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| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:08am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] AF Nigeria 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers - Africa Swaziland Oboabona: Swaziland deserves respect [/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/11/oboabona_afcon_8.jpg Oboabona by Phumzile Ngcatshe Ahead of their crucial 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Swaziland, Nigeria defender Godfrey Oboabona says they will not undermine Isihlangu Somnikati. The Super Eagles are set to face Harries Bulunga’s side this coming Friday for their first leg as they target to reach Russia in 2018. According to the Swazi Observer, the Rizespor centre back in Turkey admits that the Southern African country is not a big footballing nation, but they deserve respect. “Swaziland are not a big footballing nation, but that does not mean we don’t have to respect them,” said Oboabona. “They will be looking to beat us and make a name for themselves and that is the reason we must approach the game with caution. “We can’t afford to miss out on the World Cup after our failure to qualify for the last Africa Cup of Nations.” The report further revealed that Sunday Oliseh and his team are expected to touch down in Swaziland on Thursday before the match. Kick off for the match is 19:00 at Somhlolo Stadium with the return leg set for Tuesday, 17 November in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. [/b] africanfootball.com/news/583899/Oboabona-Swaziland-deserves-respect 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:19am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] World Cup: 92-Man Nigeria Delegation To Hit Swaziland Thursday [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/oliseh-eagles.jpg By David Meshioye: Comple tesportsnigeria.com can exclusively report that a 92-man delegation from Nigeria will storm Mbambane on Thursday ahead of this Friday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against the Shilangu of Swaziland. A decent source at the Nigeria Football Federation revealed that the country’s soccer governing body has already faxed their Swaziland counterparts to inform them of this development. The delegation which comprises 25 Super Eagles players, head coach and backroom staff, NFF officials, media and other top House of Representative members of the sports committee are expected to depart Abuja aboard a chartered flight barring any last minute hitches. Meanwhile, match officials including the centre referee from Benin Republic are expected to arrive in Swaziland on Wednesday. These include the match commissioner from Zambia and Referee Assessor from Morocco Super Eagles head coach, Sunday Oliseh, has recalled Seattle Sounders striker, Obafemi Martins, for the World Cup qualifier against Swaziland after a two-year absence. [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/world-cup-92-man-nigeria-delegation-to-hit-swaziland-thursday/ |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:21am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Ideye On Target As Musa, Onazi Suffer Defeats [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/IMG_20151105_004406.jpg By James Agberebi: Brown Ideye was target for Olympiakos as they beat Iraklis 2-0 in the Greek Super League on Sunday. Luka Milivojevic opened the scoring for Olympiakos in the 20th minute before Ideye doubled the lead in the 60th minute. Super Eagles invitee Kelechi Iheanacho was in action for Manchester City in their 0-0 draw against struggling Aston Villa in Sunday’s English Premier League. Iheanacho was introduced with six minutes left for Raheem Sterling but couldn’t help City get on the score sheet. Iheanacho was nominated for the 2015 Golden Boy award last week. In the Russian league, Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa saw action for 90 minutes as CSKA lost 2-1 away to FC Krasnodar. Fedor Smolov got the two goals for Krasnodar, while Alan Dzagoev got CSKA’s only goal. In the Rome derby which AS Roma won 2-0 against Lazio, Super Eagles assistant captain Ogenyi Onazi was an unused substitute. Strikes from Edin Dzeko in the 10th minute from the penalty spot and a 63rd minute strike from Gervinho sealed the win for Roma. In Belgium, Nigerian forward Imoh Ezekiel was on for 90 minutes for Anderlecht as they went down 1-0 to his former club Standard Liege. A Jonathan Legear goal secured the win for Standard Liege. [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/ideye-on-target-as-musa-onazi-suffer-defeats/ 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:28am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Watford Captain Loving Striking Partnership With Ighalo [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/image16.jpeg By Izuchukwu Okosi: Watford captain Troy Deeney has praised his striking partnership at the Premier League club with Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo