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Stcloj:
And when it matters most.. the scoreline is 1:0 agg: 4:2

Just so you know.

Gunners 4life

Pep will school Arteta in the Final and Arsenal will bottle it again

IkeIgboNiile:
Noboby cares about that desert player. He's always whining and complaining about everything. Messi is way better than this fraud,in everything.

Same Messi that only Conquered Barcelona and left them in plenty Gbese (debt)?? Ronaldo is a gift to football

MORhodes:
“Havertz is fighting for blah blah..” like he didn’t compete for that with Chelsea? Your point sir??

When he wins the Super cup and FIFA club World Cup with u we can start a convo arsenal too talk

Why Chelsea fans dey complain about him before He's better than all your forwards Now!!!

All those "Blue" fans who have been making noise since 2021 like a broken generator, I'm so happy that King Kai Havertz has proved you all wrong. I hope you people watched the match last night? I hope you saw the man you called "Lazy" now wearing the red of North London and playing like a possessed man?

I am so happy Havertz dumped that sinking ship in West London for the glory of Arsenal. For years, all we heard from Chelsea fans was "He is too lazy," "He runs like a wet chicken," and "He doesn't have heart." Now that he is under a real manager like Mikel Arteta, the "Wizardry" in him has finally woken up, and your chest is pained!

From "Lazy" to "Engine Room"
You people said he was slow, but have you seen his work rate now? At Arsenal, Havertz is covering more ground than a Lagos yellow bus. While your Billion-dollar players are busy doing Instagram fashion shows, Havertz is winning duels, scoring headers, and making your defense look like primary school children.

The Problem Was Never Kai
Let’s be real: the problem was that "confused" club called Chelsea. How can a player shine when the club changes managers more often than a Lagosian changes clothes? You people almost ruined his career with your "vibes and insha-Allah" tactics. He didn't leave because he was lazy; he left because he wanted to play actual football, not "park-the-bus" rubbish.

The Champions League Goal "Format"
Chelsea fans love to shout "He won us the Champions League!" as if that gives them the right to insult him for the next ten years. You used that goal to trap him in a toxic relationship. I’m glad he finally got the "liver" to break up with you people. He moved from a place where he was insulted to a place where he is celebrated.

₦100 Billion Squad, Zero Sense
Look at your team now. You spent all that money on "Star Boys" and you’re still struggling to Challenge for the league while Havertz is fighting for the Premier League title, Uefa Champions Leageu, FA Cup and the Carabao Cup. It is now clear that the "laziness" you were seeing was just his body rejecting the failure that is ingrained in the Chelsea DNA.

The Arteta Magic
Arteta saw what you people couldn't see. He saw a silk-smooth operator. Now, every time Havertz scores, I just imagine the "premium tears" falling from the eyes of Chelsea fans in Ebute Metta. You had a diamond, but you treated it like a piece of charcoal. Now that it’s shining in your rival’s house, you want to start crying.

He Chose Ambition Over Noise
Havertz could have stayed to collect his huge salary and just "stroll" on the pitch like you claimed. But he chose the hard way. He chose to join a project that is actually going somewhere. He dumped the "World Champions" (former, abeg) for a team that actually has a future.

The North London King
In Arsenal, we don’t call him lazy. We call him the "Silky German." We see the intelligence, the movement, and the class that your "Agbero" style of football could never understand. Every time he touches the ball, it’s like he’s sending a "How far?" message to Stamford Bridge.

Final Message to the "Blues"
Please, keep that same energy you had when he was leaving. Don't start telling us "We miss him" when he eventually lifts the trophy. You didn't deserve him then, and you definitely don't deserve to talk about him now.

Oya, Chelsea Fans, Come and Cry!
I know this one is biting you people. Come and tell me how he is "still mid." Come and talk about his "stats." I am ready for all of you. While you are typing your long grammar, Kai is busy preparing for a final. Life comes at you fast!

Who is the "Lazy" one now? The player who scored the winning goal against your team last night, whose team is also in a title race, or the fans watching from below the table? Talk your own!

ya, everyone, come and see the "World Champions", oh! Or should I say the "World Cowards"? If you are a Chelsea fan and you are reading this, just go and hide your head inside a bucket of cold water, because what I watched last night at the Emirates was not football, it was a funeral service organized by Liam Rosenior!

How can a team that is trailing 3-2 from the first leg enter a stadium and play like they are defending a 10-0 lead? I have never seen such "chicken" behavior in my life. Rosenior just proved that he is a local coach who accidentally found himself in a big man’s suit. He showed zero "liver" and even less "sense."

