Elderson Echiejile Reinstated In 23 - Man Squad?
Published: June 10, 2014
Earlier reportedly dropped from the World Cup party as a result of a muscle injury, Elderson Echiejile might have been reinstated in the 23 - man squad, the print edition of The Nation is reporting.Remember that the Nigeria Football Federation has categorically not come out with a statement, denying or confirming repor...
Segun Odegbami Visits Eagles In USA
Published: June 10, 2014
On the eve of their departure to Brazil, retired Nigeria international Segun Odegbami visited the Super Eagles camp and was part of their training at Jacksonville.The former Shooting Stars forward said that he was motivated to watch the team at training because of the caliber of players in camp.Segun Odegbami was part ...
Vincent Enyeama Believes It Is Time For Africa To Win World Cup
Published: June 10, 2014
Lille numero uno Vincent Enyeama has opined that African teams participating at the World Cup will pull their weight in Brazil.And he has picked Nigeria, Ivory Coast and Ghana as the main flag-bearers that will represent the dark continent creditably.Speaking to reporters, the deputy Super Eagles skipper said : “...
Obi Mikel : Nigeria Could Win The World Cup
Published: June 10, 2014
Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel reckons that the Super Eagles will live up to their billing as African champions at the World Cup.The last time Nigeria qualified for the last 16 was 16 years ago,  and including that game against Denmark, they have gone 7 matches without a victory.“Hopefully, we can see an ...
Official : David Abwo Ends Collaboration With Zaglebie Lubin
Published: June 09, 2014
Through a note on the official website, Zaglebie Lubin have announced the departure of former Flying Eagles midfielder David Abwo from the club. The Holland 2005 Fifa Under 20 World Cup star has spent the last three years with the Polish club, scoring 8 goals in 75 top flight matches. The Coppers lost their Premier Lea...
Tension Brewing Between Emmanuel Emenike And John Obi Mikel In Eagles Camp
Published: June 09, 2014
Allnigeriasoccer.com can confirm that all is not well at the Super Eagles camp ahead of their first game in the mundial against Iran. There is tension brewing between two of the main stars - Fenerbahce attacker Emmanuel Emenike and John Obi Mikel of Chelsea - whose shoulders success or failure at the tournament in Braz...
NFF Supremo, Aminu Maigari : Super Eagles Will Not Disappoint In Brazil
Published: June 09, 2014
NFF supremo, Aminu Maigari, believes the Super Eagles will justify their rating as African champions at the World Cup despite failing to win any of their tune - up games.It is worthy of note that Nigeria prepared for the mundial by playing five quality exhibition matches; against 4 of the top 20 ranked countries in the...
Iran Win Final Friendly Game Against Trinidad and Tobago
Published: June 09, 2014
Asia powerhouse Iran will go into their clash with Nigeria at the World Cup brimming with confidence following their 2 - 0 win over Trinidad and Tobago in Sao Paulo on Sunday evening. Iran coach, Carlos Queiroz, named a starting lineup that should be the same when they trade tackles with the Super Eagles next week.Ehsa...
Asagba To Tutor Coaches At Ogun Intl Soccer Tourney
Published: June 08, 2014
FIFA/CAF Instructor Professor Babatunde Olu Asagba has been lined up along with former Chelsea FC of London Youth Coach Fennessey Harty Thomas to deliver papers in a train the trainers workshop organise for football coaches at the maiden Under-13/Under-16 International Soccer Tourney tagged Ogun Unity Cup’.The gr...
Francis Chibuike Nets Brace For KuPS
Published: June 08, 2014
FC Midtjylland reject, Francis Chibuike, bagged a brace for his new Finnish club KuPS, as they thrashed Mariehamn 4 - 0 at the Savon Sanomat Areena (Kuopio) on Sunday.The former FC Ebeidei talent opened scoring in the 16th minute before he completed his brace five minutes to the end of the first half.Remember that 20 -...
FCT Coaches Rally Round Stephen Keshi
Published: June 08, 2014
The FCT Chapter of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association has expressed optimism on the abilities of  Coach Stephen Keshi to lead the Super Eagles to an outstanding performance at the 2014 World cup beginning this week in Brazil.Rising from their monthly congress in Abuja at the weekend, the Coaches said that&nb...
Varberg Striker Peter Nsima Explains Bench Role
Published: June 08, 2014
Varberg attacker Peter Nsima, who netted his second goal of the season on Saturday in the 2 - 1 win over ängelholm, has admitted that he has had less playing opportunities this term as a result of injury.Indeed, after 11 rounds in the Superettan, the 25 - year - old has managed only two starts, including yesterday...
Fanendo Adi, Obafemi Martins Grab Brace In MLS
Published: June 08, 2014
FC Copenhagen loanee Fanendo Adi notched up his second consecutive brace away from home in the MLS, as Portland Timbers defeated Real Salt Lake 3 - 1 on Saturday.The former Dynamo Kiev and Metalurh Donetsk striker was on target in the 36th and 45th minute to hand Portland Timbers a 2 - 1 lead going into the interval.Fa...
Eskisehirspor , Sivasspor Kicked Out Of Europa League
Published: June 08, 2014
Despite playing in the final of the Turkish Cup final last term,  EskiÅ�ehirspor have been kicked out of the 2014 - 2015 UEFA Europa League for running foul of Article 2(07)g of the Regulations of the UEFA Europa League.The rule states that clubs must not be involved in any activity aimed at arranging or influenc...
Ex USA Youth - Teamer, William John: Eagles Will Show Their True Colours In Brazil
Published: June 08, 2014
Former USA youth - teamer and AZAL midfielder, William Oluremi John, was on the podium when Nigeria clashed with United States on Saturday.The Super Eagles will head to Brazil without a win in their five exhibition matches, following the 2 - 1 loss to Team USA at EverBank Field (Jacksonville, Florida).Buoyed by a parti...