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RomanceRe: Single Guys: Do You Need A Girlfriend/Wife, Then Stop Doing These 5 Things by Robenna(m): 12:17am On Oct 21, 2019
2016
Noo
I Am A Christian Now
That Was Den
European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga)Re: Chelsea Vs Newcastle United (1 - 0) On 19th October 2019 by Robenna(m): 3:45pm On Oct 19, 2019
Loose For Chelsea
SportsNigeria's Aribo, Ajayi Set The Cat Eyes At Nigeria Vs Brazil by Robenna(op): 10:42pm On Oct 16, 2019
Joe Aribo and Semi Ajayi are not supposed to be starters for Nigeria's Super Eagles, but after two excellent efforts in recent weeks, including a 1-1 draw against Brazil this past weekend, coach Gernot Rohr will have much to consider. When they both started the last friendly against Ukraine, it didn't look anything out of the ordinary. Aribo and Ajayi did so by default, filling in for two players who had withdrawn from injury. Aribo for Wilfred Ndidi and Ajayi for Kenneth Omeruo. One month on and repeat pullouts once again saw both players handed starting shirts against Brazil. It was Omeruo again who begged off in defence, and in midfield, while Ndidi returned, Oghenekaro Etebo took his turn to pull out with injury. It turned out to be a another good day for the stand-ins. Again. Ajayi cut an impenetrable figure in defence, and Aribo went and got himself his second goal from his first two international starts. Which means it looks as if those withdrawals are about to have permanent consequences for the starting lineup going forward, not to mention a gargantuan selection headache for Rohr. Ajayi cut an imperious tower in defense, playing at centreback alongside William Troost-Ekong, where his imposing figure harkened back to days of the gentle giant Uche Okechukwu. The West Bromwich Albion defender, who can play as a right back and central midfielder, was a bulwark against the fearsome Brazil frontline of Neymar (who left early to injury to be replaced by Phillipe Coutinho), Roberto Firmino, Richarlison and Gabriel Jesus. Troost-Ekong has made it a habit to look good in defence, but he looked even better with Ajayi beside him. But Ajayi's most important contribution, as he did against Ukraine, was his ability to gobble up aerial bombardments. It is instructive that it was one of the few headed battles he lost that led directly to Brazil's equalizer, after Aribo had given the Super Eagles the lead. If there's to be any complaint about his performance, it was his tendency to drift way up the pitch, and into territories that centrebacks are not supposed to chart. As for Aribo, his first two international appearances could not have gone any better. He scored on his debut against Ukraine, then followed it up by scoring against Brazil, and not a second string either. Even with that notch on his belt, it was a measure of the Rangers man that with 82 minutes on the clock, Aribo still had the lungs and the will to hunt down Richarlison on a dangerous break, block the pass, then nick the ball from the Everton man. And deep into stoppage time, his own breakaway forced a professional foul from Thiago Silva which, a few meters closer to goal could have been a red card. So now, these two men who were low down the depth chart have provided reason for Rohr to develop a few more grey hairs. Benin and Lesotho are up next month in two 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. With all his players fit and available, who does the German pick to start? Omeruo has improved so much this past year at Leganes that he has become a stalwart in that Nigeria backline and showed it at the Afcon. But how does Rohr justify dropping Ajayi? Or does he go for three at the back? It is the same thing in midfield. Aribo may not score in his next game for Nigeria, but he doesn't need to. What he offers is his energy, tidy play, and the constant threat of a goal, which means that dropping him could well set off Twitter rants across the nation. But who goes out? Ndidi is virtually untouchable. Etebo, when fit, offers different looks in both attack and defense and - contrary to some opinion - Alex Iwobi puts on a good shift behind the striker. Just a few months ago, Ajayi was getting cut from Nigeria's Afcon 2019 squad, and few Nigerians had even heard of Aribo. How times have changed. Other notes... He has taken flak for his game management, but Gernot Rohr went some way to answering his critics. For one, his team played with great shape and kept one of the most dangerous national team strike forces at bay for 90 minutes and change. He also broke from his usual tradition, giving almost all the new call-ups game time. So Maduka Okoye may not have got his time in goal if not for injury to Francis Uzoho, but at least Rohr picked him and not Ikechukwu Ezenwa. Uzoho took plenty of criticism leading up to Afcon after his error against Seychelles. But he has bounced back and cemented his place as the Super Eagles' number one... and then gets injured. While it was a chance for Rohr to hand Dusseldorf goalkeeper Okoye his debut, it is still a bit worrying for the lad. Meanwhile, Peter Olayinka saw himself involved along with Ramon Azeez, as did Dennis Bonaventure. All provided great opportunities to have the rule run over them. But Paul Onuachu will need to do some to convince Nigerians he is the best backup forward to Victor Osimhen, after play continually broke down at his feet.
