safarigirl:
oga icon, thank you. You're not too late

Icon4s:

My brother I dey... I read posts here even though i don't comment.
Thanks for checking on me. How you doing?

komekn:


You really do not know his story.

His Nigerian father had been missing in action throughout his life. He was brought up by his Jamaican step Father.

That should give you some insight before you make wild assumptions.

Arabiandude:
Rangers’ Aribo needs time to adjust to African football – Super Eagles legend Taribo West


Despite top-notch performances from the 23-year-old for the West Africans, the ex-international feels the midfielder has not done enough.

Former Nigeria international Taribo West believes Rangers star Joe Aribo needs time to adjust to the playing style of African football.

The 23-year-old made an impressive start to his Super Eagles career when he scored on his debut against Ukraine in September 2019. 

He followed that up with another impressive performance a month later in another friendly against Brazil, helping Gernot Rohr’s men clinch a 1-1 draw against the five-time world champions.

Aribo has now made four appearances for the three-time African champions and has been praised for his immediate impact with the national team by fans and former internationals.

West, however, feels the midfielder has not done enough and believes Getafe’s midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo, who is currently on loan from Stoke City to reignite his career, will perform better than him.

"I've watched Joe Aribo play for Nigeria, but in my view, it's clear he is yet to come to terms with it,” Taribo was quoted as saying by the Scottish Sun.

"There's no other way of putting this - I think Joe is not a bad player, but he needs time to adjust to African football.

"It's not the same as playing in Europe. In Africa, there's no time on the ball and for me, Oghenekaro Etebo is a far better option, He's quick, physical and reads the game.

"He should get Joe Aribo's spot when he comes back. African football is just too physical for Joe."

Besides his scintillating displays for the Super Eagles, Aribo has been delivering fine performances for Rangers under Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.

The midfielder, who joined the Ibrox Stadium outfit last summer, was a key member of the Gers in the recently-concluded campaign, scoring eight goals and providing eight assists in 45 appearances.

Taribo retired from international duty in 2005, thus, ending his 11-year career with the Super Eagles and enjoyed success during his time.

He was part of Nigeria’s gold-medal winning team at the 1996 Olympics and also helped the Super Eagles finish as runners-up in the 2000 Africa Cup of Nations.

The centre-back, who had 42 caps for the three-time African champions, played in the 1998 World Cup in France as well as the 2002 edition.

Taribo, now a pastor, also starred for InterMilan, AC Milan, Auxerre and Plymouth Argyle among others before he quit professional football in 2008.

Arabiandude:
Rangers’ Aribo needs time to adjust to African football – Super Eagles legend Taribo West


Despite top-notch performances from the 23-year-old for the West Africans, the ex-international feels the midfielder has not done enough.

Former Nigeria international Taribo West believes Rangers star Joe Aribo needs time to adjust to the playing style of African football.

The 23-year-old made an impressive start to his Super Eagles career when he scored on his debut against Ukraine in September 2019. 

He followed that up with another impressive performance a month later in another friendly against Brazil, helping Gernot Rohr’s men clinch a 1-1 draw against the five-time world champions.

Aribo has now made four appearances for the three-time African champions and has been praised for his immediate impact with the national team by fans and former internationals.

West, however, feels the midfielder has not done enough and believes Getafe’s midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo, who is currently on loan from Stoke City to reignite his career, will perform better than him.

"I've watched Joe Aribo play for Nigeria, but in my view, it's clear he is yet to come to terms with it,” Taribo was quoted as saying by the Scottish Sun.

"There's no other way of putting this - I think Joe is not a bad player, but he needs time to adjust to African football.

"It's not the same as playing in Europe. In Africa, there's no time on the ball and for me, Oghenekaro Etebo is a far better option, He's quick, physical and reads the game.

"He should get Joe Aribo's spot when he comes back. African football is just too physical for Joe."

Besides his scintillating displays for the Super Eagles, Aribo has been delivering fine performances for Rangers under Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.

The midfielder, who joined the Ibrox Stadium outfit last summer, was a key member of the Gers in the recently-concluded campaign, scoring eight goals and providing eight assists in 45 appearances.

