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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude   The Aba-born midfielder was one of the two home-based players in Keshi’s starting eleven. He was born on November 28th 1988 and is a graduate of the famed Pepsi Academy. He burst onto the Nigerian football scene as a 17-year old for Enyimba of Aba and has gone on to play … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Sunday Mba

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude This versatile player, who can play as right back, centre back and defensive midfielder, is another member of Nigeria’s 2007 FIFA World Youth Championship squad. Born Efetobore Ambrose Emuobo in Kaduna on 18th October 1988, the tall defender plied his trade at Kaduna United for four years between 2006 and 2010. He … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile: Efe Ambrose

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude The victorious Super Eagles team was given a hero’s welcome yesterday as they landed in the country’s capital, Abuja on Tuesday afternoon. Many dignitaries, school children, men and women of the press and fans were present at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja to welcome Stephen Keshi and his boys from their … Continue reading FG and Individuals Reward Super Eagles for Returning With AFCON Trophy

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude This gifted winger cum striker was born on 12 December 1990 in Lagos but migrated to the United Kingdom after his parents were killed during the 2002 riots between Christians and Muslims in Kaduna. His parents (Mr Austine and Mrs Josephine Moses) were missionaries and amongst those targeted by the muslims during … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Victor Moses

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Stephen Keshi has made a U-turn on his decision to walk out on the Super Eagles. Nigeria Football Federation says Keshi has rescinded his resignation and negotiations continue, following the team’s win at the African Cup of Nations. The nation’s football governing body issued a statement early Tuesday on behalf of ‘The Big … Continue reading Keshi Rescinds His Resignation as Super Eagles Coach

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Stephen Keshi stunned the Nigerian populace yesterday when he resigned a day after leading the Super Eagles to their first African Cup of Nations title in 19 years. Keshi confirmed on South Africa’s Metro FM that he has handed in his resignation after Sunday’s victory. Keshi said on air that his resignation … Continue reading Furore as Coach Stephen Keshi Resigns

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude TOTTENHAM 2-1 NEWCASTLE Shola Ameobi came on as a substitute in the second half as Newcastle searched for an equaliser. Gareth Bale continued his impressive form in front of goal, scoring a brace to give his side the win.   SWANSEA 4-1 QPR Nedum Onuoha started the game for the strugglers, QPR … Continue reading WEEKEND UPDATE: Nigerians in the English Premier League

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Burkina Faso midfielder Jonathan Pitroipa was voted 2013 Orange Africa Cup of Nations Player of the Tournament after his side lost the final 1-0 to Nigeria on Sunday. Tunisian Youssef Msakni took the Nissan Goal of the Tournament award for his curling effort against Algeria. Despite scoring the same number of goals … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Awards for Pitroipa, Msankni, Emenike and Moses

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated the Stallions of Burkina Faso on Sunday to win the 2013 African Cup of Nations for the first time in 19 years. Warri Wolves midfielder, Sunday Mba was the hero of the day, scoring the lone goal in a very tight match. Coach Stephen Keshi made … Continue reading AFCON 2013: VICTORY! Nigeria Reclaims Top Spot in African Football

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude   The former Nigerian Youth International, Aide Brown Ideye, was born in Lagos on 10 October 1988. He started his career with Ocean Boys of Yenegoa in the Nigerian Premier League. His performance for the one-time NPL Champions earned him a spot in Nigeria’s squad for 2007 World Youth Championship in Canada … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Brown Ideye

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude   The bullish striker christened Emmanuel Chinenye Emenike hails from Anambra and was born in Otuocha, Aguleri on 10th May 1987. He started his career with Delta Forces before leaving the shores of the country to play in South Africa for Mpumalanga Black Aces and FC Capetown. His delivery in front of … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Emmanuel Emenike

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Uwa burst onto the Nigerian football scene as a precarious talent, making his debut for Bendel Insurance at 16-years old in 2004. The left back was born in Benin City on January 20 1988 and represented Nigeria at the FIFA World Youth Championship in Canada, playing five times and scoring once. This … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Elderson Uwa Echejile

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Nigeria International player, Peter Osaze Odemwingie has settled the rift with his club side, West Bromwich Albion and will return to full training with the first team squad. West Brom’s Chairman, Jeremy Peace and coach, Steve Clarke had a brief meeting and decided to fine Osaze two weeks’ wages – a punishment … Continue reading Osaze Settles Rift with Club, West Bromwich Albion

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude The 25 year-old midfield marshal was born in Jos on 22 April 1987. He made his mark at the 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship in the Netherlands where Nigeria lost to a Messi-led Argentine side in the final. He was named silver ball winner at the end of the tournament just behind … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – John Mikel Obi

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April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude The Super Eagles’ Number one goalie and deputy captain was born in Kaduna on 29 August 1982. The shot stopper made his mark in the Nigerian Premier League with Enyimba of Aba, with whom he won a myriad of titles including two CAF Champions League titles. He was always famously substituted by … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Vincent Enyeama

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