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Although I've not been a supporter of Onazi in recent times, I must say he was instrumental as back-up for our deficiencies at the LB position in both games against Cameroon. Players don't just sit at their positions. Their dynamism during the course of the game is important, as well as how they respond to the coach's instructions.

If we must change anything, let it be Aina for Echiejile. We can expect the same coverage for him from Victor Moses and Onazi. Aina with his added dribbles and crossing will give us more bite in attack. Echiejile does not offer that.

mostob:
i still think we should tweak the starting line up against zambia a little bit to caught them unawares.maybe Etebo in place of Onazi. Abi wetin u think?

Iran (Persia)

enomakos:
which country is this paykan fc from?

AIK Got Me Cheap.. They Must Treat Me Like The Quality Player That I Am -- Obasi

By Joebie|Nairaland
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Former Super Eagles forward, Chinedu Obasi has sounded out a warning to his club, AIK Fotboll, that only an improved pay package will keep him with them after his contract expires this winter.

He did not mince words when interviewed by Sportbladet, when he said, "I do not know If I will remain in this club, although I would love to. The management must give me a contract that reflects the qualities I contribute to the team, and treat me as the quality player that I am."

Obasi made it clear that he had other offers prior to joining AIK. And because he considered the club like home, money was not his priority.

"I just said yes to the offer I received, that was not so much, and I would as well be honest with that...I actually expected a better contract this summer. What I got this summer made me disappointed. However, I do not want to let go, but just be honest. I could also have chosen other clubs, but AIK is a kind of home to me and I know the people here. I think, however, that AIK was surprised when they got me so cheap", he told the Swedish newspaper.

Chinedu Ogbuke Obasi will be hoping to give his career the needed boost right in time before the FIFA world cup in Russia next year. He has scored 3 goals and 1 assist from 4 matches since rejoining AIK from Chinese second division club, Shenzhen. He had bagged 5 goals and 7 assists from 17 games in China.

Chipolopolo Can't Stop My World Cup Dream - Ighalo

By Augustine Akhilomen


Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo says the team is determine to seal the sole ticket to the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Nigeria is top of Group B of the qualifier with 10 points while Zambia sit second with seven points from the same game played.

Both team will clash on October 7 in Uyo in what could be tie breaker or decider if they achieve their desirous results.

However, Ighalo told BBC Sports that he wants to play at the World Cup and assured that Nigeria would beat Zambia in Uyo.

"I'm happy to be called up again because it's always a great honour to play for my country,"
Ighalo told BBC Sport.

"We know Zambia is a strong team and they will come with full determination in Uyo, we cannot
engage in irrelevant pre-match talking but deliver on the pitch.

"I've never played at the World Cup and like my other colleagues, we all want to be in Russia, this is like a final for us."

--SoccernetNigeria

Ezekiel Bassey set to debut for Paykan FC

By Ade Alabi - September 28, 2017

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Paykan FC faces Siah Jamegan in the Persian Gulf Pro League.

AOIFootball.com gathered that the player’s registration has been completed and he is now eligible to play for the side tutored by Majid Jalali.

The former Enyimba FC player was on loan at Spanish giants FC Barcelona for six months but failed to impress, but he however hopes to revive is career with his move to Paykan.

--aoiFootball

Abi o.. this one no be keeper matter..

Kog45:
Even if na Ajiboye or Alampasu we go hammer Zambia,no story.

Akpeyi vs Ezenwa: Who should man the post for the Super Eagles against Zambia?
By TheNFF
Uploaded: September 28, 2017 2:41 pm

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Watch and listen to Nigerians voicing their opinion on who(Akpeyi or Ezenwa) should man the post as Super Eagles of Nigeria take on the Chipolopolo of Zambia in the ongoing world cup qualifiers scheduled for 7th of October, 2017 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.

Mikel: We respect Zambia, but it’s time we wrap this up
By TheNFF
Updated: September 27, 2017

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Super Eagles' Captain, Mikel John Obi has declared that though the three –time African champions have respect for 2012 AFCON winners Zambia, the total commitment to ensuring early qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup finals will see Nigeria wrap up the campaign next weekend.

Captain Mikel, who has had a marvelous run in the qualifying series, playing commendable leadership role, told thenff.com that he is fully dedicated to the assignment of leading his teammates out on the turf of Godswill Akpabio Stadium to secure the sole ticket in Group B on 7th October.

“I must admit that I applaud the resurgence of the Zambians this late in the qualifiers. Beating Algeria home and away is no mean feat. We will take them very serious on 7th October because they clearly have a new spirit. It is time we wrap this up.”

Speaking further on the relative smooth –run the Eagles have had in this campaign compared to earlier FIFA World Cup qualifying races, the former Chelsea FC of England midfielder pin –pointed professionalism, determination and ambition as the factors that have swung the pendulum Nigeria’s way, whilst also heaping praises on Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr.

“We have all shown professionalism, dedication and determination to be at the pole position in a group tagged 'Group of Death.'

