₦airaland Forum

Icon4s:
In other words, you are agreeing that players like Taye Taiwo, Efe Ambrose, Rabiu Ibrahim, Ramon Azeez and Abdul Ajagun are not in this current team because of corrupt Coaching crew or NFF officials.

Men this is the height of insincerity.
What!!!

safarigirl:
Meanwhile, thread mates celebrate with me. I finally got my first PVC today.

@Mickael2, oya, who is your candidate?

tbaba1234:
I do not know how we can place too much stock on a meaningless end of the season friendly that Athletico played with the hand brakes on.

Usman Muhammed who dribbled the athletico defence was horrible this weekend in Norway and Nwakali has not shone for Porto B either. These players are not playing at a high level.

I understand responding to a popular call for the golden boy but in terms of merit, Nwakali has done nothing.

terzurum5:
I won't allow it happen this time around. I must follow this thread page by page and ensure I am not left behind.

I must confess I missed a lot.

Good afternoon friends.

safarigirl:
let me quote my lecturer: "The concept of merit varies, people could merit things based on the criteria of the person handing out these things"


For instance, maybe Nwakali merited the invite based on his performance against Atletico Madrid. I remember when people were clamouring for Kelechi after the Atletico game. Rohr was asked about Nwakali in a press conference and he said that the coaching crew has taken note of his performance and his time would come


If Rohr has decided that the time is now, the first game post World Cup, I do not see why you all are saying Nwakali should not be called up. Nwakali and Ebere Eze are not on the same level. Nwakali has had a go at the senior team and excelled, Ebere has not gotten that chance yet. So, saying Ebere merited a call up above Nwakali is wrong.


This brings me back to the requirement that club performance will get you an invite, national team performance will earn you a place. Both players are not at the same stage, therefore Nwakali merited his spot.


Compare Ebere Eze to Semi and Jemiu who have not been capped at all

TheSuperNerd:
Rabiu got his ratings based on youth football... But K.Nwakali got his 2017 ratings and fine reviews based on his output in Dutch second division. His Reference at Goal International also came recently this year (2018).

So this is not about his exploits at U-17 back in 2015. See?

And please stop throwing that lie that he is warming the bench at Porto B. That is low of you.

ChrisKels:
I wonder why u guys take Forgiveness and Komekn seriously walahi

Icon4s:
Oga, all this one na tori. Name one African player.

Icon4s:
Oga, all this one na tori. Name one African player.

Chrismario:
In other words, you stand with oga forgiveness that Jamilu and semi's invitation played a huge role in Nwakali's inclusion

ChrisKels:
If Aigbogun had a good scouting network, he would do good to bring this Real Madrid Castila sensation "Akinlabi Olawale Marvin Park" to help strengthen his midfield, since the guy hasn't repped Spain at any level.

safarigirl:


Oshe conspiracy theorist. So, Jamilu and Semi are now camouflage abi? Rohr did not reason other people to use as camouflage, it is two relatively unknown players.

Lol, where did Vic Mo run to? Chelsea's bench or his couch at home? I'm sure Sarri is also a corrupt coach for not playing Moses regularly

You and Komekn should start a comedy club and become the main acts. Una go sell die

TheSuperNerd:
Ikeme Joins Eagles’ Crew After Seychelles Match

Retired international goalkeeper, Carl Onuoha Ikeme has been confirmed as a member of the Super Eagles’ coaching crew, but he will not start work with the team until after next month’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Seychelles.



This much was confirmed at the weekend by Eagles technical adviser, Genot Rohr, who said Ikeme will soon resume work as one of the team’s goalkeepers’ trainers.

However, Rohr said Ikeme will not be with the Eagles for their September 7 match against Seychelles, because the 10-hour flight from his base in England to the venue in Victoria would be too much for the leukaemia survivor.

Rohr, though, stated categorically that the former Wolverhampton Wanderers of England shot-stopper will join the Eagles’ crew for subsequent matches, as the Franco-German tactician

Aside training the Eagles’ keepers, Rohr further said Ikeme, who recently announced his retirement from the round leather game, will also help to monitor and discover young Nigerian goal minders.

Rohr added that he wants the 32-year-old Wolves’ former number one goalie to help the Eagles find young goalies that will be of future help to Nigeria win global titles.

Ikeme spent his entire career at Wolverhampton, making 207 appearances across all competitions before hanging his gloves, after recovering from acute leukaemia, which made him to be in hospital for almost a year.

He was supposed to be the Eagles number one goalkeeper at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, but he could not make the trip due to the blood cancer sickness.

Now that Ikeme has overcome the health battle, Rohr is positioning him for a role in the national team, following an earlier declaration by Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) that the England-born star will not be discarded in retirement.

Rohr expatiated: “Our plan is to have him around for the game against Seychelles but that is not going to be possible because of the long hours of travelling down from England to Seychelles but we hope to have him with us in subsequent games.

“You know he is still recovering from his sickness and it will not be ideal for him to go through long hours of travelling now.

“I have already discussed with the NFF about having him with us as part of the backroom staff and it is something that they have really considered.

“It is important to have a good plan for him after football. We are monitoring some young goalkeepers who will be useful for the team in future.

“There is one who is only 15 years old that Carl Ikeme our former goalkeeper has recommended to us and is monitoring him as well.

“We trust his judgement because he knows the quality we want and hopefully, we will get to see these young goalkeepers take over from the present ones in future.”


Source: FootballliveNG

Icon4s:
See your face like Ojuju Calabar. I know say na kind thing wey dey sweet your Bella be that.

So do we say the New dawn is here now or u still want to postpone it? Loz!!

