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Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by andrew444(m): 12:55pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Barryseal: Lol |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by jihday(m): 12:55pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Oasis007:I didn't say you've seen, it's a question I asked, how did you know that Finidi will know better? You guys should cut Rhor some slack he's not been bad, you guys keep making it seem like he's been using Akpeyi as a RB the players he's been using have given a good account of themselves, he's shown he's not afraid to drop non performing players. You people should just quit whining about his tactical proficiency 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by andrew444(m): 12:56pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
timay: I dey give you simple example If you cannot score goals then learn how to defend also ,why won't I bring their names ,or tell me where I take lie ? A winger wey no dey score or assist goals no dey useful bros |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Oasis007(m): 12:56pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
jihday: Potassium. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by BascoVanVeli(m): 12:57pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Nigeria's show of character and Ighalo's goals secure AFCON progress Colin Udoh ESPN ALEXANDRIA, Egypt -- Three thoughts on Nigeria's 3-2 win against Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16. 1. Ighalo leads Nigeria's show of character As two-goal Odion Ighalo walked off the pitch after being substituted, he took a moment to hit one fist against his palm, indicating to his Nigeria teammates that they must continue to fight. He had done the same thing just before kickoff and again when the Super Eagles went 2-1 down. It was a sign of how far the forward has come and the leadership he brings. Tapping into reserves of character is something past Nigeria teams have done, but the current group had yet to come back from adversity under Gernot Rohr. That changed on a thrilling Saturday night in Alexandria, when Ighalo scored twice before Alex Iwobi added the winner to see off Cameroon and seal a place in the quarterfinal, where they will face South Africa. Six days after a shock defeat against Madagascar cost his side top spot in Group B, Rohr restored his regular starters to the line-up and it appeared the instruction was to press high early. Nigeria began with energy, pushing Cameroon back into their half and forcing early errors. After 19 minutes, a free kick led to pandemonium in the Cameroon penalty area and Ighalo pounced. In the five minutes before half-time, though, two easy goals were gifted to the holders, which meant a gut check was required by the men in green and white. They showed the character required after the break, first withstanding multiple attacks and then, when Ighalo took a chested Ahmed Musa ball in stride and stroked home from close range, drawing level. Three minutes later, the same combination led to Iwobi slotting under Andre Onana. The remainder of the game brought more examinations, but Nigeria stood resolute, repelling waves of Cameroon pressure to claim victory. It was a personal triumph for Ighalo, who scored seven times in qualifying, but has since taken plenty of flak from fans, not least for his role in the Madagascar defeat. There were calls for Victor Osimhen to start, but Rohr did not waver from his belief in the abilities of the forward who turned 30 just last week. And on one of the biggest nights of his career, Ighalo showed why. After an early miss attracted the critics' ire again, he showed a poacher's instinct with both of his goals, first when he reacted quickly to stab past Onana and then, on his second, when he stayed composed to volley home despite Cameroon's claims of offside. "He is a great striker and I trust him because he scores goals and today, he showed us again what he can do for the team. I like him for his professionalism," Rohr told ESPN after a game in which his faith was rewarded. Having failed to qualify for the last two Cup of Nations tournaments, NIgeria are two games away from this year's final. Getty 2. Defensive errors persist but Etebo stars again That the game came close to being lost, despite the fact that the Nigerians controlled it for long periods, was due to a fragility in defence that meant fans could not relax. Both Cameroon goals were avoidable, but panicked and uncertain play meant pressure was invited from early in the game. Just before the holders equalised through Stephane Bahoken, Kenneth Omeruo mishit a high ball that led to chaos in the penalty area. Ola Aina looked unsure as he tried to come to grips with the pace and trickery of Christian Bassogog and Clinton Njie, the latter of whom got the better of Aina to score Cameroon's second. There were more hearts-in-mouth moments after Iwobi made it 3-2 -- William Troost-Ekong's hurried clearances did little to bring calm -- and Cameroon will kick themselves for not making more of their chances. "Like I have said before, we are human beings and we make mistakes," Leon Balogun told ESPN. "Nobody goes out there to play and make mistakes, but we keep doing our best and we work hard to make sure that those mistakes do not happen again." One player who did much to ensure Nigeria closed the game out was Oghenekaro Etebo. There was concern when the midfielder took a knock midway through the first half, but he had his hip strapped and returned to continue the good work that has made him Nigeria's most influential player -- by some distance -- at this African Cup of Nations. Ighalo's goals might have won him man of the match, but Etebo's uncompromising attitude and ability to control the tempo of the game was again vital is one they have rode on to three victories. It was evident even when they lost and will be needed if Nigeria are to go beyond the last eight. 3. Rohr's substitutions worthy of questioning? The Nigeria manager usually leaves his changes until late in games and very often makes switches with which supporters do not agree. His actions in this department during this game were a mixed bag. He got the first one correct on two counts, bringing on fan favourite Samuel Chukwueze -- sacrificing the defensive attributes of Moses Simon -- with just under an hour played. The impact was immediate; Chukwueze is a harbinger of chaos, with quick feet and an ability to take on defenders that causes constant worry in opponents. Rohr's second sub -- Paul Onuachu for Ighalo -- fell into the exasperated "oh no, not again" category. The feeling among fans is that Osimhen, or even Henry Onyekuru, would have been better choices to harass a tired Cameroon defence. As if to make that point, Onuachu struggled and there were audible groans each time he gave the ball away. It was also instructive to see Ahmed Musa screaming to the touchline for Leon Balogun to brought on as the Nigerians tried to see the game out. The defender eventually replaced Iwobi during injury time, which left a feeling that, maybe, Rohr just does not know the right time to change things. 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by timay(m): 12:59pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
