least four goals against us but they couldn’t because our defenders stopped them. A team with a bad defence couldn’t have prevented the Algerians from converting the chances they created. “Since the Algerians couldn’t convert their chances, our defenders deserve some credit for our win.” The well-travelled former Auxerre star rejected the suggestions that Omeruo does not deserve his place in Rohr’s starting lineup, saying the on-loan Alanyaspor player is a good defender. The former Kaiserslautern player added, “Omeruo is a good centre-back. He was the the mainstay of our defence during the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. He was also fantastic during the 2014 World Cup qualifiers. “I don’t believe he has become a bad defender. I think William Troost-Ekong and Leon Balogun are more determined than him. They are not better than him (Omeruo).” Taribo praised the Eagles’ German manager for bringing a winning mentality back to the team, saying Nigeria would “demolish Cameroon” in their Russia 2018 qualifying double-header against the indomitable Lions. Nigeria host Cameroon in the first leg qualifying clash on August 28, 2017, with the four-time African champions hosting the Eagles in the return leg fixture on September 2, 2017. He said, “Rohr is a clever coach, and he deserves commendation for selecting his team on merit. “He has changed the way we play and brought the German mentality. The Eagles are winning because there is a sense of collective responsibility.” Taribo added, “The Eagles will demolish Cameroon.” punchng.com/eagles-strong-defence-taribo/ [/b] 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mickael2(m): 4:11pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
chrisooblog: be careful ooh, the Onazi fanboys are coming for you. Seriously, if na me wey talk this one now they for kill me instantly. What happened on saturday was exactly what I have been saying since, to increase Onazi's pass efficiency, we need to include a 3rd person in the midfield who will take the ball from his feet directly so he doesn't even have to try anything fancy, I have said that a 1000 times atleast here and on saturday, Etebo was that 3rd person and Onazi's efficiency increased as you noted. Seriously even I thought that this particular strategy would help improve Onazi's game, I guess that's what the coach thought too but on the contrary, it brought out the worst, his positioning has deteriorated a lot and I mean a lot. Thank God you aptly pointed out two clear instances, I could add a few to that too, luckily we didn't pay, but luck won't save us against Germany or France or Argentina. Right now the guy is the weaklink and unlike what people think, especially Kog45 Ndidi is not an immobile DMF, just because he is tall doesn't make him slow. He is fast, agile, strong and precise and really if the coach is adopting my line of thinking(which he has shown by including the 3rd man in the middle just like I suggested earlier), then it means that he was just giving Onazi the benefit of the doubt and Onazi might have lost that chance right about now |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 4:12pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
[b][size=14pt] Egypt Friendly: Rohr hands over to Salisu, Imama [/size] The task of selecting players from the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) for January’s international friendly against Egypt, will fall on Super Eagles assistant coaches, Salisu Yusuf and Imama Amapakabo, according to Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr. The friendly, which will serve as preparation for the Afcon-bound Pharaohs, is scheduled to be played in Dubai; on a yet to be announced date, and it will be executed by a predominantly home based side, Rohr stated in his post match press parlay after last weekend’s victory over Algeria. Though Nigeria will not be in Gabon for the continent’s biggest football tournament, the 63-year-old German tactician said he’d be in the Central African Country to monitor his team’s World Cup qualifying group opponents; Cameroon and Algeria. Nigeria host the Indomitable Lions on August 27, next year, in the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier. thenationonlineng.net/egypt-friendlyrohr-hands-salisu-imama/ [/b] 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 4:17pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
[b][size=14pt] 12 years after: Tottenham rues missing Moses for free [/size] Victor Moses was being watched by Tottenham and Chelsea scouts before he joined Crystal Palace’s academy on the advice of his former coach – back in 2004. Now 25-years-old, Moses has made his breakthrough season at Stamford Bridge under new boss Antonio Conte, who has won five of his last league games in charge of the club while utilising the Nigeria international in a wing-back role. Former Arsenal trainee, Tony Loizi, managed Moses at amateur club Cosmos 90 FC and helped to introduce his former player to the English academy system at Crystal Palace. Loizi remembers that Palace had competiton from other London clubs, including Spurs and Chelsea. “So many clubs were after him and then Crystal Palace came in,” Loizi told Goal. “Tottenham in particular were looking at him for a long time, but I’m glad that he chose Palace. If he went to Chelsea or Tottenham, he might not have made it.” “I said to him: ‘look, Victor, there’s no way I would hold you back’ and I asked him to come to Crystal Palace with me. I went down there after the two-week trial and they were signing the schoolboy contracts. “Chelsea were also in for him and I said: ‘if you sign for Palace you will get to the first team quicker than at any of the other clubs’, and in the end he chose to stay with them after his trial.” Moses made his Palace debut at the age of 16 in 2007, less than three years after signing his first contract with the club. thenationonlineng.net/12-years-aftertottenham-rues-missing-moses-free/ [/b] 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by safarigirl(f): 4:22pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
