Earthquake2:


Aina was at fault for one of the goals scored by Cameroon hope you remember that

Awaziem played well this Afcon maybe your biased mind is closed to that fact

I will attach the match highlights via YouTube and you will see clearly that Awaziem knowing he would be finished for pace. Kept backing off the Cameroon Attacker and then didn't block off the cross which went into our 18 unrestricted and Cameroon scored.

So explain how Aina was at fault for the goal.

In that match Awaziem was struggling against the much faster Cameroon attackers. He easily could have been sent off.

It should be noted that the assist from, Musa for the goal scored by Ighalo came from a very good cross into the box from Awaziem.

If there is a statistic for most fouls conceded by a player in the SE, l am sure Awaziem will be among the contenders.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQX8t3UrdqI

Ighalo: How can Nigeria replace departed striker?

The Afcon top scorer has retired from international football, and he won’t be easy to replace

Farewell Ighalo
Odion Ighalo called time on his international career this weekend, drawing the curtain on a four-year tenure with the Super Eagles in which he scored 16 goals in 35 appearances.

Despite being criticised during his time with Nigeria—notably when he missed a decisive sitter as the West Africans fell to Argentina during the World Cup—Ighalo goes out on a high following the Africa Cup of Nations.

He scored five goals in the continental showpiece in Egypt, earning him the Golden Boot, and now goes out on a high.

However, how can Gernot Rohr replace the striker in whom he’s shown faith throughout his time at the helm?

Here are five options…

Kelechi Iheanacho
The Leicester City striker has struggled to adapt to life at the King Power Stadium since being sold by Manchester City, and has paid with his place in the Nigeria squad.

He was cut from Rohr’s selection after netting just once in 30 Premier League outings last term, but at only 22, he has time on his side.

If Iheanacho can rediscover the form he showed earlier in his career, at Leicester or elsewhere, then he can return to his rightful spot as Nigeria’s leading man.

Paul Onuachu
The towering forward may have—inadvertently—become Nigeria’s leading man following Ighalo’s exit, having been one of only two other strikers on Rohr’s list.

His goalscoring record in Denmark is excellent, while he also took to life as an international instantly with an early goal in a friendly against Egypt.

However, he’d change the style of football Nigeria play—being such a towering target man—while his relatively meagre playing time at the Afcon suggests Rohr isn’t completely convinced.

Victor Osimhen
The only other striker on Nigeria’s squad list for Russia was Osimhen, although he received even less playing time than Onuachu, managing just 45 minutes during the course of the competition.

The attacker is only 20, and while highly rated, can’t yet be considered a viable leading man for the national side.

With more regular playing time at club level, for Sporting Charleroi in Belgium, Osimhen can refine his craft, while Ighalo’s retirement should raise his place in Nigeria’s pecking order.

Henry Onyekuru
Unlike the other players on this list, Onyekuru isn’t a natural striker.

He’s made his name as a wideman during his career, while he was also trialled—and excelled—as left wing-back during a loan spell at Anderlecht.

However, what Onyekuru does have in his locker is goals; he scored 14 in the Super Lig for Galatasaray last term, and 27 across three seasons in the Belgian leagues with Eupen and then the Purple & White.

He’s found gametime hard to come by out wide—playing for just 12 minutes at the Nations Cup—and with Samuel Chukwueze and Samuel Kalu only likely to get stronger, a move to a more central role could suit all parties.

Tammy Abraham
Nigeria tried to recruit Abraham before, only to have their fingers burned—in somewhat humiliating fashion—as the Chelsea striker rejected the NFF’s overtures in order to represent England.

However, two years down the line, despite having featured for the Three Lions in friendlies, he’s yet to make a competitive debut and hasn’t been called up since.

Now back at Chelsea after a productive loan spell at Aston Villa, Abraham may find himself back in Gareth Southgate’s sights, but if not, he could be a replacement for—and even an upgrade on—Ighalo.

https://www.goal.com/en/lists/odion-ighalo-how-can-nigeria-replace-departed-striker/u0j1wg5tkvrn19thx2pp9nym3#1qd3lglh5fcd711rcstw35sb23

komekn:


I will attach the match highlights via YouTube and you will see clearly that Awaziem knowing he would be finished for pace. Kept backing off the Cameroon Attacker and then didn't block off the cross which went into our 18 unrestricted and Cameroon scored.

So explain how Aina was at fault for the goal.

In that match Awaziem was struggling against the much faster Cameroon attackers. He easily could have been sent off.