Taribo retired from international duty in 2005, thus, ending his 11-year career with the Super Eagles and enjoyed success during his time.

He was part of Nigeria’s gold-medal winning team at the 1996 Olympics and also helped the Super Eagles finish as runners-up in the 2000 Africa Cup of Nations.

The centre-back, who had 42 caps for the three-time African champions, played in the 1998 World Cup in France as well as the 2002 edition.

Taribo, now a pastor, also starred for InterMilan, AC Milan, Auxerre and Plymouth Argyle among others before he quit professional football in 2008.

safarigirl:
he should have changed his name to his Jamaican step father's name, so, we will know he is completely dissociating himself from Nigeria

Dele Alli was raised by a Jamaican stepfather, Jordan Ibe too was raised by a Jamaican stepfather. Jamaican men must be waiting by the corner, to pick up a Nigerian man's slack in the UK

safarigirl:
he should have changed his name to his Jamaican step father's name, so, we will know he is completely dissociating himself from Nigeria

Dele Alli was raised by a Jamaican stepfather, Jordan Ibe too was raised by a Jamaican stepfather. Jamaican men must be waiting by the corner, to pick up a Nigerian man's slack in the UK

Arabiandude:

All these ex international don start again, e come still be pastor join.
Someone should please help me ask Taribo which Aribo he is talking about, when Etebo started having vision and which Aribo hasn't done well for the SE?

elyte89:



He played football at d highest level..so give him some respect ..he played Milan and intermilan...those clubs den were hot like real and barca of today

Arabiandude:
Rangers’ Aribo needs time to adjust to African football – Super Eagles legend Taribo West


Despite top-notch performances from the 23-year-old for the West Africans, the ex-international feels the midfielder has not done enough.

Former Nigeria international Taribo West believes Rangers star Joe Aribo needs time to adjust to the playing style of African football.

The 23-year-old made an impressive start to his Super Eagles career when he scored on his debut against Ukraine in September 2019. 

He followed that up with another impressive performance a month later in another friendly against Brazil, helping Gernot Rohr’s men clinch a 1-1 draw against the five-time world champions.

Aribo has now made four appearances for the three-time African champions and has been praised for his immediate impact with the national team by fans and former internationals.

West, however, feels the midfielder has not done enough and believes Getafe’s midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo, who is currently on loan from Stoke City to reignite his career, will perform better than him.

"I've watched Joe Aribo play for Nigeria, but in my view, it's clear he is yet to come to terms with it,” Taribo was quoted as saying by the Scottish Sun.

"There's no other way of putting this - I think Joe is not a bad player, but he needs time to adjust to African football.

"It's not the same as playing in Europe. In Africa, there's no time on the ball and for me, Oghenekaro Etebo is a far better option, He's quick, physical and reads the game.

"He should get Joe Aribo's spot when he comes back. African football is just too physical for Joe."

Besides his scintillating displays for the Super Eagles, Aribo has been delivering fine performances for Rangers under Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.

The midfielder, who joined the Ibrox Stadium outfit last summer, was a key member of the Gers in the recently-concluded campaign, scoring eight goals and providing eight assists in 45 appearances.

Taribo retired from international duty in 2005, thus, ending his 11-year career with the Super Eagles and enjoyed success during his time.

He was part of Nigeria’s gold-medal winning team at the 1996 Olympics and also helped the Super Eagles finish as runners-up in the 2000 Africa Cup of Nations.

The centre-back, who had 42 caps for the three-time African champions, played in the 1998 World Cup in France as well as the 2002 edition.

Taribo, now a pastor, also starred for InterMilan, AC Milan, Auxerre and Plymouth Argyle among others before he quit professional football in 2008.

rabzy:


These things have to do with feelings, a lot of people here have denounced their biological fathers/mothers and stuck with foster parents and adopted another state or people. If i was brought up as dutch, heard little or nothing about Nigeria or probably loathe all i have heard and just went about how to survive and after some measure of success, someone just called from the blues and i said i should come and represent the country. It could be very hard to honour it, even if its going to help my career...We need to respect the deep feelings involved..some might have struggled with the rejection over the years and have just gotten over it

komekn:


Quite recently people were questioning the validity of MRI in determining age All because Ndidi is involved.

