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wow!

klexycole:
Paul Onoachu scores for Genk.

this boy get sense wella! i am beginning to like him

The Heracles Almelo hotshot has confessed that he never considered playing for Belgium as it would have been impossible to break into Roberto Martinez’s squad.

Dessers earlier revealed his desire to play for Nigeria – his mother’s place of birth – at international level rather than his country of birth Belgium.


That public declaration by the country’s top football body ignited the patriotic pride in the Dutch Eredivisie’s top goalscorer, a player who was named the league’s November Player of the Month after scoring six goals and producing three assists.

“I think it is a huge honour that they (NFF) have contacted me and communicated to the outside world,” Dessers was quoted by Voetbal Belgie to have told TC/Tubantia.

“Belgium has never been a serious option, that’s why I don’t skip between the two countries. The Belgian team has the best generation ever, with top strikers like Lukaku, Batshuayi and Mertens. Boys my own age, who will play as long as I do. I have no illusions. ”

“I’ve never been to Nigeria. My grandfather and grandmother are from (Nigeria), my mother was born in Europe. When I look in the mirror, I see half a Nigerian every day. I also have characteristics of an African.”

Dessers has produced 11 goals and 5 assists in 16 matches for Heracles and will look to add to his tally when Frank Wormuth’s men face off with sixth-placed Utrecht on Sunday.

charlesemeka85:
wow!

A rarity these days

Clementoke:
Moses Simon with an assist

This guy is one what I like to call "can't shout" form

Subzero047:
You even sound surer than Eze

I'm telling you

he won't play for 9ja hope u re okay now?

Blueelf:
I'm telling you

Subzero047:
Tactical change or not he gave everybody license to attack Iheanacho

Klopp would have done the complete opposite

Sportsmanship is a huge deal in the epl. Have you forgotten that Arsenal had to replay a game against Sheffield when Kanu did the same back in the day(he assisted Overmars)?
Same reaction back then.

charlesemeka85:
he won't play for 9ja hope u re okay now?

Truth is, I am Okay with whatever decision he makes. No player is alpha and omega over Naija. You sounded too sure, that's why

Blueelf:
Truth is, I am Okay with whatever decision he makes. No player is alpha and omega over Naija. You sounded too sure, that's why

The last has not been heard of the transfer saga involving Nigeria international and Monaco forward Henry Onyekuru.

Super Eagles forward Onyekuru is poised to move away from the Principality club when the January transfer window reopens but his destination is no longer certain.

Turkish champions Galatasaray were reportedly leading the race to bring back a player who, while on loan from Everton, produced 16 goals and six assists for the Lions en route to claiming their 22nd league title last season.

But it is shaping up to be the battle of the two most popular clubs in Turkey as Fenerbahce have reportedly joined the race to sign the 22-year-old.



Gala’s defence of their title is not going according to plans with Faith Terim’s men – who have scored a meagre 15 goals in 14 games – languishing in seventh position in the Super Liga, 7 points behind league leaders Sivasspor.

The Yellow-Reds have since opened negotiations with Monaco with the hope of securing the former Anderlecht star on an 18-month loan agreement. The Turkish giants are expected to cough out about 2 million euros as part of the loan deal.

In a new twist though, Fenerbahce have also expressed interest in snapping Onyekuru from the grasps of their bitter rivals Galatasaray. The Yellow Canaries are reportedly willing to part with 3 million euros in a bid to convince Monaco to sell them the Nigerian forward instead.

Unlike compatriot Victor Osimhen, Onyekuru has failed to settle in the French Ligue 1 since Monaco paid £12.5 million to sign the Nigerian international over the summer.

Partly due to injuries and partly due to the form of the duo of Wissam Ben Yedder and Islam Slimani, Onyekuru has only made two league starts for Leonardo Jardim’s side – and they both came in August.

andrewbaba44:
Abeg leave komekn

If he not attacking awaziem it will be Jamilu collins

Absolutely correct.

