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Iwobi praises Nigeria debutants Fernandez and Nwaiwu, issues apology after red card v Jordan
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Iwobi praises Nigeria debutants Fernandez and Nwaiwu, issues apology after red card v Jordan

Alex Iwobi has revealed that he was impressed with the performances of debutants Emmanuel Fernandez and Chibuike Nwaiwu during the second half of Nigeria's 2-1 win over World Cup-bound Asian nation, Iran in an international friendly staged in Antalya, Turkey on March 27.The Super Eagles established a two-goal lead through strikes from Moses Simon and Akor Adams, before Iran reduced the deficit midway through the second half via Mehdi Taremi.Rangers star Fernandez came off the bench to replace Semi Ajayi at halftime, while Nwaiwu, who earned a late call-up following the withdrawal of Calvin Bas...

April 5, 2026
National Team Door Still Open For Odemwingie
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National Team Door Still Open For Odemwingie

West Brom attacker Peter Odemwingie still has a future with the National Team despite his Twitter outburst following his snub by the Eagles handlers from the list of players invited to a pre - Nations...

Dec 31, 2012
Omeruo, Ideye Land In Portugal
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Omeruo, Ideye Land In Portugal

Ahead of Nigeria's friendly with Catalonia on Wednesday, two foreign based professionals have arrived the Eagles camp in Faro, Portugal.<br /><br />ADO Den Haag defender Kenneth Omeruo joi...

Dec 29, 2012
Keshi Allows Nosa Igiebor To Play Against Zaragoza
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Keshi Allows Nosa Igiebor To Play Against Zaragoza

The logic has prevailed and Nosa Igiebor will play against Zaragoza on January 4 in La Romareda. At first, the coach of the Super Eagles Stephen Keshi had refused for the talented midfielder to play t...

Dec 28, 2012
Odemwingie: It Is Clear My Days With The Eagles Are Over
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Odemwingie: It Is Clear My Days With The Eagles Are Over

West Brom forward Peter Odemwingie has hinted that he won't play for the Super Eagles again after he was omitted from the list of players invited to a training camp in Portugal ahead of the 2013 Afric...

Dec 26, 2012
Odemwingie Wants To Be Skipper, Claims Keshi
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Odemwingie Wants To Be Skipper, Claims Keshi

Eagles gaffer Stephen Keshi sensationally revealed on Sunday that Peter Odemwingie wanted to be the captain of the National Team by any means necessary.<br /><br />''He told them that he w...

Dec 24, 2012
Peter Odemwingie Launches Attack On NFF, Keshi
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Peter Odemwingie Launches Attack On NFF, Keshi

Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie launched a violent attack on the Nigeria Football Federation, coach Stephen Keshi and sports writers yesterday on <i>Twitter</i>.<br /><br /...

Dec 24, 2012
SHITTU Could Reject Nigeria Call
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SHITTU Could Reject Nigeria Call

Millwall central defender Danny Shittu could turn down a chance to play for the Super Eagles at the 2013 African Cup of Nations, British media has hinted.<br /><br />The London side are co...

Dec 23, 2012
VINCENT ENYEAMA: It Is Crazy Comparing You To A Monkey
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VINCENT ENYEAMA: It Is Crazy Comparing You To A Monkey

Nigeria custodian Vincent Enyeama participated in a promotional video against racism and has shared his thoughts and impressions on the situation in Israel. <br /><br /><i>Sports.wal...

Dec 20, 2012
STEPHEN KESHI: We Need CHIBUZOR OKONKWO Now
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STEPHEN KESHI: We Need CHIBUZOR OKONKWO Now

Beijing Olympic silver medalist Chibuzor Okonkwo's media campaign to be invited to the Super Eagles, who are preparing for the 2013 African Cup of Nations, has yielded dividend.<br /><br />...

Dec 19, 2012
Fifa Ranking: Nigeria At The 52nd Position
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Fifa Ranking: Nigeria At The 52nd Position

The Super Eagles of Nigeria ended the year as the 52nd best team in the world in the latest ranking by Football's governing body&nbsp; Fifa. In comparison with last month's ranking, Nigeria, who a...

Dec 19, 2012
Celtic Goalkeeper, Fraser Foster Praises EFE AMBROSE
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Celtic Goalkeeper, Fraser Foster Praises EFE AMBROSE

Celtic goalkeeper Fraser Foster has praised Nigeria international Efe Ambrose for his defensive solidity in the Champions League.<br /><br />The Glasgow giants have booked their place in t...

Dec 17, 2012
MIKEL Settles Row With Mark Clattenburg
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MIKEL Settles Row With Mark Clattenburg

Mikel Obi was handed a three - match ban by the English FA for confronting Mark Clattenburg after Chelsea's match against Manchester United back in October.<br /><br />Speaking to Sky Spor...

Dec 14, 2012