"Commendations must go to the entire team and the Coach, but we must finish it up in Uyo and secure our ticket right there.”

bro we are now focused at the important match at hand.. this is not a naijaVSghana thread, and pls don't make it look like one. And I hope you are not a Ghanian yourself trying to start something.

jaksmillioniar:
Ghana goat

Onyekuru Rues Anderlecht’s Home Defeat To Celtic In UCL

September 28, 2017 9:50 am

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By Johnny Edward: RSC Anderlecht forward Henry Onyekuru is disappointed that his UEFA Champions League (UCL) first start of the season ended in a home defeat to Scottish Champions, Celtic, Completesportsnigeria.com reports.

An own goal from Kara Mbodji and strikes by Leigh Griffiths and Scott Sinclair sealed the 3-0 away win for Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic at the Constant Van den Stock.

Onyekuru featured for the entire duration of the match playing from the left flank in his second appearance in the competition.


“Disappointed with the result, but blessed to make my first start in the @ChampionsLeague,” Onyekuru tweeted via his Twitter handle @henryconyekuru.

--CompleteSportsNigeria

Liverpool Complain To UEFA Over Racist Insults Directed At Nigerian Messi

Published: September 28, 2017

Liverpool Complain To UEFA Over Racist Insults Directed At Nigerian Messi

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Liverpool have sent a complaint to the parent body of European Football, UEFA, in the wake of their UEFA Youth League clash against Spartak Moscow at Futbol'noe pole 4 Spartak in Moscow on Tuesday, September 26.

According to the online edition of The Telegraph, Liverpool have made an official complaint to Uefa after claiming one of their youth players was subjected to racial abuse in Moscow.

The Reds argued that Ibadan-born winger Bobby Adekanye, dubbed the Nigerian Messi in these parts, was subjected to racism during the game by the supporters of Spartak Moscow.

The former Barcelona wonderkid was insulted verbally and with racist gestures when he was introduced in the 59th minute, and the remaining 31 minutes he spent on the pitch.

Liverpool academy director, Alex Inglethorpe, attended the game and reported the incident to the Uefa official on duty.

Adekanye, 18, joined Liverpool in 2015 from Dutch club PSV Eindhoven.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel

--AllNigeriaSoccer

The trio of Gent, Genk and Anderlecht did pretty well and the Europa League last season.
We can't judge by one season alone.
We've had seasons as well were EPL sides did badly.

komekn:
So you don begin agree with me I have said this donkey years ago.

Did you not say that I am over hyping the EPL, which is rated number 2 by UEFA.

Pretty good. "Very impressive" will be having a handful ofthem in the bigger leagues. Sure, there is room for improvement

Loogan:
We have so many players in the Europa league, and a handful in the champions league. Very impressive considering our football in the past few years.

I was speaking about Mikel.

As regards Onyekuru. I must say the irony is the craze for the EPL is what is killing MOST of our young players' development. And that has always been my opinion.

komekn:
Soomer rather than later.

Football memory is very short indeed. He Onyekuru will struggle to get into Everton with this set up in Anderlecht not sure what his status is otherwise work permit issues will suffice and hinder his move to play in the EPL.

Or he better go to a Church in London and pick one of the tens of thousands of single Naija ladies looking for husband. That will change his status.

Nigerian Players Watch in the Europa League:

BATE VS Arsenal
Alex Iwobi will not travel to Belarus after sustaining a thigh injury (Good news for Aaron Samuel?)

Konyaspor VS Guimaraes
It's unclear whether Konyaspor forwards, Imoh Ezekiel and Patrick Friday will be involved as they welcome Liga NOS side Vitoria S.C (Guimaraes)
Ezekiel have suited 4 times for the Turkish modest side, whereas, the relatively unknown Patrick Friday have only managed 62 minutes. Friday has scored one goal since joining Konyaspor from Arabian side, Al Qadisiya.

Lazio VS Weregem
Peter Olayinka is most likely to make the trip to Italy, with Waregem
Compatriots and teammates, Kingsley Madu and Bala Aliko, are not expected to make the matchday roster, as they both have not been capped at the domestic level so far this season.

Lugano VS FCSB
There are no official reports about Stanley Amuzie's work permit application status in Switzerland.
It is very unlikely he will make the squad that will welcome Steaua of Romania.

Ostersunds VS Hertha Berlin
Alhaji Gero (Ostersunds) will lock horns with Jordan Torunarigha (Hertha).
Both players are expected to make the bench for their respective sides

Plzn VS Beer Sheva
Super Eagles duo John Ogu and Anthony Nwakaeme will be at Doosan Arena (Czech Rep) to face Victoria Plzen

Rosenborg VS Vadar
Samuel Adegbenro's Rosenborg will welcome Macedonian champions, Vadar FC.
Adegbenro is expected to start for the Norwegian side.

AC Milan VS Rijeka
Rijeka Number one shirt, David Nwokolor is currently Rijeka's third choice keeper. He is expected to at least make it to the stands in Milan

AEK VS Austria Wien
Muazam's Europa league debut loading.

Everton VS Apollon
Lookman Ademola's Everton welcome Apollon of Cyprus.

