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'They asked me to wait' – Lazio coach addresses Dele-Bashiru's potential Afcon call-up
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'They asked me to wait' – Lazio coach addresses Dele-Bashiru's potential Afcon call-up

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has offered fresh insight into the uncertainty surrounding Fisayo Dele-Bashiru's potential call-up to the Super Eagles ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Dele-Bashiru has been sidelined for the past two months, missing Nigeria's last four games, including 2026 World Cup qualifiers and playoff fixtures, due to a long-term injury. The 24-year-old only recently returned to full training, but his lack of match fitness has raised questions about his readiness for international duty.Speaking ahead of Lazio's weekend clash, Sarri revealed he had been asked to ho...

November 24, 2025
Rohr To Prepare His Tactics Behind Closed Doors Ahead Of AFCON Opener Vs Burundi
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Rohr To Prepare His Tactics Behind Closed Doors Ahead Of AFCON Opener Vs Burundi

The Nigeria Football Federation have informed that the Super Eagles will train behind closed doors in their last two workouts before their Africa Cup of Nations opener against Burundi. The training...

Jun 20, 2019
Rohr Names One Game Changer In The Super Eagles Africa Cup Of Nations Squad
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Rohr Names One Game Changer In The Super Eagles Africa Cup Of Nations Squad

Nigeria manager Gernot Rohr has hinted that Villarreal new kid on the block, Samuel Chukwueze will be deployed as an impact substitute at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations which begins in Egypt on Friday...

Jun 20, 2019
Leicester City's Wilfred Ndidi To Star For Super Eagles At AFCON
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Leicester City's Wilfred Ndidi To Star For Super Eagles At AFCON

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi isn't just one of the best midfielders in Africa but one of the best tacklers in the world.His records with Leicester City is a confirmation that the 22-year-old ...

Jun 20, 2019
Rohr On Super Eagles AFCON Chances : 'Everyone In Nigeria Is Waiting For The Trophy'
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Rohr On Super Eagles AFCON Chances : 'Everyone In Nigeria Is Waiting For The Trophy'

Coach Gernot Rohr has stated that fans expect the Super Eagles to win their fourth Africa Cup of Nations title in Egypt. Nigeria are making their return to the Africa Cup of Nations having failed t...

Jun 19, 2019
Rohr Reveals The identity Of The Good Player Super Eagles Will Miss At AFCON
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Rohr Reveals The identity Of The Good Player Super Eagles Will Miss At AFCON

Benfica defender Tyronne Ebuehi was unfortunate not to be included on the Super Eagles Africa Cup of Nations roster after failing to fully recover from a cruciate ligament injury he suffered in pre-se...

Jun 19, 2019
Iwobi Discusses That Sensational Goal Against Chelsea In Europa League Final
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Iwobi Discusses That Sensational Goal Against Chelsea In Europa League Final

Nigeria had to wait for 64 years before one of their players was able to score in the final of a European club competition but it was worth the wait as Alex Iwobi's goal for Arsenal in their 4-1 loss ...

Jun 19, 2019
Top Six Players Who Would Surely Get Their Chances With The Super Eagles After AFCON
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Top Six Players Who Would Surely Get Their Chances With The Super Eagles After AFCON

The buzz of the moment in Africa is undoubtedly the upcoming 2019 African Cup of Nations, even with some countries in the continent participating in the ongoing FIFA Women's World Cup - of course the ...

Jun 19, 2019
The Four Key Players In Super Eagles Africa Cup of Nations Squad
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The Four Key Players In Super Eagles Africa Cup of Nations Squad

Super Eagles of Nigeria are tipped as one of this year's AFCON favorites based on the quality of players in the team.There are many in-form players in Rohr's team who can comfortably get the job done ...

Jun 19, 2019
Leon Balogun Or Omeruo? Troost-Ekong Quizzed On His Best Defensive Partner
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Leon Balogun Or Omeruo? Troost-Ekong Quizzed On His Best Defensive Partner

Super Eagles central defender William Troost Ekong has stated that he has no choice regarding who he partners at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.The Udinese star has often been paired with Bri...

Jun 18, 2019
Super Eagles Hit By Sickness Bug; Hold First Training Session In Alexandria 1700 Hours
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Super Eagles Hit By Sickness Bug; Hold First Training Session In Alexandria 1700 Hours

Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that manager Gernot Rohr is sweating over the fitness of several key players ahead of the Super Eagles Africa Cup of Nations opener against Burundi on Saturday, June 2...

Jun 18, 2019
Iwobi Reveals The Position Mikel Will Likely Play At 2019 AFCON
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Iwobi Reveals The Position Mikel Will Likely Play At 2019 AFCON

Alex Iwobi has suggested that Chelsea icon Obi Mikel will likely be deployed as a central midfielder at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria manager Gernot Rohr has been trying out different fo...

Jun 18, 2019
'I'll Take Ownership For This One' - Iwobi Reveals Okocha Did Not Inspire His Nutmeg Skill
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'I'll Take Ownership For This One' - Iwobi Reveals Okocha Did Not Inspire His Nutmeg Skill

Arsenal winger Alex Iwobi has revealed that ex-Nigeria captain Austin Okocha did not inspire his nutmeg skills and has stressed that he nutmegs opponents instinctively contrary to popular belief that ...

Jun 18, 2019