and likens it with the partnership of Manchester United legends, Dwight Yorke and Andy Cole. Deeney who scored through a penalty on Saturday in their 2-1 defeat suffered against Leicester City, on a live Skysports programme monitored by Completesportsnigeria.com Monday said: "We didn't really work on our partnership before but we complement each other well. Odion has got quick feet in and around the box. He gets behind the defenders and he goes up believing "I'm going to win." "In the West Brom game, he had more shots than West Brom I believe. He's done a great season. His link-up game is good. Yeah, we are like Dwight Yorke and Andy Cole. We understand our movements," the English striker said in agreement to the comparison drawn by the presenter. Watford are 11th in the Barclays Premier League table going into the international break. Ighalo who has scored seven league goals this season is expected to be key in Nigeria's 2018 World Cup qualification game away against Swaziland on Friday. [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/watford-captain-loving-striking-partnership-with-ighalo/ 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:33am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[size=14pt] Agu Drills Three Eagles Goalkeepers [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/AlloyAgu.jpg By Richard Jideaka, Abuja: Only three Super Eagles, all of them goalkeepers trained Monday evening under the watchful eyes of national team goalkeepers Trainer, Aloysius Agu Soccer fans who thronged the mainbowl of the National Stadium Abuja to catch a glimpse of the big stars of the Super Eagles felt disappointed when the Eagles vehicle arrived with only three keepers emergIng from it. The goalkeepers who were drilled by Aloysius Agu included Carl Ikeme, Dele Alampasu and Ikechukwu Ezenwa. They trained for about one hour and left afterwards. Coach Agu said he chose to train with the goalkeepers simply because all three invited reported on time while awaiting the rest of the invited players. www.completesportsnigeria.com/agu-drills-three-eagles-goalkeepers/ 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:45am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Swaziland Vs Nigeria: Talk Big & Win Super Eagles Jersey [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/swaz-nig1.jpg Nigeria's Super Eagles will on Friday play away to the Swaziland national team in a 2018 World Cup qualification match. The first leg of the fixtures between both countries promises to be a great game in prospect as Nigeria's players,home-based players or foreign-based are in good form. Swaziland eliminated Djibouti in the previous qualifying round before drawing Nigeria for this weekend's game. What do you expect from this game? Who are the players to make the difference for their teams in this match? Do you think Swaziland will pose any threat for the Super Eagles? We are looking for outstanding posts based on the originality of content, uniqueness of opinion/verdict from a fan’s point of view. A correct prediction of the big match’s scoreline could also increase a post’s chances of being selected. In each edition of this exercise, Comple tesportsnigeria.com’s in-house judges’ decisions are final. Each of two top winners selected will win an authentic Super Eagles jersey and another two winners will each go home with a Nigeria face-cap. Write at least one full paragraph comment (preview) on this match through the Leave A Reply field at the bottom of this page. Enter your authentic email address in the required field before posting your comment/preview. Don’t copy and paste online stories/articles here as that will not be approved for winners’ selection. Write your full names and location at the bottom of your comment/preview (eg: Abdulrahman Bello, Kaduna) [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/swaziland-vs-nigeria-talk-big-win-super-eagles-jersey/ |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:47am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Pellegrini: Iheanacho Is A No.10, Not No.9 [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Iheanacho2.jpg By Johnny Edward: Manchester City's manager Manuel Pellegrini has insisted that Kelechi Iheanacho in not a striker. Pellegrini made this known in his interview with Manchester Evening News when he explained reasons why he didn’t bring on Iheanacho for injured Wilfried Bony against Aston Villa at the Villa Park on Sunday. Bony limped off after 25 minutes to leave Manchester City without a recognised centre forward and Pellegrini opted to replace the Ivorian international with Jesus Navas, than the fast rising Iheanacho who eventually came on as an 84th minute substitute for Raheem Sterling. “It could be another option, but I think that Jesus was important also to play for the right wing," Pellegrini told the Manchester Evening News. “Maybe if we scored the goal we are talking about it being the correct option, but after that you never know if Kelechi can