Oyo Gets NRA Commendation Over Referee Academy
Published: May 06, 2013
Oyo State has received a pat in the back from the leadership of Nigerian Referee Association (NRA) over the establishment of a Football Referee Academy, the development NRA boss, Ahmed Maude has described as a panacea to ageing scourge rocking Nigerian referees which limits their appearance at FIFA and CAF tournaments....
Nigeria Defender Chidi Odiah Denies Being A Taxi Driver
Published: May 06, 2013
Nigeria international Chidi Odiah has denied trending reports which suggested that he is now a taxi driver in the United States.He has been without a club for the past 19 months following his release by Russian Premier League outfit CSKA Moscow.Setting the record straight, Odiah said in a statement : ''My attention has...
Academica's John Ogu, Public Relations Officer Andrew Randa Take Swipe At Journalists
Published: May 05, 2013
Académica's John Ugochukwu Ogu, who had not played in the Primeira Liga for the past seven weeks, returned to action on Sunday in the 28th round of matches.The combative midfielder only returned to full training this past Wednesday. He was introduced as a substitute in the 46th minute by manager Sérgio Co...
Nosa Igiebor Shrugs Off Injury, Named In Squad To Face Barcelona
Published: May 04, 2013
Despite fitness concerns, Real Betis attacking midfielder Nosa Igiebor trained with the squad on Friday. There had been doubts on his availability for Sunday's tie with Barcelona, but manager Pepe Mel has kept faith with the Nigeria international by naming him in the provisional squad for the trip to Nou Camp. Nosa has...
Jose Mourinho Will Have A Nigerian Boss
Published: May 03, 2013
Chelsea Sporting Director and former Nigeria international Mike Emenalo will boss Jose Mourinho when he arrives Stamford Bridge this summer, according to the Daily Mirror.Authoritative British newspaper The Sun says Mourinho has agreed to take up the managerial vacancy at the Europa League finalist.But the biggest obst...
Jude Nworuh Recommends Emmanuel Ibok Edet To AC Horsens
Published: May 03, 2013
Danish club AC Horsens have invited for trials Nigeria Under 23 international Emmanuel Ibok Edet, who also has caps for the Flying Eagles.23 - year - old Emmanuel Edet has been recommended to AC Horsens by another Nigerian player, Jude Nworuh, who is a striker of the Jutland club.Sports Director Jesper Hansen says Edet...
Emmanuel Emenike Undergoes Surgery, Could Play At Confederations Cup!
Published: May 03, 2013
On Thursday, Emmanuel Emenike successfully underwent surgery on the meniscus, which was held in an Italian hospital, the official website of Spartak Moscow, spartak.com has reported.According to Spartak's team doctor, Michael Vartapetova, the Nigeria international is expected to return to the pitch in the next one mont...
West Brom Coach: Peter Odemwingie Has Not Been Frozen Out
Published: May 03, 2013
Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie has not played for West Brom since March 30 when he came on as a substitute against West Ham.Since the attacker's failed move to Queens Park Rangers in the winter transfer market, his appearances in the Premier League have been limited. Manager of West Brom, Steve Clarke has told ...
CAF Appoints Gabonese Officials For Rangers - Recreativo do Libolo Clash
Published: May 02, 2013
The Confederation of African Football has appointed five officials for the Champions League third qualifying round clash between Enugu Rangers and Angolan club Recreativo do Libolo.Gabonese referee Otogo Castane will take charge of the game at the Estadio de Calulo.  Assisting him are two of his countrymen - Vinga...
John Ogu Starts Full Training With Academica
Published: May 02, 2013
After more than a month of inactivity, John Ogu is set to return to action this weekend against Vitória Setúbal.He had been on the sidelines due to a knee complaint since late March but trained without difficulty with the rest of the Academica squad on Wednesday. In Ogu's absence, Academica lost two games...
Yekini's One Year Remembrance: Siasia Berates Low Turnout
Published: May 02, 2013
Former Super Eagles Coach and teammate of the late Rashidi Yekini, Samson Siasia expressed his disappointment at the low turnout at the book launch and lecture to commence the first year anniversary of the demise of late goal king held in Ibadan yesterday as many expected guests were absent from the event.Speaking with...
Michael Olaitan Begins Training With Olympiakos
Published: May 02, 2013
New Olympiakos signing Michael Olaitan trained for the first time with his teammates on Wednesday, May 1.The 20 -year - old attacking midfielder completed his switch to the Greek champions two days ago.Michael Olaitan was present at the afternoon session, which basically consisted of exercises. Afterwards, all the play...
Offers Pour In For Chibuzor Okonkwo After Brilliant Start To Season
Published: May 02, 2013
After starting the 2013 league season like a man on a mission, offers have began to pour in for Super Eagles right full back Chibuzor Okonkwo. The on loan Rangers utility defender's eleectric start to the season has not gone un noticed by foreign clubs who want to lure him into their fold to fortify their defenses.Okon...
Harmony Ikande Arrested In Israel For Visa Violation
Published: May 02, 2013
Former Nigeria youth - teamer Harmony Ikande was arrested on Wednesday during training by Israeli Immigration for visa violations, writes one.co.il. The Immigration authority came to Hapoel Ashkelon's training complex yesterday to investigate if Ikande had been staying illegally in Israel without valid documents.Though...
Kenya Super Talent, Blackberry May Be Recalled For Nigeria Match
Published: May 01, 2013
Lille striker Divock Origi, cousin to Kenya’s number one keeper Arnold Origi is among the players that are being constantly watched by Harambee Stars Coach Adel Amrouche. According to his assistant James Nandwa, there are over 20 foreign based players who are being watched and are likely to be called up for the n...