Locomotiv VS Zlin
Moses Ekpai Ubong's Zlin are away to Locomotive Moscow

Partizan VS Kiev
Theophilus Solomon is expected to play a part for Partizan as they trade tackles with Dynamo Kiev

Skenderbeu VS Young Boys
Albanian side, Skenderbeu which has Orelesi Nurudeen in their roster, welcome Young Boys of Switzerland.

I kind of agree with you.

Napoleon55:
football in England is over rated,but the league is the most interesting, if u select up 70 % to 80% of your players from EPL,you can never reach quarter finals in world cup.
if u select all players from EPL,thank God if u make it from the group stage.

Juventus 2-0 Olympiacos

Emanuel Emenike 2nd best player overall -- Most Aerial duels won (Whoscored).

So very true!

tbaba1234:
Let us not forget. This is Celtic's first ever win in Belgium. Anderlecht has been in poor form from the start of the season.

Yes you are right.. I just checked

tbaba1234:
Did you see their performance last year in the Europa League? It is rated 8th, i believe.

I will love to see him play in France, Spain or Germany.
He still has some good years ahead of him.

Daninya11:
Reports from close sources to John Mikel Obi has it that he may consider a move out of China come January.

Top 5?
I don't even rate the league in the top 10.
But how does UEFA rate them? Let me check

Modified:
#8 hmmm

tbaba1234:
Jupiler league is a developmental league. It can't compete with the top 5.

Onyekuru, Bonaventure, Olayinka, Awoniyi and the like for Qatar.

Modified:
The aforementioned players have showed great promise. But I think they are not ripe for SE. Jupiler League's quality is suspect.

komekn:
I am watching the match live and I expected Anderlecht to be beat Celtic comprehensively. However, they are loosing 2-0 at home. Celtic us the dominant team hear and look mire likely to score with 2 minutes to go minus injury time.

So I am at loss how you can be loosing at home and the commentators are saying Onyekuru is the best player here.

That's not what I am seeing at all Onyekuru is from what I see is struggling to get a dominant foothold in the game.

Ooooooh no 3-0 NOW !!!

Well done Victor Moses and co. What a way to kill the game!

The Championship Update:
Sheffield Utd 2-0 Wolves

Bright Enobakhare was a 46th minute entrant for Wolves, but to no avail as they fell away.

Onyekuru's Anderlecht now down by two goals

Emenike also start for Olymiacos, away to Juventus

Henry Onyekuru starts for Anderlecht, as they take on Celtic in the Champions League

See wahala oh.. Make he free Moses na. Zappacosta can handle it.

Danielnino00:
Conte surprised me sha...
Was thinking Zappacosta would be starting cup game while Moses handles league games.

Anyway sha,Moses should just stay injury free...

Ledman Liga Pro (Segunda Liga):

FC PortoB 2-0 CD Cova (FT)
Porto B number 88 shirt, Musa Yahaya started.

Nigerian Watch for The Championship:
Today's Fixtures

Sheffield United VS Wolves
Bright Enobakhare is expected to feature for Wolves today after scoring in the previous round.

I support this as long as it becomes the new standard here..
People leaving the thread and blaming others for leaving, and expecting to be begged to return.
He should also be called out for his excesses.

komekn:
I deh your side 100%

The Championship Round-Up:

Burton Albion 0-4 Aston Villa
Josh Onomah came on the pitch on the 69th minute to help Villa whitewash Albion away.
Albion already had 3 goals in the bag before the England U21 national's introduction..
On the other side, Hope Akpan was brought in early on the 33rd minute with Burton already down by 3 goals.
But the former Super Eagles could not help the homeside salvage anything from the tie.

Nottingham 1-3 Fulham
Sheyi Ojo started but lasted for just 59 minutes with scores at 1-1. His replacement scored Fulham's third.

Barnsley 1-1 QPR
QPR captain, Nedum Onuoha out due to a 3-month injury lay off.
Bright Osayi-Samuel finally got the nod to start for QPR. He was subbed-off just after the break while the Hoops where down by a goal.

Bristol 2-0 Bolton
Super Eagles hopeful Derik Osede (Bolton) was ruled out of the encounter due to injury.
However, Sammy Ameobi returned from injury to Bolton's bench. He was subbed-on on the 55th.

Hull 1-2 Preston
Fikayo Tomori had a poor game with a whoscored rating of 6.3. He was subbed off as early as the 46th minute.
Ola Aina (Whoscored 7.5 rating) however lasted the entire encounter as Hull's RWB. He completed 6 dribbles making him the best dribbler of the encounter.


[i]Ipswich 5-2 Sunderland

Dominic Lorfa, and Tom Adeyemi, both manned their respective positions for Ipswich with aplomb, both clocking over 90 minutes with a whoscored rating of 7.09 and 7.12 respectively.


Millwall 2-1 Reading
Fred Onyedinma started for Millwall but did not score for the 84 minutes he lasted.
Sone Aluko and Tiago Ilori both started for Reading and clocked over 90 minutes.
Aluko playing as Reading's arrowhead in attack, bagged an assist for the match's opener.
Ilori was the highest whoscored rated defender among Reading's 3-man centerback. Tiago was the 5th highest rated player overall with a rating of 7.2.