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Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by TheGoodJoe(m): 9:27pm On Sep 13, 2015
alekside:
Believe me, I can't take someone who thinks an average player playing for an average team is "World class" serious.
You call Crystal Palace an average team. Funny. You do not look at football like that. Look at the manager. Remember Alan Pardew in Newcastle when he used Demba Ba and Cisse to wreck Havoc in the EPL. Remember the match he destroyed Chelsea. Last season Pardew Coached Palace to beat City.

That is beyond average. For instance you might look at Watford like an average team but their Coach Quique Sanchez Flores is a seasoned manager. He used to manage Valencia. He Coached Atletico Madrid to win the Europa League and UEFA Super up.

What Pardew did with Ben Arfa was amazing and we are seeing so much improvement in Bolasie since Pardew took over Palace.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by TheGoodJoe(m):
alekside:
Believe me, I can't take someone who thinks an average player playing for an average team is "World class" serious.
This is an excerpt from an article. I wonder how you can class one of the best in the EPL as average.

Bolasie may look to lack a genuine end-product, but it is the way in which he stretches games with pace, tenacity and skill that truly marks his value.

This became abundantly clear to Liverpool supporters in last season's 3-3 draw away to Palace last May—a result that effectively consigned the Reds to a second-placed finish in the Premier League, with their gung-ho approach punished by Bolasie and Dwight Gayle.

He relentlessly exploited the abysmal Glen Johnson, making eight successful dribbles and laying on an assist on the break for Gayle.

This decimation saw Johnson roundly criticised, before the Liverpool right-back took to Twitter to bizarrely lambast the "sofa experts" who had justly noted how easily Bolasie had humiliated him throughout the game.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by mikron(m): 10:05pm On Sep 13, 2015
TheSuperNerd:
All he needed was "ONE MINUTE",

All he needed was "ONE CHANCE",

All he needed was "ONE MOMENT",

WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF THE WORLD'S HOTTEST 18 YEAR OLD IN SOCCER TODAY.....

Kelechi "The Alien kid" Iheanacho........

Look at the hunger in that kid.... Look at the dare on his face..... He will rule the world.

Am I still overhyping this kidhuh??!!!!!!!

Not a chance..... You call it overhype but I call it "THE BRUTAL TRUTH".

He still has a long way to go but folks, we recognise and know "GREATNESS" when we see it......

Iheanacho is now another inspiration, added to the many I have, to draw upon to keep pushing to be the best I know I can be in Science, Medicine, and Biomedical Research both in my studies and young research career.


The last time a young nigerian made this kind of entrance into the league of the big boys was during the time a certain Kanu Nwankwo shot off the blocks in awesome style.

Nigeria is home to the next set of world beaters in soccer and beyond..... *mark my words*
i couldn't have said it any better. Naija rocks
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by mikron(m): 10:23pm On Sep 13, 2015
TheSuperNerd:
What a weekend!
Odion Jude Ighalo(watford), Savior Godwin(Kvo Ostende), Joseph Akpala(Kvo Ostende) all scored in wins for their sides.

Vincent Enyeama(Losc Lille) kept a clean sheet vs. Olympique Lyonnais.

Mikel obi(Chelsea) made a rare start but come o.... Why is it that almost every time Mourinho withdraws mikel for an amf, the chelsea midfield becomes an "expressway" for the opposing side? Well, I think I do know.... Was just posing the question.


But the biggest of them all has to be Kelechi Iheanacho(man city fc). For a player so talented but young, stepping unto the field in the eyes of millions watching from all over the globe in the world's most glamorous and most followed league.... He showed guts..... Big guts. Surrounded by world super stars in Nasri, Yaya toure, Yannick bolasie, Aguero, Bony, Navas, Kompany, etc, He wasn't stage-frightened or cowed. He sought no one's autograph or shirt when he stepped unto that pitch... He went on to begin his own legend. Well done lad.

The Nigerian talents that will guide Oliseh and the other senior national team coaches into our next era are here... Iheanacho, Success, Awoniyi, Savior, Ndidi, Ighalo, Moses Simon, Ikeme, Leon Balogun, Among many others and the established ones(onazi, mikel, vic moses, omeruo, oboabona, musa, enyeama, etc).

