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| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 8:08pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Fanendo Adi in action as Portland Timbers make history Biyi Akangbe [/size] https://linapps.s3.amazonaws.com/linapps/photomojo/koin.com/photos/2015/12/g39753-portland-timbers-win-first-ever-mls-cup/672354-portland-timbers-win-first-ever-mls-cup-e0198.jpg Fanendo Adi was in action for 90 minutes on Sunday night as Portland Timbers beat Columbus Crew 2 - 1 at the MAPFRE Stadium to win their first - ever MLS Cup. All the goals were scored during an 17 - minute spell in the first half, with Argentinian midfielder Diego Valeri netting the quickest goal in the history of the MLS Cup in the 27th second. Rodney Wallace doubled the lead in the 7th minute butKei Ansu Kamara pulled a goal back ten minutes later when heshot through Powell’s legs on the goal line. On 70 minutes, Fanendo Adi would have tallied his 19th goal of the season, only for his header to hit the right post. Portland Timbers had 8 shots on goal, with their Nigerian striker accounting for 3 while 2 of his efforts missed target. www.soccernet.com.ng/2015/12/fanendo-adi-in-action-as-portland.html [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 8:16pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] CHAN 2016: Oliseh invites Salami, 25 others for tournament Biyi Akangbe [/size] https://static.pulse.ng/img/incoming/origs4115329/2486369823-w644-h960/Sunday-Oliseh-with-some-home-based-Super-Eagles-players.png Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh has named a 26-man squad led by Nigeria league hotshot Gbolahan Salami for training camp ahead of next year’s CHAN in Rwanda. Salami was Goal King of the past season with 17 goals for league runners-up Warri Wolves. Also called up are regulars Kalu Orji, Austin Oboroakpo, Jamiu Alimi (defenders), midfielders Ifeanyi Mathew, Paul Onobi, Usman Mohammed and Bature Yaro, forwards Ezekiel Bassey, Tunde Adeniji, Chisom Chikatara and Prince Aggrey, and goalkeepers Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Olufemi Thomas. The Super Eagles ‘B’ team have already been drawn into Group C of the competition reserved for players featuring in their home leagues alongside Niger Republic, Tunisia and Guinea, with matches to be played at the Stade Regional Nyamirambo in Kigali. Invited players have been directed to report at the Bolton White Apartments, Wuse Zone 7, Abuja, on Monday, 14th December. Nigeria won the bronze medal at the last African Nations Championship held in South Africa in early 2014. The 4th edition runs between 16th January and 7th February, 2016. THE FULL LIST Goalkeepers:Ikechukwu Ezenwa (Sunshine Stars); Olufemi Thomas (Enyimba FC); David Obiazor (Heartland FC); Okemute Odah (Warri Wolves) Defenders: Kalu Orji (Enugu Rangers); Austin Oboroakpo (Warri Wolves); Jamiu Alimi (Shooting Stars); Mathew Etim (Enugu Rangers); Stephen Eze (Sunshine Stars); Chima Akas (Sharks FC); Chris Madaki (Giwa FC) Midfielders: Ifeanyi Mathew (El-Kanemi Warriors); Paul Onobi (Sunshine Stars); Usman Mohammed (FC Taraba); Bature Yaro (Nasarawa United); Osas Okoro (Enugu Rangers); Bartholomew Ibenegbu (Warri Wolves); Julius Ubido (Heartland FC); Ibrahim Salawa Attah (Shooting Stars); Christian Madu (Enugu Rangers) Forwards: Ezekiel Bassey (Enyimba FC); Gbolahan Salami (Warri Wolves); Tunde Adeniji (Sunshine Stars); Bright Onyedikachi (FC IfeanyiUbah); Chisom Chikatara (Abia Warriors); Prince Aggrey (Sunshine Stars) www.soccernet.com.ng/2015/12/chan-2016-oliseh-invites-salami-25.html [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 8:28pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Ighalo blames frustration for pulling shirt after goal [/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_26_February_1_580x473.jpg Ighalo by Samm Audu Nigeria striker Odion Ighalo has revealed he was frustrated before he netted his last-gasp goal for Watford at home against Norwich City and that was why he celebrated by pulling off his shirt when he finally scored. Watford won 2-0 on Saturday, but before then Ighalo missed several chances and even had a goal cancelled for offside even though television replays later showed that effort should have stood. The 26-year-old Ighalo celebrated by pulling his shirt and earning a yellow card with the Nigeria striker saying he did so because he was frustrated before the goal. “I was frustrated because I should have scored at least three goals before I did, including a good goal which was ruled out for offside,” he revealed. Ighalo has now scored nine goals for Watford in the English Premier League. africanfootball.com//news/591589/Ighalo-blames-frustration-for-pulling-shirt-after-goal [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 8:57pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Emenike happy to get Al Ain president to celebrate [/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_29_August_2_580x473.jpg Emenike Emmanuel Emenike has said he is delighted he got the president of Al Ain to celebrate on his goal-scoring return on Saturday after a 3-0 spanking of Al Ahli. The former Spartak Moscow forward returned to Al Ain starting line-up after two weeks on the sidelines due to injury and he said he was happy to make the club president celebrate after his goal. “It’s always good to score goals, I am glad to return with this kind of performance," Emenike gushed. “My job is to score goals. I always work hard on daily basis to achieve that, I am really happy to help my team get an important win with a goal and assist. “The opponents are a good side but it was a perfect game for us because we know the importance of getting the three points. “Every goal is important, but the team’s effort and positive result is my utmost priority in every game. Even if I don’t score, I always want my team to win and put all my effort in games to win. As for me, my team's glory is my glory too and this is a team with good players, so I believe I can work for the team and for other players