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Oh.. and Moses Simon as well? I've lost track of the latest transfers

TheSuperNerd:
CD Leganes, La Liga...

and it's goals riot in Belgium.. 4 now..

TheSuperNerd:
Sincere Muenfuh Seth in action presently as Yeni Malatyaspor take on Konyaspor in the Turkish Super Lig.

Where did Omeruo move to this time?

Madam nothing to feel bad about oh.. it depends on the personality sha.. for me I love different countries and cultures. I find it hard to live in the same place for too long..

safarigirl:
Sometimes I feel bad for footballers that constantly have to go on loan, especially those who move between countries. It must be difficult learning a new language, being in a new environment, making new friends every new season.

How does Omeruo do it?

somebody is building his FANTASY lineup

TheSuperNerd:
In same game that sees Emmanuel Dennis play as RWB, Arnaut Danjuma continues as LWB.

Meanwhile, Dennis is taken off on 44 mins for Horvath... Knock-induced sub.

Club Brugge lead Waregem 2-0 away. Dennis starts as RWB. 40 mins gone

um did Lokosa break the league record? kai naija, which way?

this guy na so so sideways.

charlesemeka85:
mikel agu joins victoria setubal on loan from fc porto

I think Joel Obi and Onazi need to watch their backs. Right now, in our midfield, I rate only Etebo and Ndidi highly. And of course Mikel the captain.

charlesemeka85:
the bobo na very good central midfielder with good height and physique

Official: Tammy Abraham joins Aston Villa on loan for the season
A slightly disappointing sidestep, but a stable one.
By Ram Srinivas@rramesss Aug 31, 2018, 6:08pm BST

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One of the most highly-rated prospects in the Chelsea youth pipeline, Tammy Abraham, has dropped back down to the Championship for this third senior loan spell. He will spend the season aiding Aston Villa’s efforts to secure an elusive promotion back to the Premier League.

Although a move to Villa may have come with playing-time guarantees and a sizable loan fee, it’s a sideways step at best for Tammy. Two seasons ago, in his first senior loan, he scored 26 goals in all competitions for Bristol City and earned a loan to Swansea City last summer. Newcastle and Brighton were in for the striker as well but Paul Clement’s connection with Chelsea ultimately won out, seeing Abraham move to Wales. In retrospect, perhaps one of the former two clubs would have suited him better.

Swansea were an absolute travesty, whether under Clement or subsequently Carlos Carvalhal. Abraham ended his campaign with 7 goals scored, only three less than the club’s top scorer that season, Jordan Ayew. While he may have gained some invaluable experience along the way, the move was detrimental to his momentum and to some extent, credentials as a goal-scorer at the top level. Whether that actually damaged his prospects of securing another Premier League loan, though, we’ll never know, as Abraham seemed set to stay at Chelsea until at least January. However, as Maurizio Sarri could give no guarantees to the youngster, a loan was deemed the best solution.

It could be argued that Bordeaux, who showed late interest, would’ve been a better destination for Tammy. The Ligue 1 club, albeit currently manager-less, play in a league of better quality and will participate in the Europa League as well. Nevertheless, for various reasons, possibly including family-motivated ones, Abraham has ended up at Villa and we can only wish him the best for hopefully another goal-filled season in the Championship.

--SBnation

I've not watched Billing, so can't comment on him.

charlesemeka85:
lol you are damn right bros. also willlike the nff to approach billing as well

later one person go talk say Akem na 30 years

tbaba1234:
2016: Osimhen with Favour Akem (2018 under 17 player) Part of Manu Garba's new team

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TAmmy Abraham loaned to Aston Villa (official)

football no be about build oh.. abi did u ever see him being outmuscled? (compare Kante)

charlesemeka85:
yes bro, all he need is to add some muscles cus he looks too fragile for african football. nevertheless the kid is one for the future and a possibe heir to john obi mikel when he retires

The NNL is already structured with two zones -- North and South,

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i believe it's called NNL Group A and Group B. It's not new.

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Oh my bad. we talking the NPFL now.

AIG07:
If the bolded is true then that will be a positive step toward the right direction.

