Efe, Onazi Believe It Is Not Mission Impossible Yet; After Winning ONCE In Ten Games
Published: September 11, 2014
After picking a solitary point from their first two group fixtures, Nigeria, the defending champions of the African Cup of Nations, have a mountain to climb if they are to defend their title in Morocco, beginning from next January.But Lazio midfielder Eddy Onazi and Celtic defender Efe Ambrose have not taken that task ...
Stephen Keshi Suggests Super Eagles Standards Have Dropped
Published: September 11, 2014
Speaking at a press conference after the goalless draw against South Africa, Nigeria manager Stephen Keshi has admitted that the squad improved slightly compared to the lackluster display against Congo in their penultimate match.And he has suggested the standards of the Super Eagles dropped, having not played a competi...
Official : Gabriel Agbonlahor Pens New Four - Year Aston Villa Deal
Published: September 10, 2014
Through official channels, Aston Villa have informed the public that Anglo - Nigerian striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has committed his future to the English Premier League club for the next four years.“ I’m excited for this season and I’m excited for the next four years. It’s a fantastic feeling for...
Innocent Emeghara Plays Down Link To Fiorentina
Published: September 10, 2014
Swiss - Nigerian attacker Innocent Emeghara has reacted to reports linking him with a shift to Fiorentina.The ex Livorno and Siena man has claimed that there has not been contact with the leadership of the Serie A side regarding a deal .“I know nothing, I can not say anything. Now there are so many teams with whi...
Emmanuel Emenike Returns To Starting Lineup
Published: September 10, 2014
Stephen Keshi has reacted to the loss against Congo by altering his starting lineup for the crucial African Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa this evening. Nnamdi Oduamadi, Uche Nwofor and Ramon Azeez were all relegated to the bench for today’s clash in Cape Town, with the trio replaced by Emmanuel Em...
Luton Town Run The Rule Over Dubi Ogbonna
Published: September 10, 2014
Luton Town manager John Still was in the stands on Tuesday to run the rule over Kettering Town attacker Dubi Ogbonna at Latimer Park, according to northantstelegraph.co.uk.The coach and his assistant must have left the stadium nodding their head in approval, after the Anglo - Nigerian netted his sixth goal of the seaso...
Celtic Go For Watford Dazzler Ikechi Anya
Published: September 10, 2014
Anglo - Nigerian winger Ikechi Anya is on the radar of Glasgow Celtic, the British edition of the Daily Mail has reported.The 26 - year - old was courted by the Scotland champions before the window slammed shut, and it is thought they will be able to revive that interest when the transfer market reopens in just over th...
Rivers Angels New Poster Girl Asisat Oshoala Prepared For AWC
Published: September 09, 2014
Rivers Angels new poster girl Asisat Oshoala is one of the 30 players that have been summoned to the national team camp ahead of the African Women Championship which begins in Namibia later next month.Few weeks ago, the offensive all-rounder was in the spotlight after her seven goals contributed to the Falconet...
Joseph Mbong Delighted To Be Accepted By Bolton Wanderers Old - Timers
Published: September 09, 2014
Maltese - Nigerian striker Joseph Mbong says he is delighted that he was immediately accepted by the Bolton Wanderers old - timers when he began practicing with the Championship side on Monday.Bolton Wanderers, who once had Austin Okocha and Lateef Elford-Alliyu on their payroll, will run the rule over the 17 - year - ...
Uche Nwofor Set To Complete Move To Belgium After South Africa Clash
Published: September 09, 2014
According to leaks gathered by allnigeriasoccer.com’s editorial staff, the future of Nigeria international Uche Nwofor could be in Belgium.The soon - to - be 23 - year - old has agreed terms with an unnamed Jupiler League side, and what remains before a formal announcement is made on the identity of the club is j...
President, Nigeria Football Coaches Association Vows To Expose Chris Giwa
Published: September 09, 2014
The National President of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association Bitrus Bewarang has advised the factional President of NFF, Chris Giwa to stop parading himself as the President of the Federation and take a step of honour by vacating the Glasshouse with immediate effect. The former Super Eagles Assistant Coach said t...
Zlatan Ibrahimovic Escapes Red Card After Elbowing Bayern Munich Defender David Alaba
Published: September 09, 2014
The highlight of Sweden’s Euro 2016 qualifying fixture against Austria (1 - 1) on Tuesday night was PSG superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic turning out for the Scandinavian country for the 100th time in his career. On the flip side, Zlatan Ibrahimovic was fortunate to escape being red carded after he elbowed Austrian - ...
Fiorentina Want Innocent Emeghara As Cover For Injured Giuseppe Rossi
Published: September 09, 2014
Fiorentina are shopping in the free agents market for an attacker after Giuseppe Rossi underwent an operation on his right knee. Tio.ch says the leadership of the Viola has beamed its searchlight on Innocent Emeghara as Rossi’s replacement.The Italian - Nigerian forward remained without a club after the close of ...
Injured Ikechukwu Uche Unlikely To Honour Super Eagles Invitation
Published: September 08, 2014
Unconfirmed reports in the local media suggest Nigeria manager Stephen Keshi has slightly juggled his squad for the upcoming meeting against South Africa in Cape Town, after dropping misfiring Uche Nwofor and El Kanemi goalkeeper David Obiazor.To replace the two players in the roster are Villarreal striker Ikechukwu Uc...
FC Midtjylland Midfielder Femi Ajilore Returns To Full Fitness
Published: September 08, 2014
According to the official website, FC Midtjylland midfielder Femi Ajilore might return to the pitch after the international break after recovering from an undisclosed ailment.The Nigeria international has not had game time at all in the current season for the first team, but he could return to the pitch today when the ...