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'I was taking cocaine' - Former Super Eagles star admits he was depressed after World Cup snub
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'I was taking cocaine' - Former Super Eagles star admits he was depressed after World Cup snub

Former Super Eagles midfielder Etim Esin has revealed the emotional turmoil he endured after being left out of Nigeria’s squad for the 1994 FIFA World Cup, admitting that the disappointment pushed him into depression and drug abuse.Speaking on the Play Zone Podcast, the ex-international described the omission as the biggest regret of his career, noting that he struggled to cope with the heartbreak.Esin disclosed that the situation became so overwhelming that he contemplated suicide, having dedicated his ambitions to representing Nigeria on football’s biggest stage."My greatest regret was n...

April 9, 2026
Ahmed Musa Hoping He Has SILENCED Critics
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Ahmed Musa Hoping He Has SILENCED Critics

CSKA Moscow attacker Ahmed Musa is hoping his pair of goals on Wednesday afternoon against Argentina will silence his critics once and for all. <br /><br />The 21 - year - old registered h...

Jun 26, 2014
Stephen keshi : Michael Babatunde To Undergo Surgery Today
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Stephen keshi : Michael Babatunde To Undergo Surgery Today

Speaking at a press conference immediately after the 3 - 2 loss to Argentina, Stephen Keshi has confirmed that Michael Babatunde will no longer feature at the World Cup, as the winger is expected to u...

Jun 25, 2014
Musa Gives His Nod To Fifa Naming Messi Man Of The Match
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Musa Gives His Nod To Fifa Naming Messi Man Of The Match

CSKA Moscow striker Ahmed Musa has given his approval to Fifa<span style="" class="notranslate"><span style="" class="notranslate"><span style=&q...

Jun 25, 2014
Michael Babatunde Likely To Undergo Surgery After Dislocating Right Arm
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Michael Babatunde Likely To Undergo Surgery After Dislocating Right Arm

Nigeria qualified for the second round of the World Cup despite the 3 - 2 loss to Argentina on Wednesday afternoon.<br /><br />The squad might be depleted for Monday<span style=\"\...

Jun 25, 2014
CSKA Moscow Striker, Ahmed Musa Net Brace In Loss To Argentina
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CSKA Moscow Striker, Ahmed Musa Net Brace In Loss To Argentina

Barcelona striker Lionel Messi belatedly celebrated his 27th birthday by netting a brace, as Argentina defeated Nigeria 3 - 2 in their final Group F fixture on Wednesday afternoon. <br /><br ...

Jun 25, 2014
Argentina Will Not Treat Nigeria With Kid Gloves - Coach
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Argentina Will Not Treat Nigeria With Kid Gloves - Coach

Argentina coach, <span class="notranslate">Alejandro Sabella, has admitted that his squad will have to raise their game when the confront Nigeria on Wednesday afternoon, as he believes...

Jun 25, 2014
Stephen Keshi Refuses To Write Off Argentina Based On Iran Match
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Stephen Keshi Refuses To Write Off Argentina Based On Iran Match

Thanks to a stoppage time goal from Lionel Messi, Argentina managed to defeat Iran 1 -0 in their penultimate Group F fixture before the meeting with the Super Eagles on Wednesday.<br /><br /&...

Jun 25, 2014
Stephen Keshi Disappointed With Nigeria Fans
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Stephen Keshi Disappointed With Nigeria Fans

Manager Stephen Keshi is not pleased that majority of Nigerian fans including journalists wrote off the chances of the National Team following their match day 1 draw with Team Melli. <br /><b...

Jun 24, 2014
Keshi Eyeing Maximum Points Against Argentina
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Keshi Eyeing Maximum Points Against Argentina

Stephen Keshi has reiterated that he is eyeing maximum points when the Super Eagles clash with Argentina on Wednesday afternoon.<br /><br />Going into that fixture at Porto Alegre, the Afr...

Jun 24, 2014
Rizespor Stopper Godfrey Oboabona Resumes Full Training
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Rizespor Stopper Godfrey Oboabona Resumes Full Training

Super Eagles manager, Stephen Keshi, should be delighted with the latest update from team doctors regarding the injury to Rizespor central defender, Godfrey Oboabona.<br /><br />A foot inj...

Jun 24, 2014
Ejike Uzoenyi Revels In Making Debut Appearance At World Cup
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Ejike Uzoenyi Revels In Making Debut Appearance At World Cup

Mamelodi Sundowns bound Ejike Uzoenyi has expressed joy after making his debut appearance for the Super Eagles at the ongoing World Cup. <br /><br />The petite winger was a late substitute...

Jun 23, 2014
Super Eagles Depart For Porto Alegre
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Super Eagles Depart For Porto Alegre

The Nigeria delegation departed the team base camp, Vitoria Hotel Concept, at 1030 hours local time to catch a flight to Porto Alegre, the city that hosts the showdown with Argentina on Wednesday.<...

Jun 23, 2014