change the game. “But he’s not a striker. Normally he plays behind the striker.” Iheanacho who has been called up for Nigeria's 2018 World Cup qualifier has made eight appearances and scored once for the current league leaders. [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/%e2%80%8bpellegrini-iheanacho-is-a-no-10-not-no-9/ |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 10:09am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[size=14pt] Chelsea Loanee Omeruo Injured Again [/size] https://mtnfootball.com/bp_images/2015/11/Samm_25_August_2_580x472.jpg Omeruo (left) is injured again in Turkey Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo has had a relapse of a hamstring injury and so missed his Turkish club’s home win over Akhisar Belediyespor at the weekend. On Saturday, Kasimpasa won 2-1 with Omeruo not listed and watching from the stands. Last weekend, Omeruo, who is on loan from Chelsea, played the full 90 minutes in a thrilling 3-3 draw at table-topping Besiktas. He was even booked in the 78thminute. “Omeruo is again nursing a hamstring injury, it seems it is a relapse of the injury he suffered last month,” a top source informed. It is believed that his fitness problem accounted for him being left out by coach Sunday Oliseh for this week’s World Cup qualifier in Swaziland. Kasimpasa are sixth on the table with 18 points from 11 matches. mtnfootball.com/news/583539/Chelsea-loanee-Omeruo-injured-again |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 10:12am On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Fully Recovered Oliseh Hits Eagles Camp [/size] https://mtnfootball.com/bp_images/2015/11/Samm_1_September_4.jpg Eagles coach Oliseh (right) back for World Cup qualifier Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh has recovered from illness to join the Super Eagles training camp in Abuja ahead of Friday’s World Cup qualifier in Swaziland. Eagles spokesman Toyin Ibitoye disclosed Oliseh, who missed a CHAN qualifier return leg in Burkina Faso last month due to a viral infection, has recovered fully. “He’s in camp and he’s in shape,” said Ibitoye. Europe-based goalkeepers Carl Ikeme and Dele Alampasu as well as Ikechukwu Ezenwa from Sunshine Stars, Chima Akas and Austin Oboroakpo have also reported to the training camp. More players are being expected later Monday, but flight delays caused by a Lufthansa strike may cause the Eagles to only begin training Tuesday night at the Abuja National Stadium, Ibitoye further said. The training will be from 7pm. The team will fly out of Abuja Thursday morning on a chartered flight. The match will be played on Friday in Swaziland with kick-off slated for 6pm Nigerian time with the return leg on November 17 in Port Harcourt. [/b] mtnfootball.com/news/583878/Fully-recovered-Oliseh-hits-Eagles-camp 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:11pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Adi, Onomah, Ighalo: Nigerians abroad review [/size] [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/98/45/vincent-enyeama-of-losc-lille_zagqs5rf7zxj1e1rqdrgcazb2.jpg?t=-899819960&w=320[/img] Vincent Enyeama was in action for LOSC Lille as they drew 1-1 at home with SC Bastia. The draw leaves Herve Renard’s Dogues down in 16th in the French table, having won only two of their opening 13 matches. [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/goal_uk/1f/7b/kelechi-iheanacho-manchester-city_4jc16k2tviql1onipt63w1h4g.jpg?t=-583215056&w=320[/img] Kelechi Iheanacho was—surprisingly—only given a brief run out by Manuel Pellegrini for Manchester City in their 0-0 draw at Aston Villa. The young striker was only given six minutes and was unable to turn the contest in the Citizens’ favour. https://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/4f/aa/victor-moses-of-west-ham-united_16z2cnxvvvn0q1j4jeqzcj1esp.jpg?t=291842208&w=320 Victor Moses played the full 90 minutes for West Ham United in their 1-1 draw at home to Everton. The point leaves the Hammers in sixth place ahead of the international break. https://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_America/1a/21/fanendo-adi-portland-timbers-leonardo-la-galaxy-mls-10182015_r3fq6qsh1nv16r2rakynunch.jpg?t=2105182208&w=320 Fanendo Adi was the hero in Major League Soccer. The former FC Kobenhavn striker scored a first-half goal for Portland Timbers to ensure that they saw off Vancouver Whitecaps to advance to the MLS Conference Finals. The Nigerian frontman also contributed the assist for Diego Chara’s late effort, to confirm Timbers’ progression. [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/24/b5/jordon-ibe-of-liverpool_12f92q8q64ndk1daqgvbp76xzh.jpg?t=-1681188576&w=320[/img] Jordon Ibe was given a starting berth in the Premier League—his third of the season—but he failed to impress as Liverpool fell to a shock 2-1 defeat at home to Alan Pardew’s Crystal Palace. The Anglo-Nigerian winger was withdrawn after 87 minutes. [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/dc/dd/odion-ighalo-of-watford_1tbk71ubnjfu18owyl5c425kk.jpg?t=-1354332265&w=320[/img] Odion Ighalo’s goalscoring run came to an end in the Premier League as Watford were defeated 2-1 away at Leicester City. The Nigeria forward hit the woodwork, but his performance was below his usual recent standards. [/b] ................continue shortly 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:12pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