If there is a statistic for most fouls conceded by a player in the SE, l am sure Awaziem will be among the contenders.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQX8t3UrdqI

You biasly neglected the goal Aina was at fault and kept focusing on the Cameroonian first goal

Was Awaziem dribbled for that goal? No

Was he outpaced for that goal? No

Continue living in delusion

Earthquake2:

Haha

yes. and yes

MetalJigsaw:
yes. and yes

I don’t want to debate what have been established as the gospel truth in country and SE football parlance

League and competition is more important than club status

MetalJigsaw:
yes. and yes

A move to Norwich or Aston Villa will get him noticed and in the forefront of our midfielders than Paok

Eleniyan15:




That guy should never wear GWG for Nigeria again

Which guy? The goal keeper?

BascoVanVeli:



Victor Moses is not coming back and we should all learn to accept that

Are you the coach? ...Or just say you don't want him to come back, and state your reasons

komekn:


This is not about emotive sentiment but performances on the field of play.

Tell me one unjustifiable comment with regards to selection and or strict performance l have made about any of these players.

KC has flopped badly and there is no way you can dress it up.

Omeruo is an average defender that will never play for Chelsea. He is not outstanding he may be the best Nigerian CB it doesn't make him a top quality player.

Osimhen was unjustifiably selected as an academy player for the SE. Was justifiably selected for the AFCON but currently lacks the physicality with regards to this competition and his 50 minutes second half performance was abysmal.

Awaziem is a makeshift players with multiple inadequacies playing the Full/ Wing back position. Because your goalkeeper plays as a striker and puts up below average performance you then say he has been exceptional and done VERY WELL because he is a goalkeeper we must make exceptions. That's your rational proposition for claiming he Awaziem has performed. It's an excuse to accept mediocrity.

However, Awaziem did not perform to the required standard irrespective of his circumstances.

That's the pertinent observation no sentiment involved.

Who Is this?

is paok playing in the ucl this season?

Earthquake2:


A move to Norwich or Aston Villa will get him noticed and in the forefront of our midfielders than Paok

MetalJigsaw:
Are you the coach? ...Or just say you don't want him to come back, and state your reasons

Did he say he wants to come back? Or am I missing something here?

Anegbettedude:
Front of your barracks, you were on camo with a back face cap on and was talking to the red cap soldiers. i was inside a bus passing and even took a picture

Another question, you had some wings like the ones pilot wear on your uniform chest.

Are you also a pilot ?

Oh, next time come say hi na.

I am not a pilot jare, it is the Airborne insignia for paratroopers.

jieta:
At 25, you have been to two world cup, won one Gold and one bronze. Omerou will be remembered as one of the best defender in the super eagles.

Chelsea should allow him go ,all this loan loan just dey spoil him profile

Sell this boy to leganes or celta Vigo immediately

He did well in laliga ,if he continues like this then he is not far from teams like Sevilla Valencia and co

Earthquake2:


You biasly neglected the goal Aina was at fault and kept focusing on the Cameroonian first goal

Was Awaziem dribbled for that goal? No

Was he outpaced for that goal? No

Continue living in delusion

No one is perfect, so no need to dwell on it.

darkelf:


Gustav25 must feel so hurt now

. Chai. See the look on Gyan's face

That guy is not Ghanaian. He lives in Owerri, he’s just trolling here

darkelf:


Who wouldn't prefer a player that identifies with his country. Of curse, its very logical

I for one wouldn't prefer Tammy in the Super Eagles

Tammy is a better player than okereke, forget say i no like am

darkelf:
Ighalo: How can Nigeria replace departed striker?

The Afcon top scorer has retired from international football, and he won’t be easy to replace

Farewell Ighalo
Odion Ighalo called time on his international career this weekend, drawing the curtain on a four-year tenure with the Super Eagles in which he scored 16 goals in 35 appearances.

Despite being criticised during his time with Nigeria—notably when he missed a decisive sitter as the West Africans fell to Argentina during the World Cup—Ighalo goes out on a high following the Africa Cup of Nations.

He scored five goals in the continental showpiece in Egypt, earning him the Golden Boot, and now goes out on a high.

However, how can Gernot Rohr replace the striker in whom he’s shown faith throughout his time at the helm?

Here are five options…

Kelechi Iheanacho
The Leicester City striker has struggled to adapt to life at the King Power Stadium since being sold by Manchester City, and has paid with his place in the Nigeria squad.

He was cut from Rohr’s selection after netting just once in 30 Premier League outings last term, but at only 22, he has time on his side.

If Iheanacho can rediscover the form he showed earlier in his career, at Leicester or elsewhere, then he can return to his rightful spot as Nigeria’s leading man.

Paul Onuachu
The towering forward may have—inadvertently—become Nigeria’s leading man following Ighalo’s exit, having been one of only two other strikers on Rohr’s list.

His goalscoring record in Denmark is excellent, while he also took to life as an international instantly with an early goal in a friendly against Egypt.

However, he’d change the style of football Nigeria play—being such a towering target man—while his relatively meagre playing time at the Afcon suggests Rohr isn’t completely convinced.

