Francis Uzoho is set to miss Nigeria’s next fixture against Sierra Leone following a suspension. The Super Eagles goalie picked up a second booking the qualifying stages while in goal against Guinea Bissau on Monday night. This comes after the 24-year-old was judged by the referee for time wasting. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigeria’s … Read more
Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro talks about Nigeria’s defeat on home ground to Guinea Bissau in the AFCON qualifying round. According to the Portuguese, he rues missed chances contributing to the defeat to Guinea Bissau. The Super Eagles fell behind in the match to a defensive mishap that led to the eagles team surrounding all … Read more
Nigeria’s over confident Super Eagles team defeated by underdogs Guinea Bissau on home ground in Abuja. Despite the presence of star rated Victor Osimhen, the Super Eagles found it difficult to produce anything on the attack against Guinea Bissau. Francis Uzoho the villain again behind the stakes in goal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in … Read more
Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen has been all over the media recently owing to his fine form in the Serie A. Speaking on the past players he emulates as a footballer, Osimhen picks out former Chelsea star, Didier Drogba. Victor Osimhen also addresses the title challenge in the Serie A, speaking on the importance of winning … Read more
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro makes provision for the African Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau with 23-man squad. The likes of Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon, Samuel Chukwueze, Kelechi Iheanacho all receive a welcome in the squad list. However, William Troost Ekong is a notable absentee as he sits it out through injury. EKO … Read more
Former Super Eagles international, Emmanuel Amunike recounts the events leading to the 1994 AFCON. Amunike reveals playing half blind during the final qualifier match that will see the Super Eagles qualify for the grand tournament. Nigeria went on to win the AFCON that year. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Nigerian footballer, Emmanuel Amunike has … Read more
Super Eagles star, Terem Moffi earns a career-boosting move to Ligue 1 side, OGC Nice. The deal is said to be a record €30 million deal from Lorient. The 23-year-old initially joined Lorient from Belgian Pro League, KV Kortrijk. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ligue 1 side, OGC Nice have secured the services of Nigerian … Read more
Osimhen and Lookman have been nominated for the ‘Serie A’ player of the month award. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Super Eagles stars, Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman are in the running for Serie A Player of the Month for October. Osimhen and Lookman were both in fantastic form for Napoli and Atalanta respectively in … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles may replace Tunisia in the World Cup according to reports. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Super Eagles of Nigeria may replace Tunisia if FIFA decides to kick out the Carthage Eagles from the upcoming World Cup tournament. The football governing body had warned Tunisia that their team may be excluded from … Read more
Okocha has lauded Alex Iwobi’s impressive form this season. EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay Jay Okocha, has voiced his admiration for his nephew, Alex Iwobi. Iwobi has turned his career around at Everton after initial doubts about his potential. The 26-year-old arrived at Everton from Arsenal in 2019 but … Read more
I’m Ready To Coach Super Eagles Again — Oliseh EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former Super Eagles midfielder, Sunday Oliseh, has said he will be willing to lead the team again, only if the conditions are right. Oliseh was appointed Super Eagles head coach in 2015 but lasted eight months on the job. … Read more
Algeria Come From Behind To Beat Super Eagles 2-1 In Friendly Match EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to hold on to their early lead on Tuesday in Oran to lose 1-2 to hosts Algeria in an international friendly. Only four days ago, a B-side of the Desert … Read more
Ndidi, Chukwueze 4 Others Out Of Nigeria Squad Vs Algeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that Wilfred Ndidi and five other players will not take part in Super Eagles’ friendlies against Algeria. The Leicester City midfielder sustained an injury in training on Wednesday evening, which has … Read more
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Osimhen Scores 4 As Nigeria Record Biggest Win Ever In AFCON Qualifier. The Eagles had kicked off the qualifying series with a 2-1 win over Sierra Leone last Thursday and have now boosted their hopes of securing a ticket to the finals with a second victory. EDITOR’S PICK Man Utd Officially Confirm Exits Of 11 … Read more
NFF Confirms Peseiro As Super Eagles Coach, Finidi As Assistant. The appointment is with immediate effect, subject to the signing of agreed terms between the NFF and Mr Peseiro. EDITOR’S PICK SERAP Sues Buhari For Spending N1.48trn On Maintaining Dead Refineries 2023: I’ll Replace Sharing Formula With Production Formula — Peter Obi [JUST IN] 2023: … Read more
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A warm up match between Super Eagles and Ecuador has been scheduled for June ahead the 2022 World Cup NFF confirmed the authenticity of this information on Friday EDITOR’S PICK APC Holds Emergency NEC Meeting Wednesday Motorist Esapes Death As Container From Trailer Falls On His Car In Lagos Bandits Shot Two Years Old baby … Read more
The identity of the new Super Eagles head coach has been revealed. Antonio Conceicao is tipped to replace Augustine Eguavoen, who left the role after failing to qualify for the Super Eagles for the 2022 World Cup. EDITOR’S PICK Erik ten Hag Receives Offer From Another Club After Man Utd Talks EPL: Gary Neville Slams … Read more
NFF has sacked the entire Super Eagles Technical Crew following World Cup exit in Abuja. This is coming shortly after the Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen resigned from his position. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Football Federation ( NFF) has sacked the entire technical crew of the Super Eagles following the failure … Read more