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| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 10:49pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
Rivers United 3-0 Al Merrikh: Kuemian at the double to secure vital win  The Ivorian scored a first half double before Esosa Igbinoba struck in the second to subdue the Sudanese giants. Guy Kuemian scored a brace as Rivers United defeated Al Merrikh 3-0 in the first leg Round of 32 game played on Sunday. The Ivorian forward, who has been impressive for the Pride of Port Harcourt this season, scored twice in the first half before missing multiple chances to secure his hat-trick after the break. A third goal arrived after half-time as Rivers continued to dominate, with Esosa Igbinoba tucking home another to cage the Sudanese outfit. The victory puts Stanley Eguma’s side – one of the only teams still unbeaten in the competition – on the brink of qualifying for the group stage of the Caf Champions League. m.goal.com/x/en-ng/news/4143/caf-champions-league/2017/03/12/33569152/rivers-united-3-0-al-merrikh-kuemian-at-the-double-to-secure |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 10:51pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
Al Ahly’s Ajayi suffers muscle strain www.nairaland.com/attachments/4991696_ajayi_jpegf77ae295ea642bc74c8e53d172ba48b5 The Nigeria U-23 star was forced off in the Red Devils’ slim victory over their South African counterpart Junior Ajayi has been confirmed injured after he was hauled off in Al Ahly’s 1-0 win over Bidvest Witsin a Caf Champions League encounter on Saturday. The striker started the round of 32 fixture for the eight-time African champions which was settled by a 58th-minute header from Egypt international defender Ahmed Hezagy. But in the 63rd minute, he was replaced by Walid Soliman due to a knock he picked and a statement from the club website has now identified it as a muscle strain. "Ajayi suffers from a muscle strain after sustaining a knock during the 1-0 win over Bidvest Wits in the first leg of the CAF Champions League round of 32 on Saturday," read a statement on the club's website. Al Ahly now face the possibility of not having the former SC Sfaxien and skipper Hossam Ghaly - also confirmed to be out as a result of ‘muscle fatigue’ - as they seek to defend their lead against the PSL high-flyers in the return leg in Johannesburg on March 17. m.goal.com/x/en-ng/news/4143/caf-champions-league/2017/03/12/33572732/al-ahlys-ajayi-suffers-muscle-strain |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 10:51pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
Players like Egwueke, Uzoenyi, Mba and Obaobona might not have left the Shores of this country if not Keshi's faith in the home based players. Egwueke's performance against South Africa when we went two goals down was amazing. He was virtually the only one in defence. I have repeatedly said that the challenges Africans face in Europe makes it difficult for accelerated growth. So, judging players by their clubs is not an ideal situation to judge their talents. 1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 11:02pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
This Stanley Ohawuchi of a guy has been getting good reviews in the Egyptian League. How I wish it was possible for him to play in the CHAN. CAF sef..... |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by robosky02(m): 11:09pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
terzurum5:
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| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 11:24pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 11:26pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
Sunderland's Anichebe On The Brink Of Return From Injury [img]https://1.bp..com/-n9eXKO5fW2E/WMRAd1FFK9I/AAAAAAAADTg/MSdRqLIhRh4rrhysNDnANncQv-fQKieAQCLcB/s1600/Victor-Anichebe.jpg[/img] By Augustine Akhilomen Forgotten Super Eagles forward, Victor Anichebe could return to face Burnley if he recovers quickly from injury. The Nigerian striker who has formed a formidable strike partnership with Jermain Defoe, has been a big miss for the Black Cats after picking up a knee ligament injury. He provided crucial support for Jermain Defoe up front, but the Black Cats have struggled for goals in his absence. Anichebe films while working on an exercise bike in the US city of Philadelphia. He has previously spent time in the States to maintain his fitness, and showcased a series of pictures of famous landmarks of the American city. While his arrival at the end of the transfer window may have underwhelmed Sunderland fans, his contributions on the pitch saw them beat Bournemouth, Hull, Leicester and Watford. David Moyes spoke this week of his hope that Anichebe, Lee Cattermole and Jan Kirchhoff will be back to play a part in the crucial fixtures in April, and the former Everton striker posted a video on his Instagram page of him in the gym, working on his fitness. www.soccernet.com.ng/2017/03/sunderlands-anichebe-on-brink-of-return.html 1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by robosky02(m): 11:28pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
