Archives Tag: Super Eagles
Do You Know: The Number of Times the Super Eagles Have Won The AFCON
April 19, 2022
Football or Soccer is a global phenomenon; a uniting force and language for all races, gender, socio-economic and socio-cultural classes, religious inclinations, and age ranges. It is a well understood language, spoken without words but sheer demonstration of athleticism, creativity, brilliance, intelligence, bravery, perseverance. A sport characterized with a mixture of euphoric sensations; sweat, blood, … Continue reading Do You Know: The Number of Times the Super Eagles Have Won The AFCON
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Nigerian Footballer William Troost Ekong Leads Campaign Against Neglected Tropical Diseases
April 19, 2022
Without doubt, football is the most popular sport on earth with footballers gaining global recognition for what they are capable of doing with the round leather object. Most football players are seen as role models due to their celebrity status and great show of athleticism while doing their job. However, the off-field activities of some … Continue reading Nigerian Footballer William Troost Ekong Leads Campaign Against Neglected Tropical Diseases
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2019 AFCON: Super Eagles Defeat Guinea, Qualify For Round Of 16
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles recorded a back-to-back win in their second group game against Guinea, and have now secured a place in the Round of 16 of the ongoing 2019 African Cup of Nations in Egypt. The Eagles are the first team to qualify for the second round of the competition after grabbing another 3 points … Continue reading 2019 AFCON: Super Eagles Defeat Guinea, Qualify For Round Of 16
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2019 AFCON: Guinea Coach Eyes Win Over Nigeria
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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Enyeama Seeks Return To Club Football
April 19, 2022
After about two years off the game, former Super Eagles goalie, Vincent Enyeama, is looking forward to making a return to club football next season. The former AFCON champion last played for Lille in April 2017 and was released in August 2018 by the club. The former Nigerian international began his professional career with Ibom … Continue reading Enyeama Seeks Return To Club Football
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Rohr Optimistic Eagles Would Do Better Against Guinea
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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Femi Kuti To Perform At 2019 AFCON Opening Ceremony
April 19, 2022
Afrobeat maestro, Femi Anikulapo-Kuti, will thrill the crowd with his compelling arrangement of delightful afro-music at the opening ceremony of the 2019 African Cup of Nations in Egypt. The legendary singer, who is also a four time Grammy Award nominee (2003, 2010, 2012 and 2013), will share the big stage with two other international acts; … Continue reading Femi Kuti To Perform At 2019 AFCON Opening Ceremony
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Super Eagles’ Squad List For AFCON 2019
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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Rohr Defends Decision To Exclude Iheanacho From AFCON Squad
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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‘Only The Fittest Team Can Win The AFCON’, Says Rohr
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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Mikel Is Committed To Leading The Super Eagles, Says Rohr
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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Rohr Names Mikel And 24 Others For 2019 AFCON
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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‘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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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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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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