....................Part 2 [b][size=14pt] Adi, Onomah, Ighalo: Nigerians abroad review [/size] [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/c5/55/obafemi-martins-of-seattle-sounders_n4nk0og22ds81qdys89s7kl6v.jpg?t=-282278416&w=320[/img] Obafemi Martins and Seattle Sounders ended their season in disappointment with an MLS playoff semi-final defeat to FC Dallas. Canada international Tesho Akindele—whose father is Nigerian—scored in the shootout after the two sides ended the tie level on aggregate. [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/7/68/ahmed-musa-of-cska-moscow_1u3eqg7cdcli61o7xy76md4x1y.jpg?t=-1532874416&w=320[/img] Over in Russia, CSKA Moscow lost their second consecutive match as they were defeated 2-1 away at FC Krasnodar. Musa played the entire match, but was not at his best. Defeat leaves CSKA at the top of the Russian table, but their lead has been cut to six points. [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/8/61/sylvester-igboun-of-fc-midtjylland_1mz3ttvskiagv1s6wpctuo6n4u.jpg?t=-1225440649&w=320[/img] Sylvester Igbonu opened the scoring for FC Ufa in the Russian top flight as the strugglers secured a valuable 2-1 victory over Fegor Ogude’s Amkar Perm. https://images.performgroup.com/di/library/goal_uk/bf/a7/joshua-onomah_1g8x8eit2d06q1fq1fumb0u0k9.jpg?t=1789981699&w=320 Anglo-Nigerian youngster Josh Onomah was given a run out in the North London Derby as Tottenham Hotspur drew 1-1 away at Arsenal. The youngster was born in Enfield and has represented England at U-19 level. [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/goal_uk/0/28/kenny-otigba-ado-den-haag-sc-heerenveen-eredivisie-12042013_f84jyl876yxrz6bwu8mk85bi.jpg?t=-1336507004&w=320[/img] Kenneth Otigba shone for Heerenveen in their 4-1 defeat of FC Twente, scoring a goal and delivering an excellent defensive display. [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Turkey/d3/4e/micheal-eneramo-besiktas_1t66uh8dbui251gc8w69y3d8de.jpg?t=-164791761&w=320[/img] Michael Eneramo scored his first goal of the season as Sivasspor overcame the sending off of John Boye on 51 minutes to defeat Gaziantepspor 3-0 in the Super Lig. [/b] m.goal.com/x/en-ng/news/7175/gallery/2015/11/10/17165712/adi-onomah-ighalo-nigerians-abroad-review/micheal-eneramo-besiktas/12 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:14pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Ten players train with Oliseh on Monday evening [/size] [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/4a/4b/nigeria-training_1vd2zmclt3akj11wbdtzatc0av.jpg?t=-1869274137&w=620&h=430[/img] The bulk of players for Friday’s World Cup qualifier against Swaziland were yet to arrive camp when the team held its first training Coach Sunday Oliseh expects full training to commence on Tuesday morning ahead of this weekend’s World Cup qualifier against Swaziland. Only ten of 24 players were available to the coach on Monday evening during the team’s first training session. Watford’s Odion Ighalo, Wolverhampton’s Carl Ikeme, Sunshine Stars’ Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Sharks’ Chima Akas made the session. Others were Dele Alampasu, Jamiu Alimi, Austin Oboroakpo, Kalu Orji and Paul Onobi. “Full training will definitely commence Tuesday by the special grace of God when most of the players would have arrived,” Oliseh disclosed. Players that arrived late on Monday and those still in transit via Lagos are expected to arrive early in Abuja on Tuesday morning and should be part of the full work out. However, the three invited goalkeepers trained at the main bowl of the Abuja National Stadium on Monday evening under the supervision of goalkeeper trainer Alloy Agu. [/b] m.goal.com/x/en-ng/news/4093/nigeria/2015/11/10/17162592/ten-players-train-with-oliseh-on-monday-evening 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:20pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Vardy Beats Ighalo, Ozil To October Player Of The Month [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/IMG_20151110_091536.jpg Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has beaten Nigeria star Odion Ighalo to the Premier League Player of the Month for October following his impressive goalscoring run. The 28-year-old, who has joined up with the England squad for friendlies against Spain and France, scored five times in Leicester’s four games last month. Vardy netted in wins over Norwich City, Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion, and scored two in the team’s 2-2 draw with Southampton at St Mary’s. Vardy is the league’s top scorer with 12 goals and can match Ruud van Nistelrooy’s league record of scoring in 10 consecutive games when Leicester travel to Newcastle United on November 21. The striker also beat Mesut Ozil, Olivier Giroud, Kevin De Bruyne and Jack Butland, who were all nominated for the monthly award. [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/vardy-beats-ighalo-ozil-to-october-player-of-the-month/ [img]http://www.completesportsnigeria.com/ighalo-battles-de-bryne-ozil-giroud-for-epl-player-of-the-month/[/img] Odio Ighalo 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by thegoodjoehunt3(m): 3:24pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