I have so much long for a day when our league will be structured similar to the MLS.
I have once stated this here. Having two conferences (North and South) will go along way in improving the quality of football we see week in week out. It will inturn cure all these "Home-Team-Win" syndrome ravaging the league for soo long...

I just hope the League Management will pull this through.

long strides.. incredible ball control. precise passing ability. ability to switch feet flawlessly. Good tackler and difficult to dispossess. He will be a great great addition. He is already in the bag. Let's start the paperwork.

charlesemeka85:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRUvy7M25Ls i think this kid will be a steal frm england if he plays for us. he seems more ready than nwakali. reminds me so much of a young paul pogba when he came through Untd's youth team

you are welcome.. only time will tell

solonnachi:
Thank you so much Mr Joebiell. Hope these boys will perform sha?

Did he pass the MRI? I guess not.

TheSuperNerd:
25 Goals In 16 Games – Nigeria U17 Striker Aliyu ” Bravo” Earns U20 Call Up- From Aug 15.


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The red hot form of 16 year old Nigeria U17 striker Aliyu Ibrahim popularly called ‘Bravo’ has earned him a call up to the Nigeria U20 team who are through to next year African Youth Championship, Owngoalnigeria.com understands.

Bravo caught the eyes of the Nigeria U20 team selectors when a scored a hattrick in a friendly game against a team that held the Nigeria U20 team to a 2-2 draw earlier in another friendly.

Coach Paul Aigbogun has since then monitored his progress with the U17 team during their trials at the Goal Project in Abuja, and has now decided to add him to his attack ahead of the resumption of camping and training ahead of next year African Youth Championship.
Quick, strong and skillful, Bravo scored 26 goals in 16 test games with the Nigerian U17 team with the forward scoring at least two goals in each of the game he played. He scored four goals in a particular game.

Already he has established himself as a firm fan favourite among lovers of the team and the technical crew of the team have already tipped him for greatness if he continues to work hard.


**Ade Emmanuel

Source: OGN

kai.. what's the source?

DrLikita12:
I don't know sir. I was not at the meeting. I am not a representative of the NPFL or LMC. I am only telling you what I read and my understanding of the situation.

na so we see am oh..

do4luv14:
Player kwa? Nah belle management i dey ooo

7 PLAYERS WHO COULD REPLACE VICTOR MOSES IN THE SUPER EAGLES
Posted By: soccerasson: August 28, 2018

Chelsea star Victor Moses announced his retirement from the Super Eagles recently leaving many football fans wondering just how much he would be missed and who if any player would be able to fill the gapping void left by the dazzling winger

We highlight not one but seven possible contenders who could aptly fit in the role

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7) Isaac success
Success may have fallen out of reckoning for now but the player still remains an option.
On his day when and when he is in form the 22 year old Watford forward can be deadly
Capable of playing from the flanks though not an out and out winger Success is potent with an eye for goal direct pacy skillful n powerful.
It’s a plus he is back at Watford and getting cameos in games thus regaining his confidence

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6) Emmanuel Dennis Bonaventure
An electrifying 20 year old winger once described as the Nigerian Neymar and for good reason too
Shares attributes with the Brazilian super star in pace, exquisite skill, superb dribbling abilities and close ball control plus an uncanny knack for goals
Slowed a little now no thanks in part to injuries but made such an impact when he first joined Brugge scoring that clubs like Man U & Borrusia Dortmund took notice
Could still improve a little in his positional awareness
Has now also been played as a wingback by his coach and to good effect with makes him ideal to fill in for the Chelsea man

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5) Sarenren Bazee
The 22 year German born forward was once regarded as one of the finest young talents in Germany
Can play on either flanks or in a role behind the main striker from which he easily notches up assists for his team
A fast and skillful player who can break down opposing defenses and make the difference for his team
His only bane has been his recurring Injury problems

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4) Arnaut Groeneveld Danjuma
When a player is rendered to by the Dutch press as the Nigerian Robben you know you’re looking at a wing wizard.
What makes Danjuma a perfect fit is his ability to play either up front as an out n out winger or as a wingback like Moses was.
The 21 year old is blessed with amazing speed, vision and exquisite dribbling skills, a player that takes on and beats opponents with ease
Danjuma in any team will score goals (something he has shown he can do with ease) or create goals