terzurum5:don't mind the guy dealing with Rangers any how  don't worry he will come home next week. then we will tell him he is a Nigerian not Egyptian 1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 11:29pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
NPFL: Enyimba Hold MFM In Calabar [img]https://2.bp..com/-J3ApKQo87to/WMRwmG5tCbI/AAAAAAAADUI/VS_45VqZEscKfPVUEShocWuo8CEsyCq9QCLcB/s1600/MFM.jpg[/img] Former champions Enyimba International FC secured vital home point as they held Lagos club, Mountain of Fire and Miracles (MFM) FC to 1-1 in their match-day 13 of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) at the UJ Esuene Stadium in Calabar on Saturday. League top scorer, Stephen Odey opened scoring in the 24th minute, as he extended his goal tally to eight. Mustapha Ibrahim scored the equaliser late in the 85th minute for the Peoples Elephant in the home encounter. The Olukoya Boys currently occupy fourth position on the NPFL log with 20 points from 11 matches, while Enyimba are placed in 11th spot with 15 points from 12 matches played so far in the current season. www.soccernet.com.ng/2017/03/npfl-enyimba-hold-mfm-in-calabar.html |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 11:32pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
robosky02:He is paid to that you know |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 11:48pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
FA Cup: Iwobi Benched As Arsenal Thrash Lincoln To Seal Last Four Place [img]https://3.bp..com/-W0ghc3vKUj4/WMRx2Gi7ZiI/AAAAAAAADUU/-NSjmDwUPdMsVxsi83I9Bm8w8taslHk3ACLcB/s1600/Iwobi.jpg[/img] Nigerian forward, Alex Iwobi was an unused substitute as Arsenal booked their place in the semi-final of the English FA Cup after defeating non-league side Lincoln City 5-0 in their quarter-final tie at the Emirates Stadium. Coming on the back of their disappointing 10-2 aggregate loss to German champions Bayern Munich in the round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League (UCL), Arsenal started on a nervy note with the visitors threatening on a few occasions. The home side however improved as the game went on and were rewarded with the opener from Theo Walcott in the first minute of added time in the first half. The second half was much more straight forward as further goals from Oliver Giroud, Luke Waterfall (OG), Alexis Sanchez and Aaron Ramsey gave the Gunners a 5-0 win. The North London side have now booked their place in the semi-final at the Wembley Stadium next month alongside Manchester City, who defeated Middlesbrough 2-0 earlier in the day. www.soccernet.com.ng/2017/03/fa-cup-iwobi-benched-as-arsenal-thrash.html |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by safarigirl(f): 11:50pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
terzurum5:just observing  1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 11:57pm On Mar 12, 2017 |
This article was poorly edited Leicester City after Nigerian striker [img]https://2.bp..com/-oaGeAg0Q9_k/WMVnapBca5I/AAAAAAAADUk/GLVDv5XVocg9Iq_M3jGk-QylX7LZ4zhswCLcB/s1600/ETEBO.png[/img] Nigeria youngish international, Oghenekaro Etebo, who plays for Turkish giant side, Fenerbahce is on the radar of English champions Leicester. *** the article should have read '' who plays for Portuguese club CD Feirense and the Nigerian national team''***-------- A source close to the Istanbul giants told Turkish-Football that Fenerbahce representatives will fly out to meet with Oghenekaro Etebo later this month. Per-the-source, Fenerbahce plan to establish contact with Etebo during the international break in March. Fenerbahce will also send scouts to watch Etebo for Nigeria’s games against Senegal and Burkina Faso. Fenerbahce are planning wholesale changes to their squad next season following a turbulent past 12 months. The Yellow Canaries find themselves in third place in the Turkish League and a full nine points behind leaders Besiktas. To make matters worse, Besiktas also have a game in hand and can go 12 points clear this weekend. Meanwhile, The Sun has reported that both Arsenal and Leicester City are interested in the 21-year-old midfielder. www.soccernet.com.ng/2017/03/leicester-city-after-nigerian-striker.html |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 12:10am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Newcastle United Star Announces International Retirement Ahead Of Nigeria Friendly  Newcastle United star Mohamed Diamé is no longer in contention to face the Super Eagles at the Hive Stadium in an international friendly on March 23. Ahead of the game between the two African powerhouses, Diamé has announced that he has retired from international football after consulting national team coach Aliou Cissé and the president of the Senegalese Federation. Born in Créteil, France 29 years ago, the midfielder qualified to represent Senegal through his father. Mohamed Diamé amassed 36 caps for The Lions of Teranga after debuting against Cameroon in March 2011, and scored his only goal against Niger a year ago. He represented Senegal at the 2017 African Cup of Nations. Igho Kingsley www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22335 |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 12:11am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Super Eagles Striker Scores Brace On Debut For Chinese Club  Nigeria international Chinedu Obasi bagged a brace on his competitive debut for Shenzhen FC in their 6-0 rout of Dalian Transcendence in the Chinese League One on Sunday. The former Schalke 04 star doubled his team’s advantage in the 32nd minute when he was released into the box before slotting in a left-footed shot. Three minutes after the restart, it became 3-0. Obasi found himself inside the 18-yard box and finished beautifully with his right foot despite the presence of four Dalian Transcendence players. Harold Preciado (3) and Cameroonian striker Aboubakar Oumarou also registered their names on the scoresheet for Sven Goran Eriksson’s side. In the January transfer window, Obasi put pen to paper on a one-year contract, and Shenzhen F.C retained the option of extending the agreement for twelve months at the end of the 2017 season. Igho Kingsley www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22345 1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 12:15am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Senegal Coach Names Squad For Nigeria Friendly On March 16  Coach of the Senegalese National Team, Aliou Cissé, will announce his squad for the upcoming friendly against Nigeria on March 16, 2017. The former Birmingham City midfielder will reveal his first squad after the 2017 African Cup of Nations on Thursday at a press conference. Cisse and his backroom staff will fly to London immediately after the list is published. One name that is expected not to be on the list is Newcastle United midfielder Momo Diamé, who has just announced his international retirement. Contrary to earlier reports, the influentialAnderlecht defenderKara Mbodji is in contention to make the roster after recovering from a knee injury, and has made himself available for selection for the game against the Super Eagles. Ifeanyi Emmanuel www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22344 |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 12:20am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Kayode Celebrates Maiden Nigeria Call Up With 16th Goal Of The Season  Olarenwaju Kayode helped Austria Vienna to register their 15th win in the Bundesliga this term after he hit target in their 3-0 rout of Wolfsberger AC. An own goal byMichael Sollbauer in the 34th minute gave the home team a first-half lead before Alexander Gruenwald doubled the advantage on 54 minutes. On 81 minutes, Kayode made it 3-0 after he intercepted a pass from Wolfsberger, beat a defender and fired the ball past the goalkeeper. Soon after scoring his ninth league goal, his 16th goal across all competitions, the former Flying Eagles star was substituted. The ex-Maccabi Netanya frontman replaced Wolfsburg’s Victor Osimhen in the Nigeria squad for friendlies against Senegal and Burkina Faso earlier this week. Igho Kingsley www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22337 1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 12:23am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Exciting Talent Samuel Kalu Scores Again As Gent Book Play-Off 1 Ticket  Gent recovered from their shock loss to Racing Genk in the Europa League after thrashing Osaguona Ighodaro’sKV Mechelen 3-0 in the Belgian First Division A on Sunday afternoon. As for team news, Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong returned to the starting XI after missing the last six games in the league, and he was joined in the line-up by Moses Simon, Anderson Esiti and the exciting talent Samuel Kalu. The three points were all but won in the first half, with Jeremy Perbet, who was set up by Simon, and Yuya Kubo hitting target in the 32nd and 45th minute respectively. New kid on the block Kalu made it three just after half-time, his third goal in his last four matches across all competitions. Following the win, Gent finished the regular season with 50 points and have booked one of the six tickets for the Play - Off 1. Former Enugu Rangers star Ighodaro came off the bench forKV Mechelenin the 66th minute, while Rabiu Ibrahim was introduced with 14 minutes remaining. Igho Kingsley www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22346 1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 12:24am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Watford Target Onyedinma Preparing To Bid Farewell To Millwall After Eight Years  Millwall wonderkid Fred Onyedinma might depart the League One club in the summer transfer market. The Independent has strongly hinted that the winger is not expected to pen a new contract and is preparing to bid farewell to the Lions after eight years. Premier League duo Watford and Hull City plus Queens Park Rangers are reportedly monitoring the situation of the 20-year-old Onyedinma. Though the youngster is set to depart Millwall as a free agent, they will receive training compensation, thought to be in the region of one million pounds, because he developed at their academy. Onyendinma has spent the whole of his career at Millwall apart from a spell on loan at Wycombe Wanderers