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zicky:
Don't be to emotional about this, it's just a debate which you drop. You don't expect everyone to go for one person. ☺️
Let's be real, Maduka had a good look (not light skin), that drove so many female fans crazy. His look and physique was a talking point in that Afcon which none of Osaze (another sweet boy) or Abbey (nothing special 😂) had.

Gabriel Alert!
How did facial appearance suddenly become a quality considered when selecting or judging a goalkeeper?

Goalkeeping has always been about competence — positioning, reflexes, decision-making, communication, courage, and mental strength under pressure — not facial looks or aesthetics. @Zicky

A goalkeeper’s value should be measured by:

Command of the penalty area
Shot-stopping ability
Composure in big moments
Leadership and organization of the defence
Football history has shown repeatedly that greatness in goal is defined by performance, not appearance. Legends earned their place through consistency and reliability, not image.
The conversation should always return to football qualities, because confidence between defenders and their goalkeeper is built on trust in ability — not how a player looks.

i don dey tire to dey read wetin you dey write concerning Okoye ...... abi you be gay ? even if you be gay ,that one still no qualify Okoye to be no . 1 until he earns the shirt . by performance ,. not good looks

orriyomi33:
✈️ Air Osimhen

He is the perfect advertisement for Nike. If he were European, the race for his endorsement would already be intense.
What is stopping this young man from becoming the face of Puma or Adidas?
His talent, charisma, and warrior-like mentality embody everything these brands claim to represent.

TheSuperNerd:
He is right though. Club football is not National team football. Same Okoye fumbled a high stakes game vs Tunisia and followed that up with another fumble/howler/blooper in a friendly vs Algeria's 2nd team (Clip Below)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NS87clEtzUE?si=GCZjF7zSJ1-uoJHr

So the stage fright talk is valid. He has not shown yet that he has overcome that fully.

i love you no HOMO . I NO DEY DO GAYBRIELA ,I went to dig this out , was about posting it ... but your finger was just too fast

do4luv14:
Wait did I just read stage fright like 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣


Stage fright for some one who keep two different clubs from relegation??

🤣🤣🤣🤣

yes , stage fright in Nigeria jersey , he has always been jittery , dont water it down as if it's nothing ... a good goal keeper needs confidence .

Even a match-rusty Stanley Nwabali can be more dependable than a fully fit Maduka Okoye. In terms of mentality and composure, Nwabali clearly has the edge. you want buy am ?
He stands out in key goalkeeping qualities which we all know :
Timing
Positioning
Decision-making under pressure
Communication with defenders
In a high-profile match, I would choose Nwabali because he has repeatedly shown that he can come through when it matters most — especially if the game goes to a penalty shootout. He has been tested on many occasions and has delivered.
I also hope Okoye overcomes the stage fright and nervous moments, because his talent is undeniable and Nigerian football benefits from strong competition in goal.

PDPGuy:
It will be the highest-ranking Asian team (that didn’t qualify for the WC) that will replace Iran

where did you read this ? they can use their discretion to pick any country ,. it is not specified that higher ranked team will be picked in their policy so chill Nigeria and DR Congo can still be at the world cup , what about that ?

PDPGuy:
BREAKING

Fifa should pick Nigeria . let them replace Iran ,

Supporting Osimhen and Liverpool simultaneously should qualify as emotional endurance training.

TheSuperNerd:
Victor Osimhen's place in the current rankings of Top African Goalscorers in the UCL. He is already Nigeria's top UCL Scorer in History.
On an African level, he currently sits 4 behind Mahrez and Aubameyang, sits 11 behind Mane, 14 goals behind Samuel Eto'o, 28 behind Drogba and 33 goals behind Top African UCL scorer, Salah.

Let the catch up continue...

He is growing into his role gradually, making his mark in the UCL and very soon his name will be mentioned as the world best. In the coming years, he will be remembered as a true legend. His fighting spirit — fierce and relentless like a lion — is simply extraordinary.

WarHammer2000:
I remember saying this guy, rather than Adams should start alongside Osimhen at the AFCON. I was laughed to scorn. Now he is outscoring Osimhen in the same league with a weaker team.

They preferred to start an injured Osimhen against Morocco when he was on the bench, by the way.

Onuachu has never been fantastic for Nigeria , everything that you remembered is good The SE style has never helped Onuachu , even when we need him most , he couldnt deliver .....