IMO if the man is from a underprivileged background that will most likely equate to being malnourished and therefore stunted growth which means his bones will not have fused.

He may still pass the MRI.

Icon4s:
But why we allow Phillip Billings take us do shallooo like this?

elyte89:



He played football at d highest level..so give him some respect ..he played Milan and intermilan...those clubs den were hot like real and barca of today

komekn:


He is a Nigerian he can only play for Nigeria.

TheGoodJoe:
I see some people defending the Finisher Billing.

My point is simple, what happens to decency? What happens to, I am flattered with the idea of Nigeria wanting me but I have nursed the ambition to represent Denmark since I was a child. I want to represent Denmark because of my childhood passion.

What kind of crap is that I don't feel Nigerian? I bet you, if England calls him, he will jump at it. I guess even though he was raised in Denmark, he will feel English.

What crap is, I have Danish Mum and siblings, only Nigerian father? He has the right not to feel Nigerian but the decency should come first.

What happens to I have a passion for Denmark, even though I have a Nigerian origin? I heard Nigerians are wonderful people and it is a nice place. It would be nice to represent them but I made up my mind a long time ago to play for Denmark. I intend to continue to fight for my shirt in the Danish National Team until it comes true.

No one will feel bad or end up in Finland.

It seems these guys feel thrashing Nigeria, somehow proves their loyalty to their home countries.

Tolulopefinest:


Taribo West is actually right. Aribo struggles against Benin republic and Lesthoto. But his performances against Brazil and Ukraine were top notch.

junnyjake:
Joebie, you deserve every stick getting thrown your way, I was here when you were trolling us with updates from Tammy, you knew exactly why you were doing when you did that.

Same goes to Subzero and elyte89 who for the reasons lost to me choose to troll us whenever Haarland scores.

elyte89:



,first covid-19 goal in bundesliga goes to. ......dt man ,I no mention name o

junnyjake:
Joebie, you deserve every stick getting thrown your way, I was here when you were trolling us with updates from Tammy, you knew exactly why you were doing when you did that.

Same goes to Subzero and elyte89 who for the reasons lost to me choose to troll us whenever Haarland scores.

komekn:


Imagine a situation where our National U17 team went for an international reputation in Europe.

And they were all offered juicy contracts in high paying football clubs. But the proviso was that the must change allegiance to different European nations.

My estimation is that 50% will change allegation there and then.

LOL

Yet we get angry with players who have zero affinity with Nigeria and are even mixed race with little input from thier Nigerian Fathers in thier lives.

TheGoodJoe:
I see some people defending the Finisher Billing.

My point is simple, what happens to decency? What happens to, I am flattered with the idea of Nigeria wanting me but I have nursed the ambition to represent Denmark since I was a child. I want to represent Denmark because of my childhood passion.

What kind of crap is that I don't feel Nigerian? I bet you, if England calls him, he will jump at it. I guess even though he was raised in Denmark, he will feel English.

What crap is, I have Danish Mum and siblings, only Nigerian father? He has the right not to feel Nigerian but the decency should come first.

What happens to I have a passion for Denmark, even though I have a Nigerian origin? I heard Nigerians are wonderful people and it is a nice place. It would be nice to represent them but I made up my mind a long time ago to play for Denmark. I intend to continue to fight for my shirt in the Danish National Team until it comes true.

No one will feel bad or end up in Finland.

It seems these guys feel thrashing Nigeria, somehow proves their loyalty to their home countries.

TheGoodJoe:


Welcome Boss. Hailing you all the way From Finland, watching the Finnish Eagles do their thing. After Billing Finished us. Now I understand the meaning of...

FINITO.

Icon4s:


TheGoodJoe the Fin
Thanks bro.

But just take heart.

Na we wey just dey pursue foreign born kati-kati. If not who be Philip Billing? Person wey no go even fit make our first 11?

elyte89:



,first covid-19 goal in bundesliga goes to. ......dt man ,I no mention name o