Kenneth Omeruo Attempts to Break into Chelsea FC’s First Team
Fresh from an outstanding performance in the ongoing World Cup in Brazil, Kenneth Omeruo has received applause and he has been tipped to replace John Terry in the Jose Mourinho-coached team, Chelsea FC. Chelsea is so pleased with the performance of Nigerian defender Kenneth Omeruo at the World Cup that they may not ship […]
Mikel Speaks After World Cup Exit
These are certainly not great times for Nigeria and Chelsea FC midfielder Mikel Obi after a dismal performance at the World Cup. There were high expectations that Mikel would take the World Cup by surprise, but it turned sour with a below par performance from a player who is arguably the Super Eagles’ best. […]
Five Lessons Learnt From The World Cup
Nigeria’s participation at the World Cup held in Brazil took a bitter blow when the Super Eagles came up against a determined French side. So many have criticised the Super Eagles and their coaching crew, but here are five lessons we took from our World Cup adventure. 1.Preparation ‘on field’ and ‘off field’ is key […]
World Cup 2014: The Recap- Nigeria Vs France
Nigerians were at the edge of their seats watching their darling team dazzle yesterday, but their expectations turned sour at the end as France delivered a bitter defeat to the Super Eagles. The omens are now good for the French to go all the way to the Maracana on July 13th as their recent World […]
World Cup Update: Nigeria vs France Match Preview
The second round of the knockout stage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup continues today at 5pm with a mouth watering clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Le Bleus of France. This is the first of three knockout phases before the final at the Maracana stadium. The last time these two teams played […]
World Cup Update: Nigeria loses 3-2 to Argentina But Progresses to Second Round
A match which didn’t disappoint the neutrals saw five brilliant goals scored and records created. The Super Eagles kept the line-up that won against the Bosnia Herzegovinians with Joseph Yobo making his 100th cap for the Super Eagles. Argentina’s defence was worrying at times, but when you have Messi it’s not a problem. Argentina’s travelling […]
World Cup Update: Match Preview- Nigeria vs Argentina
The present World Cup which has produced over 100 goals already is arguably going down as the best World Cup ever. Tomorrow at exactly 5pm Nigerian time, Nigeria will face the Albiceleste of Argentina in a group winner match. A draw for the Super Eagles will be enough to guarantee a second round place regardless […]
World Cup 2014: The Bad Boy of Nigerian Football Turns Saviour
It was all about Osaze Odemwingie after the match against Iran and it is still about the Uzbekistan born Striker after the match against Bosnia Herzegovina. A match which to many which if lost, would have been branded a poisoned chalice for Osaze Odemwingie after Stephen Keshi allegedly said that he didn’t play to […]
Nigeria vs Bosnia Herzegovina: 3 Things Keshi Must Do To Ensure Victory
The Super Eagles of Nigeria started their World Cup duties on a low after playing a barren draw with the defence-minded Iranian team. Picking up a draw at the World Cup stage isn’t a bad result, but when you have got a bright Bosnia Herzegovinian side to play and are facing playing an Argentine […]
World Cup 2014: Five Things We Learnt in the Match Against Iran
A match which ended as a tie that could guarantee the Super Eagles passage to the second round ended up being one of the most keenly contested matches in the group stages. The match definitely left us with some lessons before we line up against Bosnia Herzegovina. Here are the top five lessons we can […]
World Cup Update: Match Review: Iran – Nigeria
If you call it a game of two dull halves, you wouldn’t be wrong. With no rise in the tempo of the game, Iran and Nigeria were forced to settle for the first draw of the 2014 World Cup on Monday as there were no goals in Curitiba. Nigeria dominated possession in the Group […]
World Cup Update: Super Eagles Attempt to Crush Iran
The stage is set for the Eagles’ opening game in Brazil against their Iranian counterpart. The Super Eagles will flag off their World Cup campaign when they battle Iran at the Arena da Baixada in Curitibia. It is the first time both teams will be clashing at the World Cup, with the Super […]
Brazil 2014: 5 Things Nigerians Would Like to See at The World Cup
The stage is all set and dice have been cast for the 2014 World Cup which commences today in Brazil. Brazil is desperate to make a powerful statement of intent in today’s World Cup opener against Croatia as they seek to relieve the suffocating pressure that has engulfed the team in the build-up to […]
7 Things You Must Know Before Heading to Brazil for the World Cup
Brazil is a place many see as a tourist paradise but for fans travelling for the World Cup, here are seven things you need to know: 1. Share your itinerary with family or a friend. Write down your itinerary, including flights, hotel information, contact numbers and dates of travel, and give it to a […]
Road to Brazil 2014: Emenike Can be Nigeria’s Yekini at The World Cup
As Nigeria prepares to take on the USA in a friendly match to prepare for the World Cup finals, one player Nigeria will be looking up to for scoring goals is Emmanuel Emenike. Emmanuel Emenike is a striker who plays for Fenerbahce. He was born on 10 May 1987 in Otuocha, Nigeria. Emenike started […]
Road to Brazil: Eagles Play Goalless Draw with Greece
The Super Eagles of Nigeria were in action against the Greek National team. This match which was one the matches organised by the NFF in the USA to fine tune preparations for the World Cup finals in Brazil ended in a barring draw. The scoreline however, does not reflect the tempo of the game, as […]