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I Almost Quit Eagles After Death Threats – Ighalo by omablogs(op): 7:39am On Oct 18, 2018
Nigeria striker Odion Ighalo has said he considered retiring from the national team after the Russia 2018 World Cup following death threats to him and his family over his performance at the tournament.

Ighalo endured a torrid tournament in Russia in June as the Super Eagles crashed out in the group stage of the competition – failing to find the back of the net despite being served chances – especially in the 2-1 loss to Argentina in their last group match.

The performance earned him criticisms from fans back home, with many taking to the social media to vent their anger on the 29-year-old.

However, the Chanchung Yatai striker has once again found his way to the hearts of the team’s fans after scoring five goals in the...Read More...
Re: I Almost Quit Eagles After Death Threats – Ighalo by gabinogem(m): 8:04am On Oct 18, 2018
cheesy see how the threat come take improve him performance
Re: I Almost Quit Eagles After Death Threats – Ighalo by omablogs(op): 11:40am On Oct 18, 2018
gabinogem:
cheesy see how the threat come take improve him performance
I de tell you, Though, the guy is not that good
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