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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Odunayaw(m): 5:29pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
TheSuperNerd:I said it before, Rayon Sports came to the last 8 to be laundered! Well done Enyimba, the Semis becomes tougher with quality opponents |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by forgiveness: 5:32pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Sheyi Ojo: England U20 World Cup winner open to representing Nigeria By Oluwashina Okeleji Sheyi Ojo helped England beat Venezuela 1-0 in the 2017 Fifa U-20 World Cup final England Under-20 World Cup winner Sheyi Ojo says he would consider playing for Nigeria at senior international level - if the West African country came calling. The 21-year-old, who is on loan at French club Reims from Liverpool, is eligible to play for the Super Eagles because his parents are Nigerians. Under Fifa rules he can switch allegiances because he is yet to play for the senior side. It's starting to get to the time where I have to start thinking about my future. And of course, if Nigeria were to call me now it would be an honour. "To be honest, I don't know much about it (Nigeria interest), but if they call me I'd be honoured to go to Nigeria," Ojo told BBC Sport. "It's obviously a massive nation. I'm just really focused on club football at the moment, but I'm excited for the future, both club and country. "My parents are originally from Nigeria as well, so they know a lot about it. They've always been keen on the idea [to represent Nigeria] but so far I've mainly been focusing on club football. "It's starting to get to the time where I have to start thinking about my future. And of course, if Nigeria were to call me now it would be an honour." Ojo played five matches including the 1-0 win over Venezuela in the 2017 Fifa U-20 World Cup final to help England to their biggest international title since 1966. Nigeria have previously succeeded in snapping up former England youth internationals like Sone Aluko, Victor Moses, Shola Ameobi, Alex Iwobi and Ola Aina for the Super Eagles. The three-time African champions are also close to persuading Everton striker Ademola Lookman to play for them rather than England. Sheyi Ojo is currently on loan at Reims in France from parent club Liverpool Ojo, who joined Liverpool from MK Dons as a youth prospect in 2011, would love to join such an illustrious list. "Of course, if I was to get selected I'd definitely think about it, I'd never turn down Nigeria," said Ojo. "I'm from Nigeria originally so it'd be an honour, likewise with England as well. If I keep doing well, opportunities will come by for club and country. "It's not really something I'm thinking about at the moment but you never know what could happen in the future." For the moment, Ojo who has one goal in 13 appearances for Liverpool's senior side, is focusing on establishing himself with Reims. After loan spells with Wigan Athletic, Wolves and, last season, Fulham, where he scored four goals in 24 appearances for the Cottagers, he opted for a challenge outside England to prove himself. "Obviously, Reims has given me the opportunity to play regular football and I am pretty excited for the season, so hopefully it will be a good one," he added. "The main aim is to use this as a platform. It's up to the Liverpool manager to give me the opportunities. I feel like so far I've done what I can to get the opportunity, obviously it hasn't come. "Hence, why I am on loan and hopefully after this loan spell you never know what could happen. Opportunity could arise next season. "I have some goals of my own, but I'll keep it to myself. Now it's just to help Reims do as well as they can. The main focus is to do well, shine as much as I can. Just to showcase what I can do in France and all around Europe." https://www.google.com.ng/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/45619397&ved=2ahUKEwiRwYrTxNHdAhUJ1RoKHUc4DtcQFjAAegQIBhAB&usg=AOvVaw2TBzq_YObHS0LdZlLKnYNr 4 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Odunayaw(m): 5:35pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
TheSuperNerd:may you not kill me with this your memes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 5:58pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Sheyi Ojo, with the green light but i am afraid his position is crowded |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 6:02pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
TheSuperNerd: Ta! he is not there yet jare. Did you see me recommend him for the SE yet? I said ''he should keep working hard and improving then feature at the AYC and WYC'' Then we will know if he will be there enough to COMPETE for the SE LB position. I believe in structured development. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:07pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Gabi Jesus has had a poor run SO FAR THIS SEASON, granted. safarigirl: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 6:08pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
UP ENYIMBA! UP ARSENAL! UP ADELEKE! Me Right now...…. Oh what a day. 1 Like
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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Icon4s(m): 6:09pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
tbaba1234: Let him come and Compete. Simple. 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:10pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Hahaha TheSuperNerd: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by charlesemeka85(m): 6:12pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