to score goals.” Emenike was happy to put smile on his club's president's face after he celebrated his goal. “The fans were happy, the president was overjoyed, he said that he’s always happy whenever we win, so we need to work harder and keep him smiling. I am happy to make him smile and celebrate,” he said. He has scored five goals in seven league games for Al Ain. africanfootball.com/news/591397/Emenike-happy-to-get-Al-Ain-president-to-celebrate [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 9:01pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[size=14pt] AF Nigeria Nigeria Premier League 2015 South Africa CHAN Eagles now to train in South Africa [/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_25_Nov_4.jpg CHAN Eagles star Paul Onobi Nigeria will now train in Pretoria, South Africa, to prepare for next year’s CHAN in Rwanda as against a proposal by coach Sunday Oliseh to set up a training camp in Tanzania. Officials said the change was necessitated because Tanzania do not have a standard artificial pitch, which will be what will be used in Rwanda. The Eagles are expected to set up a training base in Pretoria later this month. Nigeria are appearing for their second CHAN after they debuted at the tournament reserved for players featuring in their various home leagues. They are drawn alongside Niger, Tunisia and Guinea. The competition kicks off on January 16 in Kigali. africanfootball.com/news/591583/CHAN-Eagles-now-to-train-in-South-Africa 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 9:05pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Ujah rescues Bremen, Sunday Mba scores in Turkey [/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_29_August_2_580x473.jpg Sunday Mba scores again in Turkey Anthony Ujah was the hero for German Bundesliga side Werder Bremen on Sunday when he scored to salvage a point at Vfb Stuttgart, while Sunday Mba was also on target in Turkey. Ujah scored the equaliser in the 71st minute in a game that ended 1-1. Werder Bremen are now 15th on the League table with 14 points from 15 games. The former Mainz and Cologne striker has now scored seven goals this season. And in Turkey, AFCON 2013 hero Sunday Mba scored a goal for his Turkish second-tier league team Yeni Malatyaspor on Sunday as they lost 3-1 at home to Adana Demirspor. Yeni Malatyaspor are 13th on the league table with 17 points from 14 games. The Jos-born midfielder opened the scoring in the seventh minute to send home fans into excitement. The 27-year-old player has now scored three goals in the league for his side. His last goal was on 19th October in 2-1 win at Guresunspor. africanfootball.com/news/591439/Ujah-rescues-Bremen-Sunday-Mba-scores-in-Turkey [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 9:16pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] West Ham boss laments Victor Moses injury [/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/v5peil1ra9gk18z01thv1b2hj.jpg West Ham's Victor Moses is injured again West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic has disclosed that the injury to Nigeria international Victor Moses is a big blow to the team as his absence will leave a big vacuum in the team's attack if he stayed long by the sidelines. The former Wigan Athletic forward suffered a hamstring injury on Saturday while in action for West Ham against Manchester United. "It's still too early [to tell with Moses], but it doesn't look good again. It's a hamstring - he felt it and we had to take him off,” said Bilic told the West Ham official website "It's a big blow for us, but we have to stay positive as some of the players maybe have a chance of being back for the Stoke game. If not Stoke, then Swansea." If Moses is ruled out for a considerable period of time, it will seriously weaken West Ham’s attacking options. africanfootball.com/news/591580/West-Ham-boss-laments-Victor-Moses-injury [/b] |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 9:22pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Egypt to play three friendly games ahead of Nigeria clashes [/size] [img]http://english.ahram.org.eg/Media/News/2015/12/7/2015-635851157369043200-904.jpg[/img] Egypt's Mostafa Fathi )C( is tackled by Chad's Beadoum Monde as his teammate Abdallah Saied )R( watches on during the World Cup qualifying football match between Egypt and Chad in Borg El-Arab near Egypt's northern port city of Alexandria on November 17, 2015 Egypt will prepare their upcoming clashes against Nigeria in the Nations Cup qualifiers with three friendly games, the Egyptian Football Association )EFA( said on their official website on Monday. The Pharaohs will face Burkina Faso twice on 24 and 28 January in Cairo, while the third game is set to be played in February against Romania or Uzbekistan as the specific opponents are not yet determined. Egypt will face Nigeria twice on 23 and 27 March respectively in the Nations Cup qualifiers. The seven-time African champions, who missed the last three editions of the Nations Cup, are at the top of their group with six points with two ahead of the second placed Nigeria. english.ahram.org.eg/6/NewsContent/6/52/172881/Sports/National-Teams/Egypt-to-play-three-friendly-games-ahead-of-Nigeri.aspx [/b] |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by terzurum5(op): 9:27pm On Dec 07, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Nigeria: Two Attributes Will Lead Eagles to Russia 2018 - Abbey [/size] By Mansur Abubakar Former Super Eagles defender George Abbey has allayed the growing fears among Nigeria's football lovers of Super Eagles getting a tough draw in the final qualification draw for the Russia 2018 World Cup, saying respect for opponents and good preparations are the two elements that will see Sunday Oliseh's team through. FIFA is expected to make the draws mid next year but Nigerian fans, have foreseen a tough draw for the Eagles, based on the lowly ratings of the national team in the world rankings and African brackets, with five time African champions Egypt, three time winners Cameroun and defending victors