Super Eagles Late For Training Ahead Of Showdown Vs Argentina
Published: November 14, 2017
The Super Eagles players were late for their final workout held at the Krasnodar Stadium ahead of Tuesday evening's showcase friendly with two-time world champions Argentina, as per reports.According to Ria Sports, the Nigerian National Team were held up in traffic for about an hour, which delayed the start of the offi...
Five La Albiceleste Players To Watch Out For As Argentina Tackle Nigeria In Krasnodar
Published: November 14, 2017
As the Super Eagles prepare to trade tackles with Jorge Sampaoli-led Albiceleste on Tuesday evening, allnigeriasoccer.com reviews the opponent's star players who might hurt the most.Sergio Aguero — The Manchester City striker is expected to lead the lines for his side in the absence of talismanic attacker, Lionel Mes...
Mikel: Argentina Chose To Play Nigeria Because We Have Become Stronger
Published: November 13, 2017
Speaking at a press conference on Monday evening, Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel believes that Argentina chose to face Nigeria in a pre-World Cup friendly because the three-time African champions have become stronger.The Super Eagles will round off their schedule of games in 2017 with a showcase friendly against t...
Argentina-Nigeria Friendly: Five Super Eagles Players To Watch Out For
Published: November 13, 2017
Francis Uzoho, Olanrewaju Kayode and Daniel Akpeyi would all hope to feature for Nigeria when they take on their South American opponents tomorrow, but which ones amongst them in the Super Eagles fold would impress, or at least be seeking to give their reputations a big boost with a sterling performance?John Obi Mikel ...
Exclusive: Rohr Has Starting XI In Mind: Akpeyi, Aina, Mikel Team A; Ezenwa, Tony & Etebo Sent To Team B
Published: November 13, 2017
The Nigerian national team held their final training session of 2017 at the Krasnodar Stadium on Monday evening local time ahead of a showcase friendly against two-time world champions Argentina on November 14.Having evaluated the twenty three players in camp during a recovery session on Sunday evening, Rohr got down t...
Rohr Blasts Argentina: It's Insulting To The Fans Messi Was Rested Against Nigeria
Published: November 13, 2017
Speaking to the Russian press before Nigeria's friendly against Argentina on Tuesday, manager Gernot Rohr has expressed his displeasure over the absence of Lionel Messi.The Argentina skipper flew to Barcelona immediately after his country's friendly against Russia on Saturday, therefore, he will not make the match day ...
Rohr Vows : I Will Take Brian Idowu To The 2018 World Cup
Published: November 13, 2017
The invitation of Amkar Perm star Brian Idowu to the Super Eagles was not to make up the numbers, with Nigeria manager Gernot Rohr more or less promising to include the defender in the 23-man squad list for the World Cup.The 25-year-old will make his debut for Nigeria when they take on Argentina in a glamour friendly i...
Rohr Explains Why Nigeria Are Playing Argentina In Russia
Published: November 13, 2017
Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has stated the national team decided to play Argentina in a friendly in Russia because they wanted to see Russia before returning to the country for the 2018 World Cup.The three-time African champions will face the South American powerhouse on Tuesday evening at the stadium in Krasnodar, ...
Super Eagles MO: Enyeama Must Meet Four Conditions Before Playing At 2018 World Cup
Published: November 13, 2017
Super Eagles Media Officer Toyin Ibitoye has revealed that Lille goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama has to meet four conditions before he is invited to the national team ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.The former Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv netminder called time on his international career after a well publicize...
Argentina Legend Kempes Criticizes Team Ahead Of Nigeria Friendly: They Are Not Friends
Published: November 13, 2017
Argentina legend Mario Alberto Kempes has criticized the national team ahead of their friendly against Nigeria, saying that there was no bonding in the team.The retired striker, who defended the colours of Valencia and River Plate, is famous for scoring the winning goal for the Argentinian national team in their 3-1 wi...
Ola Aina Named Most Outstanding Young Talent, Iwobi Sporting Hero At Team Nigeria Awards
Published: November 13, 2017
Young Chelsea product Ola Aina was named the Most Outstanding Young Talent at the inaugural Team Nigeria UK Awards staged at Stratford-upon-Avon Town Hall on November 10.The 21-year-old is away on international duty with the Nigerian national team, so was not physically present to receive the award.Aina has stood above...
Manchester United Goalkeeper Romero Likely To Be Rested Vs Nigeria
Published: November 13, 2017
The undisputed first-choice goalkeeper of the Argentinian national team Sergio Romero is likely to be rested for Tuesday's international friendly between the South Americans and three-time African champions Nigeria.According to TyC Sports, manager Jorge Sampaoli has opted to try out Agustín Marchesín in goal by givin...
Why Nigeria's Own Fernando Redondo, John Ogu, Will Be Crucial Vs Argentina
Published: November 13, 2017
Hapoel Beer Sheva central midfielder John Ogu is one player that has always clamoured for the opportunity to prove himself in the Super Eagles squad.Alas! He finally got the chance against Algeria and blasted a sensational bullet past the Fennecs goalkeeper last Friday. The strike reminded fans of the screamer Jay Jay ...
African Footballer Of The Year: Important Super Eagles Player Campaigning For Victor Moses
Published: November 13, 2017
Mainz defender Leon Balogun has urged absolute support for Super Eagles and Chelsea star Victor Moses in the race for the 2017 BBC African Footballer of the Year award.Moses is competing alongside Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Naby Keita, Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah for the prestigious award.And Balogun who was captain f...
Argentina Vs Nigeria : Match Preview, Team News, H2H Stats, Start Time, TV Info
Published: November 13, 2017
All is set for international friendly between Nigeria and Argentina on Tuesday in Krasnodar.The match will be the 8th meeting between both sides in all competitions.Argentina have the edge with five wins, one loss and one draw against the three-time African  champions.Super Eagles gaffer Gernot Rohr will likely make f...