joseph1013:

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3. Most Intelligent Poster
4. Most Resourceful Poster
5. Most Respectful Poster
6. Most Consistent Poster
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10. Nicest Poster
11. Most Influential Poster
12. Most Pro-Foreign Born Poster
13. Most Pro-Naija League Poster
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15. Most Sentimental
16. Notorious Silent Reader
17. Impressive Thread Newbie
18. Diehard Super Eagles Fan
19. Best Friends
20. Most Outstanding Poster
21. Overall Best Poster
22. Top Dramatic Topics
23. Honourable Mention: I, by the power vested on me by this thread, unanimously give this category to THESUPERNERD. Whoever does not accept should go and report to Buhari.

Any other categories I'm missing?

PS: Apologies the get-together could not happen. I am out of the country.

I tender my unreserved apologies if your name is not here. Let's have some fun.

Most Controversial...without doubt oo Forgiveness, he can just type something that will make you shout 'what!'

Most Interactive....without doubt over the entire year has to be TheSuperNerd, I am not sure he left any of his mentions unattended to, and he had the highest number of comments too.

Most intelligent poster.... Easily Mujtahida, not just about sports but the way he combines sports with real life education is just top notch, I like reading his comments, one advice sha don't be too optimistic, I always tell you that.

Most resourcesful....Tbaba and Joebie, nothing else.

Most respectful..... I would give it to Tbaba and Icon4s, not sure they've had any dint on their image at all.

Most consistent.... Over the course of the year, I am not sure anyone deserves this at all so blank.

Most positive.... Ah them plenty ooo, Mujtahida, Icon4s, Tbaba1234, Humility, Kog45 abeg them too plenty.

Best sense of humour.... Goldfish

Most critical.... Goldfish and Komekn to a lesser extent

Nicest poster.... Tbaba1234, he is always very very diplomatic.

Most influential....has to be Komekn and Safarigirl. Their comments will always turn your head, sometimes they may be negative(well most times for Komekn) but the fact is that so long as their comments leads to a reaction from a lot of people, then they are influential for me.

The next two categories, we already know them na. Komekn for foreign and Bascon for local, finish.


People's favourite has to be Icon4s

Most Sentimental has to be Humility without doubt, and Safarigirl too.

Most impressive thread newbie,,,,Mujtahida. He has barely been here for 3months and he has already won the most intelligent poster award, that is nothing short of impressive.


Die hard SE fan... Eh no comment.

Best friends..... Forgiveness and Icon4s

Most outstanding poster and best poster are the same for me, and I will give it to Tbaba1234 for his top top diplomatic approach to matters.


Honourable mentions: them plenty o

daveP:
Hmm. If a good wc outing happens, la liga should be his next destination to me. Madrid maybe. Else he can think of joining the Klopp's Kops.

Madrid kwa? Ok that isn't possible

krattoss:
lol
this man would be better off as a script writer...

Lol...I tell you.... he has no respect wit his words

eterisan:
who will challenge forgiveness for most controversial.... Lolz... When Lord Ajagun wey fit play Rb rm cm am df ss... And will make Nigeria win world cup.. Abeg.. No challenge.... Abeg mek una nor mind me I'm just here to read comments and chillax.. Click like if u like me.. Cos I know say we are many

Lord Ajagun that leaps like an antelope and runs like a gazzete

MetalJigsaw:
INTERVIEW – Ogu: Why I Believe Super Eagles Will Go Far At Russia 2018 World Cup

Completesportsnigeria.com’s JOHNNY EDWARD gets Super Eagles and Hapoel Beer Sheva midfielder, John Ogu talking, about his stint so far with the World Cup bound Gernot Rohr’s team.



# You were an unused substitute in the Super Eagles’ first five games of the World Cup qualifying campaign, but finally got a chance to play in the dead-rubber clash against Algeria which ended 1-1. What went through your mind during those period?

To be honest, nothing went through my mind during those period. I was there trying to stay prepared to give my best whenever the chance comes. I felt like that at some point, but the joy is that everyone was doing well and we were winning games. I’m happy that at the end of it all we qualified and I got a chance to play against Algeria. As a team, we played better. We were in control and coming out with a 1-1 draw was great. We were just out to do the country proud and I’m glad that it turned out well.

# Did you lose faith in the system, especially with a self belief that you possess the quality to start games as well?

Hmmm no. There wasn’t a time I lost faith in the system because of the qualitiies of players starting the games. Also my relationship with the manager gave me more confidence before I got my chance which was very key. I was just excited to be called up to the team and the fact that we qualified for the World Cup in Russia seamlessly. We achieved qualification without struggling a bit unlike in the past when we had so many difficulties. So for me, that was something to cheer about, rather than sulk on the bench.

