Following the Super Eagles 2-1 victory over Benin Republic in the first match of the 2021 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Wednesday, Ex-international, Waidi Akanni, said the team is getting better. The former Super Eagles defender has expressed optimism that the Nigerian national football team would keep improving … Read more
The Super Eagles of Nigeria began its 2021 African Cup of Nations AFCON qualification with a 2-1 victory over Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo on Wednesday. The Squirrel of Benin came into the match with high morale as they took an early lead five minutes to the beginning of the match. In-form … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, has stated that he expects the match against Benin Republic to be a tough match but believed the players will rise up to the occasions to pick the maximum three points at home. Nigeria will face Squirrels of Benin in the match-day one of the qualifier at the Godswill … Read more
The 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier begins across the continent as the Super Eagles of Nigeria is set to begin its campaign against the Squirrel of Benin Republic on November 13, 2019. The camp of the Super Eagles will be opened on Sunday as all the 23 invited players are all expected to jet … Read more
The Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr, has strongly denied allegations that he cajoled his squad members, into signing contracts with a France-based agent simply known as ‘Mr. William’, in exchange for a regular place in the national team. SportingLife claims that William is acting as a front for Rohr, who usually woos players to sign … Read more
The Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr on Wednesday released a 23-man list of players that will tackle Benin Republic, Lesotho in the upcoming 2021 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in November. Ahmed Musa who has been out of Eagles squad in two consecutive matches will lead the charges of other 22 players. Read Also: Federer … Read more
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed rumour go round about the Super Eagles coach dumping the team after they were accused of owing the Franco-German salaries. The football governing body said qualification for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is the priority of Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr. There have been rumours that … Read more
The Nigeria’s Super Eagles who were ranked 34th in September, have now dropped one spot to 35th position in the Latest FIFA ranking that was released on Thursday. The Super Eagles recorded all three likelihoods in football during the period under review; a defeat and a win against Togo, and a draw against five times … Read more
Stoke City manager, Nathan Jone has confirmed Nigerian midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo suffered a muscular injury after he was forced off the pitch in their 1-0 loss to Sheffield Wednesday. Etebo who pulled out of the Super Eagles friendly against Brazil might as well be unavailable for Nigeria’s 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against … Read more
Super Eagles B coach Imama Amapakabo has said that his players failed to take the chances that came their way in the match against Togo. The Nigeria side failed to qualify for the Championship of African Nations (CHAN) as they could not turn the table against Sparrow Hawks of Togo in the second leg of the … Read more
Super Eagles number one choice goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho will be compensated by the world football governing body FIFA for suffering an injury in an international friendly during the international break(FIFA free window). FIFA will be responsible for the wages of Francis Uzoho for the period he will be out of action in fulfilment of their … Read more
Former Super Eagles Captain John Obi Mikel has underlined two major reasons he chose to resign from international football shortly after the last Nations Cup in Egypt. The former Chelsea Midfielder said the first reason was to pave way for younger players and the need to soft-pedal since he no longer has many years of … Read more
Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho is set to spend the remainder of the season on the sidelines following the injury he sustained during the international friendly game against Brazil. The Super Eagles goalkeeper suffered a freakish accident during the friendly match against Brazil and is set to be out for a long spell. Read Also: Nigeria … Read more
Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho is set to spend the remainder of the season on the sidelines following the injury he sustained during the international friendly game against Brazil. The Super Eagles goalkeeper suffered a freakish accident during the friendly match against Brazil and is set to be out for a long spell. Read Also: Nigeria … Read more
Veteran music producer, Don Jazzy and other Nigerians have reacted to the Super Eagles’ 1-1 international friendly draw against Brazil on Sunday. Ekohothotblog reported that the Super Eagles took the lead in the 35th minute after Joe Aribo danced past several Selecao defenders to slide the ball under Ederson. However, with barely five minutes gone … Read more
Former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, praised the Super Eagles after they played a 1-1 draw against Brazil in an international friendly on Sunday in Singapore. The Super Eagles took the lead in the 35th minute after Joe Aribo danced past several Selecao defenders to slide the ball under Ederson. However, with barely five minutes … Read more
Real Madrid and Brazil defensive midfielder Casemiro, aid he was impressed by the physical qualities of the Nigerian players after both settled for a1-1 draw in an international friendly in Singapore on Sunday. The Real Madrid star Casemiro cancelled out a 35th-minute opener from Glasgow Rangers star, Joe Aribo who scored his second goal for … Read more
Real Madrid and Brazil defensive midfielder Casemiro, aid he was impressed by the physical qualities of the Nigerian players after both settled for a1-1 draw in an international friendly in Singapore on Sunday. The Real Madrid star Casemiro cancelled out a 35th-minute opener from Glasgow Rangers star, Joe Aribo who scored his second goal for … Read more
Former Super Eagles midfielder lauded the Super Eagles performance against the star-studded Brazillian team after they managed to play out a 1-1 draw on Sunday in Singapore. Head Master as he is fondly called by his fans said it was a satisfactory performance from the lads as the draw felt like a win because of … Read more
Former Super Eagles midfielder lauded the Super Eagles performance against the star-studded Brazillian team after they managed to play out a 1-1 draw on Sunday in Singapore. Head Master as he is fondly called by his fans said it was a satisfactory performance from the lads as the draw felt like a win because of … Read more