Mr Sunday Oliseh, the ball is in your court..... Play it well. *smiles*
u forgot to add babatunde Michael, rabiu Ibrahim, and the werder Bremen man (forgotten his name) to ur list,
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by mikron(m): 10:26pm On Sep 13, 2015
TheSuperNerd:
What a weekend!
Odion Jude Ighalo(watford), Savior Godwin(Kvo Ostende), Joseph Akpala(Kvo Ostende) all scored in wins for their sides.

Vincent Enyeama(Losc Lille) kept a clean sheet vs. Olympique Lyonnais.

Mikel obi(Chelsea) made a rare start but come o.... Why is it that almost every time Mourinho withdraws mikel for an amf, the chelsea midfield becomes an "expressway" for the opposing side? Well, I think I do know.... Was just posing the question.


But the biggest of them all has to be Kelechi Iheanacho(man city fc). For a player so talented but young, stepping unto the field in the eyes of millions watching from all over the globe in the world's most glamorous and most followed league.... He showed guts..... Big guts. Surrounded by world super stars in Nasri, Yaya toure, Yannick bolasie, Aguero, Bony, Navas, Kompany, etc, He wasn't stage-frightened or cowed. He sought no one's autograph or shirt when he stepped unto that pitch... He went on to begin his own legend. Well done lad.

The Nigerian talents that will guide Oliseh and the other senior national team coaches into our next era are here... Iheanacho, Success, Awoniyi, Savior, Ndidi, Ighalo, Moses Simon, Ikeme, Leon Balogun, Among many others and the established ones(onazi, mikel, vic moses, omeruo, oboabona, musa, enyeama, etc).

Mr Sunday Oliseh, the ball is in your court..... Play it well. *smiles*
u forgot to add babatunde Michael, rabiu Ibrahim, Taiwo awoniyi , and the werder Bremen man (forgotten his name) to ur list, we would have a crack squad
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by mikron(m): 10:39pm On Sep 13, 2015
AIG07:
wao these guys are really on fire. I think an healthy competition among d lads will make them surpass their predecessors(nacho in city, simon earning is first national team goal) u know what dat means to others to. After Martial scored i knew that a new set of world stars are just evolving from their cocoon n Nigerians too 'll be part of this gr8 generation. Happy sunday all
happy Sunday to u too bro
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by TheGoodJoe(m): 5:32am On Sep 14, 2015
alekside:
Believe me, I can't take someone who thinks an average player playing for an average team is "World class" serious.
You can see what I am saying about managers. Leicester is an average team but with Ranieri former coach of Chelsea, Roma and Juventus, so far they are doing well. Ranieri was the coach who finished second in the league and cup in Italy with Roma when Mourinho won the treble with Inter Milan.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by joseph1013(op): 6:21am On Sep 14, 2015
[b][size=14pt]Man City skipper Vincent Kompany backs 'mystery man' Kelechi Iheanacho[/size]

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Vincent Kompany is backing “mystery man” Kelechi Iheanacho to make a name for himself if Sergio Aguero is out injured.

The 18-year-old Nigerian came off the bench to score a dramatic late winner at Crystal Palace after Aguero had limped off with a knee problem.

The teenager is not available for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Juventus as there was no room for him in the 25-man squad.

Kompany says he does not think Kun’s knock is too bad, but backed Iheanacho to move up the pecking order.

“If it’s just a kick, I don’t think it will be too bad,” said the skipper. “If it’s a twist then obviously you are losing one of the best strikers in the league. We will see.

“But again, we pulled Kelechi out of the hat, so sometimes these things happen. It gives other players a chance to stand up.”

Asked about the goalscorer, Kompany said: “You tell me about him! He’s the mystery man.

“He’s been around the club for a while, had a bit of difficulty sorting out his papers, work permit and stuff, but always been a great talent.

“He’s had a really good pre-season - even when he didn’t play well he scored.

“At the moment it looks like he’s third in the pecking order, and at his young age and at this kind of club, it’s a massive achievement already.