# The current Super Eagles managed to stay unbeaten during the World Cup qualifying campaign. Just how good is this team judging from how you all played against Argentina, in which you were a beast in the midfield?

The win against Argentina says a lot about the Eagles and we won’t rest on our oars going into the World Cup. We have been together and we keep reminding ourselves we are here for a reason. Kudos to the coaches, the NFF and the fans who supported us all the way.
First of all, the unity in the team has been key as we reach out for one another. Fighting for ourselves made us stronger too. The Super Eagles qualifying for Russia 2018 without losing was no fluke, and we showed that in the friendly against Argentina despite the fact that we were without five key players and the Argentine team paraded top quality players as well, regardless of Lionel Messi, Gonzalo Higuian and Mauro Icardi missing the game.

# You have played in different formations at club level. How difficult or easy was it playing in a 3-5-2 formation with the Super Eagles against Argentina?

It wasn’t difficult playing in the 3-5-2 formation, but the fact that the Super Eagles had one training session saw the team struggle in the first half. But we picked up in the second half and showed the class we were made off. Scoring four goals against an Argentine star-studded side isn’t a fluke at all. We worked it out with our bond.

# Would you prefer the Super Eagles maintain this 3-5-2 formation when the missing players return, or rivert to the old 4-2-3-1?

That is for the manager to decide. I’m just in the team to carry out his match-day plan.

# Nigeria has faced Argentina more than any other team at the World Cup. Are you comfortable facing the La Albiceleste again in Russia, with the likes of Lionel Messi and Mauro Icardi in the squad?

There are no easy teams all the teams that have qualified will be tough. We have to prepare for a game as it comes. It’s the World Cup and not a friendly, so other factors will come to play. It’s going to be Nigeria vs Argentina and not Lionel Messi vs Nigeria. As a team, we have the quality to break them down again even with the inclusion of Messi. They have had it smooth in the past, but it’s time to end that jinx against Argentina in Russia.

# How far do you think the Super Eagles can go in Russia?

It’s not going to be easy. We will be out there to win games and play quality football. We have the talent and quality to go far.


# Watching the World Cup as a growing kid, tell us your best memory as a fan?

Watching the world Cup as a fan was the game involving Nigeria and Spain in France 1998. We won 3-2, I remember the goal Sunday Oliseh scored won us the game. That team showed determination and great strength which is what we are also imbibing. We will go far in Russia.

After watching the Algeria vs Nigeria dead-rubber tie and the friendly against Argentina so many times nobody can convince me Onazi is a better option than Ogu in that defensive midfield. I paid close attention specifically to Ogu, Iwobi and Ekong just to better understand their strength and weaknesses but I will focus on Ogu for the sake of this post. In positioning Ogu is better than Onazi of today, he knows how to cover the gaps that could open penetration from opponents. In tackles, Ogu is more cleaner and hardly draws any caution. He knows when to drift and when not to, his ball control and short swift passes are beauty to behold something Onazi has no knowledge of. To add to these great qualities Ogu can play both defensive and central midfield.

Onazi's place in the starting eleven is not concrete anymore and if I were to make the selection as it stands now Onazi will have to start from the bench.

Mickael2:



Madrid kwa? Ok that isn't possible

My conditional statement wasnt seen by you ba? 2reasons for your negativity pls!!

Current price:25m, +good world cup outing=40m+? i'm waiting...

OMANBALA1:


If I remember correctly , it was baba Icons that said that most cadet players dont end up becoming what was anticipated of them and rightly so this has manifested and kept going. In the case of Omeruo, this guy was like a rock and great ball player during the U20 world cup that had Ajagun,Musa,Azeez, Kayode and co in the team and though we have finally found Uche Okechukwu replacement but lo and behold I watch Omeruo depreciated and was playing like grandpa. I think he is picking up his pieces and hopefully he makes the team.

Omeruo was not a starter during that U20, there were two northern guys playing the defence then. Infact Omeruo didnt play a single minute of that tournament

daveP:
My conditional statement wasnt seen by you ba? 2reasons for your negativity pls!!

Current price:25m, +good world cup outing=40m+? i'm waiting...

you still missed the point. Is he just going to Madrid because he wants to be a madrid player? Or he wants to be a starter? Do you think he will be a starter in Real Madrid?

Keep a date!

Congrats to omeruo!

Aremu Afeezto Norway without trial

MetalJigsaw:
Intresting... Later in the year I guess. We need to study the Croatians.

