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Tuesday 19 February 2013

Stadium to be named after Keshi


The Delta State Government has named the ultra-modern Asaba Stadium after Stephen Keshi, following his guiding a relatively inexperienced Nigerian team to victory at the Africa Cup of Nations. He made the announcement at a reception organised for the victorious Super Eagles team at the International Event Centre in Asaba, the State capital.

Efe Ambrose gets attention of Top European clubs


Good things they say comes to those who strive hard for it. Weeks after lifting the AFCON trophy in South Africa, Nigerian right back Efe Ambrose has caught the attention of some top European clubs although nothing concrete is on the table yet. 

Sunday 17 February 2013

Extraordinary Messi Scores 300th Barcelona Goal


Lionel Messi scored his 300th Barcelona goal during this last night's clash with Granada in his 365th appearance for the Blaugrana. This also extends his successive goals in La Liga matches. He is also Barcelona's all-time top scorer.

"Messi's record is just another one," the barcelona stand in coach said after the match. "Today we were goal-shy, and he managed two. It's something extraordinary. 


Saturday 16 February 2013

Keshi's Method Can Develops African Football


Winning the AFCON with 6 home-based players and 17 debutants speaks a lot for the Big Boss. Various coaches have praised his bravery and some think his methods are the best to improve African soccer.

Thursday 14 February 2013

Nigeria moves up to 30th position in world fifa ranking


With success at the just ended AFCON, Nigeria (previously ranked 52nd in the world and 10th in Africa) are now 30th in the world which is the country’s best position since August 2010 and 4th on the continent. Other teams that moved on the African continent are finalists Burkina Faso who moved from 55th to 37th while the host nation South Africa moved up 25 places to 60th. The number one team in Africa, Côte d’Ivoire moved two places to 12th. Spain still lead the ranking table with Germany in second place, followed by Argentina and England.

African Ranking:
1. Cote d'Ivoire
2. Ghana
3. Mali
4. Nigeria
5. Algeria
6. Tunisia
7. Zambia
8. Central African Republic
9. Burkina Faso
10. South Africa respectively.

Wednesday 13 February 2013

Match Report: Manchester United Vs Real Madrid

It's been an epic night, just as we expected, Manchester United and Real Madrid gave the fans and viewer something to smile about. A thrilling encounter with goals from C Ronaldo and Welbeck putting the contest wide open and giving Sir Alex Ferguson a slight advantage going into the second leg at Old Trafford.

Else where, the game ended Shakhtar Donetsk 2-2 Borussia Dortmund  

Messi enjoying his time with Inesta

He might be the all time best player, the 4 time world best player has nothing but praises for this team-mate and spanish international.

Inesta has created 13 goals in 17 league appearances for barcelona this season and Messi feels honoured to be part of the same team as Iniesta. 

 "Andres does everything well. He's getting better and better as the years go by: he's won it all and I'm extremely lucky to play alongside him," Messi says. 

 "I enjoy watching what he does on the pitch, whether in matches or in training sessions – he's a joy to behold." 


Ghanaian Midfielder Michael Essien Happy With Football Father "Mou"

Michael Essien, on loan at Real Madrid from Chelsea claims he is happy with the minutes he is getting at the club and also enjoying his time with Jose Mourinho whom he claims is like a father to him. 

C Ronaldo claims joining Man City is not a reality

Real Madrid wonder boy claim he has no interest in joining Manchester City as his heart still lies with the citizen's rival Manchester United.

Tuesday 12 February 2013

Full Story: Super Eagles surprised with bountiful gifts.

The super Eagles of nigeria landed in nigeria only to receive a warm welcome by the countries big names. What draws my attention the most is the amount of money given to the players and the technical team as well.