Ivory Coast all mentioned as possible opponents. "The teams being mentioned all possess very good players and will all want to be at the World Cup. I don't think we should fear any of those teams, we should respect them and prepare accordingly. It doesn't matter who we come up against, it is going to be very tough but I believe we also have very good players who will rise to the occasion." The fitness coach told Fever Pitch yesterday. The African countries that successfully made it to the last round are Gabon, Zambia, Uganda, DR Congo, Morocco, Guinea, Libya, Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria, Congo, Egypt, South Africa, Ivory Coast, Tunisia, Burkina Faso, Algeria, Cape Verde, Senegal and Mali. They are expected to be grouped into four teams of five groups. The teams will play home and away matches at the end of which a team will qualify for the World Cup from the each of the five groups. Pinnick, however, maintained that the NFF is not worried about the seeding for the last round of the qualifiers and won't lose sleep over who the opponents of the Eagles would be after the draws. "Our concern is to prepare the senior national team for the group stage of the qualifiers. We believe that all the 20 teams that made the last stage are African super powers who merited their qualifications. "So the best we can do is to prepare the Eagles for the task ahead and ensure that Nigeria qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup" Pinnick said while in Lagos recently. allafrica.com/stories/201512071670.html [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by joseph1013: 10:18am On Dec 09, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt]OLISEH NOT JOINING CHAN EAGLES IN NIGERIA - OFFICIAL[/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_22_November_4.jpg It can exclusively be revealed that Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh will not be joining up with the team when they resume training camp for next year’s CHAN as he continues to recover from a virus infection. Gbolahan Salami leads league stars to CHAN camp Twenty six players of the home-based Eagles will resume training in Abuja on Monday, December 14, ahead of the CHAN in Rwanda in January. However, a top official informed Oliseh will only join up with the Eagles in South Africa when they set up training camp there later this month by which time he would have fully recovered. “Oliseh will not come to Nigeria as he is still recovering from illness in Belgium. He will now join the Eagles in South Africa when they begin training camp there,” disclosed the official. Oliseh himself has admitted he has not fully recovered from a virus infection, which has seen him lose weight dramatically. The illness forced him to miss the CHAN Eagles second leg qualifier in Burkina Faso. Assistant coach Salisu Yusuf is expected to lead the team in the absence of Oliseh as he did in Ouagadougou. http://africanfootball.com/news/592155/Oliseh-not-joining-CHAN-Eagles-in-Nigeria-official [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by joseph1013: 10:25am On Dec 09, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt]DEENEY AND I CAN KEEP WATFORD UP - IGHALO[/size] https://africanfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_10_September_1.jpg Nigeria international Odion Ighalo has said he believes been fit alongside strike partner Troy Deeney will keep Watford afloat in the EPL this season. The former Udinese striker reckoned his blossoming partnership with the team captain is one of the reasons for the club's performance. The two strikers have 14 goals between them this season, Ighalo with nine goals and Deeney with five goals as both scored 41 goals last season to take the team up to EPL. "We played with each other in the Championship last season and we were great. I scored 20 and he scored 21. We've been working hard every day and I know we've been causing defenders serious problems. We know if we keep fit and doing this we'll stay up," he told London Evening Express. “The coach is giving me belief and he is happy with the work-rate I am putting into the game. “I’ve scored nine now but I don’t want to stop there. I want to keep on working hard and scoring goals.” http://africanfootball.com/news/591981/Deeney-and-I-can-keep-Watford-up-Ighalo[/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by TheGoodJoe(m): 2:15pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
joseph1013:Get well soon Coach Oliseh. Our hearts and prayers are with you. 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 4:40pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Nigerian Fanendo Adi Earns MLS Cup Crown By Peter Pedroncell [/size] https://d22atgph1ebwrd.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/21/2015/12/Fanendo-Adi-620x350.jpg Fanendo Adi - mlssoccer.com Nigerian attacker Fanendo Adi represented Africa with pride over the weekend as his Portland Timbers side beat Columbus Crew 2-1 in the final to secure the Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup 2015 title. The win ensured that the Portland Timbers become the first Pacific Northwest team to win the MLS Cup, entering the feat into the record books. The Nigerian striker did not manage to get on the scoresheet in the encounter, but he had two excellent opportunities saved by Columbus Crew goalkeeper Steve Clark in the 70th and 90th minutes. Thankfully, however, his contribution was an important one, and his team-mates capitalised on their chances. A first minute strike from Diego Valeri was followed up by a goal from Rodney Wallace in the seventh minute, ensuring that the Timbers enjoyed a 2-0 lead early on. Columbus Crew would find a first half goal to put pressure on the Timbers, as Sierra Leone talent Kai Kamara scored in the 18th minute, but it would prove nothing more than a consolation goal for Kamara’s side, as the Timbers lifted the cup. Adi is not a well-known striker in his homeland, but excellent performances at his MLS club ensure that this fact will no doubt change over the course of the next year, with the physically imposing 25-year-old already making a name for himself in the American top flight. http://afkinsider.com/107968/nigerian-fanendo-adi-earns-mls-cup-crown/ [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 4:46pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
