Archives Tag: Gernot Rohr

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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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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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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has released his final list of players for the upcoming 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. Many football enthusiasts have reacted to the list, expressing their desire for Nigeria to lift the trophy one more time; one of whom is the former Vice-President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), … Continue reading Super Eagles’ Squad List For AFCON 2019

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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has defended his decision to withdraw Kelechi Iheanacho and Semi Ajayi from his final Africa Cup of Nations squad. The gaffer in a statement to pressmen revealed that he had been monitoring the performance of the Nigerian players before they arrived camp in Asaba, and his decision was made … Continue reading Rohr Defends Decision To Exclude Iheanacho From AFCON Squad

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April 19, 2022

As the Super Eagles converge at their training camp in Asaba, the team’s gaffer, Gernot Rohr, is hopeful that his players will be fit and in optimum condition in time for the 2019 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), which is expected to run from June 21, to July 19, in Egypt. A number of Eagles … Continue reading ‘Only The Fittest Team Can Win The AFCON’, Says Rohr

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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles Technical director, Gernot Rohr, has lauded skipper Mikel Obi for his early arrival to the Eagles camp in Asaba to prepare for the 2019 African Cup of Nations showdown in Egypt. The playmaker has not made an appearance for the Nigerian senior men’s team since their exit from the 2018 FIFA World Cup … Continue reading Mikel Is Committed To Leading The Super Eagles, Says Rohr

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April 19, 2022

The Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has named skipper, Mikel Obi, alongside 24 other players for the forthcoming 2019 Africa Cup of Nations showdown in Egypt. According to a statement by the Director of Communications at the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF),  Ademola Olajire, Rohr has also placed six players on standby. After a prolonged … Continue reading Rohr Names Mikel And 24 Others For 2019 AFCON

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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has debunked rumors that former Nigerian international, Victor Moses, would be making a return to the Nigerian team ahead of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals. Moses, who opted to take an extended breather from the Nigeria national team in August last year to focus on his … Continue reading Moses Is Still In Retirement Away From Nigeria, Says Rohr

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April 19, 2022

Former Super Eagles International and team captain, Joseph Yobo, has asked Gernot Rohr not to bother inviting the big-guns for the team’s next month final Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier home game against Seychelles. The Nigeria senior men’s team have already booked a place in the continental final, however, they will host Seychelles in … Continue reading AFCON: Yobo Sends Clear Message To Rohr

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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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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has debunked the idea that there are high profile players in Nigeria’s current national team, ahead of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, saying each player will have to put in an extra effort for the good of the team. The gaffer buttressed his point by recalling … Continue reading “We don’t have big stars,” says Rohr

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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles technical adviser, Gernot Rohr, will most likely give room to players in the national team’s lower caste to prove themselves when Nigeria meets Seychelles on March 22, in an African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers fixture. Although Nigeria has long qualified for the finals scheduled to take place in Egypt, the Eagles will … Continue reading Rohr To Play B-Team Against Seychelles

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April 19, 2022

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have qualified for the final round of the 2019 African Cup of Nations, after missing out on the last two editions of the tournament. The three-time African champions will be looking to make their stand and stake a claim to the AFCON title when the tournament begins next year in … Continue reading 2019 AFCON: NFF Orders Eagles To Begin Training For Cameroon

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April 19, 2022

The Super Eagles were held to a 0-0 stalemate yesterday night by Uganda, in a friendly game staged at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba. The people of Asaba came out in droves to watch the Super Eagles make a public show of their opponents, however the sturdy Ugandan team had a plan of their own … Continue reading Super Eagles Kept In Check By Sturdy Uganda

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April 19, 2022

Super Eagles technical adviser, Gernot Rohr, will make a set of changes to the national team before they face Uganda in Tuesday’s international friendly, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State. The Super Eagles picked their ticket to the final round of the 2019 African Cup of Nations when they played South Africa to … Continue reading 2019 AFCON: Six Changes We Will See In Nigeria Vs Uganda

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