Orkpekyandega:Right choice. Vardy was clearly the best player last month. Ighalo should continue working hard and his recognition will come. 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:27pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
Hurray another good news is that TheSuperNerd Guess what!!! hahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaa************************** thats it [b][size=14pt] Iheanacho, Mikel join Eagles as camp swells to 17 for Swaziland [/size] [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/6d/47/john-obi-mikel-kelechi-iheanacho_jvvrg0zzy2o41fuak22y9uchg.jpg?t=-89985105&w=620&h=430[/img] Mikel Obi (left) & Kelechi Iheanacho The duo are Eagles' newest arrivals ahead of Friday's 2018 Fifa World Cup qualifying fixture against Swaziland in Lobamba Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi and Manchester city rookie Kelechi Iheanacho joined Super Eagles camp on Tuesday morning as numbers of invited players swelled to 17 ahead Friday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against Swaziland. Aside Mikel and Iheancho, Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi, Turkey based Godfrey Oboabona, Genk midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, Monaco defender Elderson Echiejile and Russia based Sylvester Igbonu arrived at breakfast time on Tuesday. Earlier, the Abuja camp on Monday evening welcomed Sunshine Stars' Paul Onobi, Ezekiel Bassey of Enyimba, Shooting Stars' Jamiu Alimi, Kalu Orji of Enugu Rangers. Wolverhampton's Carl Ikeme, Odion Ighalo, Dele Alampasu and Ikechukwu Ezenwa of Sunshine Stars, Sharks' Chima Akas and Abia Warriors' Austin Oboroakpo are also at the Bolton White Apartments, Abuja. Still expected are captain Ahmed Musa of CSKA Moscow, Obafemi Martins, Moses Simon of Gent, Slovakia based Rabiu Ibrahim, Ogenyi Onasi of Lazio, Celtic's Efe Ambrose and Portugal based Abdullahi Shehu. According to Toyin Ibitoye, the media officer of the Super Eagles, more players are expected at lunch time on Tuesday as training will begin in the evening by 4pm. Nigeria will travel to Swaziland for the first leg in Lobamba on Friday, November 13 and the return leg will take place at the Adokiye Amiesiamaka Stadium in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, November 17. [/b] m.goal.com/x/en-ng/news/4093/nigeria/2015/11/10/17171502/iheanacho-mikel-join-eagles-as-camp-swells-to-17-for |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:34pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
thegoodjoehunt3: Odion Ghalo has been another Nigerian revealation in the EPL. He has been the reason why the Club is some where up there on the table. He has performed well so far, only that he was just unlucky to miss some goal scoring chances that came his way. If he had converted some of them, who knows? 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by thegoodjoehunt3(m): 3:37pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
Orkpekyandega:So far, Ighalo is looking promising and his movement upfront is impressive. However, Ighalo is under a good manager and I see him maintaining his performances. He can still bag that award this season. 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:46pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] AF 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers - Africa Egypt Chad hoping to stun the Pharaohs [/size] [img]http://africanfootball.com/news/584208/Chad-hoping-to-stun-the-Pharaohs[/img] Egypt's Pharaohs As the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers are set to take the centre stage, Chad and Egypt are set to be involved in a thrilling encounter. Les Sao will hope to cause an upset at home, hosting one of Africa’s finest footballing nations, and will be inspired by their recent good run. They lost 2-0 to Gabon at home in the African Championships Qualifiers (Chan), however, they won the return leg away. The World Cup qualifier is a replay of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier back in September when the Pharaohs demolished the hosts 5-1, and going to this one Hector Cuper’s men are favourites. Former Cameroon international, Rigobert Song will lead the hosts for the first time hoping to restore their national pride and will look to see Nassqr Ndiguem, who scored the