Tuesday, 28 January 2014

Ivanovic: Salah plays like Arjen Robben

Branislav Ivanovic has compared new signing  Mohamed Salah to Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben, who was former Chelsea player.

Adeboyejo's early goal seals Falconets World Cup spot

Basetsana's FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup dream was dashed as they went down 1-0 to Nigeria at Dobsonville Stadium on Saturday. Nigeria progress on a 7-0 aggregate win.

Moyes given bumper transfer funds

David Moyes reportedly has the sum of £200 MILLION to sign five world class class players in order to aid Manchester United.

Better days awaits Osun Babes players and officials, club scrap sign-on fee

There seems to be light at the end of the tunnel for the players and officials of Osun Babes Football Club as investigation revealed that their welfare will be paramount to their financier (State of Osun Government).

Red hot Olaitan on fire in Greece

Michael Olaitan is staking a claim to make the Super Eagles World Cup roster after his form for Olympiacos  earned him a starting shirt in Sunday evening’s Super League showdown with Xanthi.

Uche and Suswam pens Kukesi deal

Nigeria internationals Henry Uche and Peter Suswam both penned six month contracts with Albanian Super League outfit Kukesi on Monday, subject to the approval of the Albanian Federation.

Official: Marshal Johnson is an ND Gorica player

Nigerian midfielder Marshal Johnson is now a player of ND Gorica.

Super Eagles midfielder joins Segunda club

Spanish Segunda División side Cordoba has announced that it has reached an agreement with Nigeria international Obiora Nwankwo.

Super Eagles star on the radar of Monaco

AS Monaco are monitoring the transfer situation of Dynamo Kiev striker Brown Ideye.

Golden Eaglets captain spotted in Turkey

Musa Mohammed, the skipper of Golden Eaglets to UAE 2013 has arrived Istanbul to begin training with Besiktas, the official website of the Turkish Super League side has reported.

Rising Stars disbanded- reports

Rising Stars have been disbanded by Ondo State government futbalgalore.blogspot gathered from a source.

Bayelsa United in financial mess

Confederation Cup campaigners, Bayelsa United's chances of participating in the second class club competition of African Football might turn out to be in dangers, following financial melt down rocking the club.

LMC plan to arm Nigerian referees

Determined to put a total end to hoodlums' menace during league matches, the League Management Company (LMC) has revealed plans to arm Nigerian referees with stun guns.

Oladejo vows to impress his coaches


Femi Oladejo has promised to his coaches when the 2013/2014 Nigeria National League resumes on 15th February.

Giwa perfect GNPL preparation with top matches

Giwa FC will embark on a training tour of Kwara State to toughen up for the league of big boys.

Biffo names squad for GNPL

The chief coach of Giwa FC, Abdullahi Abidemi Biffo has released a strong squad of 34 players for the Globacom Nigeria Premier League.

Ohadugba sure to maintain the momentum for Rivers Angels


Rivers Angels forward Onyinyechi Ohadugba will be hoping to get a regular run in Edwin Okon’s squad in the Nigeria Women Premier League expected to kickoff by 15th February.

Monday, 27 January 2014

Flamingoes forward Chinwendu: We have learnt our lessons

Flamingoes striker Chinwendu Ihezuo spoke to futbalgalore.blogspot.com after the 3-1 loss to Rivers Angels on Sunday.

Big Boss walks out on Super Eagles after shameful first half- reports

The magical words that Super Eagles gaffer Stephen Okechukwu Keshi told his wards at half time that inspired their miraculous comeback win against Morocco in the quarter finals of CHAN has been revealed.

Flamingoes bows to River Angels

Onyiyenchi Ohadugha scored the "insurance goal" to earn Rivers Angels a 3-1 victory against a battling Flamingoes on Sunday.

Anyene: In Keshi we trust

The chairman, Nigerian Union in South Africa, Ilechukwu Anyene, says the Union has confidence in the Super Eagles' ability to lift the 2014 African Nations Championship.

Nwankwo: Nigeria is blessed with talents

The chairman of Dynamic Football Academy in Anambra has hailed the abundance of talents in the Nigerian league.

Okala: Ejike is a World Cup material

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Emmanuel Okala said Super Eagles winger Ejike Uzoenyi should get a crack at Brazil 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Super Eagles flex in the swimming pool

The Super Eagles had an early morning splash at their Garden Court Hotel abode before their departure for their African Nations Championship semi final clash against Ghana.

NFF board member Amene: Victory over Atlas Lions a miracle

Board member of the Nigeria Football Federation, Joe Amene, has described Nigeria's come-back win against Morocco as a “miracle”.

