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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 5:38pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
TheSuperNerd:. Ajagun didn't only play for the U17, he also played the U20 WC twice and he was the captain in the last tournament. We saw what he did. Can you please mention one Nigerian player in the top 5 leagues in the world playing constantly(I am regularly) in the no 10 role with facts? Because the last time I checked, there is none. How can you say Etebo is more versatile than Ajagun when Ajagun has never been given the chance to prove himself? If Etebor is more versatile than Ajagun, how come his limited him to only 2-3 roles while has played in 4 roles this season? I think I need something better than statement to convince me. As far as his doesn't deem it to play in that ATM, I think he is the best no 10 in Europe. Same applies to others. Now, I get the library |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Nobody: 5:40pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by OMANBALA1: 5:43pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Icon4s: Nwakali,Orji and Osimhen need more playing time so we can assess them properly. Beside that ,we have some very good reliable hands that will be difficult to displace. In the attack we have Iheanacho,Iwobi,Onyekuru,Musa,Victor Moses,Simon Moses,Isaac Success,Musa ,Kayode,Ideye,Ighalo. Out of these players these weakest ones are Simon Moses and Musa but like I said Orji and Osimhen can't just walk into this team...They will sweat it out. In the midfield we have Etebo,Mikel,Agu,Ndidi,Ogu,Onazi,Agbo. Out of all these players the only true attacking midfielder we have is Etebo and I know we play Mikel in that position because he insists he want to play there but I don't consider Mikel an attacking midfielder. Meanwhile,Nwakali can attack and defend but he is not ready. Out of all the youngsters we have coming up I am more confident about Nwakali because the boy is fearless. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by OMANBALA1: 5:45pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Mujtahida: Amokachi, I suppose.. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 5:48pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Trevor Sinclair believes West Ham could be about to make massive signing in Kelechi Iheanacho West Ham United are reportedly keen on Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho . Pundit Trevor Sinclair has taken to Twitter to claim that West Ham United could make a 'massive' signing by bringing Kelechi Iheanacho to the club. Iheanacho hit 14 goals in 35 games for Manchester City last season, with many believing that the Nigerian striker would become one of the Premier League 's next top strikers. However, Iheanacho struggled to feature under Pep Guardiola this past season, starting just five Premier League games as he ended up behind both Sergio Aguero and January arrival Gabriel Jesus in the pecking order. Now, Iheanacho could look to leave City in order to pursue first-team football elsewhere, with the Daily Mail reporting that West Ham United have submitted a bid to sign the striker. A representative of the striker even told Own Goal Nigeria earlier this week that he believes Iheanacho will join West Ham ahead of other clubs as he seeks to stay in the Premier League. That would all be very exciting for West Ham, given that they have been searching for a top striker for some time now, and Iheanacho would fit the bill. Pacey with predatory instincts and huge potential, Iheanacho would represent a major addition for Slaven Bilic's side, and one pundit certainly thinks he would be a smart signing. Former West Ham and Manchester City midfielder Trevor Sinclair has taken to Twitter to claim that the Hammers could be about to make a 'massive' signing by landing Iheanacho, calling him a 'goal getter' based on his time with City. Kelechi to West Ham is massive if it goes through #GoalGetter Source: http://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2017/06/04/trevor-sinclair-believes-west-ham-could-be-about-to-make-massive/ 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mujtahida: 5:52pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
OMANBALA1:One bottle of chilled stout for you. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheGoodJoe(m): 5:58pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Kog45: I wonder why a simple point is difficult to grab. I said I do not have a problem if Iheanacho sits on the bench a season or two as long as he goes through the regular drills and routine of Guardiola. Iheanacho choosing to leave after last season does not in any way go against my opinion if you thought so. I made the statement beginning of the season. Haba. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:03pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