“So for him to score I can only hope that he’s going to score even more for us. It’s great for the club to have a young player coming through.”[/b]
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by joseph1013(op): 6:22am On Sep 14, 2015
Comment from a Man City fan in England:

If it had been Bony, instead of Iheanacho, what would have happened ?

A) He wouldn't have been quick enough to reach the ball

B) Slammed the rebound against the keeper and the ball go harmlessly away

C) Reached the ball, turned his back to goal and looked to lay the ball off for someone else to shoot.
And someone said he scored a penalty goal. Instinct mehn...instinct!
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by joseph1013(op): 6:30am On Sep 14, 2015
[b][size=14pt]Manchester City youngster Iheanacho might have provided the Premier League season's Macheda moment[/size]

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"Dare I say it? A star is born," Andy Gray proclaimed after Federico Macheda handed United the initiative in the 2009 title race.

Over six years on from his heroics against Aston Villa, Macheda cannot get a game at Cardiff. Kelechi Iheanacho, though, has the ability to become more than just a cult hero at Manchester City after his first senior goal against Crystal Palace.

The significance of the Nigerian's strike is yet to be determined but, just five games into the new season, its importance should not be dismissed.

The victory at Selhurst, bathed in September sunshine, felt like a climactic triumph, rather than an early season success. City's two best players were injured, the opponents were robust, the manager introduced a player unknown outside of Manchester and Nigeria, and the timing of Iheanacho's winner inflicted another wound upon Chelsea's battered beast.

City have opened up an 11-point chasm between them and their most credible challengers, supposedly Chelsea, in 16th. Even at this stage, it is a startling gulf and makes a mockery of David James' prediction City would finish outside of the top four.

A club renowned for their resilience, be it Sergio Aguero's 94th minute title winner or Edin Dzeko's breakthrough against Aston Villa, City are experts at measuring the magnitude of goals and the impact of Iheanacho's could be gauged by the delirious celebrations the players shared with the supporters on Saturday.

Iheanacho, not 19 until October, has responded emphatically to his Champions League squad exclusion. He is acutely aware his ability must be accompanied by a dedicated work ethic and, unlike the gloomy Stevan Jovetic, has not sulked about his omission.

Following the Elite Development Squad's derby win over United in May, he admitted to the M.E.N. he had suffered stage fright: "When I went in the dressing room at half-time the coach told me to work harder and be stronger, forget everything and concentrate."

Iheanacho's equaliser was a beauty. He outmuscled the impressive Tom Thorpe and ridiculed Donald Love before slotting home, yet what impressed just as much was Iheanacho's reaction.

Rather than milk the acclaim from an impressive crowd at the City Football Academy, he rushed to grab the ball. Iheanacho wanted a winner and City got it in a 3-1 win.

Iheanacho was so desperate to make his first-team debut against Southampton the next day he revealed he was prepared to miss a flight to New Zealand for the Under-20 World Cup.

"I play for City," he told the M.E.N. "If they tell me to come and play for the first team I will come and play. I'll change my flight."

City's own star might have been born at Selhurst Park.[/b]
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by joseph1013(op): 6:34am On Sep 14, 2015
Pelegrini might just regret not including Kelechi in his Champions' league squad considering Aguero's injury record and Bony's lack of goals.

He has a chance to make amends when they get past the group stage though.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by TheGoodJoe(m): 7:04am On Sep 14, 2015
joseph1013:
Pelegrini might just regret not including Kelechi in his Champions' league squad considering Aguero's injury record and Bony's lack of goals.

He has a chance to make amends when they get past the group stage though.

