Archives Tag: Green Eagles

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What You Need To Know About Late Joe Erico

April 19, 2022

  The Nigerian football world was shocked on Thursday, January 21, 2021, after the news of the demise of former Nigerian goalkeeper, Joe Erico, was made public. Nicknamed “Jogo Bonito”, information from his family revealed that he complained of stomach ache before giving up the ghost at the age of 72 in Lagos State. Tomiwa … Continue reading What You Need To Know About Late Joe Erico

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Golden Moments of Nigerian Sports: The Emergence of Green Eagles as Champions of the 1980 AFCON

April 19, 2022

The history of Nigerian sports in the 20th century and beyond would be incomplete without mentioning the event of March 22nd, 1980. Without a doubt, the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) is the biggest competition in African football and it will not be out of place to name it the biggest sporting event in Africa. … Continue reading Golden Moments of Nigerian Sports: The Emergence of Green Eagles as Champions of the 1980 AFCON

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Did You Know? The Late Nigerian Footballer, Samuel Okwaraji Was A Trained And Qualified Lawyer

April 19, 2022

To some, Samuel Okwaraji would be an unfamiliar name, especially if you were born in the 90’s or have no interest in football. Yet to others, Samuel Okwarajiโ€™s name is one that brings memories of a hero, a patriot and a football star.ย  It is a name fondly remembered by the manner of his death … Continue reading Did You Know? The Late Nigerian Footballer, Samuel Okwaraji Was A Trained And Qualified Lawyer

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