Imagine, you need a goal to stay alive, but you decide to start FIVE DEFENDERS. Yes, you heard me right! Five! While Arsenal was looking for blood, Chelsea was busy packing "molue" bus inside their eighteen-yard box. Is this the "New Chelsea" you people have been making noise about? Even a primary school team in Ajegunle has more attacking spirit than this.

The most annoying part is that even your own legend, Paul Merson, could not believe the rubbish he was watching on Sky Sports. The man was literally vibrating with anger! He was flabbergasted (that’s the big grammar for "shocked beyond repair". He said, and I quote: “I can’t believe what I’ve just watched. Chelsea isn’t a bottom-five team. They have World Cup winners!”

Merson is 100% right! Look at Wesley Fofana crying on the pitch after the 1-0 loss. Merson said he should be crying because they never even had a go! They went out with a whimper. A whole Chelsea! Instead of going out in a "blaze of glory," they went out like a generator that ran out of fuel in the middle of a big party.

Honestly, I’ve seen some bad Chelsea performances, but this one takes the cake. They played in "second gear" throughout a semi-final! Can you imagine? While Arsenal players were running as if their lives depended on it, the Chelsea boys were strolling as if they were on a Sunday visit to their in-laws.

If they had lost 3-0 while attacking and shooting from everywhere, we would say "at least they tried." If they had made Kepa Arrizabalaga work for his salary, it would have been honorable. But no! They just sat there, shaking, waiting for Arsenal to finish them off. Kepa didn't even have to be brilliant because the tactics were already dead on arrival.

It is a total disgrace to the "World Champions" badge. You have players who have won the biggest trophies in the world, yet you are playing like a "relegation-bound" team that is just happy to be there. Rosenior has successfully turned a lion into a house cat.

Where was the "Chelsea" energy? Where was the "Pride of London"? All I saw was a team that was too scared to lose, so they forgot how to win. They were so busy trying not to concede that they forgot the goalpost is actually at the other end of the field!

Arsenal didn't even need to be "Extra-Ordinary" to win. They just stayed disciplined while Chelsea "chickened out." This is why I keep saying that money cannot buy "balls." You can spend billions, but if the coach is a coward and the players are in second gear, you will always end up with "Premium Tears."

The Carabao Cup Final will now be between Arsenal and Man City, or Newcastle, who play later Tonight in the second leg. One thing is certain: Chelsea is not invited to the party. They can stay at home and continue practicing how to play with ten defenders, since that is their new ambition. So next time Chelsea fans shout “World Champions,” remember last night.... A semi-final. A chance. A big stage. And they chose to chicken out

Oya, guys, come and defend this cowardice! Tell me why your coach decided to play "park-the-bus" in a match he was already losing! I am ready for all your "we are rebuilding" excuses! Talk your own!

Last night, I was at my friend Samson’s supermarket, where we normally gather to gist after work. One small speaker connected to the TV was playing sports news, and everybody was half-listening while pressing phones and eating groundnuts and biscuits. Suddenly, the presenter shouted: “Breaking news! Ronaldo may leave Saudi Arabia for America!” Everybody froze.

One guy dropped his phone. Another one said, “Lie lie.” One Messi fan started smiling without shame. Then Ibrahim shouted:
“So CR7 want go meet Messi again?” And just like that, the argument started. The announcer’s voice was shaking. A guy next to me, wearing a faded Al-Nassr jersey he bought just last year, suddenly dropped his sachet of water. "Omo, no be Ronaldo be that?" he shouted, pointing at the breaking news ticker on the TV.

New questions about CR7's future in Saudi Arabia have come up this week. Al-Nassr, who are three points behind the top team in the Saudi Pro League, Al-Hilal, played against Al-Riyadh on Monday without Cristiano Ronaldo. Portuguese outlet A Bola revealed that the player’s absence is not because of an injury or illness, but because he made a deliberate choice on his own.

Ronaldo is not happy with how the Public Investment Fund is running the club and believes that other teams owned by the same group, like Al-Hilal, are getting better treatment. He is very upset about the feeling that Al-Nassr is not investing enough. For the first time since he landed in the desert, the CR7 engine has stalled by choice after they failed to make any major moves in the January 2026 transfer window (signing only one 21-year-old Iraqi midfielder), Ronaldo has reportedly decided he is done.