It is a tough one. I do not know how we missed that but I believe that Bony can hold on until the next window. Nacho has to take this opportunity in the EPL because that is the only way he can make the list after the group stage. There are a lot of stars in the club.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by terzurum5(m): 7:18am On Sep 14, 2015
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Hot from Africa: Nigeria to wait till Monday for AAG s/final foes
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Siasia - Nigeria U23 coach will have to wait till Monday to know AAG semi-final foes
Nigeria’s Dream Team will have to wait till Monday to know who they will face in the semi-finals of the All Africa Games men’s football event after Sudan and Burkina Faso finishing on equal pegging and will now need a drawing of lots to determine the runners-up in Group A.
Hosts Congo finished top of Group A despite losing 1-0 to Zimbabwe in their final group game and will on Tuesday clash with Group B runners-up Senegal to determine the team for the gold medal match.
However, Sudan and Burkina Faso played out a goalless draw in their final Group A match to both finish on four points.
They also finished on equal pegging for goals scored, conceded and goals difference and so a drawing of lots will be conducted by the organisers on Monday to determine who advances to Tuesday’s semi-final against Group B winners Nigeria.
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Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by terzurum5(m): 7:20am On Sep 14, 2015
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2015 All Africa Games - Men Burkina Faso U23
Sudan, Burkina Faso face drawing of lots after goalless draw
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Sudan and Burkina Faso U23 will be facing a drawing of lots on Monday morning, after playing to a goalless draw in their final Group A outing of the All-Africa Games Brazzaville 2015 on Sunday.
The draw, which will be conducted by the ad-hoc Organizing Committee for the 11th African Games Brazzaville 2015, will determine which team will progress together with hosts and group leaders Congo as the other Group A representative in the last four, and face Nigeria in the semifinals of the continental tournament.
The two sides ended level on four points apiece in Group A after their final stalemate, having both scored and conceded two goals in the group stage.
Group winners Congo will battle Senegal at the semis, while either Sudan or Burkina Faso will be up against Nigeria in the other last-four clash.
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Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by terzurum5(m):
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Anichebe hails Iheanacho, Ighalo’s performance
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West Bromwich Albion striker, Victor Anichebe, has hailed Manchester City starlet, Kelechi Iheanacho, after the teenager opened his account for the English Premier League side on Saturday.
The former Everton striker also had kind words for Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo, whose 59th minute strike against Swansea City secured three points for Watford also on Saturday.
Compared to Iheanacho who scored his first goal in the EPL aged 18 years, 11 months and nine days, Anichebe remains the youngest Nigerian player to score in the top flight, scoring after 84 minutes in Everton’s 2 – 2 draw with his current club at the age of 18 years and 14 days in May 2006.
“Big congrats to Kelechi on your first senior goal and Ighalo Jude on another goal. Future looking bright for Nigeria,” a llnigeriasoccer.com quoted Anichebe as saying on social media.

thenationonlineng.net/anichebe-hails-iheanacho-ighalos-performance/
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by safarigirl(f): 12:32pm On Sep 14, 2015
Check this guys: So, Iheanacho gave his jersey, his 1st premier league goal jersey, to a Man City fan for her birthday. Twas her son that said so on their forum (City fans). They didn't even know he was the one who scored the winning goal until they got on the bus home, now she wants to see if she can get him (Kelechi) to sign it grin. Isn't he nice?
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by safarigirl(f): 12:40pm On Sep 14, 2015
....oh, and Iheanacho by UCL rules will be eligible to play by January (2 years into his contract with City) under a B-list (allows foreign U21 players to feature if their contract is 2 years or older)
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by joseph1013(op): 3:33pm On Sep 14, 2015
[b][size=14pt]Man City starlet Kelechi Iheanacho the new great hope for Nigeria[/size]

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As Kelechi Iheanacho struck home the winner for Manchester City against Crystal Palace this weekend, it seemed as if the whole of Nigeria drew a collective breath. It has been 10 years since Nigerian fans were this excited about a young talent.

In 2005, the object of their affections was a tall midfielder called John Obi Mikel whose languid movement masked pinpoint passing and exemplary vision. His early promise led to a transfer war between Chelsea and Manchester United -- which was eventually won by the Blues -- and expectations elevated to such a level that he was crowned as a replacement for midfield maestro Austin Okocha before he had even made his senior international debut.

Despite winning a host of trophies with Chelsea and helping Nigeria to the 2013 African Nations Cup title, the general belief is that Mikel's potential has been largely unfulfilled. Indeed, it would only be an incurable optimist who would list Mikel as one of the Super Eagles' greats.