[size=14pt] Vincent Enyeama: The Forgotten King of Clean Sheets? [/size] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeWBnxKUWIs This Video Shows A Glimpse Into Enyeama’s Performances For Lille (Courtesy of ImEniGM4 - See more at: http://afkinsider.com/97850/nigerias-enyeama-to-retire-after-2017-afcon/#sthash.3gADzvNI.dpuf 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 4:53pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Nigeria: Musa Laments Goal Drought for Club, Country [/size] Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa said that his inability to find the back of the net in 15 games for club and country is worrisome. He told his club CSKA Moscow website that it was a shame that his goal scoring has deserted him. He has played 11 games before yesterday's Championships League clash against PSV and four games for the Super Eagles without scoring. "I am no longer a scorer, it's a pretty painful subject. I have nothing to say. Myself, it's a shame that so many matches I can not score," says Musa to CSKA Moscow's official website, pfc - cska.com. "But it's not that I do not want to score or go all out on the field. I am doing everything possible, just that the ball does not go into the net." The Super Eagles skipper last hit target in a competitive fixture in CSKA Moscow's 2 - 0 win over Dinamo Moscow on October 4. http://allafrica.com/stories/201512090038.html [/b] |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 4:56pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Nigeria coach Oliseh summons 26 players for CHAN 2016 [/size] By: Peter Kamasa CHAN POOLS: Group A: Rwanda, Côte d’Ivoire, Morocco, Gabon Group B: DRC, Ethiopia, Cameroon, Angola Group C: Tunisia, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria Group D: Zimbabwe, Zambia, Uganda, Mali Nigeria national team head coach, Sunday Oliseh, has named a 26-man squad to start training ahead of next year’s CHAN in Rwanda, from January 16 to February 7. According to tribuneonlineng.com, the team led by Nigeria league hotshot award winner, Gbolahan Salami, emerged the top scorer of the just-ended Glo Premier League season with 17 goals for Warri Wolves, which finished second behind Enyimba. The selected players include; Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Thomas Olufemi (goalkeepers), Kalu Orji, Austin Oboroakpo, Jamiu Alimi (defenders), Ifeanyi Mathew, Paul Onobi, Usman Mohammed and Bature Yaro (midfielders), Ezekiel Bassey, Tunde Adeniji, Chisom Chikatara and Prince Aggrey (forwards). The Super Eagles team ‘B’ has been drawn into group C alongside Niger, Tunisia and Guinea, with matches to be played at the Kigali Regional Stadium, Nyamirambo. Rwanda, who didn’t have to go through the rigors of qualifying courtesy of being hosts, are in Group A along with Cote d’Ivoire, Morocco and Gabon. African Nations Championship has been designed for players featuring in their home leagues. Nigeria won the bronze medal at the last African Nations Championship held in South Africa in early 2014, the fourth edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN). http://www.newtimes.co.rw/section/article/2015-12-09/195143/ [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 5:02pm On Dec 09, 2015*. Modified: 5:22pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Iwobi Trains With Arsenal First Team Ahead Of Showdown With Olympiakos [/size] https://www.allnigeriasoccer.com/football_pics/93438Iwobi.jpg Alex Iwobi is in contention to be fielded against Olympiakos on Wednesday night in the UEFA Champions League. The Nigeria international was one of the seven youngsters that trained with the Gunners first team at London Colney on Tuesday morning ahead of their trip to Greece to face the Super League champs. The likes of Mikel Arteta, Jack Wilshere, Alexis Sánchez, Danny Welbeck and Santi Cazorla were not on the plane to Greece and there is a strong likelihood that Iwobi will make the 18 - man squad tomorrow night. If that is the case, it would be his second appearance in the Champions League if he is given a run - out at the Karaiskakis Stadium. Iwobi featured for six minutes in Arsenal’s 5 - 1 loss to Bayern Munich in the penultimate round. http://www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=17177 [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 5:02pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Madu ecstatic over first Nigeria call by George Akpayen [/size] https://images.supersport.com/2015/12/Christian-Madu.jpg Enugu Rangers midfielder Christian Madu is over the moon following his debut call by Nigeria to prepare for the 2016 Chan in Rwanda. It was a mixture of delight and surprise for Madu when got the call to join the Nigerian men's national team, the Super Eagles. However, he quickly picked himself up from the unexpected news to recognise that though the good news is coming just days before Christmas, the national selectors are no Santa Claus. "To be honest I am so happy with the news" said Madu to supersport.com. "It is not that I don't see myself good enough to make the team but I am a bit surprised by it. Right now I know it is going to be serious work when the camp opens. So I must work very hard to impress the coaches." The 22-year-old midfielder is ready to forfeit the festive holidays to honour the national call. He also recognises that it will be a combination of battling for a place in the Chan squad and a learning curve from the Super Eagles coaches. "It will be an opportunity for me to be part of the camp, and I hope I can impress because there are so many good players in the squad. I will also go there with the mind to learn," he said. Madu does have quite an impressive list of midfielders to compete against when the camp opens next week Monday. Paul Onobi, Ifeanyi Matthew, Usman Mohammed, Bature Yaro, Osas Okoro, Ikechukwu Ibenegbu, Julius Ubido and Ibrahim Salawu are the other midfielders named in Nigeria's preliminary squad for the African Nations Championship (Chan). http://www.supersport.com/football/super-eagles/news/151208/Madu_ecstatic_over_first_Nigeria_call [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 5:25pm On Dec 09, 2015 |