@first bolded... last tournament meaning 2013 right... ofcos I know that... I was only stating where I started following Ajagun's Progress... From the U-17s and his days at Dolphins of PHC. @second bolded.... didn't you read where I said it is uncommon for an African player playing in the no.10 role in the top 7-10 leagues...? Wasn't that meant to be a huge compliment for Ajagun..... ? And nope... Eredivisie is not a top 5 league in Europe. Get those facts right... that is why I said top 7-10. @Third bolded..... Etebo has shown his versatility since his days with the U-23s and since his days at Warri Wolves... Etebo's excellent versatility is what gave him the chance to be invited in the first place. Let Ajagun show same and see if he will be ignored for long... @fourth bolded..... I don't quite understand what you mean here... best no.10 in Europe? or Nigeria's best no.10 in Europe based on who is actually playing regularly in the no.10 role? ![]() Is Ajagun better than Mikel, Iwobi and even Iheanacho in the no.10 role? ![]() Is he more versatile than Etebo? they both can play no.10... Etebo can also play RMF/RWF, LMF/LWF, CMF, DMF, CF, SS, and his energy levels suggest he can execute the full back roles for us if taken there too.... Etebo is a super Beast.... is that who you compare Ajagun to in terms of Versatility? ![]() Can Ajagun play DMF with distinction? Can he play CF? Can he even trump Etebo in the SS role? Na wa.... @Fifth bolded.... Good! About time.... ![]() forgiveness: 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mickael2(m): 6:04pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Humility017: what I do not understand is why you will say that I mentioned that Oshimen is useless when I did not even have that in mind. I said clearly that his talent is there for all to see. Obviously I got the points you just made now 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Humility017(m): 6:07pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
maidaboi: I tell you.... it is not every time one must always have his way |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Humility017(m): 6:08pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Mickael2:thanks.... I appreciate 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Humility017(m): 6:13pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
forgiveness: you see the problem of many indigenous coaches is sentiments and tribalism... (nepotism) the young man wrote the truth there is no need of saving.... anything. your parochial quest and filthy allegations are open for all to see...... 3 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mickael2(m): 6:13pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Joebie: thank you. Now here is the question, Orji is also a lad for the future so he falls into the same category with Oshimen, why exactly was Oshimen preferred? 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Humility017(m): 6:15pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Mickael2:perfect question.... I think you should ask past under 17, 20, 23 and current super eagles that question.... they all should have Answers on why they keep inviting the lad.... afterall....them all can't be partial at the same time |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Nobody: 6:15pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Mickael2: Because he's preferred ![]() If Orji was or is being invited, some other folks would be asking this question,,,, why was Orji preferred? |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mickael2(m): 6:17pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
OMANBALA1: Quoting him out of context is quite wrong. He didn't say he is better, he said he can be more effective in 5 roles and that he can also play the no 10 better. Ok name Iwobi's 5 positions |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mickael2(m): 6:19pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Humility017: here I might borrow an idea from Komekn, what if it's not from the coaches but the board? |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:27pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Odegbami: ‘ Do or Die’ In Uyo For Super Eagles! Piece written by the Mathematical Himself... Mathematical 7, Segun Odegbami ![]() Let us face the facts, at this point in the development of African football, Nigeria, is not a country that should miss out on any edition of the African Cup of Nations. As giants of Africa in many facets of life, football should not be an exception. Indeed, in football Nigeria should be to Africa what Brazil is to South America, an invaluable asset to the bi-annual continental championship without whom the competition is never really the same! Take away administrative ineptitude, Nigeria has everything else needed to make the country a global super power in football – talent, population, economic power, a proud people, and the ‘can do’ spirit of champions. That’s why every time the country misses out on any football championship in Africa, or fails to be a representative of the African continent in the World Cup, it is counted as a catastrophe in the country, and a huge loss to the football fiesta in terms of added colour, flamboyance, organized supporters of drummers and singers, the total unpredictability of the Super Eagles(a team that can swing from brilliance to naivety at will), and charismatic travelling army of the largest concentration of Black people on earth with their infectious friendship, boisterous loudness, lavish celebrations, effervescent confidence and a typical brashness and boldness. These are the elements that this country takes to every football party. Failing to qualify for the championships any time means some heads rolling, some tenures and careers terminating, and the entire country going through a painful period of spiritual cleansing to gather strength again for the next time. In the days when only 8 nations in the continent participated in AFCON, and only one represented the continent in the World Cup, it was understandable if Nigeria, despite its numerous strengths and advantages, failed to qualify for the championships. But with the numbers increasing to 16 and 5 respectively, there is now no acceptable excuse whatsoever for