winner over the Panthers, find the back of the net against Egypt. However, the Pharaohs will look to bag a win on top of their 5-1 walloping of Sao and 3-0 win over Chipolopolo of Zambia. Cuper, however, will miss AS Roma’s winger Mohamed Salah who has been ruled out for the clash due to injury and has been replaced by Zamalek’s Mostafa Fathi. To cripple his squad, Anderlecht attacking midfielder Mahmoud Hassan ‘Trezeguet’ will also be missing out after dislocating his shoulder a few weeks ago. The match gets underway at 14:30 and the venue is Stade Omnisports Idriss Mahamat Ouya in N'Djaména on Saturday. These two sides will again lock horns next Tuesday for the second leg. [/b] africanfootball.com/news/584208/Chad-hoping-to-stun-the-Pharaohs |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:48pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] AF 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers - Africa Tanzania Tanzania out to stun Algeria [/size] [img]http://africanfootball.com/news/584179/Tanzania-out-to-stun-Algeria[/img] Jordan Ayew of Ghana battles with Madjid Bouguerra of Algeria during of the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations match between Ghana and Senegal at Mongomo Stadium, Equatorial Guinea on 23 January 2015 Taifa Stars of Tanzania will aim to raise their hopes of reaching Russia when they welcome Algeria for their 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier on Saturday. Although they’re enjoying the home advantage for this encounter, it’s not going to be an easy task to get a win over the Desert Warriors as they will also want to progress through to the next stage. However, the Charles Mkwasa-coached team will bank on their previous round’s form after beating Malawi 2-1 on aggregate. Speaking ahead of the match, Mkwasa said his players have prepared well and could cause an upset against one of the continent’s powerhouse. “My players are preparing for the game in very good conditions and are looking forward to represent their country at home against Algeria,” said Mkwasa. “I remain convinced that we are capable of catching them out as the players have been very receptive.” TP Mazembe’s Mbwana Samatta and Thomas Ulimwengu could be vital for the hosts, especially after being crowned African champions as they won the CAF Champions League. Meanwhile, the visitors have been boosted by the return of goalkeeper Raïs M’Bolhi, defenders Aïssa Mandi and Djamel Mesbah, as well as midfielders Adlène Guedioura and Nabil Bentaleb who are all back with Christian Gourcuff’s side. Gourcuff will lead his charges with one thing in mind, to erase their 1-0 friendly loss against Guinea and their win over Senegal could inspire them. In last year’s tournament in Brazil, Algeria surprised many by finishing in the knockout stages and will want to reach Russia come 2018. The match is set to kick off at 13:30 at Dar-es-Salaam’s Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium on Saturday and the return match will be staged in Algiers on Tuesday next week. [/b] africanfootball.com/news/584179/Tanzania-out-to-stun-Algeria |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 4:07pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
thegoodjoehunt3: I did love him to win many awards in EPL, even before the year rounds up. Its been a while, a Nigerian did that. Now that he has come this far, its now his time to shine. The Coach has really done a very good job with Ighalo. How I wish some of our promising talents can also have the opportunity of growing and been groomed by experienced Coaches, to bring out the best in them. Ighalo was not this prolific in front of goal, when he was in Spain with Granada. Hope a miracle happens very soon for Isaac Success to get this same rare opportunity. This should't be a topic on this thread, but the U23 thread, but for the fact that, he is also Super Eagles bound, I have to mention it here. |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by thegoodjoehunt3(m): 4:11pm On Nov 10, 2015*. Modified: 5:01pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
Orkpekyandega:Isaac Success case bothers me because he signed a contract extension which keeps him longer at Granada. That also makes it difficult for another club to sign him. I hope a club rescues that guy because he has loads of talent. If not the poor performances of the Granada players, Success should be in the Super Eagles camp. I hope Mancini and Inter Milan comes back for him. 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 4:57pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
Orkpekyandega: Imoh Ezekiel's form has not really improved, since he came back from that Qatar. That money influenced contract of his didn't help matters at all. He just needs to up his game in order to have a look in by the national team handlers. Before his suden move to Qatari side Al-Arabi SC, he was banging in goals any how, now the goals have almost gone dry. Our players must choose agents wisesly, not the ones who are after money bads, but their overall success in the round leather game. Now can he still regain back his form? Thats a question for another day. 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 5:21pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