andrew444:Of course na , the NEPA part was a joke na |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 1:00pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Nantes are interested in buying Awaziem permanently but there is also interest in Turkey. Hopefully, he overlooks money and does the right thing. 6 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 1:03pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Cameroon has caused Nigeria some deep pain. The younger folks will not understand the satisfaction, every time we beat them.. 8 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Bunique: 1:06pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Oasis007: so wettin happen during afcon qualifier |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by timay(m): 1:08pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
tbaba1234: I hope so too. We need our players in good leagues as good as possible, so as to help their development 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by andrew444(m): 1:09pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
timay: Lols |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Oasis007(m): 1:09pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Drtega: 1:14pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
andrew444: I just tire guy .. They keep clamouring for onyekuru and osihemen as if they are super stars 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Horus(m): 1:14pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neUEFARVoZU Behind the scenes Super eagles celebration after Cameroon win 6 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by TheCongo2: 1:15pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
timay: Can't Nigeria develop its own league? Why do Africans have to rely on western countries. What was the point of getting independence? Sorry for my venting. 2 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Eseose9(f): 1:25pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
andrew444: I wonder wetin Ighalo do them the day Madagascar beat us some persons were blaming Ighalo he scored two goals and an assist and some persons are praising chukwueze? 4 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Starboytwo(m): 1:34pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Barryseal: ![]() ![]() ![]() This kinda whining is definitely better than Gustav25 and family own... |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Oasis007(m): 1:35pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
![]() I ain't a Fan of Ighalo, but trying to rob him of the Accolades he deserved; for his immense Contributions yesterday is uncalled-for and unfair. I was even praying for him to bag Hattrick, but Luck wasn't on his Side to walk away with Match Day Ball. I pray he maintains the momentum in the subsequent Matches. 7 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 1:39pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Ighalo has been heavily criticized so he should be praised now that he is producing the goods. Great to see him come good. He is in rich form so he deserves to start games. A confident player is a dangerous player. I love the fact that he was motivating the boys when he was getting subbed. If he keeps up the form and Nigeria go all the way, Ighalo will be the player of the tournament. 14 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Oasis007(m): 1:40pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
If VAR was used Yesterday, Ighalo would have walked away with Match Day Ball. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Bunique: 1:45pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
many fans on this thread hate Rohr not necessarily because of the way we play but because of some of their favourite players not featured by Rohr. It bagan with Shehu against Ebuehi. Shehu is arguably the most criticised play here irrespective of the team performance Shehu would always be singled out for criticism, up till now the hatred for Shehu is still there. I am sure if it was Shehu that allowed Bassagog make that cross for Cameroon's equalizer this thread would have been filled with condemnation. I can even recall the panic clearance by Awaziem that landed on the chest of a Cameroon player ThankGod for the poor control. I am not trying to compare or criticize any player but just to point out the obvious hypocrisy on this thread. 5 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Toylove: 1:48pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Oasis007:If VAR was used, ighalo's second goal might have been cancelled for offside |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 1:49pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Toylove: It was not offside though.. 1 Like |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Toylove: 1:49pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
tbaba1234:Agreed without reservation |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Toylove: 1:50pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
tbaba1234:Did u watch the women world cup? Goals were ruled out cos 0.0005meters offside |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by tbaba1234: 1:52pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Toylove: True. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Oasis007(m): 1:53pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Toylove: He wasn't off Bruh! |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Bunique: 1:53pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Oasis007:No. but the post was a subtle dig at Rohr |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Oasis007(m): 1:56pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Bunique: ![]() I am not responsible for your understanding or interpretation Bruh. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Barryseal: 1:57pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
tbaba1234: Ighalo is one of the leaders in this team who the younger ones look up to. The guy is also the captain of his club, so leadership is not alien to him. He has done enough to earn the fans respect and yes, he's in the running for being named player of the tournament/ top scorer of the tournament. Emenike got 4 to emerge top scorer the last time. Ighalo can easily score 2 more to tie with Yekini. 7 Likes |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Mujtahida: 2:00pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Eseose9:Some players dont just jell with the fans. |
Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by safarigirl(f): 2:02pm On Jul 07, 2019 |
Me I don't know what some of you are quarreling about sha. All I know is, we were a goal down, Chukwueze came on, amd within minutes of his introduction, we were two goals up. The only game we have lost, Chukwueze no play at all. Others have already explained the tactical aspect of his inclusion ![]() 6 Likes |
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