TheSuperNerd:
Petit à petit, l'oiseau fait son nid (Little by little, the bird makes its nest)

Our team is gradually taking shape.... Piece by piece, our team is maturing across all departments with the right pieces filling up the puzzle.

Soon and very soon, our attack line will make the rest of Africa look like this when they come up against us...

TheSuperNerd:
....with Iheanacho and Iwobi waiting to make that complete attacking equation "Breathtaking" and "Earthquaking"

Add the options of Simon and Musa... And all I can say is... "SWEET HEAVENS"

safarigirl:
which value does he have now? Which club has he even been loaned to? Dude has disappeared off the face of the earth. So much for decisions that will bring value

At second bolded, the other home-based players who were also at the U17 camp with them but did not make it, also wonder why they did not make it. It is the U17, players will get dropped and playing in England does not automatically make you better than someone who isn't there. Nobody gets an automatic spot just because they play in England

@ third bonded, they should sit down and keep waiting for official response and invitation. NFF has not attended to the likes of Dessers and Beyreuther that have declared on the pages of newspapers, it is your hit and miss English boys they should now be drafting letter for with a whole NFF letter-heading.


Guy, this your entitlement on behalf of English players is truly amusing

komekn:
That names below completely answer your ❓

Jordan
Akpoguma
Uduokhai

Second phase Amaju sometimes doesn't understand that yoi don't count your chicks in public with a loud speaker before thay are hatched.

That mistake caused the English FA to put a lot if pressure on Tega. He was damned if he signed for Nigeria and damned if he did not. He simply chose a career decision that would bring him more value u see the circumstances.

He made assumption about Tega on the basis of Warri connection. Tega didn't confirm or agree. He wasn't in relationship with Tega to make those kind d of sweeping statements in the press that he did.

However, the German boys of Nigerian origin have made public statement showing a lack of interest.

We should not be waiting for the English FA to recognise our boys before we do. We should be in relationship with them well before they blow. That's what good scouting is about.

Oviemuno and Ademola were at the Nigerian U17 selection and trained showed thier potential. But somehow nothing came off it. I wonder why ❓

Now after what those boys experienced at the hands of NFF officials. And yes Egunje came into play. Do you think they will be jumping to respond to the call of Nigeria on the pages of newspapers.

They will need an official response and invitation. Without the requirement to show monetary appreciation.

The problem isn't the boys but the NFF and it's approach.

komekn:
Deviation from the main subject.

Nigerian politics is about self interest and the quest for individual power, benefit and the benefits that will come to those in your camp.

We don't have ideological differences in the political parties.

There are events in recent times that have created in-depth and deep seated discontent with Buhari. These events rightly or wrongly have created division on tribal, religious grounds as well failings in the economy and the issues of security.

These events create prejudice and emotive negative sentiment.

Thay means the only reason Buhari wins is because there is no credible opponent.

Considering the self interest seeking PDP it's very probable that Atiku will get the ticket. Essentially from the frying pan to the fire. In this regard Buhari will still win.

However, a Christian, Middle belt or south Nigerian origin candidate with credibility, unquestionable integrity and vision. Will win the election hands down if presented by the PDP. But that seems highly unlikely.

Unfortunately Osinbanjo cannot contest because it's re- selection for Buhari or hell fire and brimstone in the APC.

But the blind ambition of individuals in the PDP will make them unable to be objective and pick a winning candidate. As well as thier allegiance to thier North.

This is all because essentially we are running a two party system.

safarigirl:
we have not recovered from the Asaba Athletics Championship debacle, you want us to host another thing?

They will just abandon the women at the airport again.

tbaba1234:
Alampasu conceded 3 goals today playing for Feirense under 23. See highlights:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8deycy-YVU

Kog45:
Well injury is part of the game but i hope Ebuehi come back stronger.

But funny enough Rohr rated Shehu than Ebuehi and Aina was dropped for Echiejile at WC.

The loyalty nonsense from Rohr should stop.

BascoVanVeli:
Guy u are even confusing yourself. If you don't know then shut down. I already made my point maybe you just want to argue but I'm good on that.

TheSuperNerd:
Yep... That's because he came in for Ansaldi who picked up an early injury.

Just as you have realised.

TheSuperNerd:
Ola Aina on the bench for Torino's away game to Inter Milan.

Meanwhile, New Super Eagles Invitee, Semilogo Ajayi played all 90 mins but NOT as a Central defender... He featured as a Central Defensive Midfielder and put in a decent shift. Even had a Whoscored rating of 7.4.

BascoVanVeli:
Pulling down one to promote another will always be scandalous in my book.

ChrisKels:
Yea yea yea. Dude is proudly Nigerian and a big fan of the super eagles. Infact earlier this year, the family granted an interview that they cant wait to c him flying high the family name in the GWG.

Follow him on Twitter and Instagram to feel the vibe

komekn:
The pertinent question ❓ is simply who do we have RIGHT NOW that is better than Ighalo to lead the forward line.

Apart from Obagoal who is injured, I don't see anybody ❓ ❓

ChrisKels:
Vicmo's Chelsea career is over as long as Sarri doesnt play 3-5-2. Dude doesnt measure up as a winger. Like I always say, if he had continued as a winger, he would have been in the championship by now. He owe Conte every thanks for showing the world where he really fits in.

I reiterate, Onyekuru is our best winger followed by Kalu and then SiMoses bfor Vicmo. But as a wing back, he is the apex even though I'm glad he us gone

komekn:
Possibly the current highest transfer fee for a Nigerian origin player at the moment.

Is he our best winger ❓ ❓