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3) Ademola Lookman
The 20 year old English youth International is a gem of a player
Out of all we’ve listed he is one that has actually been compared to Victor Moses albeit by the English press
Shares a lot with Moses, a natural winger spectacular on the ball, his dribbling and his direct movement a problem for defenders and an astute eye for goal
Contributed five goals and three assists in just 576 minutes of Bundesliga action last season
Only problem; He hasn’t committed to Nigeria yet


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2) Samuel Kalu
21 year old Bordeaux no 10 Samuel Kalu has received official endorsement as the man most likely to fill Victor Moses shoes from non other than coach Gernot rohr.
Arguable the most natural winger of the lot and possibly the best at crossing the ball
Kalu currently if only slightly still lacks Moses drive and cutting edge.
While adept at both flanks he is even more at home in the right

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1) Henry Onyekuru
A deadly forward.
Henry Onyekuru is the most lethal forward of the lot and what makes it more amazing is that he contributes these goals playing at times from the flanks
A proven goalscorer, Led the scoring charts in Belgium and has hit the ground running now in Turkey where he is on loan from Everton
The 21 year old is more of a centre forward but equally adept n deadly playing from the flanks especially on the left where moses thrived
A player whos playing style is actually quite similar to that of his more popular namesake Arsenal legend Henry, Onyekuru also glides past defenders from the left with his skill and pace
He is also blessed with phenomenal dribbling skills
1st choice on our list

--SoccerAssembly

why not the bottom 6 play a mini league.. why should a decision like this be open to voting?

DrLikita12:
I don't know what was discussed but I doubt the other 14 teams would have agreed to that- especially the bottom four. Like I said earlier I am not defending them. The world cup break was unnecessary and Giwa brought his own problems on top of it. They had a meeting and team owners voted. I don't know the details. I only read that 16 teams were in favor of ending the league now.

lol

which kind management? player management?

do4luv14:
Walahai no be small shege dey gbam 4 dis kwentiri ooo

nah management ur guy dey ooo,,,

i dey oh.. we just dey siddon look our country drama oh. how thinz?

do4luv14:
Hmmmm,,,,,,,, dis argurment wey we dey share for hia so,,,,,,

on our league. If my memory serves me right. Wasnt it GIWA that suspends the league. I stand to be correct with evidence.

Og JOEBIE wetin dey sup nah

200%

charlesemeka85:
bros how sure re u?

Manu Garba Unveils 20 Man List For U-17 World Youth Championship Qualifiers In Niger
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Coach of the Nigerian U17 team Manu Garba has released his 20 man list of players who wil represent Nigeria at the WAFU B Championship, which will serve as qualifiers for the African U17 Championship.

Already the Nigerian team have arrived in Niamey, and they will play their first game against Burkina Faso on Monday before taking on Cote d’Ivoire on Thursday with their final group game against Benin Republic scheduled for Sunday next week.

Head coach of the Nigerian team Manu Garba and four players from the team will join the rest of the team in Niger on Saturday after they couldn’t secure seats on the plane that flew the rest of the squad earlier today.

A total of three goalkeepers, seven defenders, eight midfielders and three forwards were named by Manu Garba in his 20 man list for the tournament.

20 EAGLETS FOR WAFU B TOURNEY

Goalkeepers: John Ikedinachukwu Amah, Joseph John Essien, Joseph Ayomide Oluwabusola

Defenders: David Akulo Ishaya, Sunday Cletus Odey, Clement Chigozie Ikenna, Sani Abacha Suleiman, Muhammad Ibrahim, Adam Agba’a Mustapha

Midfielders: Samson Okikiola Tijani, Hassan Hussaini, Saviour Johnson Isaac, Olatomi Alfred Olaniyan, Peter Agba, Babatunde Jimoh Akinsola, Ibraheem Olalekan Jabaar, Akinwunmi Ayobami Amoo

Forwards: Oluwatimilehin Lawrence Adeniyi, Olakunle Olusegun Junior, Favour Akem

--OGN
Cc solonnachi

yes, top 4 or 6, and bottom 4 or 6.