Fast forward a decade and there is belief that a young pretender again holds the key to Nigeria's success. Iheanacho, 18, is the same age Mikel was in 2005, although the young City striker has already outshone his rival in terms of success at youth level.

Mikel claims the honours at U20 level with second place finish and Silver Ball trophy at the world championships, but Iheanacho's silver at the African U17 championships trumps Mikel's bronze. His title win and Golden Ball at the U17 world championships is well ahead of Mikel's first round elimination and he has plenty of time left to add to his haul.

On the individual front, both are very different players but it is hard not to pick Iheanacho's style as the one that catches the eye. He is quick, technically gifted, can pick a pass, link up play, run the lines high up the pitch and has goals in him. He is also at a more advanced stage in his development having spent time with Manchester City since he was 17.

Manu Garba, who coached the Nigeria U17 and U20 teams where Iheanacho exploded on to the scene, compares his protege to England legend Frank Lampard.

"I'm not surprised at his performances for Manchester City ... as I have said it before, he can play for any team in the world," he told SL10. "As a matter of fact they will do well to use him as a replacement for Frank Lampard.

"He shares similar style of play with the outgoing legend. They can both create and score goals from midfield with late runs into the 18-yard box hardly spotted by opposition defenders."

These are the qualities Nigerians see and have based their newfound confidence upon. On Saturday, within seconds of coming on, Iheanacho popped up in the box to stab home from close range and win a tight game for City at Selhurst Park.

Garba would have watched that with a little chuckle. Since the retirement of greats like Austin Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu, the Super Eagles have struggled to produce genuine world class talent but for many Nigerians, Iheanacho represents the promise of a return to the glory days. His energy, movement, skills and goal-scoring mark him out as the complete package.

Prior to Saturday's cameo, the calls were already growing to have him called up to the senior Nigeria set-up. It is hard to see Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh, who -- from his tweets -- was watching at home, leaving him out of his next squad. Oliseh clearly sees Iheanacho as the future of Nigerian football; the same as former coach Stephen Keshi, who first called him up to training camp for the 2014 African Nations Championship, a tournament for players playing in their home countries.

Iheanacho never made the final squad, as he left camp to sign his contract with Manchester City, but if he continues on his current upward trajectory and maintains a high level of consistency, he could be the spark required to light up the Super Eagles.

Man City manager Manuel Pellegrini admitted after the game that Iheanacho was the reason he did not acquire another striker following the departure of Edin Dzeko to Roma. With Sergio Aguero seemingly injured, it appears the Nigerian starlet might just get a few more chances to shine in the coming weeks.

A note of caution, though. Such high expectations usually lead to disappointment, as has been demonstrated in the past, and there is still some way to go before Kelechi's shoulders will be broad enough to bear the massive weight of Nigerian hope.

Both Keshi and Oliseh have done the right thing in keeping him away from the national set up while he grows with his club. And even when he does get that international call, restraint and patience will be required.

Mikel triggered mass Nigerian support for Chelsea, despite never quite reaching the heights expected of him. If he can keep his feet on the ground, the evidence suggests that Iheanacho is on course to do the same for Manchester City.

http://www.espnfc.com/blog/football-nigeria/206/post/2611430/man-city-starlet-kelechi-iheanacho-the-new-hope-for-nigeria[/b]
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by samueld0(m): 4:58pm On Sep 14, 2015
Manu: Oliseh should give Iheanacho a chance

