₦airaland Forum

elyte89:
Nobody fit reason dis transfer at all..meanwhile is he still eligible for us

I doubt he is still eligible for us

kennysville:
Try act a lil matured.... In no where did I insult you in my previous response. For all you know, you dont know who you may be talking to. Lets be civil. I can throw insults too....

Kindly tame it

and WTF re u that I can’t talk to u? Imagine bingo feeling funky 😳

ancestor u can return the if u want 😏

kennysville:
Dey there dey talk 3rd tier..... 10 years no midfield.

Who 1st tier epp?

na sense wey far frm u and sight wey leave u travel mk u still Dey get hope for player wey don flop all over Europe in the past 7 seasons since he left the shores of Africa

Mk we try dey shame small 🤦‍♀️

kennysville:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/937794541780291

Re: Nwakali....
For your meditation, Nairalanders

English 3rd tier 😊

Since Eric Chelle was announced as the new Super Eagles coach, a storm of criticism has erupted. Journalists—whether in broadcast, print, or on social media—pundits, and even everyday Nigerians on the street have joined the bandwagon of ridicule.

Social media has been flooded with memes mocking his appointment, but what’s most troubling is the backlash from seasoned journalists who should know better.

This is the same Eric Chelle who recently led a team to defeat the Super Eagles. The same man who has coached several of our national team players. He even took Mali, on the verge of missing the Nations Cup, to within touching distance of the semi-finals, only losing to the hosts, Cote d’Ivoire, in extra time.

Critics keep harping on “pedigree,” but let’s take a step back and ask: What was the pedigree of the coaches Nigeria employed before him?

Otto Gloria, Manfred Hoener, Clemens Westerhof, Jo Bonfrere, Philippe Troussier, Gernot Rohr, and José Peseiro—none of these men were household names in their own countries. Westerhof, for instance, was unknown even in the Netherlands, yet he took Nigeria from mediocrity to global prominence.

Many of these coaches left Nigeria with no lasting impact or fanfare beyond their tenure here.

Now, let’s talk about Chelle. He has a solid track record: as Mali’s coach, he played 22 matches, winning 14, drawing 5, and losing just 3.


Overall in his short coaching career, he has managed 159 matches with 70 wins, 42 draws, and 47 losses.


These are impressive stats, yet some Nigerians are unwilling to give him a chance. Is it because he’s African? Is it because he’s Malian?

If Eric Chelle were white, would Nigerians have reacted the same way?

The truth is, Mali’s exposure to French football has nurtured exceptional talents, and Chelle is no exception.

The Yoruba adage “Inú ìkòkò dúdú ni ẹ̀kọ funfun ti n jáde” (it is from a black pot that white pap emerges) perfectly captures this situation. Mali, despite its modest football history, has produced one of the most promising coaches in Africa.

Nigerians clamoring for a Mourinho, Wenger, or Van Gaal need to wake up to reality. The NFF cannot afford these names for now. Instead, they’ve made a pragmatic and forward-thinking decision by appointing Chelle, who, with the right support, could excel.

We also need to shift the focus to our players. Why does Boniface score freely for his club but struggle to deliver for Nigeria? Why is Iwobi exceptional for Fulham yet underwhelming in the Super Eagles setup?

Why are fitness levels and tactical discipline often lacking? These are critical questions. A coach can only do so much; the bulk of the responsibility rests on the players’ shoulders.

It’s time to set aside our biases, embrace Chelle’s appointment, and focus on building a cohesive and formidable team.

If late Stephen Keshi could take Togo to their first World Cup with minimal coaching experience, what stops Chelle from achieving success with the Super Eagles?

Let’s give him a chance to prove himself

Copied from Scorenigeria.com.ng

AndSunGorilla:
Is it your sources that said Schmidt would be SE Mgr that told you this one too.

🤣🤣

Tinneh:
Same people advocating for Angolan coach are the same against chelles appointment, I've come to the realisation even if we appoint guardiola today not everyone will be satisfied, let's just hope the present coach succeeds

👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

minfelix:
even make we apologize to Amunike that was beaten in 3games at Afcon 2019 or sia sia wey no fit qualify is to Afcon 2017….Anyways i respect Amunike and Sia Sia but im sure there time will come…Keshi proved himself with togo and mali(though was poor) and landed SE job

u Dey mind am 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Truidstarr:
Make all this critics go watch em matches for Afcon before dem open their mouth. His team was solid. Na this same Chelle beat Finidi for friendly match.

very solid team that even outplayed the host and eventual winners CIV but crumbled later on in the game. They even missed a PK in that game

Odunayaw:
I felt Mali were stupid when they let Chelle go. Quintessential African impatience.