aadvark:lol, Nigeria v. England. Kelechi v Rashford Musa v Vardy Stones v Balogun Sterling v Moses.... God abeg, do it for your people 3 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 4:48pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
Wish him and his Camerounian troops the best... Men are allowed to dream afterall. Broos wanna beat Nigeria home and away... No crime in "dreaming big" safarigirl: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 5:02pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
Kenny Otigba call getting closer.... ....................................................................... Rohr Eyes Another “Oyibo” In Hungarian- Nigerian Otigba As Back Up To “Oyibo Wall” From all indications Hungarian-Nigerian central defender Kenneth Otigba will make the next squad of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, if he impresses Gernot Rohr when the manager visits Turkey. The 24 year old reportedly turned down the chance to play for Hungary in preference for Nigeria but he has been severally snubbed by past coaches of the team. Now in Turkey with Kasimpasa, he is on the list of players new Super Eagles coach Rohr will scout in Turkey during his planned visit to the country that is home to over 15 Nigerian players. So far he has made nine appearances in the league with one goal and four yellow cards to his name, and his invitation will no doubt add competition to the battle for the central defence spot of the Super Eagles. For now, the duo of William Troost Ekong and Leon Balogun are the preferred duo, with their combination earning them the nickname “Oyibo Wall”. Otigba is also an Oyibo ( word for fair or half caste individuals in local Nigerian language) and he will fancy his chance against the duo. Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/11/16/9198/ 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by edi287: 5:07pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
forgiveness:How does him being close to father change that we tried to get him to play for us through Fashanu but he rejected us?? We tried, he said no. Just like we did with Ibe. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 5:10pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
Cant wait for this beastly super striker's professional career to take off in Germany.... January plsssss come quickly ....................................................................... Ex Barcelona Ace: Osimhen Will Be A Big Hit In Germany With Wolfsburg Like Iheanacho In England Osimhen and Iheanacho Former Barcelona forward and coach of the Nigeria U-20 team Emmanuel Amunike says Wolfsburg teen sensation Victor Osimhen will be a big hit in Germany, like fellow Nigerian Kelechi Iheanacho in England. The players have similar career path as they both made secured transfer abroad after picking up the top scorer award at the U-17 World Youth Championship, with Iheanacho winning the award in 2013 while Osimhen won it in 2015. **((Uhmmm.... We all know Iheanacho won silver boot and golden ball instead)) Iheanacho has taken to life in the English Premier League like a duck to water and Amunike who also trained Iheanacho at U-17 level is backing Osimhen to be a big hit in Germany. ”What do you need to succeed in Europe?, good work ethics, skills, mental strength and focus. Osimhen has it all, he only need some little bit of fine tuning and body strength. He will be a big hit in Germany just like Iheanacho in England”. He told Owngoalnigeria.com. ”I trained both players at U-17 level, they are different in a way but similar in front of goal. Over the years we have as a nation produced real quality players who can survive in any league, if given the necessary support and training”. Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2016/11/16/ex-barcelona-ace-osimhen-will-be-a-big-hit-in-germany-with-wolfsburg-like-iheanacho-in-england/ 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by robosky02(m): 5:11pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
TheSuperNerd: Nigeria is lokking more Oyibo now |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 5:14pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
edi287: That is his mother talking... His own actions have shown that he wants nothing to do with his father. I would not blame him. He resents his father which is his connection to Nigeria. 3 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 5:21pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
Watch out for Theophilus Awua... Yes we know him but info on his progress havent been flowing around like that of Iwobi or Iheanacho.... He's training with Inter's first team ahead of the milan derby this weekend Yes, He may not feature but kid called the Nigerian Kante is growing in leaps and bounds "quietly" in Italy. Awua... And so many quality others rising... Hmmm... Our DMF/CMF role don hear am... |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by OdenigboAroli(m): 6:08pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
TheGoodJoe: That boy is full of anger and bitterness. DANM! Thank God he is not playing for us. Dude got low self-esteem and hates his family because they are poor. He wish from wealthy family...Any,good riddance to bad rubbish. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:16pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
Etebo's 'Workaholic' Against Algeria -Salisu [img]http://3.bp..com/-Hay9mH2HfY4/WCxcqk0lZJI/AAAAAAAAAMU/thSQbc8HjnI15coiaucwifHbr1ZuJdIEACLcB/s1600/Etebo.jpg[/img] Super Eagles chief coach, Salisu Yusuf has lauded the 'workaholic' impact of Oghenekaro Etebo in the team's 3-1 win over the Fennecs of Algeria in Saturday's 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The former Warri Wolves midfielder, who had a decent performance at the Rio Olympic Games Men's football, where he scored four goals in the Nigeria's U-23's 5-4 win against Japan in the opening group match, failed to make the 23-man list against Zambia due to injury. His presence complemented the efforts of Mikel Obi and Ogenyi Onazi in the heart of the midfield against the Desert Foxes as he marked tirelessly to ensure Nigeria is always in possession of the ball. However, Yusuf told Soccernet.com.ng that Etebo could become a main stay in the Super Eagles if he continues with his workaholic attitude. "I am really impressed with the performance of Oghenekaro Etebo against the Desert Foxes of Algeria because he played according to the script. Besides, he formed a perfect understanding with the duo of Mikel Obi and Ogenyi Onazi despite coming into the team for the first time," Salisu told Soccernet.com.ng. "I am particularly delighted with his work-rate and I strongly believe he's a player that would become an asset not just for the senior national team but also for his club in no time. Since Nigeria's next game would be on August, 2017 against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon, I just hope and pray that he maintains such fitness," he said. Source: http://www.soccernet.com.ng/2016/11/etebos-workaholic-against-algeria-salisu.html?m=1 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 6:16pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
