Centre - Backs Kenneth Omeruo And Godfrey Oboabona Join Nigeria Camp
Published: June 03, 2015
With the clock ticking towards the deadline handed to Super Eagles foreign - based contingent to assemble in Abuja for a training camp ahead of the Afcon qualifier against Chad, only two invited players are yet to join the camp.The latest arrivals are defenders Kenneth Omeruo (Chelsea), Godfrey Oboabona (Rizespor) and ...
Chuba Akpom, Dominic Iorfa And Moses Odubajo Handed Starting Berths As England U20s Lose Unbeaten Run
Published: June 03, 2015
For the first time at the ongoing Toulon Tournament, England Under 20s boss, Aidy Boothroyd, handed starting berths to Anglo - Nigerian trio - Chuba Akpom, Dominic Iorfa and Moses Odubajo - in Wednesday evening’s game against Mexico.The Young Three Lions lost for the first time in 12 matches, suffering a 2 - 1 de...
Vincent Enyeama, William Troost-Ekong, Eddy Onazi, Three Other Pros Join Super Eagles Camp
Published: June 03, 2015
Nine foreign - based professionals are now in camp ahead of Nigeria’s African Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against Chad .The trio of Odion Ighalo, Steve Ukoh and John Ogu were the first set of players based overseas to arrive in Abuja.Checks at Bolton White Hotels and Apartments in Abuja revealed that Lazio ...
Emmanuel Emenike Is Most Expensive African Player Bought By Turkish Club
Published: June 03, 2015
Respected Turkish sports daily Fanatik has published on its official website the top 25 most expensive transfers involving Super Lig clubs. Emmanuel Emenike’s move from Spartak Moscow to Fenerbahce in 2013 was ranked in third position.The Istanbul side, who are never shy to get out their cheque book, paid 13 mill...
Peppe Nkwocha Anoints Liverpool Star Asisat Oshoala Heiress To Her Throne
Published: June 03, 2015
Veteran Nigeria forward Peppe Nkwocha has tipped Liverpool star Asisat Oshoala to be a global star in the not too distant future. Already the River Angels product has been picking up accolades, with CAF naming her the best female footballer in Africa in its most recent awards ceremony.In addition, she appears to be pop...
Odion Ighalo, John Ogu And Steve Ukoh Are Early Birds In Camp
Published: June 03, 2015
Ahead of the African Cup of Nations qualifier next weekend, the Super Eagles have been boosted by the arrival of three foreign - based professionals.Watford striker Odion Ighalo, in - form Hapoel Beer Sheva midfielder John Ogu and ex Switzerland youth - teamer Steve Ukoh arrived in Abuja on Tuesday, the Nigeria Footbal...
Jose Mourinho Pleased With Performance Of Obi Mikel Against Sydney FC
Published: June 02, 2015
Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho says he is impressed with the attitude of the senior players, including  John Obi Mikel, that accompanied the squad for a post - season tour of Thailand and Australia. The Nigeria international participated in both friendlies against Thailand All - Stars in Bangkok and Sydney FC&nb...
Official : Hapoel Beer Sheva Confirm Excellent John Ogu Has Signed Fresh Deal
Published: June 02, 2015
Hapoel Beer Sheva have confirmed that John Ogu , 27, has extended his contract for four more seasons.According to reports in Israel, the Nigeria international had wanted to leave the club at the end of this season before he was persuaded to remain at the capital of the Negev. Last summer, the ex Almeria man penned a 1 ...
Austin Ejide Announces Departure From Hapoel Beer Sheva And Insists It Was Not About Money
Published: June 02, 2015
Nigeria goalkeeper Austin Ejide has announced his departure from Hapoel Beer Sheva, three years after he joined The Camels from Hapoel Petah Tikva. The shot - stopper has insisted that he did not sign a new deal with Hapoel Beer Sheva because he was not in the plans of the new coach for next season, shooting down sugge...
Samuel Etoo Gives Advice To Young AC Milan Striker Henty Ezekiel
Published: June 02, 2015
Cameroonian superstar Samuel Eto’o has given advice to AC Milan striker Henty Ezekiel on what it takes to succeed at the highest level. The young Nigerian player was pleased to meet the Sampdoria forward at the airport in Milan on Monday.“Like every top player,  Eto’o advised me to always remain ...
Chuba Akpom Backing England To Beat Mexico At Toulon Tournament
Published: June 02, 2015
Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom is backing the England Under 20s squad to beat Mexico in their final group fixture at the ongoing Toulon Tournament in France. With four points in their kitty from the first two games against Morocco and Ivory Coast, the Anglo - Nigerian hopes they can get a good result against Mexico on Wed...
Kelechi Iheanacho Admits Flying Eagles Need To Be At Their Best Against North Korea
Published: June 02, 2015
Manchester City youth - teamer Kelechi Iheanacho has opined that the game against North Korea won’t be a stroll in the park.The Asians, like the Nigerians, have their backs against the wall after losing their opener to Hungary, and Iheanacho has admitted that the Flying Eagles need to grind out a win.Speaking to ...
Skipper Musa Mohammed Apologizes To Nigerians For Loss To Brazil
Published: June 02, 2015
Nigeria U20s skipper Musa Mohammed has apologized to Nigerians for the Flying Eagles dismal outing against Brazil on Monday. Believe it or not, the African champions are in a tight corner and a loss against North Korea in two days will send them out of the tournament in New Zealand even before their last group fixture ...
Keshi Retains Eight Domestic - Based Players For Afcon Clash Against Chad
Published: June 02, 2015
Of the 26 domestic - based players invited for the African Cup of Nations qualifier against Chad, Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi has retained only 8 for the upcoming tie in Kaduna.Half of the home - based players that made the grade are from Warri Wolves - Daniel Akpeyi, Azubuike Egwuekwe, Solomon Kwambe and Gbolahan...
Iheanacho Senior Claims : I Am Sick, I Did Not Watch Game Against Brazil
Published: June 02, 2015
Kelechi Iheanacho’s father, Pa James, has denied that he was angry with Flying Eagles coach Manu Garba for subbing out the Manchester City striker 15 minutes from time against Brazil.James Iheanacho has audaciously claimed that  he did not watch the game that was televised to millions of Nigerians on Monday ...