Victor Osimhen
The only other striker on Nigeria’s squad list for Russia was Osimhen, although he received even less playing time than Onuachu, managing just 45 minutes during the course of the competition.

The attacker is only 20, and while highly rated, can’t yet be considered a viable leading man for the national side.

With more regular playing time at club level, for Sporting Charleroi in Belgium, Osimhen can refine his craft, while Ighalo’s retirement should raise his place in Nigeria’s pecking order.

Henry Onyekuru
Unlike the other players on this list, Onyekuru isn’t a natural striker.

He’s made his name as a wideman during his career, while he was also trialled—and excelled—as left wing-back during a loan spell at Anderlecht.

However, what Onyekuru does have in his locker is goals; he scored 14 in the Super Lig for Galatasaray last term, and 27 across three seasons in the Belgian leagues with Eupen and then the Purple & White.

He’s found gametime hard to come by out wide—playing for just 12 minutes at the Nations Cup—and with Samuel Chukwueze and Samuel Kalu only likely to get stronger, a move to a more central role could suit all parties.

Tammy Abraham
Nigeria tried to recruit Abraham before, only to have their fingers burned—in somewhat humiliating fashion—as the Chelsea striker rejected the NFF’s overtures in order to represent England.

However, two years down the line, despite having featured for the Three Lions in friendlies, he’s yet to make a competitive debut and hasn’t been called up since.

Now back at Chelsea after a productive loan spell at Aston Villa, Abraham may find himself back in Gareth Southgate’s sights, but if not, he could be a replacement for—and even an upgrade on—Ighalo.

https://www.goal.com/en/lists/odion-ighalo-how-can-nigeria-replace-departed-striker/u0j1wg5tkvrn19thx2pp9nym3#1qd3lglh5fcd711rcstw35sb23

Iheanacho and osimhen are my best pick

Tammy is an english international, why would they put him there?

Triniti:
That guy is not Ghanaian. He lives in Owerri, he’s just trolling here

I know

Just kidding around with him

CaptainStephen:
No one is perfect, so no need to dwell on it.

I know the guy is trying to use a part for his arguments and neglect truths to justify his bias

charlesemeka85:
is paok playing in the ucl this season?

I don’t know

Meliforme:
I prefer David Okereke to Tammy. You heard it first from here.

U take beer? I will book us a date at Cubana

Earthquake2:


A move to Norwich or Aston Villa will get him noticed and in the forefront of our midfielders than Paok

That one is England now

BascoVanVeli:


Did he say he wants to come back? Or am I missing something here?

Did he or Rohr say won't come back?

andrew444:

Iheanacho and osimhen are my best pick
Tammy is an english international, why would they put him there?

What about Nwakaeme?

MetalJigsaw:
What about Nwakaeme?

I like him and i even want him but will rohr give him a chance?

Even most of my brothers here will not give him a chance, na dem know why

Ex super eagles striker, Odion Ighalo is currently out of the game with an hamstring injury which will last at least 8 weeks.

I'm not particularly a Big Ighalo fan but I always say it as it is concerning the man. I praised him lots of times when he performed and even refused accepting that Mbaye Niang was better than him. I know when to draw the lines and do so without stinking bias.

Icon4s:


Easy son....easy.

People will always dislike certain players no matter what. Eg there are some that dislike players Shehu, Ighalo, Musa, Akpeyi and Ezenwa no matter how they perform in any game.

The best we can do is to argue it out with such people and move on.

andrew444:


I like him and i even want him but will rohr give him a chance?

Even most of my brothers here will not give him a chance, na dem know why

Well the good thing ostiary we have a lot of young strikers lurking around... That's why we need Moses.


But the AM position is where the problem is now... Do we even have any natural attacking midfielder doing decently in his club?? just curious

MetalJigsaw:
Well the good thing ostiary we have a lot of young strikers lurking around... That's why we need Moses.


But the AM position is where the problem is now... Do we even have any natural attacking midfielder doing decently in his club?? just curious

At the bolded i am not even sure

Odunayaw:
You wey suppose be Mazi by now? Leave the pitch for the younger generation jare

I dey my prime, u say make I leave the pitch

Why u wan send me to early retirement while still dey hot nah? I be Ighalo?

TheSuperNerd:

I'm not particularly a Big Ighalo fan but I always say it as it is concerning the man. I praised him lots of times when he performed and even refused accepting that Mbaye Niang was better than him. I know when to draw the lines and do so without stinking bias.

Thank you jare

Everybody dont need to be a fan of a particular player

But that doesnt mean you should be bias

BascoVanVeli:
Disgusting and disgraceful. Some Algerian fans are now showing their true colors. Let's not forget about the Guinean that was murdered in France for supporting Senegal.

A Guinean wasted in France for supporting Senegal? Oboy I never hear dis one oo.