IMO and l have said this several times that both of them were the weak links in the team.

He has not been receiving the plaudits his performances have merited so far this season, but Wilfred Ndidi is the best defensive midfielder in the world, according to stats.

When compared with the best defensive midfielders in the Sport, Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has no equal in the world.

The former Genk star has been one of the standout performers for the Foxes, scoring two goals and claiming two Man of the Match awards in 15 league appearances this term.

Brendan Rodgers men have racked up 12 wins in just 16 games to sit second on the Premier League table with the 22-year-old Nigerian playing a key role in that run.

Boasting the best defensive record in the top flight, Leicester City have shot up the table to sit six points above champions Man City and eight points behind league leaders Liverpool.

According to stats made available on Whoscored.com, Ndidi has earned a higher rating than all the other defensive midfielders in the world at the moment.

It is noteworthy that these stats are constantly changing, but as at December 14, 2019, Ndidi’s rating of 7.62 betters those of the PSG’s of Idrissa Gueye (7.55) and Atletico Madrid’s Thomas Partey (7.09). Real Madrid’s Casemiro (7.55) and Manchester City’s Rodri (7.39) complete the world’s top five.

Ndidi has been equally inspirational for the Super Eagles, having played a crucial role in helping Gernot Rohr’s men remain unbeaten in the six matches played since losing an AFCON semifinal tie against Algeria back in July.

Subzero047:
You have no right to judge a player you watched play out of position

Thank you

Why not, are you the DSS that will arrest me without warrant.

So what should l judge him on how well he dances when Nigeria scores.

I will ask you what position does he play predominantly for Nigeria.

blunt as hell

komekn:
Absolutely correct.

IMO and l have said this several times that both of them were the weak links in the team.

komekn:
Why not are you the DSS that will arrest me without warrant.

So what should l judge him how well he dances when Nigeria scores.

I will ask you what position does he played for predominantly for Nigeria.

West Brom’s push for promotion continued to gain momentum after they defeated Birmingham 3-2 at the St Andrew’s Trillion Trophy Stadium in Saturday’s Championship clash.

Super Eagles star, Semi Ajayi was on from start to finish as the Baggies picked up their 14th win of the season.

The Nigerian international, who was making his 22nd appearance for West Brom had a difficult time as he was culpable for Birmingham’s opening goal that was scored by Lukas Jutkiewicz in the third minute.

According to Sofascore, the former Rotherham defender made just two tackles in the game, won only two of his six duels.


Nevertheless, the lead won’t last long as Grady Diangana levelled the score for the visitors in the 10th minute. It stayed like that as both sides went into the break level.

The second half began similarly to the opening half as Pep Clotet took the lead two minutes after the restart through Harlee Dean.

However, two goals from Charlie Austin in the space of eight minutes turned the tie around for Slaven Bilic’s men. Birmingham pressed for an equalizer, but West Brom held on for the win.

The win took the Baggies two points clear of Leeds United who could only manage a 3-3 draw against Cardiff City. Next up for West Brom is a clash against Brentford next Saturday.

jihday:
Not true sir, highly rated young player, Chelsea had to drag Liverpool to the fa for some compensation fee plus he won best player award at the 2017 youth world cup, was definitely expected to do well

You really have no idea.

When youth players change clubs it's routine for the tribunal to set the level of compensation.

He is a youth player with potential that's why Liverpool bought him for very cheap amount of money.

Liverpool don't buy youth players to play in thier first team immediately who have no consistent outstanding first team experience.

Liverpool can afford to buy players for £50 million ➕ plus.

Joebie:
lol Luke Amos when we don dey follow here since.. what has he done until the brace? And when did you mention his name by the way?

Over a month ago, l didn't look at him as anything special to be honest.

komekn:
Over a month ago, l didn't look at him as anything special to be honest.

and a brace in one game doesn't make him anything special to be honest

Joebie:

wetin KC do dia? sorry I miss the match

You should know that where KC is concerned the version of events that will be narrated here will be seen from one perspective.