Abuja - Kelechi Iheanacho should get an instant invitation to the Super Eagles because he's the sort of player the team needs at the moment, according to Nigeria U20 coach, Manu Garba.
The 18-year old scored his first goal for Manchester City over the weekend as he helped the former English champions to a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace in the English Premier League, despite being a late second half substitute.
His performance has inevitably sparked calls from Nigerian fans to have the youngster included in the next Super Eagles team - calls that are hugely supported by Manu Garba, Iheanacho's coach at the Nigeria U20's.
"Kelechi Iheanacho is the sort of player the coach needs at this point in time," Manu said, in reference to the Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh.
"We don't have good finishers (scorers) in the Super Eagles at the moment," Manu posited.
Also read: Pellegrini: Iheanacho's the reason I didn't replace Edin Dzek
Despite Iheanacho's obvious talent and his goal for Manchester City notwithstanding, not everyone will agree he's ready to make the leap to the Super Eagles just yet, seeing that he only played at the U20 World Cup last June and is only just making the City first team.
But Manu, who is credited to having discovered the forward when he was coach of Nigeria's U17's in 2013, believes the youngster is talented and good enough to play for Nigeria at senior level.
"He has all it takes to play for the Super Eagles," Manu continued, "The boy is a very talented player and if given the opportunity, he will surely break in to the Super Eagles," Manu told Brila FM.
The Nigeria U20 coach went further to stress that Iheanacho should also be given a chance with Nigeria's U23 team.
"I also think he's equally good to play for the U23, he's the kind of player the coach needs at this point in time," Manu added.
- News24
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by safarigirl(f): 5:06pm On Sep 14, 2015
All these editorials on Iheanacho ontop one goal sha, make una sofri abeg. As much as I do agree that the boy has great potential as well as a good head on his shoulders, we should take care not to hype him too much or allow this breakthrough be all there is to it. We need not get ahead of ourselves, just take things as they go
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by joseph1013(op): 5:08pm On Sep 14, 2015
Manu Garba should zip it. So Oilseh's Super Eagles needs him, but his less-than-average U-20 does not? Oshisco!
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by terzurum5(m): 5:28pm On Sep 14, 2015
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Scottish league winning debut thrills Oluwatobi
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Nigerian youngster Oluwatobi Shobowale, better known as Tobi Sho-Silva, has expressed his happiness for making a winning debut with his Scottish Premier League side Inverness CT.
The 20-year-old was in action when Inverness defeated Hearts 2-0 on Friday.
“Delighted to be part of @ICTFC first win of the season, lads were superb & happy to make my SPL debut! #UpTheCally #GodIsGood huhhuh,” he tweeted.
He is on loan from Charlton Athletic till January 2016.
Incidentally, Tobi was involved in the incident which led to Nigeria defender Juwon Oshaniwa’s red card in the game.