during the 2014-2015 season. Igho Kingsley www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22340 1 Like |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 12:25am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Middlesbrough Run The Rule Over Monaco Loanee Echiejile  French Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain and Premier League strugglers Middlesbrough F.C sent scouts to Spain to monitor the La Liga game between Valencia and Sporting Gijon. Fut boldesdefrancia.com has suggested that the Parisians were at the Estadio Mestalla to run the rule over Valencia left back José Gayá, while Boro came to observe a Sporting Gijon player. Nigeria international Elderson Echiejile had only 17 minutes to show off after he replaced Burgui in the second half. He arrived the Rojiblancos from Monaco in the January transfer window and will remain there until the end of this season. His contract with the Principality side runs out on June 30, 2018. Ifeanyi Emmanuel www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22338 |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Nobody: 12:58am On Mar 13, 2017 |
terzurum5:why is a big club like enyimba moving from pillar to post in the name of match venues.? What happened to the enyimba stadium? Ain't finished yet? Naija set..I remember it didn't take Liverpool up to 3months after last summer league to renovate their stadium..even Tottenham new stadium is nearing completion and they still play there.. Don't tell money issue cos they started this work 3 yrs ago when they won the league..  They just keep on conviniencing their fans.. |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by daveP(m): 1:47am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Humility017:Let's see how this indifferent season looks sha. |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 8:09am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Kog45: No be me talk am o. Na Somebody here. |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 8:11am On Mar 13, 2017 |
terzurum5: But I didn't see him yesterday against Spurs.  |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by kingphilip(m): 8:13am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Icon4s:he was an unused substitute |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 8:15am On Mar 13, 2017 |
kingphilip: Ok. Thanks. |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 10:24am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Okaka not thinking about dumping Italy for Nigeria  Stefan Okaka by Austin Ditlhobolo Thursday Mar 09, 2017. 14:00 Watford FC centre forward Stefan Okaka, who is still eligible to represent Nigeria, is hoping to continue playing for his country of birth, Italy. The 27-year-old was born in the Italian city of Castiglione de Lago to Nigerian parents, who later obtained the Italian citizenship. Okaka has four caps for Italy's senior national team, the Azzurri, but all four appearances were made in friendly games which makes him eligible for Nigeria's Super Eagles. The strongly built striker has established himself in the English side Watford's starting line-up and he's now eyeing a place in the Italian squad according to his brother and agent Charles Okaka. “Yet there have been no recent contact with (Gian Piero) Ventura but it’s obvious that the National Team is among the next targets, ”Okaka told Tuttomercatoweb.com. “Stefano knows that if one works in the right way, with determination, things come by themselves.” Three years ago, Okaka, who is a former Italy youth international, indicated that he was interested in representing Nigeria, but he was included in the Italy squad by back then coach Antonio Conte. He made his Azzurri debut against Albania on 18 November 2014 replacing Sebastian Giovinco in the second-half. The last time he played for Italy was against Germany on March 29, 2016. http://africanfootball.com/news/693730/Okaka-not-thinking-about-dumping-Italy-for-Nigeria |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 10:28am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Very soon Nigerian footballers will dominate the Chinese League. Ujah, Ighalo Fire Blanks In Chinese Super League [img]https://3.bp..com/-A0uUsUTfLms/WMXYYjGS8oI/AAAAAAAADU0/GDXSs29u2ZUjodbloXcACO-hXHAdNh0AwCLcB/s1600/Ighalo-China.jpg[/img] Super Eagles duo of Odion Ighalo and Anthony Ujah fired blanks for their clubs, Changchun Yatai FC and Liaoning Hongyun in match-day two of the Chinese Super League against Guangzhou R&F FC and Henan Jianye respectively on Sunday. Ighalo was in full time action for Changchun Yetai in their 1-0 away loss to Guangzhou, while Ujah was also in action for the entire duration, but could not save Liaoning Hongyun as they played out a 1-1 draw with Henan Jianye. After Sunday’s round of matches, Changchun Yetai currently placed at the bottom of the log as they are yet to have a single point in the two matches played so far in the Chinese league, while Ujah’s Liaoning Hongyun occupy sixth position with two points with same number of matches. http://www.soccernet.com.ng/2017/03/ujah-ighalo-fire-blanks-in-chinese.html |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 10:31am On Mar 13, 2017 |
