Lukman Haruna Defends Red Card Incident
Published: February 03, 2013
 Nigerian midfielder Lukman Haruna has commented on his altercation with Lassana Diarra in the exhibition game between Dynamo Kiev and Anzhi  Makhachkala (2-2).In Saturday's training match held in Spain, both players - Haruna and Lass - were dismissed by the referee after 45 minutes.''Sometimes we get on the ...
Africa's Best Referee, Djamel Haimoudi To Handle Nigeria - Ivory Coast
Published: February 03, 2013
Algerian referee Djamel Haimoudi has been nominated by African football governing body CAF to officiate the African Nations Cup quarter-final clash between the Ivory Coast and Nigeria.Without any doubt, Sunday's clash at Rustenburg will be the pick of the games so far in this tournament between two of the strongest sid...
Didier Ya Konan: We Will Get Through This
Published: February 03, 2013
Hannover 96 star Didier Ya Konan is targeting a starting shirt against Nigeria this afternoon at Royal Bafokeng Stadium in the quarter-finals of the African Nations Cup.The former Asec Mimosas striker got off the mark in the group stage, coming on as a substitute to score against Tunisia.''We are sharpened for the matc...
Nigerian-Born Abdul Razak: I Am ready To Give My Life For Ivory Coast
Published: February 03, 2013
Lille forward  Salomon Kalou was silent throughout the group matches at the African Nations Cup. Now, he is looking forward to scoring his first goal against the Super Eagles in Sunday's mouth watering clash in  Rustenberg.''I know I have not scored yet. This is not the right thing for an attacker. But I'm no...
Flying Eagle Felix Udoh Training With Partizani Tirana
Published: February 01, 2013
Nigeria youth international Felix Okon Udoh is presently in Albania undergoing tests with second division side Partizani Tirana., according to Panorama Sport.One of the priorities of coach Shpetim Duro before the start of the second stanza of the league is the recruitment of a left sided player. On Thursday, Udoh, who ...
Peter Ijeh On The Wishlist Of Ljungskile SK
Published: February 01, 2013
The former top scorer in the Swedish championship Peter Ijeh is on the wishlist of Ljungskile SK, who campaign in the Superettan.Ijeh, 35, left GAIS two months before his contract officially expired just before the end of the 2012 season. Now, the free agent is close to a move to LSK, fotbolltransfers.com has exclusive...
Nsima Peter On The Brink Of Varbergs BoIS Deal
Published: February 01, 2013
Varbergs BoIS recently tested Nigerian striker Nsima Peter, whose contract with Kristianstads FF has expired. There is a possibility that he will be offered a deal by the Swedish second - tier club.''It is clear that he is an exciting player. He has the potential to become a good football player, '' says BoIS sports di...
Sunday Mba Impresses Coach Stephen Keshi
Published: February 01, 2013
Nigeria gaffer Stephen Keshi has been criticized by the Press and fans for taking an inexperienced squad to the African Nations Cup. 17 players are making their debut at Africa's premier soccer competition. The ex Togo coach has told the public to be patient with the team as he rebuilds for the future. One of his rooki...
Didier Drogba: Everybody Knows How Good Mikel Is
Published: February 01, 2013
In an interview with the official website of Fifa ahead of Sunday's quarter-final with Nigeria, Ivory Coast skipper Didier Drogba has admitted that it will be a difficult match against one of the traditional teams on the continent.''Against Nigeria, it will be a tough game, against a team that also intends to go far in...
Obi Mikel Tips Nigeria To Overcome Ivory Coast
Published: February 01, 2013
After initial doubts on his availability for Sunday's African Nations Cup cracker against the Elephants, Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel has shared his thoughts and impressions on the quarter-final tie.Mikel, who is playing in his fourth African Cup of Nations, has predicted that the Eagles will overcome Ivory Coast ...
Victor Moses: We Should Not Think Of Individual Awards
Published: February 01, 2013
Victor Moses is expecting a tough match between the Super Eagles and the Elephants of Cote d' Ivoire on Sunday in the quarter-finals of the African Nations Cup.It was Moses's brace late in the second half that handed Nigeria victory against Ethiopia. In two days time, the Super Eagle comes face to face with  Salom...
Peter Odemwingie Barred From Training
Published: February 01, 2013
Peter Odemwingie's future at West Brom hangs in the balance following his failed transfer to Queens Park Rangers on deadline day. Now, the outspoken Nigeria international has been told by the Baggies hierarchy not to return to training until next week.''I have been given a few days off and will be back in training next...
Official: Oldham Athletic Sign Iwelumo, Obita
Published: February 01, 2013
Through a statement on the official website, League One outfit Oldham Athletic have announced the capture of Anglo - Nigerian midfielder Jordan Obita, who arrives Boundary Park on loan for the next one month.19- year -old Obita, an England youth - teamer, has been handed the number 15 jersey and is eligible to play aga...
Nasarawa United Arrive Peru To Face Club Universitario de Deportes
Published: January 31, 2013
Ahead of the resumption of the Nigeria Premier League, which has been tentatively fixed for February 16, newly promoted Nasarawa United arrived Peru on Thursday morning for exhibition matches against some of the top clubs in the South American nation.The Alphonsus Dike tutored side will face Peru heavyweights Club Univ...
Official: Obiora Nwankwo Returns To Parma
Published: January 31, 2013
Through a statement on the official website, Serie B club Padova have announced that  Obiora Nwankwo has returned to parent club Parma, who own half of the economic rights of the Nigeria international.''The Calcio Padova announces that it has formalized a return to 'FC Parma midfielder Obiora Nwankwo born 1991 (14...