thenationonlineng.net/scottish-league-winning-debut-thrills-oluwatobi/
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by terzurum5(m): 5:32pm On Sep 14, 2015
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Nigeria get tough Olympics qualifying draw
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Nigeria received what appears to be a tougher task than South Africa when the 2016 Olympic Games African qualifying tournament draw was made in Cairo Monday.
The Nigerians were placed in Group B with Egypt, Algeria and Mali while South Africa face hosts Senegal, Zambia and Tunisia in Group A.
South Africa visited Tunisia for two warm-up matches last weekend, winning 4-0 and losing 2-1 when the teams met again.
Group winners and runners-up advance to the semi-finals, whose victors secure places at the Rio Olympic Games.
The losing semi-finalists play off to fill the third and last place reserved for Africa at a tournament won by Nigeria in 1996 and Cameroon four years later.
Nigeria edged Congo Brazzaville to reach Senegal while Egypt outclassed Uganda with rising star ‘Kahraba’ scoring four goals.
Algeria overcame Sierra Leone and Mali were too strong for Mauritania and 2012 London Olympics qualifiers Gabon.
Senegal are automatic participants as hosts and South Africa won at home against Zimbabwe with Keegan Dolly scoring twice after drawing away.
Tunisia beat Sudan comfortably and Morocco narrowly while Zambia eliminated Botswana and edged Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout.
Senegal host the November 28-December 12 tournament in Dakar and Mbour, which lies 80 kilometres south of the capital.
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Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by terzurum5(m): 5:38pm On Sep 14, 2015
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AF 2015 All Africa Games - Men Senegal U23
AAG hosts Congo face Senegal in battle for final spot
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Congo goalkeeper Christoffer Mafoumbi
2015 All Africa Games hosts Congo will face Senegal in Kintéléon Tuesday, for a place in the final of the continental tournament.
The Red Devils had a great start to their campaign with back-to-back victories over Sudan and Burkina Faso with the same 2-1 scoreline.
And while they ultimately fell 0-1 to Zimbabwe in their final Group A outingon Sunday, the six points claimed in their first two encounters proved enough to secure a first-place finish and avoid Nigeria in the next round.
Meanwhile, Senegal booked their spot in the semifinals as Group B runners-up after recording two consecutive draws with Ghana and group winners Nigeria.
The Congolese remain favourites to progress in front of their home crowd despite their below-par performance against the Young Warriors.
They fielded a ‘B-team’ to rest several of their key players, and should be able to rely on a full-strength squad when they face the Teranga Lions.
Congo are desperate to reach their first final since claiming Gold in the 1965 edition, with Senegal best result a fourth-place finish in Maputo in 2011.
The match will kick off at Stade de Kintélé at15h00CAT on Tuesday 15 September 2015.
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Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by Icon4s(m): 6:06pm On Sep 14, 2015
safarigirl:
All these editorials on Iheanacho ontop one goal sha, make una sofri abeg. As much as I do agree that the boy has great potential as well as a good head on his shoulders, we should take care not to hype him too much or allow this breakthrough be all there is to it. We need not get ahead of ourselves, just take things as they go
Welcome to my side.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by Icon4s(m): 6:11pm On Sep 14, 2015
terzurum5:
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Nigeria received what appears to be a tougher task than South Africa when the 2016 Olympic Games African qualifying tournament draw was made in Cairo Monday.
The Nigerians were placed in Group B with Egypt, Algeria and Mali while South Africa face hosts Senegal, Zambia and Tunisia in Group A.
South Africa visited Tunisia for two warm-up matches last weekend, winning 4-0 and losing 2-1 when the teams met again.
Group winners and runners-up advance to the semi-finals, whose victors secure places at the Rio Olympic Games.
The losing semi-finalists play off to fill the third and last place reserved for Africa at a tournament won by Nigeria in 1996 and Cameroon four years later.
Nigeria edged Congo Brazzaville to reach Senegal while Egypt outclassed Uganda with rising star ‘Kahraba’ scoring four goals.
Algeria overcame Sierra Leone and Mali were too strong for Mauritania and 2012 London Olympics qualifiers Gabon.
Senegal are automatic participants as hosts and South Africa won at home against Zimbabwe with Keegan Dolly scoring twice after drawing away.
Tunisia beat Sudan comfortably and Morocco narrowly while Zambia eliminated Botswana and edged Ivory Coast in a penalty shootout.
Senegal host the November 28-December 12 tournament in Dakar and Mbour, which lies 80 kilometres south of the capital.
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That Nigeria's grp to me is nt as tough as d AAG grp of Egypt, Senegal, & Ghana. Although Egypt pulled out.

We should b able to beat Algeria and Mali. As for Egypt, until d match day.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by Icon4s(m): 6:14pm On Sep 14, 2015
So hu are we playing at AAG semis? Burkina Faso or Sudan?
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by safarigirl(f): 6:15pm On Sep 14, 2015
Icon4s:
Welcome to my side.
lol. I'm just advicing caution, not joining your side sir smiley
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by safarigirl(f): 6:29pm On Sep 14, 2015
joseph1013:
Manu Garba should zip it. So Oilseh's Super Eagles needs him, but his less-than-average U-20 does not? Oshisco!
just leave that Manu, I no just wan yarn the man matter
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by terzurum5(m): 6:38pm On Sep 14, 2015
Icon4s:
That Nigeria's grp to me is nt as tough as d AAG grp of Egypt, Senegal, & Ghana. Although Egypt pulled out.

We should b able to beat Algeria and Mali. As for Egypt, until d match day.
The only team am scared of is S/African if they use most of their national team players in the tournament. They have one of the most hungry and young players in their national team setup.
Re: All The News About The Olympic Eagles (U-23) HERE! by Icon4s(m): 6:38pm On Sep 14, 2015
safarigirl:
lol. I'm just advicing caution, not joining your side sir smiley
Jst like i have also been advicing caution in d hypes.
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