 Kalu, Akpala Score As Gent, Oostende Qualify For Title Play-offs; Ajagun, Salami Also on Target By James Agberebi: Nigerian forward, Samuel Kalu, was on target for KAA Gent who beat Mechelen 3-0 on Sunday and qualify for the play-offs that will produce Belgian Jupiler Pro-League champions, Completesportsnigeria.com reports. Kalu scored in the 46th minute to make it 3-0 in favour of Gent.nIt was his second league goal of the season for Gent. Also in action for Gent were Moses Simon, Anderson Esiti, William Troost-Ekong and Rabiu Ibrahim. Another Nigerian player on the score sheet was Joseph Akpala whose team KV Oostende were forced to a 2-2 away draw by Standard Liege, but still advanced into the play-offs spot. Akpala found the back of the net on 47 minutes to make it 2-0 for Oostende before they were eventually pegged back by Standard Liege. It was Akpala's first goal this season. In the Dutch Eredivisie (top flight), Abduljeleel Ajagun was among the goal scorers as his club Roda JC defeated visiting FC Groningen 3-1. Groningen would end the match with 10 men. Ajagun opened scoring for Roda in the 77th minute before he was replaced in the 77th minute. It was his second goal for Roda JC in the league campaign this season. In the Finnish Cup, Gbolahan Salami scored for KuPS who lost 4-2 at home to Honka.bSalami bagged KuPS first goal in the 65th minute. Also in action for KuPS was Azubuike Egwuekwe who played for 90 minutes. And in Turkey, Nigerian trio; Godfrey Oboabona, Nosa Igiebor and Bright Edomwonyi were in action for Rizespor who were beaten 2-1 at home by Antalyaspor. Both Oboabona and Edomwonyi played for 90 minutes, while Igiebor was introduced in the 46th minute. https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/kalu-akpala-score-gent-oostende-qualify-title-play-offs-ajagun-salami-also-target/ |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 10:33am On Mar 13, 2017 |
terzurum5: Injury is this guy's middle name. Mthceeew. |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 10:34am On Mar 13, 2017 |
 Moses Set For Fourth FA Cup Clash Vs Man United By Dare Esan: Super Eagles star Victor Moses will play his fourth FA Cup game against Manchester united if he gets to make his 23rd succesive start on Monday night when Chelsea host the Red Devils at Stamford Bridge in the last quater-final fixture of the competition, Completesportsnigeria.com reports. Interestingly, the Nigerian first featured against United in the competition while playing for Chelsea in the 2012/2013 season. In his first of two games that season, Moses was on for 52 minutes as the Blues came from 2-0 down after the first 45 minutes to secure a draw and a replay at Stamford Bridge courtsey of goals from Eden Hazard on 59 minutes and Ramires on 68 minutes. In the replay at the Bridge, Demba Ba’s 49th minute strike was all Chelsea needed to advance to the final with Moses coming on as an 89th minute substitute for the goal scorer. The Nigerian was however on the losing end last season.This time he was on his third loan at West Ham and came in as a 62nd minute substitute for Ener Valencia as the Hammers crashed 2-1 at home to United. Moses has played only once in the FA Cup this term and this was in the 2-0 fifth round win against Wolves at the Molineux and will make his 23rd FA Cup appearance if he plays tonight. He has scored five times in 22 games in the competition with two of the goals coming in his first spell at Stamford Bridge in the 2012/2013 season. His first goal came on January 5, 2013 when he scored the second goal in a 5-1 demolition of Southampton at Saint Mary’s. The second came on February 27 of the same year, scoring the second goal (73rd minute) in a 2-0 defeat of Middlesbrough at the Riverside stadium after Fernando Torres had given Chelsea the lead. Moses has scored four times for Chelsea so far this term in 29 games. Read more at https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/moses-set-fourth-fa-cup-vs-man-united/#guKAMVJcmTFBzVXX.99 |
| Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by terzurum5(m): 10:39am On Mar 13, 2017 |
Nigerian Star Kelechi Refuses To Expose Rivers United Ahead Of CAFCL Cracker  Al-Merreikh’s Nigerian striker Kelechi Osunwa has tactically refused to give his coach the lowdown on Rivers United ahead of his side’s CAF Champions League meeting in Port Harcourt. The prolific frontman still has a soft spot for Rivers United, having represented Dolphins for two years before moving to Sudan to link up with Al-Hilal. “I have great memories of Port Harcourt and I am glad to be back to play against my former club even though they have now merged (with Sharks to form Rivers United), ” Osunwa said. “It will be a great game on Sunday and we will see how it goes in the end. “I didn’t really give tips (about Rivers United) to my coach (Diego Garzito) because most of the players are new players ”. To get to this stage of the Champions League, Rivers United saw off Réal Bamako in the last round and did not concede in both matches. Igho Kingsley http://allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=22341 |
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