nice one, you are welcome home son! forgiveness: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by ChrisKels: 6:15pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Take it from me, at least four of that England U20 world champions will represent Nigeria at the senior level. Ademola Lookman already in the bag Ovie Ejaria already in the bag Seyi Ojo almost in the bag Tomori Fikayo open to the idea JoshTega Onomah open to the idea too 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Clementoke(m): 6:17pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
forgiveness: You are welcome. But I'm more interested in Ebere Eze. We must not lose that boy 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by ChrisKels: 6:22pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
TheSuperNerd: Oh yes bro. I was telling Emmyboy yesterday that Ojo might play against SA if he does well for his club(Reims) before that match in the FNB stadium. He and Chukwueze are the guys I'm tipping to contend with Kalu for that RW position. Remember I av always maintained that Eagles need left footed right wingers. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by charlesemeka85(m): 6:23pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
onomah dey interested too? ChrisKels: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by charlesemeka85(m): 6:25pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
e no go easy for england if we get all this boys oooooooo! ChrisKels: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by junnyjake(m): 6:28pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
tbaba1234: As it stands now, with Simon and Iwobi back for the Libya clash, Onyekuru might have to sit that fixture out, unless something changes, let alone another addition. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:31pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Deji, Okoroji( ? ) the future of our LB department doesn’t look bleak at least. Icon4s: 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:35pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
I agree, Utin shoould be invited to the SE at least to train, and if he proves better than Collins, why not. Hoewever, he is still an integral part of the Flying Eagles. groundnutoil: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:37pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
I hope say na better indegenous beer, or better yet pepper soup. BascoVanVeli: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Danielnino00(m): 6:38pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
junnyjake: Onyekuru's goal against Liberia might have earned him a spot in the team already oo.. Plus Simmy too.. Rohr might increase the squad list to 25 to include 3 Gk 7 DF 7MF 8AT - Ighalo -Musa - Iheanacho - Iwobi - Simeon - Kalu - Onyekuru - Simmy In as much as Lookman and co have declared to play for us,I don't think we will have them ready for Libya.. it will take a while...Eze is the only one likely to make the squad list... |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by junnyjake(m): 6:39pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Joebie: And Duru? |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by charlesemeka85(m): 6:39pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
i wish we could have a larger pool of midfielders and central defenders to pick from as we do have on the wings currently junnyjake: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:41pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Ask Otigba, Dessers, Deji etc. Declare at your own peril. edi287: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:41pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Yes Duru is descent junnyjake: 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by junnyjake(m): 6:41pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Danielnino00: Rohr simply doesn't fancy Onyekuru. Even if he increases from 23 to 25, it remains to be seen if Henry would make the matchday squad. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by junnyjake(m): 6:43pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Joebie: I'd always advise against such public declaration, it doesn't amplify your worth in their eyes. We want to work and sweat for something, anything that comes to us easily, we fail to value. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by nairalandankrah: 6:44pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Nacho's best position is the exact same position Mahrez used to play. Right side of the forward line with freedom to roam and less defensive duties if you want him to really play to his true potential. Nacho is a top 5 goal scorer if used appropriately. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Danielnino00(m): 6:44pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
junnyjake: You are right sha.. Rohr being a Bordeaux fan will certainly favour Kalu over Onyekuru.. With Musa, Iwobi and Simeon available, Onyekuru chance all be limited... 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:44pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
To make matters worse, is he better than what we have? I don find komekn and forgiveness trouble junnyjake: |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by junnyjake(m): 6:46pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
charlesemeka85: I Think I made known my concern some years back on how we've failed to export defensive players as much as we do attacking players. Though, I think, we've got a decent pool of midfielders to select from. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by edi287: 6:48pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
Joebie:Deji will get invited...if Rohr knows what's good for him. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Joebie: 6:50pm On Sep 23, 2018 |
IF edi287: |
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