Archives Tag: football
Golden Moments In Sports -Samuel Okwaraji’s Death: The Myth Vs The Truth
April 19, 2022
A tactical team up of Samuel Okwaraji and Rashidi Yekini is probably Nigeria’s most technical forward lineup in history. Both players were a huge force to reckon with in their day, making the then Super Eagles squad totally invincible. It is, however, very heartbreaking that Nigeria never got to fully experience the fullness of the … Continue reading Golden Moments In Sports -Samuel Okwaraji’s Death: The Myth Vs The Truth
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Ndidi Reminds Me of Steven Gerrard
April 19, 2022
Leicester City gaffer, Brendan Rodgers, has likened Super Eagles star, Wilfred Ndidi, to adept holding midfielder, Steve Gerrard. The coach has so far been very pleased with how the Nigerian has handled his holding midfield role in the past weeks ,with precise tackles and impeccable ball control. The 22-year old was an unstoppable centre pivot … Continue reading Ndidi Reminds Me of Steven Gerrard
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AITEO/NFF Awards : Ahmed Musa, Onome Ebi Emerge Best Players In Nigeria
April 19, 2022
As always, the Nigeria Football Federation, sponsored by energy giant, AITEO, put up a riveting show at the star studded NFF/AITEO Awards, held on 1st April 2019 at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Elite players, coaches, stakeholders, and other prominent guests witnessed what many would arguably call, the most emotional awards ceremony … Continue reading AITEO/NFF Awards : Ahmed Musa, Onome Ebi Emerge Best Players In Nigeria
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Golden Moments In Sports: Okocha Vs Oliver Khan
April 19, 2022
Austin Azuka ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha is inarguably Nigeria’s most celebrated midfielder. The Nigerian was a delight to watch on the pitch. His remarkably precise and quick-witted skill on the ball dazzled both fans and non-football enthusiasts alike, with his signature smirk as he would trot across the field after a fulfilling goal. Jay Jay is … Continue reading Golden Moments In Sports: Okocha Vs Oliver Khan
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Everyday Heroes- Nigeria’s Atlanta ’96 Olympics Dream Team
April 19, 2022
When it comes to sports, football is unarguably the most popular in Nigeria. It is played anywhere, anytime, anyhow; from tarred streets to grass fields, dusty grounds to muddy and murky pitches, under the sun and in the rain, amateur or professionally, as hobby and as a career. In the history of Nigeria’s sports and … Continue reading Everyday Heroes- Nigeria’s Atlanta ’96 Olympics Dream Team
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U-23 AFCON Qualifiers: Olympic Eagles Advance To Next Round
April 19, 2022
Nigeria has advanced to the next stage of the U-23 African Cup of Nations qualifiers, having defeated Libya 4-0 at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba on Monday. The Libyans already had one foot in the next round of the qualifiers, after they successfully routed Nigeria 0-2 in the first leg of the game on … Continue reading U-23 AFCON Qualifiers: Olympic Eagles Advance To Next Round
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Men You Should Know- Stephen Okechukwu Keshi
April 19, 2022
The ‘Big Boss’ sounds like the nickname given to the head of a cartel, or a kingpin, or the title of the head of a syndicate. Well, whatever comes to your mind when you hear the phrase ‘the Big Boss’, you can as well replace that with Stephen Okechukwu Keshi. A boss in every sense; … Continue reading Men You Should Know- Stephen Okechukwu Keshi
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Mikel Obi Finally Reveals Why He Left China
April 19, 2022
Super Eagles skipper, John Mikel Obi, is now a huge sensation since he joined Middlesborough on a short term loan deal in the January transfer window. Prior to his return to European football, Mikel had spent two years with Chinese Super League side, Tianjin TEDA, where he was on a class of his own due … Continue reading Mikel Obi Finally Reveals Why He Left China
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Iwobi Scores As Arsenal Lose 3-1 Away to Rennes
April 19, 2022
Arsenal’s Europa league campaign has hit the rocks, following the team’s woeful 3-1 away loss to French side, Rennes, on Thursday. Arsenal got off to a great start via Alex Iwobi’s early opener within four minutes of the game, giving the team a superb advantage over the Julien Stéphan led French side. All Arsenal had … Continue reading Iwobi Scores As Arsenal Lose 3-1 Away to Rennes
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Golden Moments In Sports: Home Eagles Pummel Niger In CHAN 2016 Opener
April 19, 2022
Do you remember when Nigeria’s home-based Eagles utterly crushed Niger Republic in the first game of their 2016 Championship for African Nations (CHAN) campaign, in Kigali, Rwanda? We sure do. Prince Aggre all but opened scoring for Nigeria less than one minute into the game, but Niger goalie, Alzouma Inoussa, stopped the player’s goal bound … Continue reading Golden Moments In Sports: Home Eagles Pummel Niger In CHAN 2016 Opener
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Okaro Named New Nnewi United Coach
April 19, 2022
Former Green Eagles and Enugu Rangers International midfielder, Benjamin Okaro, has been named the new Technical Adviser of Nnewi United. Okaro, who up until now had been based in the US, retutned to replace former manager, Anayo Offor, who himself joined the team after his predecessor Willy Udube, left the division for NPFL side, Go … Continue reading Okaro Named New Nnewi United Coach
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FIFA U-20 World Cup: Flying Eagles To Face USA, Ukraine, Qatar
April 19, 2022
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn into Group D of the FIFA U-20 World Cup, alongside Ukraine, Qatar, and the USA. The draw has placed the Nigerian U-20 team in one of the sturdiest groups in the forthcoming tournament, and the team must prepare for the challenges they will face if they must … Continue reading FIFA U-20 World Cup: Flying Eagles To Face USA, Ukraine, Qatar
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“It’ll Be Difficult To Win The 2019 AFCON, But We Are Not Under Pressure” – Rohr
April 19, 2022
For the very first time in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations, 24 teams will be vying for a chance to emerge as Africa’s champions at the continental finals scheduled to take place in Egypt this June. Although the Super Eagles of Nigeria have already booked a spot at AFCON, the Nigeria senior … Continue reading “It’ll Be Difficult To Win The 2019 AFCON, But We Are Not Under Pressure” – Rohr
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Oshoala, Barcelona’s New Warrior Queen
April 19, 2022
Asisat Oshoala has successfully proven her worth to Barcelona’s Women’s team two times in a row. The Nigerian put up an amazing display of skill and strength in her debut for the team, crowning her efforts with a goal. In her second game for the team, Oshoala has taken her total goal tally to 3 … Continue reading Oshoala, Barcelona’s New Warrior Queen
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Mikel In Good Hands At Middlesborough
April 19, 2022
After an impressive performance for Middlesborough in last Saturday’s 3-2 win against West Bromwich Albion at the Hawthorns, Mikel Obi’s new boss cannot hide the excitement of having the player in his team. Mikel has so far made only two appearances for Middlesborough since he signed a short term deal with the English football league … Continue reading Mikel In Good Hands At Middlesborough
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