Archives Tag: 2014 FIFA World Cup
Five Lessons Learnt From The World Cup
April 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading Five Lessons Learnt From The World Cup
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World Cup Update: Nigeria vs France Match Preview
April 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading World Cup Update: Nigeria vs France Match Preview
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World Cup Update: Nigeria loses 3-2 to Argentina But Progresses to Second Round
April 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading World Cup Update: Nigeria loses 3-2 to Argentina But Progresses to Second Round
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Nigeria vs Bosnia Herzegovina: 3 Things Keshi Must Do To Ensure Victory
April 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading Nigeria vs Bosnia Herzegovina: 3 Things Keshi Must Do To Ensure Victory
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World Cup 2014: Five Things We Learnt in the Match Against Iran
April 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading World Cup 2014: Five Things We Learnt in the Match Against Iran
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Nigeria Kicks Off World Cup Campaign
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will rumble with Iran in their Group F opening fixture at the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil at the Arena da Baixada in Curitiba today, Monday 16th June 2014. The teams last met in an international friendly in 1998 which Nigeria won by a lone goal from … Continue reading Nigeria Kicks Off World Cup Campaign
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Brazil 2014: 5 Things Nigerians Would Like to See at The World Cup
April 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading Brazil 2014: 5 Things Nigerians Would Like to See at The World Cup
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Super Eagles Touch Down in Brazil
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have landed safely in Sao Paulo, Brazil for the World Cup after settling the rift with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) over match bonuses. The Super Eagles led by captain Joseph Yobo and coach, Stephen Keshi arrived in Sao Paulo at 8pm local time (2am Wednesday in … Continue reading Super Eagles Touch Down in Brazil
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Ice Prince and Nosa Feature in Etisalat’s World Cup Theme Song
April 19, 2022
It’s the World Cup season again, and Chocolate City artists ICE PRINCE and NOSA alongside other notable Nigerian artists, are collaborating with ETISALAT to show support for the SUPER EAGLES. The array of stars which also includes Seyi Shay, Dammy Krane and Sasha P have worked together on the ETISALAT official World Cup … Continue reading Ice Prince and Nosa Feature in Etisalat’s World Cup Theme Song
Nigeria Loses to United States
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles of Nigeria lost 2-1 to their American counterparts, courtesy of a brace from Jozy Altidore, in their final warm-up game before the World Cup commences next week. The brace ended Altidore’s six-month goal drought for his country. Altidore grabbed his first goal just after 30 minutes, with an easy … Continue reading Nigeria Loses to United States
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Google Begins Virtual Tour of World Cup in Host Country Brazil
April 19, 2022
The 2014 World Cup begins in a week and Google is bringing the World Cup experience to people who won’t be travelling to Brazil. Many of us will be watching on our small screens around the world. Google has launched a tour of the venues of the World Cup in Brazil online. In addition … Continue reading Google Begins Virtual Tour of World Cup in Host Country Brazil
Road to Brazil 2014: Emenike Can be Nigeria’s Yekini at The World Cup
April 19, 2022
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 … Continue reading Road to Brazil 2014: Emenike Can be Nigeria’s Yekini at The World Cup
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Nigeria Remains Static on FIFA Ranking
April 19, 2022
African champions, Nigeria, remained 44th in the monthly FIFA ranking released today. Last month, the Super Eagles moved up to 44th in the overall ranking and sixth in Africa. The Super Eagles polled a total of 640 points and will be looking at gathering more points to rise up on the log. Meanwhile, Algeria … Continue reading Nigeria Remains Static on FIFA Ranking
Cameroon, Italy, Argentina, Others, Name World Cup Squads
April 19, 2022
Rossi Dropped by Prandelli Florentine striker, Giuseppe Rossi was the major casualty when CesarePrandelli named his final squad for the World Cup on Sunday. The striker missed four months of the season through injury and couldn’t convince Prandelli to take him to Brazil. In his place, Prandelli has opted for Ciro Immobile, the striker … Continue reading Cameroon, Italy, Argentina, Others, Name World Cup Squads
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Road to Brazil: Four Things We Learnt Against Scotland
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles of Nigeria entered her final stages of preparation for the World Cup mundial with a friendly against a resilient Scottish team at Craven Cottage in London on Wednesday. The game which had a large turnout ended in a two-two (2-2) draw. However, there were some lessons we got from the match … Continue reading Road to Brazil: Four Things We Learnt Against Scotland
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