chrisooblog:


I would advise him to stay in holland so he can continue to enjoy first team football. Hopefully a good performance at the world cup should see his stock rise which could mean better offers from other clubs.

If he goes to benfica there's no guarantee he'll get playing time or that he would have settled down while he might get good playing time I wouldn't want the physicality of the championship to cause any unnecessary injury to him so close to the world cup

safarigirl:
we know that he needs to improve aspects of his game, but what is being done in that regard.

Coach claims he works hard on and off the pitch, but where are the results? Somebody is not doing his job well if a player who works hard is not improving

forgiveness:


Iwobi Rated Arsenal's Worst Player Vs Forest, Stats That Show He May Be Replaced By Nelson
Published: January 07, 2018



Alex Iwobi's dip in form worsened in Arsenal's humiliating 4-2 loss to Nottingham Forest in the third round of the FA Cup on Sunday evening so much so that he was rated the joint-worst Gunners player on the pitch.

With Mesut Ozil rested, the Nigeria international was supposed to be his team's playmaker but he was so poor that Arsenal fans were left scratching their heads.

None of Iwobi's three shots was on target against Forest, he had a passing accuracy of 85.5 percent and his defensive frailties and lack of creativity were exposed after making only one tackle and winning one foul for his side.

Comparing Iwobi's performance to Reiss Nelson, who is being tipped to replace the Nigerian in the first team, the 18-year-old made four key passes, had 11 touches more, passing accuracy 88.4 percent, made four tackles and won three fouls.

In the player ratings by Football.London, Iwobi was awarded three out of ten marks, along with central defenders Rob Holding and Per Mertesacker.

''Another poor performance from a player horribly out of form. Played in a deeper role than normal but couldn't influence the game,'' Charles Watts wrote on Iwobi.

In Iwobi's last 18 outings for Arsenal in all competitions, he has scored only one goal.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel


http://www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=26087


The last time I posted datas comparing 6 players that can play Mikel's, someone rubbish eventhough the datas were gotten from an independent source.

Behold, it is what is used up there to evaluate the performance of a Player.

Iwobi style of play is one two pass. He can't play like Mikel though he brings another flavour to the team.

I watched him played yesterday and I can see he played the deep attacking midfield role but he could not influence the game neither did he create any chance.

I think he is better a SS and somehow a big game player.

However, I fear for our team if Mikel is not available for a game during the WC. Who will play his role effectively?

I know people call for my head if I suggest Raheem Lawal hence the need to look Josh Onomah way.

I think Josh Onomah should be given the chance to prove himself.

TheGoodJoe:


Perfect and classic response.

TheSuperNerd:
Loolll...
why your excitement for the new NPFL season dey forerun the one for CHAN naa?

forgiveness:


Joel Obi Becomes Third Nigerian To Reach 100-Game Milestone In Serie A But Gets Injured

Published: January 06, 2018
Joel Obi Becomes Third Nigerian To Reach 100-Game Milestone In Serie A But Gets Injured
Much loved Nigeria international Joel Obi became the third Nigerian player to reach a 100-game milestone in the Italian Serie A on Saturday, January 6.

The attacking midfielder started Torino's 3-0 win over Bologna at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino, and joined respected former Super Eagles stars Christian Obodo and Stephen Makinwa in the 100-game club.

On the flip side, Obi had to be substituted after only 34 minutes after suffering a suspected ankle injury, and he will undergo a medical examination in the coming days to determine the severity of the ailment.

The 26-year-old played 50 games for Inter Milan in the Italian top-flight, 8 for Parma and made his 42nd appearance for Torino against The Red and Blues.

Nigeria's record holder in the Serie A is former Perugia, Fiorentina and Udinese star Christian Obodo, who amassed 196 appearances followed by Makinwa with 120.

Obafemi Martins, Victor Obinna and Eddy Onazi, who are active but not in Italy, played more than 50 games in the Serie A.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel


http://c.newsnow.co.uk/A/918211839?-21310:11479:1

safarigirl:
we know that he needs to improve aspects of his game, but what is being done in that regard.