[size=14pt] Ideye: People In England Want Olympiacos To Beat Arsenal [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/index2.png Olympiacos forward Brown Ideye has revealed that his Greek side have been getting support from England ahead of their crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal. Olympiacos just need a draw or a 2-1 defeat to progress into the first knockout phase. Nigerian star Ideye said Olympiacos will not sit back against Arsenal. “They're here to attack and score goals,” he told the Standard. "We can't wait for them, we must attack first. We respect them – they are a great side.” “I've had phone calls from friends in England who really want us to win. Everybody is behind us. “I took my family to a shop and people wouldn’t leave us alone, urging us to win.” En savoir plus sur http://www.completesportsnigeria.com/ideye-people-england-olympiacos-beat-arsenal/#awXBxbB9H0jyFxZp.99 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 6:38am On Dec 10, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Nigerian Champions League starlet would be perfect for Tottenhamby Rucker Haringey Follow @@RuckerHaringey [/size] Tottenham is reported to be scouring Gent striker Laurent Depoitre, but they should also be looking at his teammate Moses Simon I tuned in to the Champions League clash pitting Gent versus Zenit with the express purpose to watch rumored Tottenham striker target Laurent Depoitre. As I watched, my eyes were increasingly drawn towards one of his teammates. Speedy Nigerian winger Moses Simon seems like a perfect fit for Mauricio Pochettino. Most in the media believe that Tottenham scouts were in attendance for Gent’s match today in order to further evaluate Depoitreas a potential striker alternative to Harry Kane. I certainly can see the attraction in the six-foot, four-inch striker who can really bother opposing defenses as a target man. I’m sure Pochettino was happy that his scouts were there to see the hulking Belgian but I don’t think it was their central mission. Their central mission was much more likely to be Simon. He is only 20-years-old and better fits the model that Pochettino has applied to Tottenham transfer policy during his tenure as manager. Against Zenit, he showcased electrifying pace and really good quality in the final third. He created significant width for Gent and gave Depoitre good service. In short, he’s the prototypical winger that Tottenham lacks at the moment. He’s really everything Spurs wish that Andros Townsend would be. He’s fast, has a strong work rate and can put in a wicked cross. Townsend obviously hasn’t found a way to harness his talent on the field and seems destined for a ticket out of North London. If he goes, the young Nigerian would be an ideal replacement. Tottenham has been reported to have interest in the lightning fast winger previously as well. Back in October, the Mirror reportedthat Tottenham had a longstanding interest in Simon and were simply monitoring Depoitre. It’s funny that just a few months later similar media sources now report that it’s the opposite. Let me be clear, I wouldn’t mind having Depoitre as well. He would give us a qualified backup option at striker and his game is different enough from Harry Kane’s to serve as a true plan B. He’s skillful both with his head and feet and could be a real tough customer for opposing Premier League defenders. The downside to him is that he’s already 27-years-old which doesn’t exactly fit with Tottenham’s transfer policy as of late. Under Pochettino, Spurs have clearly committed to buying youth players and bringing them into the first team. It would be very easy to see him sanctioning a purchase for Simon and integrating him immediately into the senior squad. Moses Simon might just be the next youngster Tottenham purchases and turns into a star. playingfor90.com/2015/12/09/nigerian-champions-league-starlet-would-be-perfect-for-tottenham/ [/b] |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 2:29pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] NFF condole Keshi on wife's death [/size] https://africanfootball.com//bp_images/2015/12/Stephen_Keshi_Nigeria.jpg Stephen Keshi-Bereaved The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have condoled the country’s former coach Stephen Keshi on the death of his wife Kate. NFF president Amaju Pinnick spoke at length with Keshi over the phone on Thursday afternoon, as news of the tragic incident filtered into the public space. It was confirmed on Thursday that Kate, 54, died on Wednesday night in far away United States of America, after a brief illness. “This is devastating. To lose a spouse is the equivalent of a tragedy. I pray that Almighty God will give you and the children the fortitude to bear this huge loss,” Pinnick told Keshi over the phone. The ‘Big Boss,’ who captained Nigeria for over 10 years, in the process winning the Africa Cup of Nations gold, silver and bronze, coached the squad to a third African title in South Africa early 2013. He was in charge of the Super Eagles between November 2011 and June 2015, during which he also led the team to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup finals in Brazil. “Keshi is a Nigerian hero and we mourn deeply with him at this time. This has come like a big blow, but we pray that he receives divine strength to cope with the situation, and we also pray that the Almighty God will grant the departed eternal rest,” Pinnick added. http://africanfootball.com/news/592715/NFF-condole-Keshi-on-wife-s-death [/b] 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 2:29pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[size=14pt] Bright Dike hopeful of MLS return [/size] https://africanfootball.com//bp_images/2015/12/bright_dike_2.jpg Bright Dike eyes a return to the MLS after he was released by the Toronto FC Nigeria striker Bright Dike has said he is hopeful of featuring again in the Major League Soccer (MLS) next year after he missed a better part of the 2015 season when he was released by Toronto FC. Dike, who is among the players eligible for Re-Entry Draft by MLS board, is waiting for the opportunity to return to the top league for the coming season. "I am thankful that the last time I had to sit out of a practice was August 2014 about a year and half ago. Hopefully an opportunity awaits," Dike tweeted. The 28-year-old forward has played for Indiana Invaders, Portland Timbers and San Antonio Scorpions. http://africanfootball.com/news/592782/Bright-Dike-hopeful-of-MLS-return 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by TheGoodJoe(m): 2:33pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
My heart goes out to Coach Stephen Keshi. I pray God gives him and his family the strength to bear the loss of his heart. They Strong Super Hero of the Super Eagles. |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 2:40pm On Dec 11, 2015*. Modified: 3:05pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] MLS champion Adi: Oliseh has assured me of Eagles chance [/size] https://mtnfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_11_Dec_3.jpg Adi (right) celebrates MLS Cup triumph with Portland Timbers Fanendo Adi, who won the MLS Cup 2015 with Portland Timbers, has revealed he has spoken with Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh, who has assured him he will soon be called up on the back of his exploits in the United States of America. Benue State-born Adi netted 19 goals this season for Portland to clinch a historic MLS triumph. “I am hopeful (I will be called up by Nigeria). I have talked with the coach and he has assured me I will get my time,” he said. Adi, who has also featured in Slovenia, was a few years ago called up by the Nigeria Olympic team. With a year left on his contract with Portland Timbers, Adi said he will rule out a move away from MLS before the expiration of his contract. Speculations have linked him with a move to England, Italy or Mexico. “I have been hearing the rumours, but there is nothing official yet,” he said. “I still have contract with Portland Timbers, but we will look into any offers.” http://mtnfootball.com/news/592797/MLS-champion-Adi-Oliseh-has-assured-me-of-Eagles-chance [/b] CC: Forgiveness, Joseph1013, Icon4s, TheGoodJoe, Krattos, Mikron, Terzurum5, Why do we seem to give this guy less publicity after he has done so much in the MLS  1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 2:50pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Fanendo Adi shines and shines [/size] https://mtnfootball.com/bp_images/2015/12/Samm_11_Dec_1_1.jpg MLS champion Adi - Proudly Nigerian Nigerian striker Fanendo Adi talks on his history-making MLS championship-winning season with Portland Timbers. The Interview: QUESTION: Congratulations on winning the MLS Cup, what does it mean to you? FANENDO ADI: Thank you. It means a lot to me, my family, the city of Portland, players and everybody who have one thing or the other to do with the club. Did you actually see your team winning against Columbus Crew when the final was about to start? Having beaten them in the league, we had the confidence that we could do it again. We knew it was going to be a tough and difficult game and was what we experienced in the game. We worked hard and got the goals. How was it when the final whistle was sounded and you won? It was a big win and big moment of our lives. We celebrated the feat overnight in Columbus. https://africanfootball.com//bp_images/2015/12/Samm_11_Dec_2.jpg Fanendo Adi goes for goal for Portland Timbers in the MLS. What can you say about the reception in Portland? On arrival at the airport on Tuesday, it was massive as we were welcomed by thousands of fans. I haven't witnessed such in my life. It was an unbelievable atmosphere. That was a moment the club will forever remember, it was an amazing feeling. Which moment do you cherished most in all of these? There were lots of crowd at the parade with lots of police preventing them from getting to us at some points. Seeing big fans following and appreciating us, got tears out of my eyes. What impact did the Timbers army make on match day? They made a big impact, they were so loud with their music, louder than the home fans. They confessed we have crazy fans, they kept singing and were heard throughout the game. What kept the team going throughout the season? Determination. The way the coach talked to us in the locker room motivated us in some games. He made us believe in ourselves that we can win it. He always let us know that he can't play on the pitch but we have to do that. Portland Timbers scored early goals against Columbus Crew, was that the plan? We watched their games, especially against New York City. We countered their play and it worked for us, the goals were scored and that was it. What can you say about the city of Portland? Portland is a beautiful city and a home for me. I love everything about this city. It's quiet and I love it that way. It's a lively city too with a lot of distractions but I make sure I am focused. It does rain here and I love rain. Above all the city has given me lots and my first trophy. What is the wildest thing you have witnessed on the street of Portland? There are lots - there was a day I was in my car and one guy came dressed in what I can't describe, he knocked at my door window and I laughed. I was scared. Where is your best restaurant? I hardly eat outside because my wife is the best cook. We have best food in Nigeria. The best food is pounded yam and Egusi soup. Where are you planning to have your vacation? I will go to Hawaii, then go to Nigeria to meet my family. You scored 19 goals in the just-ended season, any hope on national team call-up? I am hopeful. I have talked with the coach and he has assured me I will