Archives Tag: Arinze Ude
Nigerians light up the English FA Cup
April 19, 2022
Newcastle started their post-Demba BA era with a defeat to Championship side, Brighton Hove and Albion as Shola and Sammy Ameobi became the first brothers to start in the same Newcastle side since George and Ted Robledo graced St. James Park winning FA Cup together in 1952. Newcastle’s misery was compounded when Shola Ameobi was … Continue reading Nigerians light up the English FA Cup
Nigeria holds Catalonia to a draw
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude Nigeria kicked off the preparations for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations against a Catalonia side with a heavy presentation of FC Barcelona players – nine (9) in total. Catalonia and other regions of Spain like the Basque and Andalusian Countries play friendlies but do not compete in official international competitions. The … Continue reading Nigeria holds Catalonia to a draw
Keshi To Invite 17 Foreign Stars For 2013 AFCON
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi is expected to name the list of 17 foreign stars invited to camp with the 24 home based players in Faro, Portugal in preparation for the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (South Africa 2013) this week. Officials disclosed that there will be a few notable omissions on … Continue reading Keshi To Invite 17 Foreign Stars For 2013 AFCON
WEEKEND UPDATE: Nigerians In The English Premiere League.
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Shola Ameobi and Newcastle United were bamboozled by Manchester City, who was looking to respond positively after their derby loss to Manchester United last week. Sergio Aguero and Javi Garcia gave the visitors a first half lead before Demba Ba pulled one back. Mercurial captain, Yaya Toure put the icing on the … Continue reading WEEKEND UPDATE: Nigerians In The English Premiere League.
AFCON Draws For Golden Eaglets and Flying Eagles.
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. The Golden Eaglets have been grouped alongside Ghana, Congo and Cote D’Ivoire in Group B for the forthcoming African U-17 Championships scheduled for Morocco next year. Group A comprises of Morocco, Gabon, Tunisia and Botswana. The championships will be held between April 23 and 27 next year. The semi-finalists will represent Africa … Continue reading AFCON Draws For Golden Eaglets and Flying Eagles.
Onazi Attracts North London’s Tottenham Hotspurs!
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Lazio midfield sensation, Onazi Ogenyi could be on his way to North London side, Tottenham Hotspurs according to reports in Italy. Onazi made his Super Eagles debut in 3-1 win over Venezuela in an international friendly in Miami, USA, on November 14 and his performance sparked an interest from Tottenham. Onazi stepped … Continue reading Onazi Attracts North London’s Tottenham Hotspurs!
Roundup: Nigerians in the UEFA Champions League
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude Efe Ambrose and Celtic couldn’t replicate the effort and performance that saw them dispatch Barcelona last time out as they lost 2-1 to Portuguese side, Benfica, in Lisbon. Celtic will need to win their last group game against Spartak Moscow at home and hope Barcelona defeats Benfica to reach the knockout … Continue reading Roundup: Nigerians in the UEFA Champions League
Players offer bribe to play in the National Team
April 19, 2022
by Arinze Ude Former Nigeria national team coach, Clemens Westerhof has revealed that players bribed their way into the national team in the past. The self-acclaimed ‘Dutchgerian’ told Supersport.com players who did not merit a place in the national team got call-ups after giving money to the selectors. “We had a situation where we had … Continue reading Players offer bribe to play in the National Team
US Born Footballer, Bright Dike, Called Up For Venezuela Friendly.
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Portland Timbers striker, Bright Dike has been called up by coach, Stephen Keshi for Wednesday friendly duet with Venezuela in Miami. Bright Dike is one of players drafted into the team after John Mikel Obi, Onyekachi Apam and Victor Moses all excused themselves from the game. The other player is Gomo Onduku … Continue reading US Born Footballer, Bright Dike, Called Up For Venezuela Friendly.
Weekend Update: Nigerians In The English Premier League.
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Osaze Peter Odemwigie and West Bromwich Albion travelled down to the DW Stadium to take on Wigan Athletic. Osaze had to settle for a place on the substitute bench, coming on for Irish striker, Shane Long in the second half. West Brom won 2-1. Victor Anichebe was left out of Everton’s squad … Continue reading Weekend Update: Nigerians In The English Premier League.
Weekend Update: Nigerians In The English Premier League.
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Nigerian-born, Nedum Onuoha, came on as a second half substitute for Armand Traore after the latter picked up an injury in their 1-nil loss against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta saved Arsenal’s blushes after QPR lost Stephan Mbia to a red card for a rush of blood to the head. … Continue reading Weekend Update: Nigerians In The English Premier League.
Amstel Malta Chosen As Official Drink For Williams Sisters Tour
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Amstel Malta has been signed on as the official drink of the planned visit of international tennis icons, Serena and Venus Williams to Lagos, Nigeria from Tuesday 30 October to Friday 2 November 2012. The Williams sisters are coming to Lagos on the platform of ‘Breaking The Mould’ campaign, a women’s empowerment … Continue reading Amstel Malta Chosen As Official Drink For Williams Sisters Tour
Update: Nigerians In Champions League 2012
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Elderson Echejile started his first UEFA Champions League match this season against Manchester United at Old Trafford for SC Braga of Portugal. The Portugese took a shock 2nil lead in the first 25 minutes through Brazilian, Alan before some resurgent performance saw United come from behind to win 3-2. Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez … Continue reading Update: Nigerians In Champions League 2012
Sunshine Stars Fire Blank In Cairo
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. Sunshine Stars couldn’t break down Egyptian Power House, Al Ahly in their African Champions League Semi-Final second leg Clash at The Militrary Academy Stadium in Cairo. The match was almost called off when Zamalek, Ismaili and other Egyptian clubs’ players along with the Ultras blocked Sunshine Stars Hotel Base protesting against Al … Continue reading Sunshine Stars Fire Blank In Cairo
Weekend Update: Nigerians In The English Premier League (EPL)
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude. John Mikel Obi started Chelsea’s lunch time date with Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane. It was a fiery encounter which ended with Chelsea winning 4-2 winners. Chelsea opened the scoring via a beauty from defender, Gary Cahill; Juan Mata scored a brace before Daniel Sturridge rounded off the scoring. William Gallas … Continue reading Weekend Update: Nigerians In The English Premier League (EPL)