I would not understand those who want "a winner" for cheap

they were stupid to let him leave. Chelle is a good coach who I love his tactical approach to games especially his high pressing method

I am not a fortune teller but I foresee him doing well with the caliber of players we have. With the difficult task in hand he will definitely invite our most inform players base on merit.

The chance with the super eagles is a big one for him and with the team’s difficult stand in the World Cup qualifiers I think he has a lot of balls to accept this huge responsibility to rescue the team’s hopes of qualifying

Saw his Malian team couple of times at the last afcon and they were very impressive and unlucky to get knocked out by the eventual champs the Ivorians.

Him and the current Angolan coach were my favourites at the last afcon

elyte89:
Siasia better pass dt chelle jare and I am better Dan both

siasia ko 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

jihday:
MC Oran are currently 10th in a league with 16 teams 🤦🏿

if they like mk dem Dey 20th, our own Guardiola nearly relegate clubs for Zambia and Egypt 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

minfelix:
walai Nigerian go too use this man catch cruise… especially that moment they poured cold water on his head… very very funny moment😅🤣🤣🤣

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elyte89:
Breaking news

Eric chelle is the new super eagles manager …at experts in the house let’s dissect aw he loves to play

good pick, who no like am mk em cry blood 🤣🤣🤣🤣

elyte89:
If na chelle ..I will be disappointed cos dis guy is not better Dan siasia or eguavoen let alone of me

Atleast Chelle no get allegation to answer for FIFA 😊

ChrisKels:
Tolu Arokodare wanted by Monaco?

good move if it happens

TheGoodJoe:
A Heartfelt Message of Gratitude and Hope for the New Year

As we step into a brand new year, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your thoughts, prayers, and kind words. Your support has played a significant role in my healing journey, and I am thankful.

I am thrilled to share with you that my health has taken a turn for the better. My blood sugar levels are back to normal, and my blood pressure is under control. I have started walking again and am slowly rebuilding my strength. I am grateful for the progress I've made and am looking forward to putting the challenges of the past behind me.

As I reflect on the lessons I've learned, I want to assure you that I am doing well. I want to wish you all a blessed and prosperous new year, filled with good health, happiness, and success. May this year bring you vision, purpose, and fulfillment.

I also want to take this opportunity to thank my incredible friend TheSuperNerd who I consider my medical consultant, who has been instrumental in my recovery. His expertise and care has been invaluable, and I am grateful for his dedication to my well-being.

Once again, I want to thank each of you for your love and support. I will be back on the forum soon, and I look forward to connecting with you all again.

Wishing you all a Happy and Healthy New Year!

welcome back bro

Kog45:
Thank you....Mikel in national team gave us good performances despite no goal or assist with Chelsea....Uche Christanus I watched is not about goal or assist but a player that closes spaces and give passes with ease even in difficult situations.

na boss u be

chrisooblog:
Concur with everything you've mentioned.

Agree about Ekong but added him in the mix because I can't remember when last a SE defender was named MVP at any tournament.

that’s a strong point you have (been named Afcon’s MVP) but is that enough for him to be counted amongst the greats we have ever produced in his position? Bro I strongly doubt

chrisooblog:
Question for the house do you think Ekong, Lookman, and Osimhen have done enough to be included in the greatest Nigerian top 10 players ever or they still need to win a title?

Personally apart from the usual suspects like Kanu, JJ, Yekini etc. can't think of anyone else in the current top 10 better than these individuals. Anyway just my opinion love to hear other informed thoughts on the matter.

Ademola lookman? A big YES, Propelled the super eagles to the finals of the afcon with breath taking performances and goals, dragged less-fancied Atalanta to the UEL finals where he scored 3 classy goals in the finals against a dreaded Xabi Alonso led Bayer Leverkusen that won the Bergamo based club its first ever trophy. Currently the reigning APOTY and also a Balon D’Or nominee this season

Have been among the best 3 players in serie A for the past 2 seasons and have averaged 15 G/A contribution since he moved to Italy

Victor Osimhen? A big YES. single handedly won Napoli the serie A after over 3 decades (Napoli’s first was also won single handedly by a footballing demi god named AMANDO DIEGO MARADONA). currently the highest ever scoring African in serie A history, an Apoty winner( an award that eluded Nigerian players for over 2 and half decades before Osimhen won it last season). Currently the 2nd highest goal scorer in the history of the national team only behind legendary Yekini. Serie A top scorer and best player award winner. Won the u17 World Cup with eaglets where he emerged as the goal king of that year’s edition

As for Ekong? I am a big fan and to be honest he has grown career wise beyond my expectations judging by his slow start with the national team under late Stephen Keshi and unstable club career especially in top 5 European leagues. He grew from uncertainty to become a rock which the team is built on, a leader whose presence and command gives assurance, morale and confidence to his team mates.

