Newly Invited Nigerian Striker has made his Decision known to be called Kolawole which according to him is his Native Name. Cyriel Dessers speaking with Radio Personality Mohammed Suleiman Widely known with his studio name as Mowiz Says that the name Dessers being a Belgian Name would sound odd while playing for Nigeria .According to him, he wished to be called Kolawole while in the Super Eagles camp.

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Much anticipated call-up for Belgian born Nigerian forward, Cyriel Dessers finally came to reality aswell as Fairly known FC Koln forward, Kingsley Ehizibue.

The super eagles of Nigeria are expected to take on Sierra Leone in a double legged AFCON Qualifiers on the 23rd and 31st of March 2020

Here's the Full Squad List.

GOAL KEEPERS

Daniel Akpeyi (Kazier Chiefs, South Africa)

Ikechukwu Ezenwa(Katsina United, Nigeria)

Maduka Okoye(Fortuna Düsseldorf II, Germany)




DEFENDERS

Williams Troost-Ekong (Udinese, Italy)

Shehu Abdullahi(Shehu Abdullahi)

Ola Aina(Torino,Italy)

Chidozie Awaziem(Leganes,Spain)

Kenneth Omeruo(Leganes,Spain)

Jamilu Collins(Paderborn, Germany)

Semi Ajayi (WestBrom,England)

Kingsley Ehizibue(FC Koln,Germany)

Leon Balogun(Brighton, England)




MIDFIELDERS

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Super Eagles legend, Oliseh
has tipped Club brugge's Emmanuel Dennis to feature in One of Europe's Top five leagues after a terrific performance in the midweek against  Odion Ighalo's Manchester United.


The 22-year-old scored the only goal for the Belgian side as they drew with United in the first leg of the round of 32 clash on Thursday at home. The Forward has also recorded goals against Real Madrid in the UCL this season.


His Midweek Europa League Performance has earned him praises from super eagles legend, Oliseh. According to the Eagles legend :


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Newly Elected head coach of Egyptian league side El Maqassah, Emmanuel Amunike would be hoping to guide his side above relegation this season. Amunike was elected sequel to poor runs of form by club's previous coach. Amunike is yet to win a game with his new side.

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Kevin Martins is the son of Veteran Nigerian Striker Obafemi 'Obagoal' Martins.

The 15 years old wonderkid ply's his trade for Italian Youth side, the Inter Milan after Moving from AC Milan academy in 2018. Kevin born January 31,2005 has pledged his loyalty to the Italian National team after featuring for them in the Youth level. "My heart has always been Nerazzurri" Martins wrote on his Instagram Page. Maussi Martins made his debut for Italy U-15 on November 22,2019 and has since played 3 matches for the young Nerazzurri, scoring once.



The Young and Energetic forward has shown glimpses of his father's ...
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Super Eagles Defender, Godfrey Oboabona has completed a switch from Gorica to Georgian League Side, Dinamo Batumi.

The 29 years old had 14 appearances to his name with Slovenian side Gorica in over a year before finalising a move to Dinamo Batumi on a permanent deal. Godfrey Oboabona also had stint with club sides, Al-Ahli and Çaykur Rizespor.


The Former sunshine stars of Akure man was a rock solid at the back during his days with the super eagles of Nigeria. Godfrey featured 39 times for the Super eagles of Nigeria, scoring once.

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Super Eagles and Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi is set to return as a back up for Veteran goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune who returns from an injury.

The 33 years old shot stopper has Been in tremendous form for Kaizer Chiefs this season ever since first choice goalie Itumeleng Khune picked up a groin injury. Akpeyi has played 16 games for Kaizer Chiefs so far this season and has kept a clean sheet in 8 of them which includes 2 penalty saves.




The return of Bafana Bafana first choice goalie Itumeleng Khune poses a serious threat to the starting position of Daniel Akpeyi. Khune was among the team that took part in this weekend's Ned Bank cup Round of 32 fixture against Royal eagles winning by a lone goal which sees them progress to the next round.



Daniel Akpeyi has received the backing of some of the fans as they want him to continue the good work he started while having a shot at the goalkeeper of the season award. Others believes the veteran goalkeeper Khune has the ability to command and organise the defence which is one quality Akpeyi might be lacking due to his calm nature and so would prefer Khune returning back to his starting spot.