failure to qualify for both major international championships. That is the new benchmark the Nigerian people have set for themselves. They now accept qualifying for every AFCON and the World Cup as their birth right. To have missed out and sat through the last two AFCON editions has been one of the most painful periods in the history of Nigerian football, second only to when the country failed at the final hurdles in 1977 and 1981 to qualify for the World Cup finals, when only one country represented the continent. Not to qualify these days is one experience no Nigerian wants to go through again. That’s why I feel sorry for South Africa as their date with the Eagles approaches. In the battle of Uyo they have entered One Chance and, any way, which ever way, they will be beaten. This AFCON 2018 qualifier is one match Nigeria must win and win well. It is an essential tonic the national team must take to restore it to its previous winning ways and truly make the Eagles deserve a place at the apex of African football. So, all hands are on the plough to ensure a comfortable win and a great display. Unfortunately, any technical preview of the match, and particularly of the Eagles, will fall short simply because of the amorphous state of the team in these days of rebuilding. There are a lot of emerging, untested, new young players on the periphery of the team, and until Gernot Rohr releases his line-up on the night of the match, very few can read his mind and select the players that will form the Super Eagles to take on the Bafana Bafana. The match will not be decided by any advanced team tactics, but by the quality of individual performances and how disciplined the players are in playing to a simple strategy and how well they take their chances when they come. Mr. Rohr appears to be a master at getting these quick results. I am not so sure but I think since he took over Nigeria’s national team, they are yet to lose a major international match. The Super Eagles are a team in progress. The team will come together fully in 2018, approaching both the African Cup of Nations and the World Cup in Russia. Finally, gauging the mood in Nigeria at the moment, one can only feel sorry for the Bafana Bafana as there is no escape from the claws of the Eagles. Forget about the most recent history of performances between the two countries when theBafana Bafanahave managed to break away from the seeming stranglehold of theSuper Eagles and shattered the myth of their invincibility and supremacy in matches between them since 1993, when South Africa returned to African football after decades in the doldrums due to Apartheid. If I recall correctly, the South Africans have only ever beaten the Eagles twice in 24 years despite the innumerable confrontations between them. Under normal temperature and pressure, the Super Eagles have the South Africans’ number and, psychologically, would have them for breakfast any day, anytime. So, next Saturday, inside the magnificent stadium of Uyo, that confident feeling is flooding back into the psyche of Nigerians. South Africa will fall heavily! Sir Walter Winter-Bottom’s words are also ringing in my head as I write this – football is much more than life and death. It is so true for Nigerians now. It is consuming them. So, the pressure, both ways, is on. South Africa has become a high mountain that Nigeria must climb and conquer in order to move forward. Nigerians relish this kind of challenge. South Africa may have been a tough opponent in the past two years but the pendulum has now shifted back Nigeria’s way and, surely, the Bafana Bafanahoneymoon with victory over Nigeria is over. One can sense it all over the country that in this electrifying tension the support for the Eagles will be overwhelming. The turf of the magnificent stadium in Uyo I hear, has been fixed to allow for the game to flow. This is the only motivation theSuper Eagles need to ‘do or die’ with South Africa next weekend! What a great match in prospect! Source: http://www.completesportsnigeria.com/odegbami-die-uyo-super-eagles/ |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheSuperNerd(m): 6:31pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Super Eagles To Hit Uyo On Monday For Bafana Clash By Johnny Edward ![]() The Super Eagles of Nigeria will depart Abuja for Uyo on Monday in preparation for Saturday’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Bafana Bafana of South Africa, Completesportsnigeria.com reports. The Gernot Rohr-led side arrived in Abuja from France on Friday and have been lodged at the Bolton White Apartments. They are scheduled to train Monday evening at the Abuja National Stadium. But according to a tweet on the official handle of the Super Eagles the team will fly out to Uyo on Monday. “We will be leaving Abuja for Uyo on Monday to commence final phase of preparations for 2019 AFCON qualifier vs S/Africa. Media Alert,” a tweet from the handle @NGSuperEagles reads. “Our pre-match media parley will take place on Thursday, June 8, at Le Meridien Hotel, Uyo at 12pm. Media identification is key.” The Super Eagles are expected to lodge at the Le Meridien Ibom Hotel and Golf Resort, Uyo. Source: http://www.completesportsnigeria.com/super-eagles-hit-uyo-monday-bafana-clash/ |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:53pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