Probably June 6-8th

Mickael2:



you still missed the point. Is he just going to Madrid because he wants to be a madrid player? Or he wants to be a starter? Do you think he will be a starter in Real Madrid?

You missed the point, so no need to give my statement an 'extension of deliberations'. Just like a good wc outing gave James Rodiguez a Madrid jersey, same for my angle.

soetanoreoluwa:
Keep a date!

Abeg which Satelite TV has the broadcast right to show this one so we start chasing the black goat now.
No be when players don line up for field we go begin search for the match in all DSTV channels including Zee-World and Cartoon Network.

Even before the SA loss I've opined on his inclusion ahead of Onazi (this after watching him play severally at club level) but I was called Onazi hater by his supporters .
Ogu utilises his weakness to his own advantage (not pacey). The reason he sits deep to protect the defenders and allow Ndidi with pace to surge forward and help in the attack.
Ogu sits comfortably as a DM or CM. The goal against Algeria (though inconsequential) was from a CM position and we'll struck. His passes lovely and short.
My joy in this Rohrs' team is that every department he's trying to get replacements and not substitute though and ability of them to play a false 9 system (against Argentina). Iwobi and Iheanacho played as AM.

OMANBALA1:



After watching the Algeria vs Nigeria dead-rubber tie and the friendly against Argentina so many times nobody can convince me Onazi is a better option than Ogu in that defensive midfield. I paid close attention specifically to Ogu, Iwobi and Ekong just to better understand their strength and weaknesses but I will focus on Ogu for the sake of this post. In positioning Ogu is better than Onazi of today, he knows how to cover the gaps that could open penetration from opponents. In tackles, Ogu is more cleaner and hardly draws any caution. He knows when to drift and when not to, his ball control and short swift passes are beauty to behold something Onazi has no knowledge of. To add to these great qualities Ogu can play both defensive and central midfield.

Onazi's place in the starting eleven is not concrete anymore and if I were to make the selection as it stands now Onazi will have to start from the bench.

daveP:
You missed the point, so no need to give my statement an 'extension of deliberations'. Just like a good wc outing gave James Rodiguez a Madrid jersey, same for my angle.

Madrid already has a standard DMF, two if you count Llronte/Kovacic. If they buy Ndidi it will be for who? The assistant captain of the brazillian national team(Casemiro)? If he going to bench Case? James had a vacant position to fill, Ozil already left and Di Maria was posting highly inconsistent results, but Case's case is way way different

Humility017:

its like you have a strong aversion for nancho.....
anyway let's keep watching....we still several months to the world cup

On the contrary am a fanatical fan of Nacho and everything am saying is as a result of my deep respect and love for the guys career. The truth can appear difficult sometimes but all i want to see is the guy bouncing back to his form

Kog45:
RAYMOND KING IS DEAD CC:icon4s,goldfish80, enomakos,

sad news in this new year

Icon4s:


Abeg which Satelite TV have the broadcast right to show this one so we start chasing the black goat now.
No be when players don line up for field we go begin search for the match in all DSTV channels including Zee-World and Cartoon Network.

no top match in this world u can't watch on bein sports...

instead of waiting to be disappointed at the dying minutes of every match by these shenanigans tv satellites... get urself a mobro app..
U can even connect it to ur smart tv if ur device and the tv supports screen mirroring. .
MOBDRO streaming apk has got me covered..

just watched arsenal vs WBA highlights...
iwobi really impressed wit his long range shots.....just unlucky not to get a goal from one of his attempt

and for those arsenal fans always picking on him...their frustration I understand...being that the lad opt for Nigeria instead of the 3 lions....they've had no peace within....

nelszx:
Even before the SA loss I've opined on his inclusion ahead of Onazi (this after watching him play severally at club level) but I was called Onazi hater by his supporters .
Ogu utilises his weakness to his own advantage (not pacey). The reason he sits deep to protect the defenders and allow Ndidi with pace to surge forward and help in the attack.
Ogu sits comfortably as a DM or CM. The goal against Algeria (though inconsequential) was from a CM position and we'll struck. His passes lovely and short.
My joy in this Rohrs' team is that every department he's trying to get replacements and not substitute though and ability of them to play a false 9 system (against Argentina). Iwobi and Iheanacho played as AM.

.. this was my joy of the match...