Daniel Akpeyi being sent back to the bench would be a serious dent on his Goalkeeper of the season contention. Many believes..
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We take a look at some of our Promising Nigerian Talent and how they've fared over the Years.

1. NNAMDI ODUAMADI:The former Nigerian striker featured 13 times for the super eagles scoring 4 goals. Oduamadi looks to have cemented a place in the Nigerian team led by late head coach, Stephen Okechukwu keshi but things had gone a different way for the 29 years old.


Nnamdi Oduamadi hasn't been able to live up to his dreams as a professional football player. The Former Ac milan Man has played for ten teams in the lasts ten years, averaging one club per year. Oduamadi Only featured once for Ac Milan with zero competitive goals across seven years in the team. The Pepsi Football academy graduate was a regularly loaned out.




Nnamdi Oduamadi has played 123 games in ten years for both club and countries scoring only 24 goals which isn't a good record for a striker.
Nnamdi Oduamadi currently plays for Albanian side SkTirana, scoring just once in eleven games.

2. SUNDAY MBA: We've not heard much about the Afcon 2013 Final Hero after his lone goal gifted Nigeria the trophy that year. Sunday Mba looks to have become a forgotten hero.


The 31 years old has been out of football activities for the past two years, Last featuring for Yeni Malatyaspor in the Turkish League, scoring eight goals in fifty appearances. The Midfielder has been capped eight times for the super eagles scoring 5 goals which includes an AFCON Final winning goal. Sunday Mba has played 97 games across two European Nations, Bastia and Malatyaspor scoring 13 goals.




3. MACAULEY CHRISANTUS: After his exploits in the 2007 U-17 world cups which earned him the tag as ...CONTINUE READING HERE

Trabzonspor midfielder John Obi Mikel breaks down in tears while speaking about the racist abuse he and his family received on social media.

According to Midfielder, the racist messages were targeted at his wife and children which he described as scary.

"A lot has been said about this - the issue of racism but since I've been here, my team and colleagues at Trabzonspor have been very nice to me, there's not been any issue." he told Turkish TV.




"After the game on Saturday I started getting messages on my Instagram, even my girlfriend getting instant messages of racism and hatred.
"Very scary messages towards me and my family and kids. There's no place for this.

"I don't think this should be happening and I think these people should be held responsible. They shouldn't be allowed to come to games.




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Former Super Eagles captain, Mikel John Obi has has come out to debunk media reports that Fenerbahce midfielder Emre Belözoğlu racially abused him over the weekend, stating that the pair only clashed due to the tension at that moment according to reports from AOIFootball.com

Speaking after the incident, the former Chelsea legend, who played a vital role in his side important win over their title rivals, explained that the situation was well handled as both players have now moved on from the incident.


“He did not racially abuse me, Mikel told AOIFootball.com. It was [url=https://www.footynaija.com.ng/2020/02/i-wasn-racially-abused-by-emre-mikel.html]CONTINUE READING HERE[/url]

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The world of sports was has been thrown into great shock after the news of the Death of Basketball Great, Kobe Bryant.

Many football players and teams has taken into social media to pay tribute to the 41 years old who lost his life in an helicopter crash in which No one survived.

Below are some of the reactions

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The world of sports was has been thrown into great shock after the news of the Death of Basketball Great, Kobe Bryant.

Many football players and teams has taken into social media to pay tribute to the 41 years old who lost his life in an helicopter crash in which No one survived.

Below are some of the reactions

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Former Arsenal Player, Santi Carzola has admitted that Nigerian and Villarreal Starlet Samuel Chukwueze has the capability to rule the World.
Samuel Chukwueze gave a tremendous performance in Laliga Encounter against Girona and has got fellow team mate Carzola showering him with praises.

READ ALSO: Samuel Chukwueze denies Claims of a transfer to the EPL.

According to Carzola “His performance made it almost impossible for Girona to mount any meaningful attack from defence as they had to keep an eye on him and it has earned him praises from Carzola. ” You can see that the talent is there”

DON'T MISS: Oshoala gets a customized boots to celebrate CAF Award.

"He is applying it properly and also willing to learn new things. The hardwork he is putting in he has to maintain it and continue to develop here because he can be the best in the world, “
Cazorla said after the game against Girona.

