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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Philosopher1979: 6:03pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Edopesin: That Algerian team was simply better than us 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Provoker(m): 6:04pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Danielnino00:It saddens me to see onyekuru not being able to cement his place in Monaco. He was eagles most prolific winger until Moses Simon took over this season but rohr just seem to prefer kalu over him . When he's not on form, he's mostly dropped but when he's on hot form he's invited but he hardly comes on. I think regular football with the SE would have booster his chances at Monaco and rohr should do better. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 6:10pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
sheyishemba: The same Cameroon that we beat in Afcon abi which one the two goals they scored was as a result of defensive errors, it's not as if they wanted to kill us or anything but our goals were well worked out, Ivory Coast only have big names not a team, if it was by names Senegal for get like 25 Afcons Algeria wouldn't have won that Afcon if the Senegalese goalkeeper didn't turn to Akpeyi before they conceded that goal, Senegal are the only African team I rate ahead of Nigeria at this moment 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 6:12pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Philosopher1979: I didn't see it that way, they were better in the first half but we improved in the second half and took the match to them |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by do4luv14(m): 6:13pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Plan fair black no be small Edopesin: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Nobody: 6:14pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Edopesin: Ya cracking me up big time the same Cameroon almost beat up in AFCON they were leading before the comeback Ivory coast has name but to build a team is damn easy all they need is good coach and watch them wallop us Algeria dominated that match and deserve the win It is really dishearten as good as our player be who know even get person wey sabi take set piece even Madagascar dey score Free kick |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by kellycute(m): 6:14pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Edopesin:I've notice this kind of attitude and mentality from most Nigerians. If we win match, una go say our opponent na weak team, if we draw match, una go say we get luck. I just don't understand the mentality of y'all at all. Maybe it has to do with "inferiority complex". Y'all should wake up and stop this self beating mentality. Always associating our successes either on luck, or on the weakness of our opponents. Abeg, make una get sense. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 6:18pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
kellycute: Abeg don't bring that tone here, must you always look for quarrel? 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 6:21pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
sheyishemba: Na Rohr mumu for that Madagascar match, he underrated them, our players also But you see that Algeria match, they didn't deserve anything you guys are giving them too much credit, the game was balanced and anybody could have won |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by maidaboi(m): 6:24pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
If I did not expect super eagles to win afcon or world cup then there is no need watching them even if we are playing aliens I will always expect them to win I will never reduce my expectations ma them the make me enjoyed football 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Danielnino00(m): 6:25pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
sheyishemba: Which African team have risen up to which occasion?? 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:27pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
“It is not even about qualification for the World Cup, we should even be aiming to win the World Cup. We should be for Africa, what Brazil is for South America, always qualifying and present at the World Cup" -- Odegbami 6 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:29pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
some people are just angry naturally and it shows. Edopesin: 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 6:29pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Thank God for stats Algeria had only 2 shots on target in the whole match and one was the freekick that mahrez scored
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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Subzero047: 6:30pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
sheyishemba: That is a lie |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Danielnino00(m): 6:33pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
komekn: Tega scored 15 goals,yet somehow Chelsea fans and Lampard aren't satisfied with his performance, they are really glad they got Werner.. Forget this Budensliga and premier league comparison... On a good day, Bayern, Dortmund and Leipzig can beat any team in the premier league.. Werner is a proven striker even in Europe.. He has 7 goals in 14 champions league appearance and 4 goals in 5 Europa league games.. Tammy isnt on his level at all.. Aside goalscoring,he has a better work rate than Tammy and is more versatile.. 3 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by andrewbaba44: 6:34pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
sheyishemba: Lol Baba Abeg cool down o |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by IDENNAA(m): 6:34pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Edopesin: You are both a hypocrite and a comic relief , bro |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 6:37pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
IDENNAA: It's starting to look like you, Kel, and the kels guy are the same person Bitter Souls 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Danielnino00(m): 6:38pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Provoker: IMO, Onyekuru,Simon and Ejuke are our best choice for the LW role.. Kalu is more or less a younger version of Ahmed Musa.. lot of skills and pace and poor end product... There are some people who believe Rohr prefers Kalu because of the Bordeaux connection |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tglobal(m): 6:41pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