Odunayaw:
How about the last placed four play a mini-league with the incoming four of the NNL. Then we have the normal 20!

Who do us this thing

Ejaria go grab am with his four limbs

charlesemeka85:
the nff to approach ejaria about switching allegiance to nigeria

we like owambe.. everybody wants to enjoy the world cup. haha

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How do you even make such a decision by voting?

DrLikita12:
I agree with you. The world cup break was unnecessary. Other leagues didn't stop so why did we? For a player who was unlikely to feature anyway?
I'm not defending them just trying to understand. If they had planned better from the start we wouldn't be in this situation but they didn't. However I think they've made the best decision they could have made under the circumstances (Giwa, Dalung, etc). If they played a few more games it still wouldn't be up to 38 before the deadline. I think that's the reason for this decision. I hope they remain open to suggestions because fans will likely not favor this. It makes them look unserious I agree and it's discouraging for those who follow the league.
I hope they make the best of it. We might as well resume a new league in a few weeks since we've been three months out. There's talk about 24 teams next season playing in two different divisions like the NNL so I don't think anyone will be relegated.
I have also read that there was a vote and the margin was 16-4 in favor of ending the league right now.

we are not serious as a people. i've been saying it.

Icon4s:
Now the issue still is why would they always start the league late all the time. Serious leagues all over the world end before the Summer break.

OK watch out and see, rather than to start a new season in earnest they will remain inactive till February next year.

And what happens to the NNL? Are they also going to end abruptly so that they can immediately promote the top 4 teams in case the NPFL would want to start a new season immediately? Cos the new NPFL season cannot start without the newly promoted teams from the NNL.

I really feel sorry for those 4 teams that will be relegated. They probably thought they had 14 games to fight for and remain in contention.

This is a record breaking mess. Unheard of anywhere in the world.

And as for that man called Giwa and his scout master Dalung. May the God of Nigerian soccer judge them both.

why not get the top 6 teams to slug it out in a neutral venue.. using the same format as the Belgian Jupiler League after their regular season, where they all start with the points they have amassed so far? It would take them only about a couple weeks to bring it to a conclusion.

DrLikita12:
I think you should blame Giwa. The NPFL needs to submit the names of the teams participating in CAF competitions by October 15th. Even playing two matches a week there's no way they can meet up. I would have suggested they play a few more games, but it still would not add up to 38.
They also had a meeting with all the teams so I think majority of them must have agreed with this decision.
Someone here essentially called Giwa a hero, look what the hero has done.
Going forward they might as well finish the Aieto Cup and start a new season in a few weeks. At least our calendar will be better aligned to most of Europe.

Firstly, he had said our players are average. So you need to look at the context here.. We've gone past selection. The best thing we can have now is team spirit driven by determination. It's the individual player's determination that makes the unit, granted, but there is no guarantee that they -- the individuals -- would always bring what you know them for.

Secondly, the Super Eagles may not be good in pressing. But let's ask ourselves, how do these players play for their clubs?

TheSuperNerd:
I am not talking player vs player. I am talking of bringing in players that can inject fires into the team and make it stronger as a unit. A team of big heart warriors is what I am driving at.

Komekn says even if you are in Odogbolu it doesn't matter, what matters is the heart and mentality/determination.... That playing at the WC is motivation enough... But he will do a 360 degrees turn when talking about our own young top talents showing these traits even though they may not be in the Big Five leagues just yet. This is why I find it all funny and ironic.

The composition of a team of winners is not always gonna be a cast of those in the best sides... It will sometimes or most times have those special young players who bring a lot to the team yet are still rising in club football and even those maybe even playing football in some obscure league.

this is not a player vs player thing.. we are talking about the team as a unit, and that's the reason why I'm thanking komekn. I am not against or for any particular moniker on this thread. I can share your post today, but totally disagree with you tomorrow.

TheSuperNerd:
Exactly and still part of my points in a broader view. But you can also identify players with the Heart and big-game fearless mentality too. It is not something hidden for certain talents.