SEE ALSO: Osimhen Reveals who Inspired him to wear the Jersey Number '7'

Chukwueze has bagged 4 goals and 3 assists in 21 league games this season.
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Some weeks Back Super Eagles Striker victor Osimhen revealed in a ln interview with Popular radio Station, Nigerian Info(99.3FM) how he chose Wolfsburg ahead of top teams and his struggles before becoming a professional footballer.

The 20 Years old Lille star striker was received last Night at Popular radio Station, Nigerian Info and was made to answer various questions by On-Air-Personalities conducting the Interview in regards to his challenges and success stories.

Q1 - AFTER THE U-17 WORLD CUP, WHY DID YOU CHOOSE WOLFSBURG?
"I had offers from Barcelona, Arsenal, Inter Milan and Ajax, I spoke with Arsene Wenger, and he told me the first team wasn't guaranteed, I also spoke with my elder brother and he said Wolfsburg would be okay for me. I chose Wolfsburg and it was perfect for me."




Q2 - DID YOU FAIL TRIALS WITH TWO DIFFERENT CLUBS?
" ... I was hospitalized for for one month due to an headache which made me not able to work nor do anything. "

He also revealed Belgian side Zulte rejected him in a trial due to illness and then he returns to Wolfsburg to continue his recovery processes. He further revealed that he was rejected by club brugge because of failed trial with Zulte even though he passed the Medicals.
"Two days before the transfer market deadline,I received a call from sporting Charleroi's President and was signed with undergoing Medicals."
He also revealed that the President would have signed him Immediately after the U-17 World cup but couldn't due to no funds.

READ ALSO: Osimhen Says He Wants To Be Better Than Yekini And Ighalo

Q3 - HOW DID YOU GET TO LILLE?
"My agent told Me about the interest from Lille and Monaco but i chose Lille".

Osimhen also revealed he needed to have a strong Mentality in order to fit into the shoes of outgoing playamer and current arsenal player, Nicholas Pepe.

Q4 - HOW DOES IT FEEL TO PLAY FOR THE SUPER EAGLES ?
" It's been my dream to represent in Nigeria in the highest level. To me, I am very happy to put smiles on the faces of Nigerians."

Osimhem further received more questions from the Fans on Social Media;




Q5: WHO IS YOUR GREATEST SUPER EAGLES PLAYER OF ALL TIME ?
"It's really hard for me to pick, (LATE) Rashidi Yekini, Odion Ighalo, Mutiu Adepoju, Yakubu (Aiyegbeni), Obafemi Martins. For Me, they've all done well for the Nation.

Q6 - WHICH CLUB DID YOU SUPPORT BEFORE PLAYING FOR LILLE ?
" Barcelona"

Q6 - WHO IS BETTER BETWEEN YOU AND TAMMY ABRAHAM ?
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Reigning African Female footballer of the year Asisat Oshoala has celebrated her triumph with a customised boot with an inscription of all the Years she has won the Prestigious Award.

The Barcelona Forward was pictured holding her Nike Mercurial Boots which had the "CAF PLAYER OF THE YEAR, 14' 16 ' 17 ' 19 " Imprinted on it.

The Super Falcons Of Nigeria captain has been in tremendous form this Season with Club side FB Barcelona Femeni, she currently sits second on the Top scorer's chart with 14 goals, two behind team mate Hermoso who sits in first with 16 goals.

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FC Barcelona Newly appointed head coach, Quique Setien in an interview with Journalists, Spoke on His First game as Barcelona's head coach.

According to the Former Real Betis Boss, "The week went well, better than I expected. When you arrive at a new team, you always have doubts about how the reception will be. I was surprised by the attitude. I am very happy."

"I always tell my players that we are facing the best possible opponent. It will not be an easy game and I hope to see the best Granada."

"I have talked to Messi, but just as I have talked to the other players. This will be usual, I like to... Continue Reading Here

FC Barcelona Newly appointed head coach, Quique Setien in an interview with Journalists, Spoke on His First game as Barcelona's head coach.

According to the Former Real Betis Boss, "The week went well, better than I expected. When you arrive at a new team, you always have doubts about how the reception will be. I was surprised by the attitude. I am very happy."

"I always tell my players that we are facing the best possible opponent. It will not be an easy game and I hope to see the best Granada."

"I have talked to Messi, but just as I have talked to the other players. This will be usual, I like to... Continue Reading Here