With all these said I still dont rank him among the very best CBs that have played for the national team. Maybe winning the next afcon will be enough for him to be counted but for now he isn’t there yet. I doubt he is up there to be mentioned among greats like Keshi,West,Yobo,Okechukwu etc

ChrisKels:
Na your kid bro but comot eye from there because hope no dey.

chai, I don already comot mind where em dey since but was surprised getting to knw he is from Awo

Orban to Hoffenheim loading…..

🇩🇪 Medical booked in Germany for Gift Orban as new Hoffenheim player.

Story confirmed. ⤵️🩺

#FabrizioRomano

@Chriskel na tru say this boy Nnamdi Collins na from Awo Omamma in oru east?

Setaleonoz:
I don’t trust Pep with african players

as em be am now him no get choice 🤣🤣🤣🤣

If they are serious with the interest Aina should join dem asap. Aina is tailor-made for free flowing attacking football and will see enough playing time due to Walker’s decline in form

ChrisKels:
Stop behaving like South Africans and Zambians.

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Man City assessing Ola Aina for a possible Jan transfer

ChrisKels:
You don't know how much I detest seeing these content creators or the so called celebrities around these footballers. As a pro footballer, what in the hell are you hanging out with the likes of Carter Efe, Cubana Chief Priest etc for? Footballers used to have prestige and they were worshiped because it was rare to mingle with them or chat with them unless they granted you an interview as a journalist. See as Boniface dun make himself grain of rice for birds to feed on.

Big ups to the innit boys and the few others who have maintained their distances from these people.

na osimhen and boniface carry for head

Dem Dey form Lagos boys 🤦‍♀️

Danielnino00:
All those content creators and influencer were not seen in the CHAN Eagles camp..

If it's the main super Eagles now, we will see them everywhere.


I hope the NFF can address this issue by March...

all those gum body mofos, na our players wey dey shine teeth with them cause am

The very reason I love mikel so much during his playing days, where u wan see am let alone to shine teeth with am 🤣🤣🤣

Kog45:
It's time to invite Uche Christanus and Ebenezer Akinsanmiro,and let's shake things in that middle with Rapheal Onyedika.....am seeing these boys benching one of Iwobi,Ndidi and Onyenka if given the opportunities

fantasy football

TheSuperNerd:
Warning⛔️: These stats are real.

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro FT Stats today for Sampdoria vs Carrarese.

90mins played.
7 chances created.🔥
2 big chances created.🔥
50 accurate passes (94% passing accuracy)
8/11 successful dribbles🔥🔥
15 ground duels won🔥🔥
5 tackles☄️
1/2 accurate crosses
1/2 accurate long balls
Was fouled 2x
MOTM 🥇

*Akinsanmiro completed the most dribbles ( 8 ) in the match

*He also won the most duels (15) in the match

*He had the most tackles (5) in the match

*He created the most chances (7) in the match

can’t wait for him to get a chance in serie A. Kid has potentials ❤️❤️

Samueltemi337:
Did Barcelona tell you they want him?
Or Lookman go just call barca tell them to sign am?

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

TheSuperNerd:
Update on TheGoodJoe

NB: Please kindly put banters aside and take this seriously. Resist also the insensitive temptation to link this to Man City's current run of form. This is no joking matter, I plead


Now, I know a couple of monikers have been asking for weeks now about the whereabouts of TheGoodJoe. Truth is, I didn't want to share anything even though I knew all along what was happening with him and that is because I had not gotten his consent yet to share it (I have that now). He was going through a whole lot healthwise and I kept touch with him from the onset.
I just didn't wanna bring something so sensitive and private without his consent to the thread.


About 2 weeks ago or so, TheGoodJoe suffered a diabetic mini-stroke that really knocked him down. It led to him entering a semi-coma which kept him bed ridden for days but now he is up and fine again and has even been discharged as recently as yesterday.

He is fine but still undergoing serious followup checks with his doctors and more.

Please, kindly channel some of your prayers 🙏🏽🙏🏽to TheGoodJoe's health. Pray that this diabetic episode won't see the last of him. It is well. Amen.

In all, TheGoodJoe is sound currently. He can walk again and move around. He couldn't as at several days and weeks back. He is okay but still needs checks to ensure no relapse occurs. We thank God for his Life.

He also wishes you all a Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year ahead.

Glory be to God for his mercies