sheyishemba: Results of the last 4 Nigeria vs Cameroon fixtures Oct 2015: Nigeria 3 : 0 Cameroon Aug 2017: Nigeria 4 : 0 Cameroon Sep 2017: Cameroon 1 : 1 Nigeria Jul 2019: Nigeria 3 : 2 Cameroon but Cameroon is somehow better than us. What kind of results would you like to see to show that we are indeed better than they are? 7 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Danielnino00(m): 6:41pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Edopesin: Gbam! On paper,the Algerian team is no match to ours... They even had a couple of players playing in the middle East in their squad,but they have a good coach and they play well as a team.... As for Ivory coast,you have said it all... Big names is what they have, nothing more.. It is funny that a team that once had players like Drogba, the Toure brothers,Kalou,Zakora,Gervinho,Aurier,et al can only boast of 1 AFCON in over 2 decades... As for Cameroon,since Isa Hayatou stepped down,they have been exposed as being overrated... 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:50pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Nigeria would love Bukayo Saka to play for the Super Eagles, but refuse to chase him Colin Udoh | Special to ESPN | 1.08AM Young, talented, able to slot into multiple positions on the pitch, Arsenal youngster Bukayo Saka is the perfect example of the foreign-born player of Nigerian origins that the Super Eagles need. But in what has become a change in approach, the Nigeria Football Federation says it will be up to the player -- and others with dual nationality who are eligible to represent Nigeria -- to decide whether to represent the country. NFF President Amaju Pinnick said in an Instagram Live chat with the federation's official channel, that players would not be begged to represent Nigeria. "There are many players that play like Bukayo Saka in Nigeria. We don't want to go begging any player," Pinnick said. Pinnick's statement is indicative of the NFF's new strategy, following criticism of their methods of approaching dual nationals and elevating them over home-grown players. An NFF source told ESPN that the new policy is simple: Talented dual nationals who have the required quality would be informed that they are welcome to play for Nigeria if they so choose. But after that initial approach, the choice of representing Nigeria will be down to them. And the NFF will only engage again if the player reaches out, especially those -- like England-born Saka -- who have already represented one country at junior level and are looking to switch. The source added: "The Super Eagles is a very prestigious brand and we need to keep it that way. Just because a player is born or raised abroad does not mean they should automatically be invited. "We will monitor them, and those who are good enough and fit into the areas that the team needs will be approached, but after that, it all be up to them to come back to us if they are interested. "If they do, we all work with them through the process of change of nationality. If they don't, we will wish them well." Saka is one such player who ticks every single box. Over and above his quality and versatility, the teen also fits perfectly into a position of need for the Super Eagles, at left back. In his four years and change as Super Eagles coach, the left back position is one that Gernot Rohr has struggled to fill. Elderson Echiejile, Bryan Idowu, and lately Jamilu Collins have all had shots at being the regular occupants of the position. So far, Collins is the only one who has gained some measure of the German's trust, with Ola Aina filling in when needed. However, sources with the team have told ESPN that the coach continues to explore options. And this is where Saka would fit in. Not only has he shown great defensive ability in his breakout season with Arsenal, the 18-year-old has also shown offensive capabilities, with four goals and 18 assists. Nigeria team sources told ESPN that Saka has been approached, and it is now up to him to decide. It is a decision that the youngster is currently wrestling with. "It's a tough choice," Saka told SkySports. "I'm happy to have represented England at youth level but I'm also proud of my Nigerian heritage from my parents. "We haven't been picked by any team so it's about staying humble and when the time comes we'll make the decision." Considering the quality he could bring to the side, could it be a good idea for Rohr to hand him a call up in order to speed up that decision process? Former West Bromwich Albion and Stoke City forward Peter Odemwingie, who was born in Uzbekistan but chose to represent Nigeria, says the NFF are on the right track. "I'm a believer that anything forced or manipulated in life never ends up good," Odemwingie told ESPN. "The choice must come from those players. As they said, the door is open, but it has to come from their hearts and it has to be full commitment without looking back. "If he says hundred percent, I'm ready, I want to play for Nigeria, even if I'm in Real Madrid and World Player of the Year. If he says that himself, then you know, you can cap him now." Odemwingie pointed to his own experience and says players who decide to play for Nigeria must feel a genuine connection to the country. He added: "It depends on how the person feels. It has to be a decision made happily. For me, my dad had no other words than it's Nigeria and luckily for him, my mom also loves Nigeria. It depends on the relationship you have with your parents, how connected you are, have you been visiting? "Growing up, I had six years I spent as a kid in Nigeria, I watched a lot of our games on tapes. So, I had already built a connection and a bond to our national team, watching the Japan under 17 World Cup, watching the DVDs of Olympics 96, France 98, how we celebrated. "All those things they build up inside of you, and you will want to be part of that. When you celebrate those moments, even if it means going back watching videos, you kind of feel like you want to be part of that, or try to bring that kind of happiness to the nation, then it's an easier decision. "Obviously, some Nigerian boys will choose differently, like Tammy Abraham. I don't think it has anything to do with lack of interest for his roots or his Nigerian background. You have to respect everybody's choice. "But I will advise guys like that to play for Nigeria." If he makes the decision to play for Nigeria, Saka could be a game-changing addition to the team. But the NFF will not be pulling out the stops to get him, and that, it would appear, is the right strategy. 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by andrewbaba44: 6:54pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
sheyishemba: Cameroon better than us in quality ? No let me vex for you |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 6:55pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Joebie: Colin Udoh is very smart I hope Saka sees this |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by andrewbaba44: 6:56pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Edopesin: I can cosider Algeria but common why must he call Cameroon abi e no Dey watch ball ? 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by kellycute(m): 6:57pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Edopesin:don't tell me what tone I should use or not. Give credit to the team and stop associating their good result on luck and weakness of their opponents. It is annoying and irritating. Imagine una say if nor be uzoho we for collect goal wella . So uzoho na decoration for our goalpost before? |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by JayromWrites: 6:59pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
komekn:
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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 6:59pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
jihday: Rodgers is far better. Mourinho has hardly coached with bravery his whole career. Played like a coward in most tough matches. Can never be compared to Rodgers. As Rodgers put it, they are cut from different cloths. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by JayromWrites: 6:59pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
Isahalbash: I'm telling you |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Edopesin: 7:02pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
kellycute: Kindly show me the comment where I did the bolded Uzoho was our best player that day and that alone says a lot His saves kept us in the game 3 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 7:02pm On Jul 28, 2020 |
komekn: I agree to some extent. Because, i think Rodgers could have done more for Nacho. But, he really did breathe life back into Nacho's career. 1 Like |
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