Is this the ultimate "Last Dance"? Can you imagine a world where Messi and Ronaldo are in the same dressing room, arguing over who takes the 90th-minute penalty? Is the world even ready for that level of "gbas-gbos"? Is the Saudi Dream over? If Ronaldo leaves, does the Saudi Pro League become just another "former" big thing? If the face of the league is striking, what happens to the rest of the stars?

Will he take a pay cut? We know Ronaldo loves his "alerts," but reports say he’s so desperate to play with Messi and finish his career in Hollywood that he’s willing to play for "change" (well, change by his standards). The odds for Ronaldo joining any MLS club have crashed to 7/4. That’s higher than a return to Sporting Lisbon!

With the 2026 World Cup literally months away and hosted in North America, moving to the US isn't just a football move—it's a marketing masterclass. Ronaldo knows that "strolling his six-pack" on South Beach while breaking records alongside Messi would be the biggest "I don't care" move in sports history. Ronaldo is not the type to relax because even at this age, he still wants the spotlight, still wants competition, still wants headlines.
Where else will give him that now? America. Where Messi already rules.

If Ronaldo enters MLS, it becomes World War again.
Messi vs Ronaldo.
Miami vs Ronaldo’s club.
TV ratings explode.
Stadiums full.
Business people smiling.
Football fans arguing.
If this happens, Nigerian viewing centers will explode again.
People will wake up at night.
Group chats will fight.
All because of two men.
One thing is sure:
Wherever Ronaldo goes, attention follows.
And if he joins the MLS, there won't be peace for Messi again cos Ronaldo will steal the spotlight

Almost all Arsenal fans are used to the word and feeling of "Bottle Job" because from the days of Arsene Wenger till now, this team knows how to raise their fans' hopes, then dash them when it matters most. The next phrase you'll hear is "We'll be back next season," like Season Film Fc.
I was at a local 'Buka' in Lagos Island this morning, and the atmosphere was more heated than a Saturday wedding reception. One guy, wearing a "Chelsea 2025" jersey with Joao Pedro printed on the back, was bragging and shouting so loud that you'll think he is Chelsea's spokesperson or hype man.
"I am telling you people, tonight is the night of premium tears for the Gunners!" he bragged, waving his phone. "Arteta has already started shaking. He knows that 3-2 lead from the first leg is a trap. Liam Rosenior is coming to the Emirates to show him who the real 'Master Technician' is!"
The Arsenal fans in the shop tried to reply, but you could see the "tension" in their eyes. They’ve all seen this movie before. Being an Arsenal fan in Nigeria is like buying a beautiful cake only to find out the center is still raw dough. You have the lead, you have the form, but deep down, you’re just waiting for the "Bottle" to happen.
The "Stamford Bridge" Warning
Let’s look at the facts. Yes, Arsenal won 3-2 at Stamford Bridge last month. Ben White, Gyokeres, and Zubimendi did the work. But did you see how Alejandro Garnacho was cutting through that defense like a hot knife through butter? If he could score two goals when Chelsea was "struggling," what will he do tonight now that the Blues have won five games in a row?
Arsenal is currently leading the Premier League, but we know their history with the Carabao Cup. They reach the semi-finals just to make the fans happy, only to "fall their hands" when it matters most. Tonight feels like one of those nights where the Emirates will be dead silent by the 70th minute.
The 3 Big Questions for the "Skeptical" Fan
1. Can Arteta survive without Bukayo Saka? Reports say the "Star Boy" has a hip injury. If Saka isn't there to bail them out, who will provide the spark? Madueke? Abeg! This is Chelsea, the world champions, and not Leeds United
2. Is the defense finally "cracking"? Arsenal has been shaky lately, conceding set-piece goals that they used to stop easily. With Joao Pedro, Enzo Fernandes, Estevao and Pedro Neto in form, can Gabriel and Saliba hold the line?
3. Is there too much pressure? Arsenal fans are already dreaming of a "Quadruple." In Nigeria, we know that when you start dreaming too big, that’s when "Sapa" (failure) usually knocks on the door.
Why the "Bottle Job" is Loading
I’ve been checking the comments on Nairaland and Facebook, and the Chelsea fans are unusually confident. Liam Rosenior has turned that team into a "Soldier" squad. They don't play "fine boy" football anymore; they play to win. Rosenior is gradually making them a hard nut to crack with their never-say-die attitude. We saw it in the UCL against Napoli and also in the EPL last weekend when they came from 2 goals down to beat Westham.
After trying many times to believe in this Arsenal project, I prefer to stay on the side of caution. Every time Arteta has a chance to reach a final, something always "hangs." A red card, a silly mistake by the keeper, or just a general "lagging" in the second half.
Don't get me wrong, Arteta is a good coach. But when it matters most, something always happens; Wrong substitutions, Late reactions, or Overthinking. Just when Arsenal fans are relaxed, he presses the self-destruct button. But Chelsea, on the other hand, are unpredictable. One day, they play rubbish. Next day, they play like prime Barcelona. You never know which version will show up. And that makes them dangerous. Big games motivate Chelsea.
When nobody believes in them, that’s when they perform. When pressure is high, they suddenly remember they are professionals. Tonight is one of those nights. When Chelsea is written off, they often shock people. It’s a pattern. Nigerian fans know this script. We’ve watched it for years.
So Arsenal fans, you can yell at me all you want, i still believe that tonight, the Emirates will be loud, but by the time the final whistle blows, It’s the Chelsea fans who will be buying the extra round of drinks at the bar. If you’re an Arsenal fan, keep your heart in your hand....premium tears might be on the menu tonight.