Coach claims he works hard on and off the pitch, but where are the results? Somebody is not doing his job well if a player who works hard is not improving

Danycrusoe:


I just can't wait for the new NPFL season, so much to be excited for new teams, new TV deal, how my darling MFM fc perform on the continent, will they stamp their feet and join the likes of Kano pillars and enyimba who won't crumble on Both fronts like wikki tourist, rangers n Ifeanyi ubah did last season?

can they make their presence known to the African continent and still challenge 4 the NPFL title.

my brother there x a lot to be excited for really.

Magink:
i am really wondering why the NFF are yet to confirm any friendly. Asides from the one confirmed by Poland in march nothing else, the England game is just that rumour.

Could it be because of the distance from Poland that they are yet to confirm the second friendly? But then again they should try Columbia cos they have Senegal in their group.
Rumour of this friendly, that friendly nothing concrete it's annoying and I know it's the start of the year but? hmm

Could it be that the Super Eagles isn't that attractive?

Just me wondering and thinking out looud

TheSuperNerd:
Thanks for the info DrLikita Ma... abi na sir? Anyway here is the link to the rumor source...https://politicsngr.com/breaking-football-star-emmanuel-eboue-dead/

No other news or media house have reported such so it could mean one thing. Falsehood.

And on the ma or sir... well sorry. But that is a small confusion... I recall your moniker very well even in your ghostmode/Notorious Silent reader days... I never saw an "f" besides the moniker.


You are the answer to "Is Safarigirl the only active amazon in the house? since madam Libero808 is a no-show for now. Very funny how that moniker and I took prizes for self exile moniker of the year. lol

DrLikita12:


There was no 'm' either.
It's not 'sir'.

TheSuperNerd:
So you are a bonafide MFM fan? or the romance began just last season?

TheSuperNerd:
SUPER SEVEN: Home Eagles Stars To Watch Out For At 2018 CHAN



Completesportsnigeria. com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU picks seven players who are expected to play big roles for the home-based Super Eagles at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Morocco starting at the weekend…



ANTHONY OKPOTU
All eyes will be on the Lobi Stars striker to deliver the goods for the Home Eagles in Morocco. Okpotu demonstrated his predatory instincts with two superb goals in the final of the Nigeria Professional Football League invitational tournament against MFM FC.

‘The Panther’ as the experienced forward is called by his admirers scored 19 goals for Lobi Stars to emerge top scorer in the NPFL last season.



IKECHUKWU EZENWA
The team’s first choice goalkeeper demonstrated his importance to the team with a crucial penalty kick save in the qualifier against Benin Republic. The Enyimba goalie who is also the team’s captain has a big chance to prove he is good enough to man the post for the main Super Eagles side at the World Cup in Russia.



KALU ORJI
One of the four members of the current team that were part of the Home Eagles side that took part at the last edition in Rwanda 2016. The experienced centre-back barring any unforseen circumstances is assured of a place in the starting eleven and much will be expected of him to keep the defence tight.


RABIU ALI
Rabiu Ali is the only surviving member of the home-based Super Eagles team that came third on their debut appearance in the competition four years ago in South Africa.
‘Pele’ shone in the qualifiers and the WAFU Nations Cup in Ghana last year where he was picked in the team of the tournament. Much will be expected from the Kano Pillars star who will anchor the team’s midfield.



IFEANYI IFEANYI
A consistent performer for the team all through qualifiers and the WAFU Nations Cup. He has a perfect understanding with Rabiu Ali. How well the two midfielders perform at the competition may determine how far the team will go in the competition.


SUNDAY FALEYE
The young forward distinguished himself during the NPFL invitational tournament in Kano. The forward, a product of Nigeria Nationwide League two outfit Freestan FC, is well respected among his teammates due to his dribbling ability.
The competition provides a big opportunity for him to show is
class and quality on a bigger stage.


OSAS OKORO
The versatile right-back who can also play as winger. One of the most experienced members of the team. He was also part of the team to Rwanda 2016.


Source: https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/super-seven-home-eagles-stars-watch-2018-chan/


Cc: Little help here... BascoVanVeli, Danycrusoe and Goldfish80.

Una sabi them more than me.

krattoss:
we have asked u time without number and we I'll still ask u again..

iwobi is underperforming. .

WHAT DO U SUGGEST WE DO OR TO BE DONE REGARDING HIS UNDERPERFORMANCE? ?

