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Europa League: Super Eagles striker Iheanacho back in action in difficult night for Celtic
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Europa League: Super Eagles striker Iheanacho back in action in difficult night for Celtic

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho made his long-awaited return for Celtic in their disappointing 4-1 home defeat to VfB Stuttgart in the Europa League on Thursday. Iheanacho was introduced as a second-half substitute in the 71st minute, marking his first appearance since February 1, when he also came off the bench against Falkirk.The Nigerian striker had been sidelined with fitness issues, missing Celtic’s league matches against Livingston and Kilmarnock since the start of February. His comeback, however, was unable to inspire the Scottish side as Stuttgart ran out comfortable winn...

February 19, 2026
2019 AFCON : Four Talking Points From Super Eagles Performance In Egypt So Far
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2019 AFCON : Four Talking Points From Super Eagles Performance In Egypt So Far

The Super Eagles of Nigeria ended their AFCON group games on a sad note as they were surprisingly thrashed 2-0 by Madagascar on Sunday.Luckily for the three-time Champions, the effects of the defeat d...

Jul 1, 2019
Rohr Sweats Over Mikel Fitness Ahead of Round Of 16 Clash At AFCON
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Rohr Sweats Over Mikel Fitness Ahead of Round Of 16 Clash At AFCON

The Super Eagles players returned to the training ground on Monday morning as they began preparations for their round of sixteen Africa Cup of Nations clash against a yet-to-be determined opponent on ...

Jul 1, 2019
Rohr Provides Fresh Injury Update On Collins, Responds To Question On Potential Game vs Ghana
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Rohr Provides Fresh Injury Update On Collins, Responds To Question On Potential Game vs Ghana

Speaking to reporters at Sunday's post-match press conference, Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr revealed that SC Paderborn 07 fullback Jamilu Collins will be available for selection when they play the...

Jul 1, 2019
Leon Balogun Accepts That He Was At Fault For Madagascar's First Goal Vs Super Eagles
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Leon Balogun Accepts That He Was At Fault For Madagascar's First Goal Vs Super Eagles

Brighton & Hove defender Leon Balogun has admitted that he was the player to be blamed for the opening goal scored by Madagascar in their Africa Cup of Nations match against the Super Eagles on Su...

Jul 1, 2019
'Madagascar Were The Better Team' - Rohr Admits AFCON Underdogs Were Superior To Eagles
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'Madagascar Were The Better Team' - Rohr Admits AFCON Underdogs Were Superior To Eagles

Coach Gernot Rohr has admitted that Madagascar were the better side in Sunday evening's Africa Cup of Nations match at the Alexandria Stadium. The Super Eagles had recorded back-to-back 1-0 wins ag...

Jul 1, 2019
Troost-Ekong : We Were Not Good Enough Against Madagascar
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Troost-Ekong : We Were Not Good Enough Against Madagascar

Madagascar took three points against Nigeria in the final group stage game of Group B at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, as they booked their first ever last 16 ticket. Goals from Lalaina Nomen...

Jul 1, 2019
Samuel Kalu : Defeat To Madagascar Is A Wake-Up Call To Super Eagles
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Samuel Kalu : Defeat To Madagascar Is A Wake-Up Call To Super Eagles

Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr handed Samuel Kalu his first start of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in a 2-0 loss to Madagascar on Sunday evening despite concerns about the winger's health. It ...

Jul 1, 2019
Key Stats Madagascar Vs Nigeria: Ndidi Aerial Duels; Etebo Most Shots, Passes, Touches & Most Fouled; Aina Key Passes; Ighalo Best PA
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Key Stats Madagascar Vs Nigeria: Ndidi Aerial Duels; Etebo Most Shots, Passes, Touches & Most Fouled; Aina Key Passes; Ighalo Best PA

According to the statistics provided by Whoscored from the Super Eagles 2-0 loss to Madagascar on Sunday evening, the three-time African champions were better offensively and the Islanders were imperi...

Jul 1, 2019
'We Have Not Really Played Well' - Mikel Admits Super Eagles Were Not Impressive In The Group Stage
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'We Have Not Really Played Well' - Mikel Admits Super Eagles Were Not Impressive In The Group Stage

Chelsea legend John Obi Mikel has admitted that the Super Eagles have not been impressive at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations despite winning their first two games. Goals from Lalaina Nomenjanaha...

Jun 30, 2019
Rohr Explains Exactly Why Osimhen, Onyekuru Did Not Feature Vs Madagascar
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Rohr Explains Exactly Why Osimhen, Onyekuru Did Not Feature Vs Madagascar

Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr faced the cameras shortly after his side lost 2-0 to Madagascar in their final group game of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. Given that the Super Eagles were already...

Jun 30, 2019
2019 AFCON: Four Takeaways From Nigeria's Shock 2-0 Loss To Madagascar
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2019 AFCON: Four Takeaways From Nigeria's Shock 2-0 Loss To Madagascar

Izuchukwu Okosi takes a look at the four takeaways from the shocking 2-0 loss suffered by the Super Eagles against Madagascar.1. Mikel's Off DayThere was so much expectations on the shoulder of Mikel ...

Jun 30, 2019
Super Eagles Player Ratings Vs Madagascar : Balogun Gets A 3; Mikel, Kalu Poor; Ogu Not Focused; Etebo Combative; Ighalo Starved Of Service
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Super Eagles Player Ratings Vs Madagascar : Balogun Gets A 3; Mikel, Kalu Poor; Ogu Not Focused; Etebo Combative; Ighalo Starved Of Service

The Super Eagles were humiliated 2-0 by debutants Madagascar in their last Group B game of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.But how did the Nigerian players perform? Izuchukwu Okosi provides the answers...

Jun 30, 2019