I know this will annoy people. That’s fine. But someone has to say it.

Akor Adams is the future of Nigerian football, and the Super Eagles should start planning around him now, not when it’s too late. Yes — even if it makes some fan favourites uncomfortable.


Why Akor Adams Makes Sense (But Nigerians Ignore It)

Akor, who returned to Spain on Sunday after helping the Super Eagles beat Egypt in the third-place match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations just bagged a brace in Sevilla’s 2-2 draw with Elche.

Akor Adams does not play with hype. He plays with clarity.

* holds the ball well
* makes intelligent runs
* finishes with composure
* plays for the team, not highlights

No drama.
No unnecessary aggression.
Just efficiency.

Sometimes football is simple — and Nigerians love to overcomplicate it.


The Osimhen Problem Nobody Wants To Admit

Before you attack me, relax.

Osimhen is good. Very good.

But building a team around chaos and adrenaline is risky.

Akor Adams offers:

* structure
* discipline
* tactical balance

Not every striker must fight centre-backs like a wrestler to be effective.

Nigeria has tried the “power striker saviour” approach for years.
How many trophies did it bring?

Exactly.


Modern Football Needs Brains, Not Just Biceps

Top national teams build around players who:

* understand systems
* make teammates better
* don’t disappear when emotions rise

Akor Adams fits that profile more than people want to admit.

He may not shout.
He may not trend on Twitter.
But he plays grown-man football.


Why Nigerians Are Resisting This Idea

Simple.

He’s:

* quiet
* not flashy
* not controversial

Nigerians love noise.

We celebrate passion more than productivity.
We excuse missed chances because “he tried.”

At international level, effort is expected.
Execution is what matters.



If you remove hype and emotions, who actually fits a long-term Super Eagles system better?

A striker built on adrenaline…
Or one built on intelligence?

Because the future will not wait for sentiments. Nigeria needs evolution, not loyalty to hype.

Akor Adams represents control, balance, and tactical growth.

Ignore it now.
You’ll accept it later.

Osimhen is not a big game player like Salah, Eto, Drogba and Mane. What has he ver won for Nigeria? so rest!!!

jimmyvic:
You go just open mouth waaaaaa dey vomit nonsense

Before you insult me, hear me out. Victor Osimhen is a good striker. No doubt.
Hardworking, aggressive, physically dominant. But here’s the uncomfortable question nobody wants to answer:

Where is Osimhen when the stakes are highest?
Because hype is cheap.
Big games are not.

Every time Osimhen scores against: smaller teams, league minnows, group-stage opponents
We shout “world class!”

But when it’s: AFCON semifinals, finals, must-win knockout games
Suddenly, the excuses come out.

“Service was poor.”
“Midfield didn’t help.”
“He was marked tightly.”

Funny how top strikers still find a way. Compare Him To Real Big-Game Forwards. Look at African greats before him:

- Drogba
- Eto’o
- Mané
- Salah

They may have bad games, but they show up in moments.

Penalties taken with authority.
Half-chances converted.
Presence felt even when quiet.

Osimhen?

- rushed finishes
- wild shots
- anonymous spells

Effort is not the same as impact.

The AFCON Pattern Is Becoming Loud

Let’s not lie to ourselves.

In crucial AFCON moments:

- missed chances
- poor decision-making
- frustration taking over

A striker judged as “elite” must deliver when fear is highest, not just when confidence is flowing.

Right now, Osimhen looks like a striker who thrives in momentum — not pressure. The real issue is that he is overprotected by fans.

Any criticism = “hatred.”
Any question = “jealousy.”