Nomyth:
Former super eagles coach, Festus Onigbinde, passes on.

sad! RIP , i can never forget this guy that used scissors kick to seal WC jersey ...

elyte89:
Onauchu have scored 2goals now …leading Seriki of turkey on d goal chart 😎

the guy that scored for Aloyinleponspor is called Onugha ... Onu's day

solonnachi:
Coach e be like say na you be last man standing on this matter. Do you have an insider that is reassuring you that Nigeria will scale through?

i am with him .... i still believe in the course

fake news again , and it made it to the front page ... why is the news not on Fifa's website ?... the matter thick oh!

do4luv14:
Who is Liverpool beating

Gala now ...

do4luv14:
And he score...............

man of the match match done sure again

do4luv14:
Hehehehehehe lemme not talk fes 🚶🚶😁😁😁😁

say what you want to say or remain silent if Liverpool will not reach the final they should not beat Gala


@Liverpool we need the cup pass Gala ... sincerely its looking like ALL EPL FINAL

do4luv14:
Guyz these one Liverpool players don see their scoring boots, Gal get chance so

yes , we will never walk alone ......but some people are hoping that Gala will qualify ahead of Liverpool o .... e go hard o .

i just want to come to this page next week and see a very favourable judgement by Fifa . e come dey be like say the world cup no go sweet. with the War up and down .

Goke7:
Yes, I read it too, wanted to post it here but I dey fear the haters on this thread omo e go long for Osihmen, both Gala and Napoli will want to cash out big time!

Gala has a jewel, and they are not going to let go easily! I just pray we don't see another Napoli saga, and if by mistake Gala reaches the last eight in the Champions League, the price go increase again o

you dont need to fear the haters , post it here ... we go soon buy rope for the haters , them go do the needful soon . you cant hate on who God done bless

orriyomi33:
Give my man ingredients and he will cook😂😊

let him cook

Spainever:
Are you sure 😃 NFF submitted petition ? FIFA no mention any petition in their website

you dey see other countries petition on their website ?them go hide our petition because our case is special

do4luv14:
E don enter ooo

enter come give assist under 7mins of play .

elyte89:
Jamaica 🇯🇲 in trouble 😎

faith

elyte89:
Dis one pass malaria ….o jina si malaria o sun mon siwin 😃

hahaha siwinpupospor

mank1234:
Funny dream I had this afternoon: Congo DR played playoff and qualified but Nigeria actually replaced them at the world cup as FIFA decision came after the playoff. We were eliminated by Argentina again in the quarter final.

Aftermath of refreshing online news platform for any update.

i am not a medical Doctor , but i know that you need to take anti malaria drugs

[quote author=lbrichman2 post=138522056]We have to keep this man at all costs
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whatever it will cost the Nigeria Football Federation to retain Eric Chelle, they should do it now. Nigerian football needs stability and intentional growth. Other African nations are investing heavily in their football development—they are committing real resources to infrastructure, technical staff, and long-term planning. eg. Morroco , Senegal ... even DR Congo .
If we fail to match that level of commitment, our football risks serious regression. Progress in modern football is not accidental; it is the result of deliberate investment, proper planning, and respect for professional standards. This is the time to build, not to hesitate. The future of Nigerian football depends on the decisions made today. they should give us Eric Chelle , this time .

what do you guys think about the Eric Chelle demand ?

I do not believe Eric Chelle is asking for too much. This is a critical time to focus on serious work, and his requests appear to be centered on creating the right environment for success. A coach needs proper security, a stable and professional working atmosphere, and reasonable comfort for himself and his family in order to perform at his best. These are not luxuries—they are basic requirements for productivity and long-term results.
The salary request from $100,000 to $130,000, along with inclusive bonuses for the backroom staff, reflects professionalism and an understanding of his value. It also shows he is thinking beyond himself by strengthening the entire technical structure, want to be fully responsible for player selection , travel to watch matches , of both under 20 and under 23 matches . This kind of foundation does not only support immediate performance but also helps build a sustainable system for future success with the Nigeria national football team under the guidance of the Nigeria Football Federation.
In my view, this is not about asking for too much—it is about establishing the standards necessary to deliver results and demonstrating confidence in his professional worth.


@Elyte , our katikati football coach can match his performance ?

SymphonyRad:
Why do I get the feeling FIFA won't deliver any verdict on this our world cup petition but prefer to do a waiting game/silent treatment stalemate on the case till DR Congo quietly play their playoffs while we get ignored? Lol

FIFA is a reputable organization. Whether it rules in our favor or not, it will definitely respond. The only real concern would be if the Nigeria Football Federation petition did not reach the appropriate channel—because if it did and there was still no response, that would raise serious questions. but i am sure that fifa will respond

elyte89:
We re working behind d scenes with my lawyer ,just chill

Enu po spor ...trying to milk the situation again ;

See as lies just dey fly up and down .... it's only few people i can trust here ... you guys should stop lying abeg . this is a very serious matter

maybe to CAS after tomorrow , but tomorrow will be be good for all of us ..i really want the boys to be at the world cup , we too get talent this season .