That means ..NO STRIKER (which we don't currently have), NO PROBLEM

nelszx:
Even before the SA loss I've opined on his inclusion ahead of Onazi (this after watching him play severally at club level) but I was called Onazi hater by his supporters .
Ogu utilises his weakness to his own advantage (not pacey). The reason he sits deep to protect the defenders and allow Ndidi with pace to surge forward and help in the attack.
Ogu sits comfortably as a DM or CM. The goal against Algeria (though inconsequential) was from a CM position and we'll struck. His passes lovely and short.
My joy in this Rohrs' team is that every department he's trying to get replacements and not substitute though and ability of them to play a false 9 system (against Argentina). Iwobi and Iheanacho played as AM.

so you guys wanna play two non pacey midfielders (mikel and ogu) in same match....?

please....ogu can't start same match when we have mikel....in the field...

onazi work rate is something of value...ogu i understand is a good addition but can't replace onazi in that team so easily...

as regard good passes onazi makes good passes too...his assist lead to the 4th goal against Cameroon..

Mickael2:



Madrid already has a standard DMF, two if you count Llronte/Kovacic. If they buy Ndidi it will be for who? The assistant captain of the brazillian national team(Casemiro)? If he going to bench Case? James had a vacant position to fill, Ozil already left and Di Maria was posting highly inconsistent results, but Case's case is way way different

The most succesful tackles in the EPL, the only dmf that goes in for a tackle and comes out without a booking. That clinical stat would surely attract them cos Case and Kova don't come that close. Mind you he tops the EPL by these stats. But he's still a work in progress.

Humility017:

so you guys wanna play two non pacey midfielders (mikel and ogu) in same match....?

please....ogu can't start same match when we have mikel....in the field...

onazi work rate is something of value...ogu i understand is a good addition but can't replace onazi in that team so easily...

as regard good passes onazi makes good passes too...his assist lead to the 4th goal against Cameroon..

not that I care much for either of Onazi or Ogu, but we have seen Ogu and Mikel start a match against top opposition and it went fine, so, why can't they both be on the field together?

krattoss:
.. this was my joy of the match...

That means ..NO STRIKER (which we don't currently have), NO PROBLEM

My preferred tactic against loudmouthed Croatia.

MetalJigsaw:
Guys, Croatia to play Senegal in friendly, how true is this?

I do not think the croatians have revealed the African country, they intend to play.

safarigirl:
not that I care much for either of Onazi or Ogu, but we have seen Ogu and Mikel start a match against top opposition and it went fine, so, why can't they both be on the field together?

the Argentina squad we played against will be very different from the one we will be playing come June this year....likewise the change in the Nigeria side....

I am not against both playing in same match...but it will do better we have two fast Midfieders to compliment mikel lack of pace in the middle......

Humility017:


the Argentina squad we played against will be very different from the one we will be playing come June this year....likewise the change in the Nigeria side....

I am not against both playing in same match...but it will do better we have two fast Midfieders to compliment mikel lack of pace in the middle......

sometimes, slow and steady is a far wiser approach than fast and reckless.

I say the opposition should determine who plays between Onazi and Ogu....eg, I would start Onazi against Iceland

Icon4s:


Abeg which Satelite TV have the broadcast right to show this one so we start chasing the black goat now.
No be when players don line up for field we go begin search for the match in all DSTV channels including Zee-World and Cartoon Network.

it is going to be difficult to watch....here in Nigeria except online sports site...modbro etc.
that country is quite far.....

Humility017:

so you guys wanna play two non pacey midfielders (mikel and ogu) in same match....?

please....ogu can't start same match when we have mikel....in the field...

onazi work rate is something of value...ogu i understand is a good addition but can't replace onazi in that team so easily...

as regard good passes onazi makes good passes too...his assist lead to the 4th goal against Cameroon..

Didn't Mikel and Ogu play together against Argentina? Was the MF slow? Didn't you notice Ndidi in the opponents final third? That's what Ogu provides you.
Yes Onazi has good work rate but that is his own disadvantage as most times he's off positioned and Ndidi too might have gone to try his luck upfront.

1. Most Controversial Poster - Forgiveness
2. Most Interactive Poster- Mujatahida
3. Most Intelligent Poster- Goldfish80
4. Most Resourceful Poster- Mujtahida
5. Most Respectful Poster- Goldfish80
6. Most Consistent Poster- Kog45
7. Most Positive Poster- Icon4s
8. Best Sense of Humor
- Safarigirl
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10. Nicest Poster- Metaljigsaw
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12. Most Pro-Foreign Born Poster-Forgiveness
13. Most Pro-Naija League Poster
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15. Most Sentimental- Humility007
16. Notorious Silent Reader
17. Impressive Thread Newbie
18. Diehard Super Eagles Fan
19.BestFriends-Mikael2/Forgiveness
20. Most Outstanding Poster- Thegoodgoe
21. Overall Best Poster- Mujtahida
22. Top Dramatic Topics- Pro Old With Experience or Young But Talented
23. Honourable Mention- Icon79, Joseph, Kennysville