But accountability is not hate. If Osimhen wants to be mentioned with Africa’s greats, he must accept that big games define legacies.

Goals against Besiktas, Benin, Lesotho, and Tanzania won’t do that. Goals in AFCON semifinals/final will.

So Let Me Ask The Question Nigerians Hate

Has Osimhen truly delivered in Africa’s biggest moments, especially crucial World Cup qualifiers or Afcon — or are we rating potential over proof?

Because shouting “world class” won’t make it true. Let him perform when it matters.. Chikena!!!

Nonsesne Awards.. Must CAF Lick Morocco's A*s Mendy should be the Goalkeeper of the Tournament, and Nigeria should win the Fair Play awards cos we did not walk out of the stadium with the biased refereeing decisions that nonsensical Ghanaian guy did against us

He tried to play smart, do the penanka and farm engagements as the player who won it with a cheeky penalty, trend for weeks, and also win player of the tournament, but the GOD OF SOCCER no gree for am. weyrey throway penalty.. Senegal win.. E sweet my belle

Manipulating Hosts Morocco... Stubborn Visitors.. Senegal....Who takes the blame now for all the bruhaha

GanagiBitrus:
I blame the VAR team.

That Senegal goal was a clean goal.
Go and watch the replay of that goal again.

A corner kick.
Seck ran towards the ball to head it
Hakimi MADE NO ATTEMPT TO GO FOR THE BALL, but instead raised his hands & pushed Seck to stop him.
Seck waved him aside & headed the ball.
...

Very clean goal.
Worse still, not even a VAR review. At least they should have called Ref's attention to review it.
I bet you, if it was Morocco that scored that goal, it would have stood.

As Senegal coach was still protesting, a contentious penalty was awarded & all hell broke loose...

You all are Hypocrites!!! Why not also blame Morocco for wanting to cheat their way to the Trophy with favourable refereeing decisions all tournament!!! Senegal DID the right thing.. Aura for Aura.. Madness for Madness

I know some people will say this is an exaggeration, but let’s stop pretending. Except you're biased too

That AFCON final was seconds away from going out of control. Not because of the football — but because of what happened around it.

First, the refereeing became confusing, then players lost trust in decisions, especially when he denied Senegal a goal and awarded Morocco a penalty at the other end in the dying minutes of the match. Adding to the numerous questionable calls Morocco had received in their favour throughout the tournament.

Then we saw something we rarely see in a final....Players walking off the pitch. That alone tells you the situation had crossed a line.
And just when things seemed tense enough, reports of violent clashes in the stands started emerging. Fans fighting. Security overwhelmed. The atmosphere turned ugly fast.

This wasn’t just passion.
This was a breakdown.

This chaos was caused mainly by poor officiating, which led to emotions from both teams and fans that simply boiled over

Because one thing is clear — that final nearly collapsed, and African football deserves better. Morocco should host tournaments with the intention of not WINNING AT ALL COST. You can't beat a child and tell the child how to cry. From stealing goalkeepers towel in wet conditions to not selling enough tickets to opposing fans and lots of shenanigans.. I don't blame the Senegal players for walking out.

Was the officiating okay? Did Senegal overreact? Let’s talk.

Chelle will be a Super addition to the Tunisian side, who are heading to the World Cup. Just imagine how life treats you sometimes.. He failed to qualify Nigeria for the World Cup, but now has a chance to take Tunisia to the World Cup. Life is beautiful

Calvin Bassey has been the best defender at this Tournament!! Super Guy... Monster Defending

Super Falcons are the Queens of Africa anyday anytime so they will crush anyone in this group

This nonsense of calling out Chukwueze based on Tribalism should stop. We can scold him based on his attitude when going to play the penalty, but not making it tribal

It may not be the final both teams dreamed of, but when Nigeria and Egypt meet in the AFCON third-place playoff, pride, bragging rights, and momentum for the future are all on the line.

Two African giants. Two disappointed squads. One last chance to leave the tournament with heads held high.

This match is dripping with elite talent.

Egypt thrives on patience and control. Give them space, and they’ll punish you.

Mohamed Salah — Egypt’s heartbeat. Even on off days, he changes games with one touch.
Omar Marmoush — pace, unpredictability, and hunger. Nigeria’s fullbacks must stay alert.


Nigeria’s strength lies in intensity. When the Super Eagles play on the front foot, they overwhelm opponents.

Victor Osimhen — relentless, aggressive, and always on the edge. Egypt’s centre-backs will not get a quiet evening.
Ademola Lookman — direct running, sharp movement, and big-game mentality.