get my time. This is transfer time, there are rumours of interest from Italy, Mexico, England, what do you have to say on this? I have been hearing the rumours but there is nothing official yet. What's your preference for next season? I still have a contract with Portland Timbers, but we will look into any offers. What are you doing in College? I am studying computer science in college here. What or who inspired you to go to college? My grandmother inspired me to go to school for the future. http://mtnfootball.com/news/592896/Fanendo-Adi-shines-and-shines [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:24pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Chinese club Beijing Guoan interested in Mikel [/size] [img]http://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/7d/2/john-obi-mikel-of-chelsea_fqomlt1on5ko19098v347k9od.jpg?t=-856648265&w=620&h=430[/img] By Shemmy Sholabomi The Chelsea midfielder is being pursued by the Chinese giant and could earn a last big pay day if both parties reach financial agreement, Goal has learned Chinese Super League side Beijing Guoan have confirmed their interest in signing Chelsea’s John Obi Mikel, Goal has learned. It seems two other Chinese clubs are also competing for the services of the Nigeria midfielder. A senior management staff of the club, who preferred to remain anonymous, said that Mikel is eager to leave Stamford Bridge after seeing his playing time limited this season but would only do so at the right price. "The only problem we have now is his extra demand which the club could not approve at the moment," the official said. The Beijing club is offering Mikel 104,166 euros a week, a sum that is close to his current earnings at Stamford Bridge, which would bring his annual salary to five million euros. But the player, who seems to be angling for a big final pay day, is holding out for at least a million euros more. The Chelsea midfielder insists that for him to leave the Premier League club before his contract expires in 2017, he needs a weekly wage of 125, 000 euros per week and a bonus of 20,000 euros per match. Early this week, one of the brokers of the deal, player agent Jolly Okay Ogu was asked to give a final reply and also inform the midfielder of the club's decision that it would be difficult to increase his proposed salary by a million euros. Beijing Guoan already have six foreign players in their employ. The midfielders Mikel will compete against are Croatian Darko Matic, Argentine Pablo Batalla, and Korean Dac-Sung Ha. The other foreigners in the club are 25-year-old Brazilian striker Kleber, Dejan Damjanovic and Erton Fejzullahu of Sweden. With 10 games to end of the Chinese season, the club is ranked fourth having amassed 56 points from 30 matches. Their home game is played at the 66, 191 capacity Workers' Stadium. If both parties agree on financial details, the Chelsea midfielder is likely to move to China during the summer transfer window as Beijing Guoan are ready to buy off his contract with the Blues with a year left. However, Mikel’s manager John Shittu has told Goal that he does not know about the discussions with Beijing Guoan, or any other Chinese club side. “I’m not aware,” Shittu told Goal. “There will always be speculations about Mikel.” United Arab Emirates club Al Ahli tried to prise the midfielder away from Chelsea last summer but the move broke down after coach Jose Mourinho insisted he wanted Mikel as part of his squad. However, he has been finding it increasingly difficult to hold down a place in the team. http://www.goal.com/en-ng/news/4102/transfer-zone/2015/12/09/18167592/chinese-club-beijing-guoan-interested-in-mikel?ICID=HP_FA_3 [/b] |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:25pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Home Eagles Pip Westerlo Academy 1-0 [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/20151211_085829.jpg By Johnny Edward: The Home-based Super Eagles selected side struggled to beat Westerlo Academy for the first time in eight meetings by a lone goal in Friday's All Stars game played at the Mountain of Fire football pitch. MFM's Abara Ifeanyi scored the only goal of the encounter with 18 minutes left in the encounter that both sides failed to create scoring chances. The Home-based side led by Shooting Stars coach, Gbenga Ogunbote handed starting shirts to Ezekiel Bassey,Jamiu Alimi, Olufemi Oladapo,Kayode Agboola, Dele Ajiboye against the academy side led by Anzhi star Lukman Haruna. In a chat with Completesportsnigeria.com Ogunbote stated that he was delighted to have ended the Home Eagles winless streak against Westerlo. "I'm happy my side won the game and I'm confident they can maintain the streak this time around now that we've broken the jinx." En savoir plus sur http://www.completesportsnigeria.com/home-eagles-pip-westerlo-academy-1-0/#Mz73e02YywTy7oJU.99 [/b] |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:31pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh owed six-month salary [/size] https://images.performgroup.com/di/library/Goal_Nigeria/88/88/sunday-oliseh-nigeria_10xfwfv4lnliv1gl6nspmst168.jpg?t=428668945&w=620&h=430 By Taiwo Taiwo The Super Eagles coach says he has not been paid since September while his assistants are being owed for six months Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh has disclosed that he is being owed for three months while dismissing claims that the Nigeria Football Federation had paid him upfront. He said he was upset with the situation and that his employers are not giving him hope to continue the job. “When it comes to money, I am disappointed because based on what I'm being owed I should have stopped working, my assistants should also stop working,” Oliseh told FootballLive.ng. “They make people think I was paid in advance, which is not so and am still waiting to be paid. The only thing is that I just decided not to go public with it.” His assistants Jean Louiscuito, Salisu Yusuf and Alloy Agu are yet to get their money for the past six months. One of his assistants said the Super