I will give you a direct answer. Osimhen came to the limelight first. he was noticed, ised by previous coaches and Rohr inherited the idea of Osimhen. Ran the rule over him, and believed in him. Orji is now just coming to limelight, hence still behind in the pecking order. When it gets to his turn we will see if he can outwit Osimen. I heard Orji played as a 9 at Bologna U20 or was it Bologna B, so the comparison is healthy IMO. Mickael2: 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by ChrisKels: 6:55pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Mickael2: Guy I doubt u could have been any puerile than this, sorry to say that. I have kinda been keeping tabs on ur line of argument on different occasions, u have this proclivity for calling white, black just to drive home a point. Why are u like this? u think u wanna stir some people up with those silly points? but end up bringing urself to disrepute. As much as u love debates, eschew lies and preconceptions because even the youngest member of this thread is informed enough to detect lame points when he sees one. Be smart enough to stop compromising on ur integrity. Was osimhen chopping bench, abi he was either recuperating from or nursing injuries? 5 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 7:00pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
My people let's not forget it was same way they were saying why Osimhen and not Odey. Coaches are not fools oh. They know what they see in a player that matches their philosophy. The fact is Osimhen is very much in Rohrs plans that he will never hesitate to keep him near the team as long as he is not injured. Orji will get his chance. No be who get invite first go go Russia. 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Napoleon55(m): 7:03pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
forgiveness:in other words,u would start Ajagun ahead of Mike,Iwobi,Onazi, let me not even mention Etebor. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mujtahida: 7:11pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Chrismario:Very apt reply. Some things are just the way they are. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by eitsei(m): 8:08pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
forgiveness:with the way you talk and hype ajagun I'm thinking he's either your friend or family |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by ChrisKels: 8:28pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
The Deutch is sodomising our brothers from the coast of ivory, real bad. 5goals to nil, it would have been worse if Robben and Janssen had been more team players. What happened to the elephants? Could this be another Wilmot factor playing out? 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Kog45(m): 8:37pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
TheGoodJoe:Simple point?if u don't have a problem having Iheanacho on d bench for a season or two,well we Nigerians don't want him to be on d bench going through Pep's drilling without playing time.Haba Super Eagle Number 9 going through drilling for a season or two |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by ChrisKels: 8:46pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Maybe a few people think through this line with me, but I think it is worth the mention. To the powers that be, the bigwigs in here, I direct this question, please why don't we read of NFF's push to cap Manuel Akanji as much as we read of their pushes for other guys his age? I have seen him play severally and from my own standards, he is okay. He just won his place as a starter with Basel and I think we should have arms round his neck as we do Awaziem now because we don't have that much options at the back and Balogun ain't getting any younger. The boy doesn't hide his Nigerian heritage, evident is the presence of Nigerian flag on his instagram handle (I guess). He might love the prospect of playing with this young, vibrant Eagles team. They(Awaziem and Akanji) wouldn't make bad partners *future wise* in eagle's defense if we got him in the fold. 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 9:06pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
BascoVanVeli: The Dutch league is ranked 13th In Europe and the second tier will probably be on par with English League 2. He hasn't set this lowly league on fire, after 30 games he has scored 2 goals. These are not stats that get you to league 1 in England. He has no justification to be in the SE other than if Osimhen is there, why not me ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 9:11pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Mickael2: On Orji current form and performance it is not a matter of debate, Orji has far more justification than Osimhen. But so do a lot of other players of Nigerian unfortunately they are not liked by Rohr. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 9:16pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Mickael2: I second your view and CONCUR with capital letters GBAM !!! 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by komekn(m): 9:25pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Humility017: Youth football shows potential it doesn't confirm class or ability. Chrisantus was golden U17 boy how far did he go ![]() Chuba Akpom has been Killing it at youth level but cannot make the big jump to senior football. If he was that good lowly struggling Wolfsburg would not have left him on the bench in a win or loose everything final relegation match with Eintracht Braunschweig. It is your club present and continous form and performance that justifies your inclusion not your past glories into the national team. Osimhen has none to underpin his selection beyond, the coaches think he is good. 1 Like |
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