Friday, 15 May 2015

FIFA U-20 World Cup: Manu Garba names strong Nigeria squad



Flying Eagles Coach, Manu Garba, on Friday released his 21- man squad for the FIFA U-20 World Cup starting this month in New Zealand.

BENJAMIN ODEJE: Meet the first ever black player to represent England


 "I remember standing in the tunnel, and the band was still playing, My knees were knocking and if you'd given me the choice to forget it I probably would have, I was so nervous." Odeje recalls.

Wednesday, 13 May 2015

Taraba united chairman denies report linking Daniel Amokachi to the club

Taraba united chairman Tijani Babangida has denied reports linking Super Eagles assistant coach Dan the Bull Amokachi to his club.

 Daniel Amokachi was in the stands to watch Taraba united play out a 3 all home draw with Gabros Int'l.

 When quizzed by reporters after the game Babangida said "No, he's not here because we want to hire him, he's just here to enjoy his football, we have no intention of changing our coach now, believe me". 

 Taraba united lie a lowly 14th in the Nigeria premier League with 9 points from 8 games winning only 2 games so far this term.

Monday, 11 May 2015

Emmanuel Adebayo's unending family drama: Exposes thieving brother

Togolese Footballer, Emmanuel Adebayor is not done with his Family Feud Revelation as yesterday he took to his facebook page again to shed more light on his rocky relationship with one of his brothers, Rotimi Adebayor pictured with him above. The story is a long one so have to grab a sit for this one. 

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Here is another part of the story I have kept inside since. Today I feel the constant need to let it out. If I share my stories, it is because I believe every story comes with a lesson. And the lesson is for anyone that is reading this.

Monday, 4 May 2015

John Ogu wins player of the month


 Hapoel Beer Sheva midfielder John Ogu has picked up the Isreali Ligat ha'Al Player of the Month award for the second time this season.

Sunday, 3 May 2015

Mikel wins English Premier League title with Chelsea



Super Eagles star John Obi Mikel starred for Chelsea as The Blues clinched the English Premier League on Sunday afternoon on the back of their 1 - 0 win against fellow Londoners Crystal Palace.

UNVEILED: Proposed Nike Jerseys for Nigeria

The Nigeria Football Federation recently signed a 2 year contract with American based Sport Apparel manufacturing company, Nike.

Below are some leaked photos of the proposed Super Eagles jerseys produced by Nike for 2015 to mid 2016, when an official jersey would be unveiled.

Tuesday, 28 April 2015

Liverpool target Nigeria youngster, Moses Simon


19-year old Nigerian striker Moses Simon is being linked with a move to Anfield acoording to the Daily Express.

Liverpool are 'desperate' to sign Simon, who plays for Jupiler Pro League side Gent. The Reds are hoping to beat Tottenham Hotspur to the youngster's signature.

Monday, 27 April 2015

NFF Boss spotted with Keshi at the Emirates

Nigeria Football Federation(NFF) boss Amaju Pinick, was seen alongside side national team coach, Stephen Keshi at the Emirates stadium on sunday.

From left Stephen Keshi, Amaju Pinnick

The pair witnessed the goal-less draw between Arsene Wenger's men, Arsenal, and soon to be crowned English-Premier League champions, Chelsea.

How the Eagles lost their SUPER status- part 1


 

Football teams all over the world are identified by a peculiar nickname. These teams were named either according to their pattern of play or history of the country. 

Typical examples are the Pharaohs of Egypt, named after their popular ruler and the Samba Boys of Brazil, nicknamed after a rhythmical dance called Samba in Brazil. This is evident in the playing style of the South-American giants, who play a free passing, skilful and eye-catching football which got its origin from the Samba dance.

Sunday, 26 April 2015

REMARKABLE: Oshoala nominated for BBC Women's Best




Nigeria and Liverpool star, Asisat Oshoala has been nominated for BBC Women's Footballer of the Year.

Osaze excited to be back after 8 months injury layoff


Nigeria international Osaze Odemwingie was back in action for Stoke City after he recovered
from a knee ligament injury that kept him out for eight months.

Friday, 24 April 2015

The Adidas years over as Nigeria sign new deal with Nike


The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF ) on Thursday announced they have signed a three year contract with American sports wear giants, Nike.

Nike and the NFF announced a new partnership in which Nike, the world’s leading football brand, is designing and developing football kits for the men’s and women’s national football teams of Nigeria from April 1, 2015, until at least 2018.

Thursday, 23 April 2015

See how Mikel marked his 28th Birthday


Adored in his homeland Nigeria, yet under-rated in England, the story of John Obi Mikel. The player on wednesday marked his 28th birthday and it was indeed a special one.

The Messiah? Nigerians react to Keshi's return as coach


Nigerians took to social media to express their view on the return of the 'Big boss'. The tactician penned down a two year contract that will see him lead the eagles till 2017.