Archives Tag: football

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April 19, 2022

An anonymous source from the Super Eagles camp in Egypt has revealed that the Technical Director, Gernot Rohr, has begun training the Eagles on the art of perfect penalty shots. Nigeria will take on Cameroon in their Round of 16 fixture, and in the event that the game extends into penalty rounds, the coach wants … Continue reading Rohr Begins Penalty Training For Eagles

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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi, has completed a move to Turkish club Trabzonspor on a two-year deal with an option of another year, the club revealed via their official website. The Nigerian international had a brief fantastic run with champions league side, Middlesbrough, last season and will now join Eagles teammates Ogenyi Onazi and Anthony … Continue reading Mikel Completes Move to Trabzonspor

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

A US-based Nigerian striker, Ediomo Mbosowo, has said he is willing to make a return to service for his nation if he is called up by the country’s U-20 team, the Flying Eagles. The young striker, who is on target for Oklahoma Energy FC 01 Boys in the United  States Youth Soccer competition, is hoping … Continue reading US-Based Mbosowo Eyes Flying Eagles Spot

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Health Philanthropy SPORTS

April 19, 2022

Without doubt, football is the most popular sport on earth with footballers gaining global recognition for what they are capable of doing with the round leather object. Most football players are seen as role models due to their celebrity status and great show of athleticism while doing their job. However, the off-field activities of some … Continue reading Nigerian Footballer William Troost Ekong Leads Campaign Against Neglected Tropical Diseases

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SPORTS throwback thursday

April 19, 2022

In the midst of the depressing situation and the political crisis which rocked the country in the 90s, Nigerians still found a way to be patriotic enough to root for the Super Eagles team when they played the final match against Argentina on 3rd August 1996. Our joy was boundless when the final whistle was … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: When Nigeria Ruled Olympics Football (1996)

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

The Super Eagles recorded a back-to-back win in their second group game against Guinea, and have now secured a place in the Round of 16 of the ongoing 2019 African Cup of Nations in Egypt. The Eagles are the first team to qualify for the second round of the competition after grabbing another 3 points … Continue reading 2019 AFCON: Super Eagles Defeat Guinea, Qualify For Round Of 16

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

All fixtures in the Round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup have been completed. Now the final eight must battle to decide who gets a place in the semifinal round of the global showcase. See the results from the Round of 16 draws below: Round of 16 Date Fixture Saturday, June 22, … Continue reading 2019 Women’s World Cup: Round Of 16 Results, Quarterfinal Draw

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

Having lost a 3 point chance in their 2-2 opener against Madagascar in the 2019 African Cup of Nations, Guinea would be looking forward to defeating the Nigerian team when they meet, to boost their chances of making it into the next round of the continental showdown. A win for the Super Eagles, however, would … Continue reading 2019 AFCON: Guinea Coach Eyes Win Over Nigeria

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

After about two years off the game, former Super Eagles goalie, Vincent Enyeama, is looking forward to making a return to club football next season. The former AFCON champion last played for Lille in April 2017 and was released in August 2018 by the club. The former Nigerian international began his professional career with Ibom … Continue reading Enyeama Seeks Return To Club Football

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April 19, 2022

The rules that govern the game of football make it one of the most engrossing sports to have ever been invented. The usual uncertainty of the game and the spontaneity of its players has made football such an interesting sport to watch, and over time, this sport has grown to be arguably the most viewed … Continue reading Do You Know: Major Changes To The Rules Of Football In 2019

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

Super Eagles technical adviser, Gernot Rohr, is optimistic the Super Eagles will perform better in their next group game of the on-going African Cup of Nations against Guinea. Nigeria struggled to a one goal victory against Burundi in their opening game of the AFCON at the Egyptian Mediterranean city of Alexandria on Saturday, June 22. … Continue reading Rohr Optimistic Eagles Would Do Better Against Guinea

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

Now that all the teams that participated in the FIFA Women’s World Cup know their fate, FIFA has released the draw for the round of 16. Saturday, June 22, 2019 Venue Fixture Time Grenoble Germany vs Nigeria 15:30 (GMT) Nice Norway vs Australia 19:00 (GMT) Sunday, June 23, 2019 Venue Fixture Time Valenciennes England vs … Continue reading Women’s World Cup Round Of 16 Draw

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

For the first time in 20 years, Nigeria has qualified for the knockout round of the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

Scotland, Argentina Draw Revives Hopes of Knockout Round The Super Falcons are taking in a breath of fresh air after Argentina and Scotland’s theatrical 3-3 draw in their final Group D match at the ongoing Women’s World Cup. Argentina Vs Scotland Knowing that their hopes rested on a draw between Argentina and Scotland, the Falcons … Continue reading 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Hope For Nigeria

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Social Media SPORTS Women

April 19, 2022

As the eighth edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup is ongoing, the Nigeria national women’s football team – the Super Falcons – is keeping the Nigerian flag flying and we hope they do us proud. The Super Falcons has been the most successful team in the history of the African women’s championship and have … Continue reading Social Media Accounts To Follow: 4 Members Of The Super Falcons You Should Know

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