Ikechi Anya Reveals Reasons For Choosing Scotland Instead Of Nigeria
Published: May 27, 2014
Watford attacker Ikechi Anya says he is not regretting his decision to represent Scotland instead of the Super Eagles.Born to a Nigerian dad and a Romanian mom, he could have represented the two countries and England, but he chose to defend the colours of the Tartan Army.If manager Gordon Strachan fields him at Craven ...
Vincent Enyeama Hopes Nigeria Seal Second Round Qualification Before Argentina Tie
Published: May 27, 2014
Lille goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama has stated that the target of the Super Eagles is to qualify for the second round of the World Cup before they face Argentina in their last Group F fixture.The South America powerhouse has been paired in the same group with the African champions four times in the last six tournaments, w...
Celtic Skipper, Scott Brown Relishing Contest With Efe Ambrose
Published: May 27, 2014
Ahead of the meeting with Nigeria at Craven Cottage on Wednesday evening, Glasgow Celtic skipper Scott Brown is relishing the confrontation with teammate, Efe Ambrose.If manager Stephen Keshi does not tinker with his selection, Ambrose will be handed a role at right full back instead of at central defense, the position...
Ezeh Chidera Out For Three Weeks
Published: May 27, 2014
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Porto youth - teamer Ezeh Chidera will spend the next three weeks on the sidelines.The 16 - year - old pulled a hamstring during the Flying Eagles 4 - 1 victory over Tanzania in an African Youth Championship qualifier.Since then, the attacking midfielder has started his rehabilitat...
Dynamo Kiev Doctor : Yussuf Ayila Much Older Than His Official Age
Published: May 26, 2014
Nigeria international Yussuf Ayila may have a wrong date of birth stated on his international passport, Dynamo Kiev team doctor, Leonid Myronov has told the Ukrainian media.Going by the official documents he provided to Fifa and the Nigeria Football Federation, Ayila will celebrate his 30th birthday on November 4. &ldq...
Jordan Ibe Delighted After Scoring First International Hat- Trick
Published: May 26, 2014
England youth - teamer Jordan Ibe was overjoyed after scoring his first hat -trick in an international match, as the England Under 19s thrashed their Montenegro counterparts 6 - 0 in a European U19 Championship qualifying fixture.The Liverpool starlet was one of the three Anglo - Nigerian players on parade at Walsall, ...
Moses Odubajo Disappointed About Missing Out On Promotion Despite Wonder Strike
Published: May 26, 2014
Leyton Orient winger Moses Odubajo has stated that his wonder strike against Rotherham United in the League One play - off final on Sunday is not a thing of joy to him, having lost to their rivals on penalties to miss out on promotion.The 20 - year - old scored a stunning volley in the 35th minute, before creating an a...
Timothy Anjembe Admits Defense Is Hoang Anh Achilles Heel
Published: May 26, 2014
Speaking after netting his 15th goal of the season, Timothy Anjembe has stated that Hoang Anh are not amongst the early contenders for the Vietnamese title because they have shortcomings in other departments.After 14 rounds in the V League, Hoang Anh sit sixth on the 13 - team table with 18 points, but have played one ...
Abiola Dauda Delighted After Red Star Belgrade FINALLY Win The Title
Published: May 26, 2014
With a game to spare, Red Star Belgrade are the champions of Serbia after the 4 - 2 home win over OFK Beograd on Sunday.Swedish - Nigerian forward Abiola Dauda, whose goals contributed to the success of the former European champions until injury limited his appearances, was delighted that the long wait for a trophy has...
EXCLUSIVE : Super Eagles To Train At Motspur Park Ahead Scotland Friendly
Published: May 25, 2014
Ahead of the showdown with Scotland on Wednesday, May 28, the Nigeria delegation arrived London, venue of the match today, Sunday. While in the United Kingdom, the Super Eagles and backroom staff will lodge at Hilton Cobham hotel, which is 25 miles from London.Nigeria will practice at Fulham’s training ground at ...
Falcons On Brink Of AWC Qualification After Thrashing Rwanda
Published: May 25, 2014
At the Umuganda Stadium on Saturday, Nigeria beat hosts Rwanda 4 - 1 to take a healthy lead into the return leg of their African Women’s Championship qualifying fixture.After several missed opportunities, Azizat Oshoala opened scoring in the 34th minute and added a second for the eight - time continental champion...
Flying Eagles Make Light Work Of Tanzania In AYC Qualifier
Published: May 25, 2014
Six - time winners, the Flying Eagles, thrashed Tanzania 4 - 1 to advance to the third qualifying round of the African Youth Championship billed to be staged in Senegal next March.Nigeria were almost certain to progress to the next stage of qualifiers after they defeated the East Africans 2 - 0 in the first leg held in...
EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria Federation Match Agent,Jairo Pachon Rules Out Nigeria - Algeria Friendly
Published: May 24, 2014
Jairo Pachon, the match agent of the Nigeria Football Federation, has poured cold water on reports in the Algerian Press that the Super Eagles will trade tackles with the Algerian National Team in a tune up game prior to the World Cup.Coach of the Fennec Foxes,Vahid Halilhodži�, did state categorically in an inter...
Sammy Showers Praise On Big Brother, Shola Ameobi
Published: May 23, 2014
Newcastle United forward Sammy Ameobi, 22, has showered praise on his own brother, Shola, for being the perfect role model to him.On Friday, it was confirmed that the Nigeria international will depart St James Park after 14 years at the club, with his contract set to officially expire this summer.“He’s all ...
Ghana, Togo, Cameroon, Ivory Coast Storm Ogun For Frenage International Tourney
Published: May 23, 2014
Ibadan based Frenage Soccer Academy, A Square Sports International and Ogun State Football Association have joined hands to organize maiden Under-13/Under-16 International Soccer Tourney tagged ‘Ogun Unity Cup’.Ghana, Togo, Cameroon and Cote d’voire will storm Ogun for the Frenage Intl Tourney in a ...