terzurum5: I would particularly want to see Nwobodo and Egbuchulam in that team. Also opportunities for Jamiu Alimi, Mfon Udoh, Ikechukwu Ezenwa and maybe Emmanuel Daniel to prove their worth. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 6:16pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
OdenigboAroli: He resents his family but it is not necessarily because of poverty. It is not easy for a kid to leave home at the age of 13 to live with a new family. His mum only saw him once a month and the dad was not even around. Children who felt abandoned by their fathers feel a resentment towards them. The father is now coming from Houston to visit him when he is a man. Unless, we hear his side of the story, it is not fair to accuse him of low self esteem or hating his family because of poverty. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 6:25pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
For players like Balogun and Troost, it is very likely that their fathers were part of their lives and gave them that connection with Nigeria. Alli did not have that. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by BascoVanVeli(m): 7:14pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
Mickael2: Why would anybody attack football Einstein's like u? |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 7:15pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
tbaba1234: There is difference between past and present. It's left for us to distinguish between the two. At January 2016, or before he was capped by England, he was close to his father but recently something enter em head. Maybe he was disappointed to have chosen England after England was thrown out of European cup. It is now clear to him that trophies will elude him as long as he wears England's Jersey hence the decision to vent his anger on his father who he thought could have helped him decided to play for Nigeria. E bi like say the thing dey pain am die. But Nigeria never approached him. Na my opinion ooooooo. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by BascoVanVeli(m): 7:19pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
tbaba1234: His name is Dele, that's a connection so unless he changes his name to Dale na ur brother. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 7:22pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
tbaba1234: Yet Russian teams won Europa cup in this 21st century while Belgium and Dutch league are no where to be found. If Russian team meet Belgium team, e sure say na Russian team go win. I lie? |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 7:25pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
BascoVanVeli: His blood is Nigerian but he did not grow up with the Nigerian influences primarily because his father was not around. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by BascoVanVeli(m): 7:27pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
edi287: We didn't try, we were chasing Hybe instead. There was no reason to have waited till he left Mk dons, lets just agree we dropped the ball its not the end of the world. We have good players in our team. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 7:29pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
tbaba1234: You know how it rolls na. Who owns a child after divorce, the man or the woman? |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 7:30pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
BascoVanVeli: We never had no interest in the lad. It is very clear and simple. Help me tell dem. Modified |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 7:38pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
forgiveness: It does not sound like the mum prevented the man from seeing his son... Infact, he was sent to Nigeria to stay with the father but 'it did not work out' according to the report.. He spent just 6 months with his dad and it did not work out. There is a lot more to the resentment felt by the boy. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 7:40pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
WHEN YOU GUYS ARE READY TO CONTINUE DISCUSSIONS ABOUT OUR RISING NEW GOLDEN GENERATION OF SUPER EAGLES PLAYERS/TALENTS AS A TEAM.... AND NOT INDULGE IN ALLI FAMILY GOSSIP, MAYBE THINGS WILL RETURN TO NORMAL on this thread again...... This is what happens when you allow a troll like Forgiveness take the mic.... Dele Alli plays for England now... And he will have a great career with them. Wish him the best and move on.... |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 7:42pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
robosky02: Hehehehe! Very cool! |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by BascoVanVeli(m): 7:47pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
tbaba1234: Yes but his father had contact with him and he even stayed in Nigeria for 6 months. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 7:48pm On Nov 16, 2016 |
tbaba1234: It still didn't change the fact that his mother said 'he IS very close to his father' RECENTLY. As at JANUARY 2016. What happened after that I don't care or am I bothered to know but some of you is trying hard to make us believe, 'he never had good rapo with his dad when you don't have facts to back it up. It is not cool. |
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