If you can go and watch the highlights please do.

Ehen. You are talking now

komekn:
Over a month ago, l didn't look at him as anything special to be honest.

But pulling him off before half time? I dey suspect Roger

komekn:
You should know that where KC is concerned the version of events that will be narrated here will be seen from one perspective.

If you can go and watch the highlights please do.

Ask komekn if Amos is in form? Lol

safarigirl:
and a brace in one game doesn't make him anything special to be honest

Granted, they are not playing like the typical modern day full backs, but that don’t mean they have been poor.

komekn:
Absolutely correct.

IMO and l have said this several times that both of them were the weak links in the team.

safarigirl:
and a brace in one game doesn't make him anything special to be honest

For a midfielder that's quite exceptional but then again that's his first ever goals in the Championship.

According to your unit of measurement that makes him an IN FORM midfielder.

Lol

komekn:
For a midfielder that's quite exceptional but then again that's his first ever goals in the Championship.

According to your unit of measurement that makes him an IN FORM midfielder.

Joebie:
Granted, they are not playing like the typical modern day full backs, but that don’t mean they have been poor.

For the SE to compete on the world stage and be taken seriously will require exceptional quality.

We know the standards required and we have to make comparative analysis with a world quality standard in mind.

These players simply are nowhere near the standard. Although Awaziem is technically astute and intelligent but he has no pace. And Collins has very little end product.

A fullback with no pace is a liability and a full back with no end product is a joker.

Clementoke:
Moses Simon with an assist

Nna eh.... Was not online for this but I am glad for Moses Simon's consistency abeg. Even EA Sports have since taken notice and released a special player boost card in Simon's name for FIFA 20 Christmas edition alongside others still incoming. Lad is on fire...

charlesemeka85:
West Brom’s push for promotion continued to gain momentum after they defeated Birmingham 3-2 at the St Andrew’s Trillion Trophy Stadium in Saturday’s Championship clash.

Super Eagles star, Semi Ajayi was on from start to finish as the Baggies picked up their 14th win of the season.

The Nigerian international, who was making his 22nd appearance for West Brom had a difficult time as he was culpable for Birmingham’s opening goal that was scored by Lukas Jutkiewicz in the third minute.

According to Sofascore, the former Rotherham defender made just two tackles in the game, won only two of his six duels.


Nevertheless, the lead won’t last long as Grady Diangana levelled the score for the visitors in the 10th minute. It stayed like that as both sides went into the break level.

The second half began similarly to the opening half as Pep Clotet took the lead two minutes after the restart through Harlee Dean.

However, two goals from Charlie Austin in the space of eight minutes turned the tie around for Slaven Bilic’s men. Birmingham pressed for an equalizer, but West Brom held on for the win.

The win took the Baggies two points clear of Leeds United who could only manage a 3-3 draw against Cardiff City. Next up for West Brom is a clash against Brentford next Saturday.

WBA are becoming like the Liverpool of the Championship.

Only for Drilling Biko. And then tactical plays in more cases than a few instances. But for player management, the dude blew it abeg. He is a dunce on that one for what he did.

Danielnino00:
Rodgers is a genius na

Joebie:
But pulling him off before half time? I dey suspect Roger

One of the problems we have here.

We lack appreciation of the norms and values with expected behaviour and etiquette that reflects European football as well as the EPL.

And so behaviour that's seems acceptable in the context of Nigeria is TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE here in the UK.

So as I had mentioned earlier, Luke Ayodele Amos had a brace but also Bright Osayi Samuel bagged an assist. QPR still fell 5-3 to Barnsley.

Luke Amos is on loan at QPR from Tottenham. Had long been mentioned here by me and a few couple of others many many many pages ago.

TheSuperNerd:
And Luke Ayodele Amos has a brace so far.... From Midfield. Great performance from him although his sidr, QPR are down by 2-4.