Archives Tag: Super Eagles
CHAN 2014: Odunlami Kunle, Christantus Ejike, Rabiu Ali Named Among Best Eleven Players
April 19, 2022
Despite falling short of glory, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have something else to smile about besides the consolation of a third place win. Three players from the Eagles have been honoured with the inclusion of their names in the top eleven players of the tournament. Defender Odunlami Kunle, Christantus Ejike (midfielder) and Rabiu Ali … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Odunlami Kunle, Christantus Ejike, Rabiu Ali Named Among Best Eleven Players
CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Square-up Against a Tough Ghanaian Team
April 19, 2022
For those following my series on the African Nations Championship, last week I focused on Ejike Uzeonyi, I’m sure many might be calling me a soothsayer; I’m sorry to disappoint you on that perception. I will describe the incredible comeback as a vindication of some of the research and work being put in to discover … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Square-up Against a Tough Ghanaian Team
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CHAN 2014: Super Eagles of Nigeria to Face Black Stars of Ghana in Semi-final
April 19, 2022
The home-based Super Eagles representing Nigeria at the Africa Nations Championship in South Africa will face their Ghanaian counterparts in one of the semi final pairings of the tournament. The Black Stars of Ghana emerged as Eagles’ opponent after clinching a berth in the Semi-final with a win over former CHAN champions, Democratic Republic of … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles of Nigeria to Face Black Stars of Ghana in Semi-final
CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Rally to Beat Morocco 4-3; Advance to Semi-Finals
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles of Nigeria rallied from a three-goal deficit to beat the Atlas Lions of Morocco 4-3 in a stunning display of resilience just as it advanced to the semi-final stage of the African Nations Championship. The Eagles went scoreless in the first half trailing the Lions 0-3. Barely five minutes into the second … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Rally to Beat Morocco 4-3; Advance to Semi-Finals
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CHAN 2014: Ejike Uzoenyi Showing Class
April 19, 2022
It has been a rejuvenated experience for the home-based Eagles at the ongoing African Nations Championship holding in South Africa. After conceding to a defeat to Mali in its first match, the Super Eagles still ended the group stage qualifying for the quarter finals with two consecutive victories against Mozambique and South Africa. It … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Ejike Uzoenyi Showing Class
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CHAN 2014: Super Eagles to Square-up Against Morocco in Quarter Finals
April 19, 2022
The home-based Super Eagles representing Nigeria at the 2014 African Nations Championships in South Africa will, perhaps, be facing its toughest battle this Saturday. The Eagles will be put to the test when they square-up against the Moroccan national team. The Eagles learnt of their opponents in the quarter finals when Morocco trumped Uganda on … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles to Square-up Against Morocco in Quarter Finals
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CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Defeat South Africa; Qualify for Quarter Finals
April 19, 2022
Nigeria had one of its best games since the start of the African Nations Championship in South Africa. The Super Eagles, comprising of home-based players, got an easy ride over host Bafana-Bafana in a 3-1 clash. Ejike Uzoenyi opened the net with a volley in the 22nd minute, which put the Eagles ahead while posing … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Defeat South Africa; Qualify for Quarter Finals
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CHAN: Super Eagles Back on Track with 4-2 Win Over Mozambique
April 19, 2022
Despite a poor opening with a 2-1 loss to Mali on Saturday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria got back on track at the 2014 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in South Africa with a 4-2 victory over Mozambique on Wednesday. The Eagles did not start the game against Mozambique on a good note as Dario Khan … Continue reading CHAN: Super Eagles Back on Track with 4-2 Win Over Mozambique
CHAN 2014: Can These Eagles Be Champs?
April 19, 2022
Mali brew up one of the earliest shockers of the CHAN tournament when it beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria 2-1 in the second game of Group A at Cape Town Stadium, South Africa on Saturday night. Goals from Abdoulaye Sissoko in the 17th minute and a second half cracker from roving left winger Adama … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Can These Eagles Be Champs?
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Glo CAF Awards: Stephen Keshi, Ethiopian Coach Pick Mikel for African Footballer of the Year Award
April 19, 2022
Coach of the Nigerian Super Eagles, Stephen Keshi made a statement over the weekend that it is about time Nigeria returned to its place of pride by having one of its star players win the coveted laurel reserved for individual performances. Coach Keshi, while speaking to the media after Nigeria’s win over the Ethiopian side … Continue reading Glo CAF Awards: Stephen Keshi, Ethiopian Coach Pick Mikel for African Footballer of the Year Award
Vincent Enyeama is Best Goalkeeper in Europe – Supersport
April 19, 2022
Super Eagles goalie, Vincent Enyeama, has been announced as the best goalkeeper in major leagues across Europe in the 2013/14 football season. According to a research by supersport.com, the ratio of saves made to goals conceded by Enyeama is the most impressive compared to any goalkeeper in any football club in Europe’s top leagues this season. The … Continue reading Vincent Enyeama is Best Goalkeeper in Europe – Supersport
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Nigerian Super Eagles Striker Emenike Signs Deal With Globacom
April 19, 2022
Super Eagles striker and Fenerbache frontman, Emmanuel Emenike, has inked a deal with Globacom Limited to become its brand ambassador. Emenike was unveiled as a ‘Glo Ambassador’ at the Mike Adenuga Towers in Lagos last Friday. Segun Adeyemo, national sales coordinator, Globacom, described Emenike as a model for what the Nigerian spirit embodies. “Globacom has … Continue reading Nigerian Super Eagles Striker Emenike Signs Deal With Globacom
Super Eagles Defeat Ethiopia 2 – 1; Keshi Lauds Team
April 19, 2022
The Super Eagles of Nigeria trumped the Ethiopian national team 2 – 1 on Saturday, 4th of January in a friendly match ahead of the African Nations Championship (CHAN). The Eagles wasted no time in netting the two goals in the first half of the game, which came through Ifeanyi Ede and Ugonna Ozochukwu at … Continue reading Super Eagles Defeat Ethiopia 2 – 1; Keshi Lauds Team
Group F: Eagles’ Golden Opportunity to Prove Critics Wrong
April 19, 2022
The World Cup finals seems like it is here already. After all, the teams that qualified for the tournament knew about their various match-ups just last weekend. Different permutations have started hitting headlines, with teams like England looking like they might just have another disastrous outing in the most prestigious soccer tournament in the … Continue reading Group F: Eagles’ Golden Opportunity to Prove Critics Wrong
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World Cup 2014: Nigeria to Play Argentina
April 19, 2022
Nigeria was grouped with familiar foes, Argentina in Group F for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. This is the fourth time in World Cup history Nigeria has been paired with the South American giants. The record is in favour of Argentines who boast a 3-0-0 record against the Super Eagles. Both teams met for … Continue reading World Cup 2014: Nigeria to Play Argentina
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