Eagles B are being owed two match bonuses and claimed it could mar the team’s preparation for next year’s tournament in Rwanda. "If Oliseh is being owed three months and he's not talking who are we to complain about our own six months?” one of the assistants told CompleteSports. "The players are being owed two match bonuses and camping starts next week. With all this happening it won't help the team's preparations for the CHAN competition.” A top source of the NFF told Goal that there was no cause for alarm has the country’s football house has agreed to pay the national team coaches every three months. Oliseh who was named Super Eagles handler in July has qualified the country for the final qualifying round of the 2018 Fifa World Cup and is expected to lead the country to the African Nations Championship in Rwanda. http://www.goal.com/en-ng/news/4093/nigeria/2015/12/11/18241122/nigeria-coach-sunday-oliseh-owed-three-months-salary?ICID=HP_BN_1 [/b] 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:31pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Home Eagles Star Backs Team To Win CHAN Trophy [/size] https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Ezekiel-Bassey.jpg By Adeboye Amosu: Super Eagles winger Ezekiel Bassey is confident the side can win the African Nations Championship title next year in Rwanda, Completesportsnigeria.com can report. Nigeria came third at the last edition of the competition in South Africa after failing to qualify for the first two editions. The side will converge in Abuja next week Monday for a pre-tournament camping exercise. Bassey told Completesportsnigeria.com that there is enough quality in the side to claim the trophy. "We have a strong squad that can beat any side in the continent," Bassey told Completesportsnigeria.com. "Our target is to win the competition and I believe we are strong enough to do that. "The teams in our group are good too, but I believe we will make it beyond the group stage and go far in the competition." The Eagles will compete in Group C alongside Tunisia, Guinea and Niger. En savoir plus sur http://www.completesportsnigeria.com/home-eagles-star-backs-team-win-chan-trophy/#xevlW9Pm8Vqqp6EM.99 [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:42pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Nigeria to play Cote d'lvoire Friendly January Biyi Akangbe [/size] https://static.pulse.ng/img/incoming/origs4115329/2486369823-w644-h960/Sunday-Oliseh-with-some-home-based-Super-Eagles-players.png The home-based Super Eagles will play a friendly game against Cote d'lvoire on 9 January in Pretoria ahead of their participation at the African Nations Championship. The match, is one of the tune-up games lined up by the Nigeria Football Federation to get the team in proper shape ahead of their second appearance at CHAN. The home-based Eagles who are expected to set up a camping site in South Africa ahead of the competition will play in Group C alongside, Tunisia, Guinea and Niger. Handler of the side, Sunday Oliseh, earlier this week released a 26-man list that will begin preparations for the competition in Abuja Monday next week. Nigeria won bronze at the last edition of the competition in South Africa. Rwanda will host the competition from Saturday, January 16 to Sunday, February 6. http://www.soccernet.com.ng/2015/12/nigeria-to-play-cote-dlvoire-friendly.html [/b] 1 Like |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by Orkpekyandega(m): 3:46pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
[b][size=14pt] Victor Moses Out Till 2016 Biyi Akangbe [/size] [img]http://2.bp..com/--GovQ51kFEY/VfeSaIB5hcI/AAAAAAAAnHY/f6xcpTYN2G8/s1600/image.jpg[/img] West Ham winger Victor Moses have been ruled out until the New Year with hamstring injury. Moses picked up his injury in Saturday's 0-0 draw at Manchester United, and manager Slaven Bilic has ruled him out for four to six weeks. Also expected to be sidelined till the new year is defender Winston Reid who was injured in training on Wednesday and could be set for a long spell out, with the results of a scan expected on Friday. Both players injury are the latest additions to a growing casualty list at Upton Park. The Hammers have already lost summer signing Dimitri Payet and Diafra Sakho until February, while Manuel Lanzini is out for six weeks with a thigh problem suffered in training. Enner Valencia has been out for five weeks with an ankle injury but he could give Bilic a boost by being added to the squad to face Stoke on Saturday. Reacting to the news, West Ham coach Slaven Bilic, described Moses injury as a blow to the team. "Victor is out for four to six weeks. It's a blow, we have had six injuries since the Everton game. Before that we had a full squad, then Payet and Valencia were injured against Everton and now we have four muscle injuries," Bilic told reporters. "I am hoping Lanzini will be back for the Swansea game. Payet and Valencia are also looking good, we will have to wait and see." The former Croatian international called on the fit players in his squad to stick together and cover the absences. "We are now missing six very important players, but we can't complain," he said. "We need to get over it and do well with the players we do have. "We have a very good medical team here so hopefully some players will come back quicker than first expected. Of course it will be difficult without players like Lanzini, Payet and Sakho, but we played without all of them at Manchester United. "Now it is about the squad and the character of the players we have, it is time for them to step up and help the team." http://www.soccernet.com.ng/2015/12/victor-moses-out-till-2016.html [/b] |
| Re: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Thread: 2017 AFCON Qualifiers. by mikron(m): 4:24pm On Dec 11, 2015 |
Orkpekyandega:havent even heard of this dude not uptill now, good to know he scored a whooping 19 goals this season for Portland. thanks @Orkpekyandega for bringing this important update to the fore. 3 Likes 1 Share |
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