SportsRe: Nigeria Vs Brazil 1 - 1: International Friendly On 13th October 2019 by Robenna(m): 10:28pm On Oct 16, 2019
Tammy don cry
GamingRe: See The Complete Roster For WWE 2k20 Game by Robenna(m): 10:22pm On Oct 16, 2019
and so
Nairaland GeneralRe: People Killed In Onitsha Fuel Tanker Fire Outbreak (Graphic Photos) by Robenna(m): 10:20pm On Oct 16, 2019
My GOD! Have Mercy O LORD!! We Plead For Mercies! This is soooooo Terrible ! What a Horrible way to leave the Earth.... Condolences!! There is a need for all To Live Ready.. Anytime, Anywhere, anyone could go..
SportsRe: Tomori Still Eligible For Super Eagles After England Snub by Robenna(m): 5:06pm On Oct 16, 2019
There Must Be A Reason Why God Made Tomori To Be Denied Of His Cap
And The Reason Is:
"To Play For Nigeria"
Nairaland GeneralRe: What's A Question You Hate When People Ask You? by Robenna(m): 8:10am On Oct 14, 2019
Me: Good Evening Ma Ma: Good Evening, Are You Back? Ill Feel Like Killing U
SportsRe: Ahmed Musa Celebrates His 27th Birthday Today by Robenna(m): 8:07am On Oct 14, 2019
27 or 37 Any One But Guys Why Isnt This Guy Playing For Nigeria Again
GamingRe: Pc Vs Ps4: Which Is Better In Terms Of Gaming by Robenna(op): 8:00am On Oct 14, 2019
Did U Have Fifa 20
GamingRe: Pc Vs Ps4: Which Is Better In Terms Of Gaming by Robenna(op): 7:58am On Oct 14, 2019
Noo Pc Can Be Bought At 50000 naira
CelebritiesRe: Bbnaija Winner’s Party: Mike And His Wife Rock Each Other On The Dancefloor by Robenna(m): 2:25pm On Oct 12, 2019
Nonsense
GamingPc Vs Ps4: Which Is Better In Terms Of Gaming by Robenna(op): 2:24pm On Oct 12, 2019
Pls Tell Me What You Chose And Why You U Chose It
GamingRe: Gaming Pc Vs PS4 Which Is Better by Robenna(m): 2:19pm On Oct 12, 2019
It Depends If U Are A Game Boy Better Choose Pc Instead Of PS4 or Bla Bla
GamingRe: HELP: Gaming Enquires by Robenna(m): 2:13pm On Oct 12, 2019
Real Pes No Crack Plss
GamingRe: HELP: Gaming Enquires by Robenna(m): 2:12pm On Oct 12, 2019
Pls I Always Download Demo Games Can Anyone Download Send Me Full Game?
Jokes EtcRe: Attempting To Eat 4 Unripe Plantain In A Minute by Robenna(m): 1:59pm On Oct 12, 2019
No Did Abeg
SportsRe: Tammy Abraham Debuts For England Senior Team, Plays For Only 3 Minutes by Robenna(m): 1:57pm On Oct 12, 2019
England Sef Abraham Just 3 Minutes Southgate Just Remembered In 87th Minute That Tammy Is In Bench
PoliticsRe: 2020: Military, Police To Spend 91% Of Budgets On Salaries, Others by Robenna(m): 1:49pm On Oct 12, 2019
Nawao
GamingRe: I Don Tire For Dis My Fifa Problem by Robenna(m): 2:51pm On Oct 11, 2019
Send It To Me
PoliticsRe: Invitation: President Muhammadu Buhari Wedding Is Tommorow. Pic by Robenna(m): 2:48pm On Oct 11, 2019
Buhari Is Ok
GamingHelp Me With Pc Games by Robenna(op): 2:43pm On Oct 11, 2019
Please I Need Any Pc Game If You Have Whether Pes 2010,fifa 7 etc U Can Send It To Me As Soon As Possible Even If It Will Take 100 naira Send It In My Email prpsperikoroha@gmail.com
SportsRe: Henrikh Mkhitaryan Scores On Roma Serie A Debut by Robenna(m): 7:16am On Sep 16, 2019
The Thing Is That
Roma And Arsenal Are Having Fraustrating Season
CelebritiesRe: Naira Marley Responds To Ibrahimovic Who Said “there Can Only Be One Zlatan” by Robenna(m): 1:14pm On Sep 15, 2019
Zlatan himself never talk
na his so called best friend is talking
WORK NO PAY
CrimeRe: Welder Lures Okada Man To His House In Minna, Kills, Buries Him (Graphic) by Robenna(m): 10:03am On Sep 15, 2019
Okada Man = Wasted
Welder Man =Arrested

Wat Kind Of World Is This
FamilyRe: Pastor Joel Banimore Accuses Wife Of Having Romance With Senior Pastor In Ibadan by Robenna(m): 7:12am On Sep 14, 2019
Guys
If Not For Church
Wil There Family Have Splited
Nairaland GeneralRe: Trailer Crushes Two Kids In Okpara, Delta State (Graphic Photos) by Robenna(m): 7:00pm On Sep 12, 2019
Children=Wasted

Driver=Ran away
Na So Lives De Minus
European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga)Re: Sergio Ramos Wants Ballon D'or For Van Dijk by Robenna(m): 10:05am On Sep 12, 2019
Hi Im New Here Dear

I Need Information

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