Tomtoxic: Moses Simon, to me is not a good contender for the award, because his form after the U20 FIFA World Cup has not been that impressive. He is not in contention for now, to me. If only Pellegri had allowed Kelechi Iheanacho to enjoy some good playing time, the guy would have been a good contender for the award. But for now lets watch and see how the whole drama will play out. |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 5:44pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
Orkpekyandega: This Brown Ideye of a guy is seriously bargaining for a possible call up to the national team. He is one of the Super Eagles players with the most consistent performance with their clubsides. A technical player like Ideye, whose striker partner could benefit from his space opening runs must not be left out for so long. I still believe he has a lot to offer to the Super Eagles, if called up by Coach Sunday Oliseh in our Subsequent matches. Atleast, he can make a good bench for us. His defensive abilities are never in doubt. He never gets tired even when his mates do. He works for the team even when his offensive moves do not result to a goal. CC:Icon4s pls beg Oga Coach Sunday Oliseh to invite this guy. |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Icon4s(m): 6:59pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
terzurum5:Hahaha, y will I beg Sunday Oliseh. The team of Super Eagles scouts are watching. If Oliseh sees a need for him in d team he will do d needful. But I personally think he has done enough to b given a second chance. If some1 like Odion Ighalo can resurrect and b banging in goals, Ideye can still do it. He can fit into d supporting striker role jst like Iheanacho and Silvester Igboun.So u see we are blessed with options in dat position already. 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 8:07pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Swaziland Draft In Women’s Coach For Super Eagles Clash [/size] By Adeboye Amosu: Swaziland have drafted in their women's national team coach, Anthony Mdluli, to help put their goalkeepers in proper shape ahead of Friday's 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture against Nigeria, reports Comple tesportsnigeria.com. The gaffer who is also a qualified goalkeeper coach is expected to work with the Shilangu goalkeeping coach, Shipo Dube. Swaziland currently have four goalkeepers in the 21-man team that is preparing for the game at the National Football Association Technical Centre. Head coach of the side, Harries Bulunga, believes Mdluli's presence and vast knowledge of the game will put his team in good stead ahead of the tie. "As you can see Mdluli has been added and he will be assisting the goalkeepers. He is a qualified and well trained goalkeeper coach," Bulunga told times.co.sz. Swaziland will host the Super Eagles at the Somholo National Stadium on Friday. It will be the first meeting between both countries. The return leg comes up next Tuesday at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt. [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/swaziland-draft-in-womens-coach-for-super-eagles-clash/ |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 8:12pm On Nov 10, 2015*. Modified: 8:35pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] 21 Eagles Train For Swaziland; Martins, Onazi Expected [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/IMG_20151110_163520.jpg As at Tuesday afternoon, Sunday Oliseh was expecting only three players in the Super Eagles camp as preparations were intensified for Friday’s 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Swaziland in Lobamba on Friday. The Nigeria Football Federation lists those in camp as including captain Ahmed Musa, goalkeepers Carl Ikeme, Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Dele Alampasu, defenders Efe Ambrose, Austin Oboroakpo, Chima Akas, Jamiu Alimi, Kalu Orji, Godfrey Oboabona, Wilfred Ndidi and Elderson Echiejile, midfielders Paul Onobi, Mikel Obi, Sylvester Igbonu and Rabiu Ibrahim, and forwards Odion Ighalo, Ezekiel Bassey, Kelechi Iheanacho, Alex Iwobi and Moses Simon. Portugal-based defender Abdullahi Shehu, midfielder Ogenyi Onazi and US-based forward Obafemi Martins were being expected on Tuesday night. The strike embarked upon by workers of Lufthansa Airlines delayed the arrival of most of the players, as the Nigeria Football Federation had to quickly re-book players on British Airways. Officials of the National Football Association of Swaziland confirmed to the NFF on Tuesday that landing permit for the chartered flight, which will fly the Nigeria delegation to Swaziland, has been secured. The ARIK Air Boeing 737-800 aircraft is expected to depart