Where The Game Will Be Won And Lost

Egypt will try to slow the tempo and keep possession.
Nigeria must press aggressively and disrupt rhythm.

Whoever controls the middle controls the match.


Third place may not bring a trophy, but it brings: confidence, ranking points and psychological edge

For Nigeria, it’s about restoring belief while For Egypt, it’s about reaffirming pedigree.


Expect intensity. Expect moments of brilliance. Expect nerves.

If Nigeria impose physicality and speed, Egypt will struggle.
If Egypt slow the game and let Salah dictate, Nigeria could chase shadows.

One thing is certain — this is not a dead rubber.

Both sides have enough firepower to carry the day. I think the coaches will try fringe players, and this might impact the outcome of the game

papiSNEH:
My own is Man U should have some shame and do the needful not every time Man-u go dey wide leg like OS for Man-c their junior brother.. you can see how Arsenal is pampering our junior brother Chelsea...

well anyways i predict 2-1 win to Man U.. but if dem go fit draw i go manage am.

It will take a miracle for Man UTD to beat City at the Etihad except the new manager bounce motivation happens

Derby day is here again, and as always, Manchester doesn’t sleep when red meets blue. This time, the stakes feel even spicier.

On one side, Manchester City, armed with the ruthless finishing of Erling Haaland and the explosive power of new signing Antoine Semenyo are ready to remind everyone why they’ve dominated English football in recent years.

On the other hand, Manchester United, suddenly buzzing with hope after the appointment of Michael Carrick as interim manager, arrive at the Etihad believing in that famous football myth: the new manager bounce.

Something has to give.

City’s New Weapon: Semenyo + Haaland

Pep Guardiola rarely fixes what isn’t broken but adding Semenyo to an already frightening attack feels borderline unfair. With Haaland’s brutal positioning and finishing added to Semenyo’s pace, strength, and direct running this team will be scary.

Defences barely get time to breathe. One lapse, one missed marker, and the ball is already in the net. Against a United defence still searching for stability, this duo could be a nightmare.


Carrick’s Calm Revolution Begins

For United fans, this derby isn’t just about City, it’s about hope. Michael Carrick represents: familiarity, calm authority and tactical discipline. And sometimes, that’s all a struggling squad needs — clarity.

Derbies have a habit of ignoring form, and Carrick will be counting on emotion, pride, and unity to bridge the quality gap.

On paper, City are the favourites. On form, City are favourites. On quality, City are favourites. But derbies are not played on paper.

If Carrick can inspire belief and discipline, United could make this uncomfortable. If City’s Semenyo-Haaland machine clicks early, it could be a long, long night for the red half of Manchester.


Drop your predictions — derby day has arrived!

Well, saying Victor Osimhen is not world class cos he struggled in the mentioned games is a far stretch cos he plays in a team and with players around him. If the whole team is being stifled by refereeing decisions, then singling out Osimhen is not fair. Kanu Nwankwo is world-class and does not have a single AFCON goal. So what do you say to that?

Penalties sometimes are based on luck, while the other part is based on seriousness, mindset, and preparation. On this, we can't blame the coach but Chukwueze, who showed no seriousness ahead of that spot kick. The stake was high, but his morale was not high!!

I like the response of "Go and interview the referee," from Akor Adams cos the Ref was Man of the Match for Morocco. Make them go interview am and leave our boys biko

Mr Coach, just dey play o

The only thing that saved you and your team was the Officiating

You guys should give Dan Nii Laryea a Moroccan passport

For all those saying that, based on stats the Moroccans were better than Nigeria, they should go watch the match again and see how it was officiated, which demoralised the Nigerian team. Bruno did a good job on Brahim Diaz, and the only threat he had for close to 120 mins he was on the pitch was the early effort he had that went off target. In the first half of extra time, Bruno initiated a counter, and Diaz brought him down, which should have been a yellow card, but the referee ignored it to maintain his disastrous officiating

Bright is right to be frustrated at the atrocious refereeing decisions that went against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. A lot of calls were dodgy and frustrating, killing the team's morale and spirit, and giving the hosts Morocco all the needed energy and adrenaline to keep going. Morocco were not special on the night, without the refereeing decisions, Nigeria would have nicked a goal or two to win it in regulation time

The Ghanian Referee was atrocious, disgracful and lacked professionalism and fairness due to a lot of dodgy calls he made in that match. Really mind boggling having this kind of officiating at the highest level of football in CAF.