Archives Tag: Confederations Cup
Confederation Cup Round Up
April 19, 2022
JAPAN 1-2 MEXICO Both sides had nothing but pride to play for as Mexico departed the competition on a winning note. Mexican striker, Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez scored twice and missed an opportunity to take home the match ball when he blazed the rebound of his penalty kick into the stands. Japan got their goal through … Continue reading Confederation Cup Round Up
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Confederations Cup 2013: Round Up
April 19, 2022
BRASIL 2-0 MEXICO Neymar stole the show with a virtuoso display, netting a goal and setting up another as Brasil waltz into the semi-finals. Brasil coach, Felipe Scolari named an unchanged line-up from their opening game against Japan while the Tri Color of Mexico made just one change from the team that lost to Italy, … Continue reading Confederations Cup 2013: Round Up
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Pre-Confederations Cup Doping Test Results are out
April 19, 2022
On Saturday, Prof Jiri Dvorak, the FIFA Chief Medical Officer announced that all analyses of the samples of the players picked from the eight participating teams ahead of the start of the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 have provided negative results. No contraband was found in the urine and blood samples collected. The analyses … Continue reading Pre-Confederations Cup Doping Test Results are out
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Confederations Cup Round Up
April 19, 2022
BRASIL 3-0 JAPAN Hosts, Brasil easily dispatched Asian champions, Japan in the opening fixture of the tournament. Neymar got the ball rolling in the third minute, unleashing a thunderbolt into the top right hand corner. Neymar who hadn’t scored in 9 games prior to this fixture, showed why he’s been touted the next Pele with … Continue reading Confederations Cup Round Up
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Namibia Holds Nigeria To Draw, Leaving Hope For Brazil 2014 To Malawi
April 19, 2022
Nigeria played its Brazil 2014 qualifying match against Namibia yesterday, and was held to a 1-1 draw. This puts Nigeria in a tight spot, leaving the only hope for qualification in the next match against Malawi, where Nigeria needs a clear win. The outing was a blow to the Super Eagles, who in a few … Continue reading Namibia Holds Nigeria To Draw, Leaving Hope For Brazil 2014 To Malawi
In Blow to Super Eagles, Victor Moses and Kalu Uche Are Injured
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude Nigerian duo, Victor Moses and Kalu Uche have been ruled out of Nigeria’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers and Confederations Cup campaign next month — due to injuries. Both attackers join Emmanuel Emenike on the treatment table and have given Keshi a lot to worry about. Keshi said: “It’s unfortunate that they informed us … Continue reading In Blow to Super Eagles, Victor Moses and Kalu Uche Are Injured
Werder Bremen Striker, Joseph Akpala, Recalled to Super Eagles
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude Werder Bremen of Germany striker, Joseph Akpala has been recalled to the Super Eagles as a replacement for injured AFCON star, Emmanuel Emenike. Akpala, who recently returned from a lengthy injury layoff, is expected to play a part in Eagles’ summer matches. Eagles are scheduled to take on the Tri Color of Mexico … Continue reading Werder Bremen Striker, Joseph Akpala, Recalled to Super Eagles
Super Eagles vs Mexico Friendly: Venue, Date, Tickets all set
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude The Mexican Football Federation have confirmed a date with the Nigerian Super Eagles. The Mexican National team, El Tricolor will face the Super Eagles in a friendly game on the 31st of May at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. The match will be part of Mexico’s annual US tour, which is … Continue reading Super Eagles vs Mexico Friendly: Venue, Date, Tickets all set
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