from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja at 7am on Thursday, and will land at the Matsapha International Airport by 2pm same day. Super Eagles’ players and officials will stay at The Sun Hotels, while the official training at the Somhlolo National Stadium, Lobamba has been set for 7pm on Thursday. The match between the Super Eagles and the Sihlangu Somnikati will kick off at 7pm on Friday, 13th November, with Germain Koole of Benin Republic as the referee. He will be assisted by compatriots Bienvenu Dina, Sena Ulrich Houedin and Gustave Eugene Tohouegnon as assistant 1, assistant 2 and fourth official respectively. Mohamed Bahou from Morocco will be the referee assessor with Zambian Joseph Nkole as match commissioner. The Nigeria delegation will depart Swaziland immediately after the match and fly direct to Port Harcourt. Both teams will clash in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, 17th November, with the winner going straight into the 20-team, mini-league phase beginning next year. [/b] www.completesportsnigeria.com/21-eagles-train-for-swaziland-martins-onazi-expected-2/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by TheSuperNerd(m): 8:20pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
@ Sir Orkpekyandega **Smiling** You know what Sir? I'm already salivating.......... *winks* Mikel, Iheanacho, Ighalo, Moses Simon, Ahmed Musa and more in the same team?? Chaiiiii!!!!!!! This "meal" being prepared by Oliseh is giving off a "sweet aroma"...... Hopefully, "it" tastes better than or at least matches this "aroma sweetness"..........*smiles* And to think there are other "ingredients" one can still add like Success Isaac, Victor Moses, And other up-and-coming Super talents plus experienced legs like Ideye...... Hmmmm.......... (And observing the steady but "exciting" rise of other players of the Super Class of UAE 2013 and this Chile 2015 "unique" class---give "the 2015 set" about 2-3 yrs....) All I can say is this: ""WE'RE VERY CLOSE TO THE "FULL" MATURATION OF NIGERIA'S GOLDEN GENERATION. ANOTHER GOLDEN GENERATION IS HERE BUT STILL NEEDS "A LITTLE MORE TIME" TO FULLY MATURE......... Honestly, I'm excited"" The Nigerian Soccer project is here to stay....... I don't care about the current fifa rankings (even though that will come in handy in "determining" who we face in the 3rd round of the Caf zone Fifa world cup qualifiers). Soon, we will return to where we "truly" belong...... No.1 in Africa both by Rankings and by More Afcon titles..........*smiles* Among the Top 10 in the world........ And hopefully, we will lift that "elusive" World title........ "One day" One day..... "Just" one day.......*smiles* God bless Nigeria........ 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 8:41pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
[size=14pt] Echiejile Eager For Swaziland Vs Super Eagles Action [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Eagles-Training1.jpg By James Agberebi: AS Monaco defender Elderson Echiejile has stated that he is focused on helping the Super Eagles beat Swaziland in Friday's 2018 World Cup qualifier. Echiejile alongside Mikel Obi, Kelechi Iheanacho and Odion Ighalo, hit the Eagles Bolton White Hotels and Apartments Tuesday morning. He also expressed his delight at joining up with his international team-mates for the Swaziland game. "Feels good to see my Super Eagles team-mates. Looking forward to both games against Swaziland," Echiejile wrote on his Twitter handle on Tuesday. The 2018 World Cup qualifier between Swaziland and Nigeria will take place inside the Somhlolo National Stadium on Friday. www.completesportsnigeria.com/echiejile-eager-for-swaziland-vs-super-eagles-action/ |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 9:06pm On Nov 10, 2015 |
TheSuperNerd: Yea I can seeeeeeeeee. Another area am so excited about is the fact that, our players, especially at the youth level are in safe hands. Amunike's Coaching at the just concluded FIFA U17 World Cup leaves most of the Coaches with a lot of work to do. I can imagine all of them re-studying Nigeria's script to unravel the mystery behind Emmanuel Amunike's tactics. Manu Garba, Nduka Ugbade, Samson Siasia and Amoo, are other personalities we can trust in raising stars for the future. In Coach Sunday Oliseh, I see a very thirsty and hungery for success Coach, highly devoted and ready to carve a name for himself and the nation. If we can sustain this culture of harnessing, raising and developing talents for our cadet teams, then, in not too far season, the senior FIFA World Cup may come to Naija. 2 Likes |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by confun: 11:25am On Nov 11, 2015 |
thegoodjoehunt3:honestly, I really wish he is rescued, dt guy is good abeg, has so much talents. 2 Likes |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Nobody: 1:14pm On Nov 11, 2015 |
eagles camp is now full with every player reported to camp. 2 Likes |
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