Archives Tag: football
‘Preparations are going as planned’, says Pinnick
April 19, 2022
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has expressed his satisfaction with the preparations for the 2019 African Cup of Nations in Egypt. Pinnick, who is also the first Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football, said he received daily reports from the several sub-committees in Egypt preparing for the continental event, and … Continue reading ‘Preparations are going as planned’, says Pinnick
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Mikel Ready For The Next Challenge After Boro Exit
April 19, 2022
Super Eagles skipper and former Chelsea man, Mikel Obi, has concluded his contractual stay with English Championship club, Middlesbrough, and the player is looking forward to the next challenge as he plans his exit. On Sunday, Mikel played his last game for Boro and scored his first goal for the team in their 2-1 win … Continue reading Mikel Ready For The Next Challenge After Boro Exit
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Do You Know: Classic Dribble Techniques To Teach Youngsters
April 19, 2022
Teaching soccer to youngsters can be tricy, especially when you have to start from the very beginning with them. In today’s world, everyone wants to play football because of the glamour surrounding the game, but only a few understand the passion and the level of devotion one has to put in before they can become … Continue reading Do You Know: Classic Dribble Techniques To Teach Youngsters
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WAFU Cup: Dennerby Lists 20 Falcons, Oshoala, Francesca Out
April 19, 2022
Super Falcons coach, Thomas Dennerby, has drawn up a list of 20 players to represent Nigeria at the forthcoming WAFU Women’s Cup Tournament in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. The tournament is expected to kick off on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, and run through Saturday, May 18, 2019. Nigeria finished third at the last edition of the … Continue reading WAFU Cup: Dennerby Lists 20 Falcons, Oshoala, Francesca Out
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NFF, FIFA Eulogize Yekini
April 19, 2022
On May 4, 2012, Nigeria lost a former super striker and the country’s all time highest goal scorer with 37 goals in 58 appearances. Rashidi Yekini passed on at the age of 48 after a prolonged illness, and his iconic performance for the Super Eagles is one the world will never forget. FIFA paid tribute … Continue reading NFF, FIFA Eulogize Yekini
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FIFA Open To Discuss Temporary Substitution Of Players
April 19, 2022
Tottenham Hotspur defender, Jan Vertonghen, chose to play on rather than go off the pitch, after suffering a head clash in Tuesday’s Champions League semi-final first leg defeat by Ajax Amsterdam. Although the player was later substituted, this event prompted brain injury charity, Headway, to call for changes to the FIFA rules. “Introducing substitutes specifically … Continue reading FIFA Open To Discuss Temporary Substitution Of Players
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Super Eagles To Arrive in Egypt Early
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles are set to arrive in Egypt earlier than any other team for the 2019 African Cup of Nations tournament. According to the team officials, the plan is to allow the Eagles familiarize themselves with the environment and train effectively for their AFCON group games, which are expected to kick off against Burundi … Continue reading Super Eagles To Arrive in Egypt Early
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Did You Know: Five Games That Won Barcelona The La Liga
April 19, 2022
On Saturday, 27th April, Barcelona won their fifth La Liga title in five years after defeating Levante 1-0, thanks to a brilliant goal from Lionel Messi. Barca clinched the title with three games to play, having pulled an amazing season run and currently are nine points head of Atletico Madrid, who Barcelona has also defeated … Continue reading Did You Know: Five Games That Won Barcelona The La Liga
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Ambode Match Moved to Agege Stadium
April 19, 2022
The long awaited game of heroes for the departing Governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode, originally scheduled to hold at the Onikan Stadium, which is currently under maintenance, has been moved to Agege Stadium. The match, which will feature prominent African legends against Naija legends, is geared at celebrating the sports accomplishments of the Akinwunmi … Continue reading Ambode Match Moved to Agege Stadium
Nigeria Lose AFCON SemiFinal To Guinea
April 19, 2022
After a pretty impressive campaign at the 2019 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria has been denied a final ticket by Guinea. Nigeria Vs Guinea Nigeria was the favorite to win the game, however, Guinea was not prepared to leave without a good fight. The Guineans held Nigeria to a goalless draw after regulation time. … Continue reading Nigeria Lose AFCON SemiFinal To Guinea
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Nigeria To Take On Guinea In Final U-17 AFCON Ticket Game
April 19, 2022
Having qualified for the FIFA U-17 World Cup and booked a ticket to the semifinal of the on-going African U-17 Nations Cup holding in Tanzania, Nigeria U-17 team still have yet another hurdle to cross at the continental championship. Nigeria will take on Guinea at the National Stadium, Dar es Salaam on Wednesday, April 24, … Continue reading Nigeria To Take On Guinea In Final U-17 AFCON Ticket Game
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NFF Appoints New Media Officers For National Teams
April 19, 2022
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Tuesday announced a set of new appointments to the role of Media Officers to the country’s various teams. According to a statement signed by the NFF Director of Communication, Demola Olajire, Toyin Ibitoye and Miss Jane Nweze have been retained for the Super Eagles and the Super Falcons respectively, … Continue reading NFF Appoints New Media Officers For National Teams
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We don’t need a new goalkeeper, says Rohr
April 19, 2022
Despite the very evident goalkeeping challenge the Super Eagles are faced with and the eminent woes of Nigeria’s first choice goalie, Francis Uzoho, Gernot Rohr has no plans of making any changes to the Nigeria squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. The gaffer believes that the three-time African champions have a lot a … Continue reading We don’t need a new goalkeeper, says Rohr
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Top Five Successful Nigeria Coaches
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s football teams have recorded a number of riveting victories in the past across every category of the sport, many of which have helped place the country alongside other top football nations in the world. As is the norm everywhere, the successes recorded by Nigeria’s teams at various events, as well as their failures, have … Continue reading Top Five Successful Nigeria Coaches
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Leicester City Boss Brendan Plans To Improve Ndidi’s Deep Midfield Role
April 19, 2022
Leicester City manager, Brendan Rodgers, has revealed plans to leverage on Wilfred Ndidi’s athleticism and skill on the ball, to improve the players deep midfield playing efficiency. The former Liverpool boss handed Ndidi the new role, and so far, the manager only has high praises for the Nigerian who is currently one of the best … Continue reading Leicester City Boss Brendan Plans To Improve Ndidi’s Deep Midfield Role
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