Super Eagles flex in the swimming pool

The Super Eagles had an early morning splash at their Garden Court Hotel abode before their departure for their African Nations Championship semi final clash against Ghana.

Maigari praises supporters club for standing by Super Eagles

Nigeria Football Federation supremo, Aminu Maigari says the Nigeria Football Supporters Club were the back bone behind the Super Eagles miracles at the ongoing African Nations Championship.

GOV WADA PROMISES BETTER FUTURE FOR SPORTS IN KOGI

Kogi State Governor, Captain Idris Ichalla Wada has reiterated his administration's continued support for sports development to meet global acceptance in the state.

Kukesi unveils Gata, others

Kukesi have unveiled Ismail Gata as their latest signing. Also joining the club were Henry Uche and Peter Suswam.

Albania club Kukesi seal move for Gata

Kukesi have signed Ismail Gata on a short term deal after taking the Nigerian on a two-week trial.

Sunday, 26 January 2014

TEAP have high hopes for kid Ibe

The management of TEAP FC have high hopes for their new kid bomber Nnamdi Ibe.

Eagles ratings vs Atlas Lions

Chigozie Agbim 7
A more assured showing by the goalkeeper and skipper. He pulled off a couple of saves to keep his team in the reckoning. Not to blame for any of the Morocco goals.

All hail Rabiu Ali



Rabiu Ali played an instrumental role in helping Nigeria complete their comeback against Morocco.

Agbim: The ultimate is the trophy

Chigozie Agbim has said winning the trophy for the first time will be a good experience.

Keshi: We were true fighters

Super Eagles boss Stephen Okechukwu Keshi has praised his team’s character and fighting spirit after they staged a stirring comeback against Morocco to reach the semi-final of CHAN.

Mahachi sends Zimbabwe to CHAN semis

Zimbabwe convincingly beat Mali 2-1 this evening in Cape Town to qualify for their debut CHAN semifinals.

President Goodluck Jonathan rejoices with Super Eagles

President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria on their exhilarating come-back victory over their Moroccan counterparts this evening in Cape Town in the quarter-finals of the ongoing African Nations Championship.

The Yak swaps China for Qatar

Okomu Oil product Yakubu Aiyegbeni has swapped Guanghzou R&F for a stint in Qatar with Al Rayyan.

Ajibade Omolade on a week long Zamalek trial

Former Enyimba left-back Ajibade Omolade has joined the leading Egyptian side of Zamalek on a week long trial.

Ikpotor: Warri Wolves can compete with the best

Former Sfaxien of Tunisia player, Kingsley Ikpotor has tipped his current employers Warri Wolves to compete in the Globacom Nigeria Premier League expected to kickoff by 24th February, 2014.

Nigerian scores in 9-goal thriller

Nicholas Ajose scored in his third league match in a row, but this time his side lost 5-4 to Oldham Athletic.

Official: Juan Mata is a Manchester United player

The transfer of Juan Mata from Chelsea to Manchester United for £37.1m, has been confirmed by the Red Devils.

Usim moves to Azari team

Azerbaijani Premier League club Simurq PIK have completed the signing of Nigerian defender Nduka Usim, the official website is reporting.

Super Eagles winger says miracle the greatest he was witnessed as a footballer

Enugu Rangers winger Ejike Uzoenyi has admitted that the 4 - 3 win over Morocco on Saturday in the quarter - finals of the African Nations Championship was the greatest comeback he has witnessed as a professional footballer.

Super Eagles star is a Stoke player

According to official statement on Stoke City website, the club has informed that it has reached an agreement with Cardiff City over the transfer of  Nigerian striker, Peter Osaze Odemwingie.

Rwanda coach calls up 24 players for qualifiers of 2015 U-20 CHAN

Goalkeepers: Olivier Kwizera (APR FC), Mushimiyimana Mohamed (AS Kigali)

Miracle of Cape Town: Super Eagles stage a resolute fight back to eliminate Atlas Lions

Aliyu Ibrahim struck late as Stephen Keshi’s Super Eagles dramatically qualified for the African Nations Championship semi finals with a thrilling 4-3 win over Morocco on Saturday.

Cape Town Miracle: Eagles minutes away from CHAN semi finals ticket

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Morocco
Morocco
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Nigeria
Match - Sat 25 January, 17:00, Cape Town Stadium
Goals Goals
10. Mohsine Moutaouali (33’) 4. Ugonna Uzochukwu (49’)
9. Iajour Mouhssine (37’) 8. Rabiu Ali (55’)
10. Mohsine Moutaouali (40’) 7. Ejike Uzoenyi (90’)
12. Aliyu Ibrahim (111’)