TheSuperNerd:
Sorry Sir. Are you in anyway related to Darkseid of DC?

Danycrusoe:


I b member of the church since 2008 and when Olukoya bought Bolowotan Fc spot in the NNL around 2010 iv been following their progress.

I followed the team throughout their Church world cup winning campaign albeit online and when they got promoted to the npfl it was a thing of joy.

so the romance have started way back, in fact Olukoya made it easy by announcing their achievements in church programmes

chrisooblog:


India as a former colony of britain have always had interest in football. You will be surprised that they are some clubs in india that are over 100 years old.

China like other asian countries have been crazy over football especially premiership over the last couple of decades. At least I know china had a top female national team in the nineties

tbaba1234:


The only players, that i am looking forward to seeing are
Eneji, Faleye, Nura and left back from Enyimba.

Sainty92:
The most expensive players in the world Neymar (£195) and Coutinho (£142) played in Lagos at FIFA U-17 World Cup, Nigeria 2009, they failed to qualify from their group. How much will the likes of Onazi, Omeruo, Stanley Okoro (little Messi), Ajagun, Sani Emmanuel who represented Nigeria and finished second at the tournament cost?

TheSuperNerd:
Wow! a Core himself.

Happy to know this. I recall witnessing how MFM began this project back in 2006/2007 or so while still in secondary school in Lagos. See how big that project have become. You guys would always organise interbranch competitions among MFM branches and a winner will emerge too. I didn't know you guys were looking at the bigger picture of assembling the best of the best within MFM's finds.

I hope this is sustained so that more Odeys, olatunbosuns, that smallish guy playing AM for yoy guys (what is his name again) and more are unearthed.

safarigirl:
Is it possible for a footballer to become disillusioned with the game?

I know such happens with other careers, so it should be possible with football, right?

tbaba1234:


Yep, just like any job.

I believe Adriano is one example

TheSuperNerd:
Thanks for the info DrLikita Ma... abi na sir? Anyway here is the link to the rumor source...https://politicsngr.com/breaking-football-star-emmanuel-eboue-dead/

No other news or media house have reported such so it could mean one thing. Falsehood.

And on the ma or sir... well sorry. But that is a small confusion... I recall your moniker very well even in your ghostmode/Notorious Silent reader days... I never saw an "f" besides the moniker.


You are the answer to "Is Safarigirl the only active amazon in the house? since madam Libero808 is a no-show for now. Very funny how that moniker and I took prizes for self exile moniker of the year. lol

safarigirl:
could that be what KC is going thorough? Some level of disillusion?

I do think he needs a psychologist, make we know the root of his problems, Iwobi too. Maybe club football is losing the allure for them and they are caught in limbo.

Me, ayam not understanding what the issue could be. There was a time I thought Iwobi had issues because of his constant Social Media presence, now, I no even know wetin I go blame again. He should not be having such problems considering how much support he has in his family


Abi, make these guys go find babe sef? That seems to be working for Ndidi

safarigirl:
could that be what KC is going thorough? Some level of disillusion?

I do think he needs a psychologist, make we know the root of his problems, Iwobi too. Maybe club football is losing the allure for them and they are caught in limbo.

Me, ayam not understanding what the issue could be. There was a time I thought Iwobi had issues because of his constant Social Media presence, now, I no even know wetin I go blame again. He should not be having such problems considering how much support he has in his family


Abi, make these guys go find babe sef? That seems to be working for Ndidi

AIG07:
I was opportuned to watch the FA cup replay between Fleetwood Town and Leicester. I took my time to watch Nacho so as to be able to assess him.

Though his team general performance was below par considering the level of their opponent, Nacho's 10min cameo appearance has nothing good to write home about. He only had one single touch of the ball.

The boy seem either not to be interested in playing for LFC or he is no longer interested in football. I wasn't that happy with the attitude he posted. For a player who is trying to get back to the bench, I was expecting a bit of fighting spirit and aggressiveness to show that you ain't happy been left out of match day squad.
Nacho isolated himself and was just idle waiting for balls that'll never come. He couldn't fight for the few that came to his direction...

I only hope he can shake things up and come back to reckoning but he needs to first realise that nothing comes on a platter of gold not even making a match day squad either in LC or at Bristol. He need to find his WHY!