Archives Tag: Nigerian Football
Oshoala Hails NFF’s Bid To Host AWCON
April 19, 2022
Super Falcons of Nigeria and FC Barcelona Femini forward, Asisat Oshoala, has hailed the interest of Nigeria Football Federation towards hosting the 2020 African Women’s Cup of Nations after initial hosts, Congo Brazaville pulled out from hosting the continental showpiece back in June, 2019, citing lack of funds. Read more about Asisat Oshoala The Confederation … Continue reading Oshoala Hails NFF’s Bid To Host AWCON
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Nigeria vs Poland: Mikel, Ajayi and Etebo Out!
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles will be without skipper Mikel Obi, Junior Ajayi and Oghenekaro Etebo on Friday as they face Poland for an international friendly in preparation for the Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup tournament. Mikel Obi Mikel was scheduled to be in Poland for the games, but due to recent mishaps, the player may miss-out … Continue reading Nigeria vs Poland: Mikel, Ajayi and Etebo Out!
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Kwara United Sack Technical Adviser, Obuh
April 19, 2022
The management of the Nigeria Professional Football League outfit, Kwara United made public the recent removal of technical adviser John Obuh from their books. The announcement was related to Complete Sports Nigeria by the club’s media officer Waheed Bibire, stating that the decision was fueled by the poor performance of the club since the beginning … Continue reading Kwara United Sack Technical Adviser, Obuh
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Victor Moses Wins 2018 NFF Player Of The Year
April 19, 2022
Chelsea midfielder and Super Eagle’s top gun, Victor Moses was crowned the NFF player of the year at the 2018 Aiteo/Nigeria Football Federation awards held in Lagos on Monday evening. After being edged out of the CAF Player of the Year award, the 27-year-old has once again shown his bright light as he was crowned … Continue reading Victor Moses Wins 2018 NFF Player Of The Year
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Wilfred Ndidi Ranks 9th in African Power Ranking
April 19, 2022
According to a power ranking of African stars doing amazingly well in the international scene, released by Goal.com, Ndidi has been ranked number 9 amongst 20 players selected. Goal.com described the sensational midfielder as one of Africa’s best defensive midfielders. “Wilfred Ndidi continues to establish himself as one of Africa’s top defensive midfielders, even if … Continue reading Wilfred Ndidi Ranks 9th in African Power Ranking
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Onazi, Back To Training At Trabzonspor After Knee Knock.
April 19, 2022
Super Eagles midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi, has confirmed speculations that he may return to training this week after he suffered a knee knock injury. Speaking to CSN correspondent, Onazi expressed his eagerness to return to the field after missing Trabzonspor’s last three games, including a 0-0 draw away at Genclerbirligi on Saturday. The 25-year-old has suffered … Continue reading Onazi, Back To Training At Trabzonspor After Knee Knock.
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Maradona: Super Eagles Put A Dent On Argentina’s Kill-Squad Reputation
April 19, 2022
Football legend, Diego Maradona, has expressed his concern for Argentina’s reputation going into the finals of the World Cup tournament in Russia come June. The former Argentine top gun, who captained his team to the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, which they won. Many players have named the football Hall of Famer as their inspiration … Continue reading Maradona: Super Eagles Put A Dent On Argentina’s Kill-Squad Reputation
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Google Honours Nigerian Football Legend, Stephen Keshi With an Iconic Search Doodle
April 19, 2022
Born January 23, 1962, Stephen Okechukwu Keshi or ‘Big Boss’ as he was fondly called, was one of the greatest icons to have graced the length and breadth of the Nigerian Football scene, in dual positions as a Player and captain of the Super Eagle’s team in 1994, and much later as a coach of … Continue reading Google Honours Nigerian Football Legend, Stephen Keshi With an Iconic Search Doodle
Hopeful Onyekuru Feeling Loved At Everton
April 19, 2022
Nigerian forward, Henry Onyekuru, has said the “love” he has received from everybody at Everton will help him “recover even more quickly” from the knee injury he suffered, three days before Christmas, when he collided with goalkeeper, Hendrik Van Crombrugge, in an encounter with his former employers, Eupen. The forward has been more than instrumental … Continue reading Hopeful Onyekuru Feeling Loved At Everton
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2018 CHAN: Rwanda Hold Humdrum Home Eagles
April 19, 2022
If hitting the crossbars was taken as goals scored, then the Home Eagles would have probably scored their most goals yet in any game. It was nothing short of sheer luck for the Rwandan side in the second game of Group C in the 2018 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) in Tangier, Morocco. The matchup ended in … Continue reading 2018 CHAN: Rwanda Hold Humdrum Home Eagles
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6 Players That Could Make A Super Eagles Comeback For The World Cup
April 19, 2022
The 2018 FIFA WORLD CUP in Russia is just six months away, and preparations are already underway for the tournament. With upcoming international friendlies and training sessions, the Super Eagles have got to be on top of their game if they want to pull through the group stage of the world cup into the round of … Continue reading 6 Players That Could Make A Super Eagles Comeback For The World Cup
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Yakubu Aiyegbeni Announces Retirement from Football
April 19, 2022
The former Super Eagles forward announced his retirement from football on his 35th birthday. The ‘YAK’, as he was fondly called made a total of 250 play appearances, and scored 96 goals. 57 of his appearances were for the Nigerian national team from 2000 to 2012 with 21 goals to his name. He began his … Continue reading Yakubu Aiyegbeni Announces Retirement from Football
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Nigeria vs Argentina: NFF Confirms Friendly
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian Football Federation has confirmed speculations that Nigeria will take on Argentina in a high-profile international friendly in Krasnodar Arena Stadium in Russian on Tuesday, 14 November. The NFF confirmed the information through it’s General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, on Saturday stating that nearly all arrangements have been put in place for the match-up … Continue reading Nigeria vs Argentina: NFF Confirms Friendly
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Yobe Desert Stars and Heartland FC Return to NPFL
April 19, 2022
Things are looking up for the northern-based team YDS’; after 15 years long absence from the professional League. The stars picked the berth after defeating Adamawa United 2: nil in a Nigeria National League game on Wednesday. Goals from Maigari Bajibri and Maika Zaruma sealed their lead and tipped the team into the senior league … Continue reading Yobe Desert Stars and Heartland FC Return to NPFL
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