Nigeria U20s Coach, Manu Garba : We Entertained The Crowd
Published: June 04, 2015
Flying Eagles coach Manu Garba was pleased with the overall performance of his team in their 4 - 0 thrashing of North Korea on Thursday morning. But the Nigeria U20s manager has admitted that his wards did not play to instructions in the first half, with the Asians holding the African champions to a goalless dr...
Ex Manchester City And Fulham Midfielder Dickson Etuhu Off The Mark For AIK Stockholm
Published: June 04, 2015
Out - of - favour Nigeria international Dickson Etuhu notched his first goal for AIK Stockholm in their thrilling 4 - 3 victory against Falkenberg on Wednesday night. In his second start of the season, the former Blackburn Rovers and Manchester City man opened scoring for AIK in the 26th minute but Rodevåg levele...
Impressive Nigeria See Off North Korea, As Isaac Success Scores Fourth Consecutive Goal At Fifa Tournaments
Published: June 04, 2015
The Flying Eagles got their Fifa Under 20 World Cup campaign back on track with a 4 - 0 thrashing of North Korea at New Plymouth /Stadium Taranaki on Thursday morning.After a goalless first half, a brace from Godwin Saviour and a goal apiece by Kingsley Sokari and Isaac Success gave Nigeria a win they were in search of...
Tottenham Hotspur Starlet Musa Yahaya And Man City Striker Iheanacho Start From Bench As Manu Garba Names Starting Line-up Vs North Korea
Published: June 03, 2015
Flying Eagles coach Manu Garba has made four changes to the starting line - up that took on Brazil on Monday in the African champions first Group E fixture. The Under 17 World Cup - winning manager has kept faith with  goalkeeper Joshua Enaholo despite his howlers against Brazil.The defense is untouched, with skip...
Centre - Backs Kenneth Omeruo And Godfrey Oboabona Join Nigeria Camp
Published: June 03, 2015
With the clock ticking towards the deadline handed to Super Eagles foreign - based contingent to assemble in Abuja for a training camp ahead of the Afcon qualifier against Chad, only two invited players are yet to join the camp.The latest arrivals are defenders Kenneth Omeruo (Chelsea), Godfrey Oboabona (Rizespor) and ...
Chuba Akpom, Dominic Iorfa And Moses Odubajo Handed Starting Berths As England U20s Lose Unbeaten Run
Published: June 03, 2015
For the first time at the ongoing Toulon Tournament, England Under 20s boss, Aidy Boothroyd, handed starting berths to Anglo - Nigerian trio - Chuba Akpom, Dominic Iorfa and Moses Odubajo - in Wednesday evening’s game against Mexico.The Young Three Lions lost for the first time in 12 matches, suffering a 2 - 1 de...
Vincent Enyeama, William Troost-Ekong, Eddy Onazi, Three Other Pros Join Super Eagles Camp
Published: June 03, 2015
Nine foreign - based professionals are now in camp ahead of Nigeria’s African Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against Chad .The trio of Odion Ighalo, Steve Ukoh and John Ogu were the first set of players based overseas to arrive in Abuja.Checks at Bolton White Hotels and Apartments in Abuja revealed that Lazio ...
Emmanuel Emenike Is Most Expensive African Player Bought By Turkish Club
Published: June 03, 2015
Respected Turkish sports daily Fanatik has published on its official website the top 25 most expensive transfers involving Super Lig clubs. Emmanuel Emenike’s move from Spartak Moscow to Fenerbahce in 2013 was ranked in third position.The Istanbul side, who are never shy to get out their cheque book, paid 13 mill...
Peppe Nkwocha Anoints Liverpool Star Asisat Oshoala Heiress To Her Throne
Published: June 03, 2015
Veteran Nigeria forward Peppe Nkwocha has tipped Liverpool star Asisat Oshoala to be a global star in the not too distant future. Already the River Angels product has been picking up accolades, with CAF naming her the best female footballer in Africa in its most recent awards ceremony.In addition, she appears to be pop...
Odion Ighalo, John Ogu And Steve Ukoh Are Early Birds In Camp
Published: June 03, 2015
Ahead of the African Cup of Nations qualifier next weekend, the Super Eagles have been boosted by the arrival of three foreign - based professionals.Watford striker Odion Ighalo, in - form Hapoel Beer Sheva midfielder John Ogu and ex Switzerland youth - teamer Steve Ukoh arrived in Abuja on Tuesday, the Nigeria Footbal...
Jose Mourinho Pleased With Performance Of Obi Mikel Against Sydney FC
Published: June 02, 2015
Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho says he is impressed with the attitude of the senior players, including  John Obi Mikel, that accompanied the squad for a post - season tour of Thailand and Australia. The Nigeria international participated in both friendlies against Thailand All - Stars in Bangkok and Sydney FC&nb...
Official : Hapoel Beer Sheva Confirm Excellent John Ogu Has Signed Fresh Deal
Published: June 02, 2015
Hapoel Beer Sheva have confirmed that John Ogu , 27, has extended his contract for four more seasons.According to reports in Israel, the Nigeria international had wanted to leave the club at the end of this season before he was persuaded to remain at the capital of the Negev. Last summer, the ex Almeria man penned a 1 ...
Austin Ejide Announces Departure From Hapoel Beer Sheva And Insists It Was Not About Money
Published: June 02, 2015
Nigeria goalkeeper Austin Ejide has announced his departure from Hapoel Beer Sheva, three years after he joined The Camels from Hapoel Petah Tikva. The shot - stopper has insisted that he did not sign a new deal with Hapoel Beer Sheva because he was not in the plans of the new coach for next season, shooting down sugge...
Samuel Etoo Gives Advice To Young AC Milan Striker Henty Ezekiel
Published: June 02, 2015
Cameroonian superstar Samuel Eto’o has given advice to AC Milan striker Henty Ezekiel on what it takes to succeed at the highest level. The young Nigerian player was pleased to meet the Sampdoria forward at the airport in Milan on Monday.“Like every top player,  Eto’o advised me to always remain ...
Chuba Akpom Backing England To Beat Mexico At Toulon Tournament
Published: June 02, 2015
Arsenal striker Chuba Akpom is backing the England Under 20s squad to beat Mexico in their final group fixture at the ongoing Toulon Tournament in France. With four points in their kitty from the first two games against Morocco and Ivory Coast, the Anglo - Nigerian hopes they can get a good result against Mexico on Wed...