International friendly: Eagles battle Togo’s Hawks in Paris

International friendly: Eagles battle Togo’s Hawks in Paris

By Footyalert → Wednesday, 31 May 2017

The Super Eagles will on Thursday, 1^st June 2017 take the pitch against the Hawks of Togo in an international friendly in Paris.

Coach Gernot Rohr is using Thursday’s game, just like last Friday’s session against Corsica Island in Ajaccio, as preparation for next weekend’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Africa in Uyo.

The match against the Hawks will be played at the Stade Municipal de Saint Leu La Foret, Paris starting from 7pm (6pm Nigeria time).

Forward Kelechi Iheanacho, who scored from the spot to level scores (1-1) against Corsica on Friday, is one of 20 players in the Eagles’ Hyatt Regency Hotel camp in Paris, and who have been training in the French capital ahead of Thursday’s game.

Goalkeepers Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Dele Alampasu, defenders Elderson Echiejile, William Ekong, Chidozie Awaziem, Tyronne Ebuehi and Abdullahi Shehu, midfielders Wilfred Ndidi, Mikel Agu, Oghenekaro Etebo, Alhassan Ibrahim and Uche Agbo, and strikers Ahmed Musa, Stephen Odey, Victor Osimhen, Henry Onyekuru, Alex Iwobi, Olanrewaju Kayode and Sikiru Olatubosun are the others.

Thursday’s match will be the 17^th clash between both West African countries at senior level, with Nigeria having won nine of the previous 16 clashes. Togo won in three, while four matches were drawn.

The first match between both countries at senior level took place on 6^th October 1956. Albert Onyeanwuna (of blessed memory) scored the game’s only goal, with Nigeria’s roster also including the likes of Dan Anyiam, Sam Ibiam, Asuquo Ekpe and Cyril Asoluka. Paul ‘Wonder Boy’ Hamilton (also of blessed memory) scored the one goal in each of two friendlies in Lagos in 1966.

Nigeria’s biggest win over Togo remains the 4-2 scoreline in a 1968 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match in Lagos in April 1967, but Nigerians will never forget the 5-2 hiding by the Hawks in a WAFU Cup match in Abidjan in December 1983.

NIGERIA & TOGO AT SENIOR LEVEL

6 Oct 1956: Nigeria 1 Togo 0 – Lagos (Friendly)

29 Dec 1964: Nigeria 1 Togo 2 – Lagos (All-Africa Games Qualifier)

6 Mar 1966: Nigeria 1 Togo 0 – Lagos (Friendly)

9 Apr 1966: Nigeria 1 Togo 0 – Lagos (Friendly)

2 Apr 1967: Togo 1 Nigeria 0 – Lome (Afcon Qualifier)

15 Apr 1967: Nigeria 4 Togo 2 – Lagos (Afcon Qualifier)

23 Apr 1975: Togo 0 Nigeria 1 – Dakar (Friendly)

13 June 1980: Togo 0 Nigeria 1 – Lome (Friendly)

9 July 1983: Nigeria 2 Togo 1 – Ibadan (Olympics Qualifier)

27 July 1983: Togo 1 Nigeria 1 – Lome (Olympics Qualifier)

16 Dec 1983: Togo 5 Nigeria 2 – Abidjan (WAFU Cup)

29 July 1986: Togo 2 Nigeria 2 – Lome (Friendly)

18 Mar 1987: Nigeria 2 Togo 0 – Lagos (Afcon Qualifier)

2 Apr 1987: Togo 1 Nigeria 1 – Lome (Afcon Qualifier)

18 Aug 1990: Nigeria 3 Togo 0 – Lagos (Afcon Qualifier)

27 Jan 1991: Togo 0 Nigeria 0 – Lome (Afcon Qualifier)

AFCON 2019 Qualifier: Onazi, Echiejile, 21 others to battle Bafana Bafana

AFCON 2019 Qualifier: Onazi, Echiejile, 21 others to battle Bafana Bafana

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Technical Adviser Gernot Rohr has invited 24 players to the Super Eagles’ camp ahead of next week’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa.

Turkey –based midfielder Ogenyi Onazi topped the list made available on Wednesday, with Elderson Echiejile, Ahmed Musa and Kenneth Omeruo also called.

South Africa –based goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi joins home –based professional Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Portugal –based Dele Alampasu to contest for the gloves, with William Ekong, Chidozie Awaziem, Abdullahi Shehu, Tyronne Ebuehi and Zamalek FC of Egypt’s Maroof Youssef joining Omeruo and Echiejile at the rear.

England –based Wilfred Ndidi, Oghenekaro Etebo, John Ogu, Mikel Agu and Akwa United’s former junior international Alhassan Ibrahim join Onazi in the midfield. Musa is joined at the fore by Kelechi Iheanacho, Moses Simon, Alex Iwobi, Henry Onyekuru, Olanrewaju Kayode and Victor Osimhen.

All invited players are expected in Abuja on Friday, 2^nd June with the team to train on Monday, 5^th June before departing to Uyo on Tuesday.

The Super Eagles trade tackles with the Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Saturday, 10^th June 2017, starting from 5pm.

THE FULL LIST

Goalkeepers: Daniel Akpeyi (Chippa United, South Africa); Ikechukwu Ezenwa (FC IfeanyiUbah); Dele Alampasu (Cesarense FC, Portugal)

Defenders: Kenneth Omeruo (Alanyaspor FC, Turkey); William Ekong (KAA Gent, Belgium); Abdullahi Shehu (Anorthosis Famagusta, Cyprus); Tyronne Ebuehi (ADO Den Haag, The Netherlands); Elderson Echiejile (AS Monaco, France); Chidozie Awaziem (FC Porto, Portugal); Maroof Youssef (Zamalek FC, Egypt)

Midfielders: Ogenyi Onazi (Trabzonspor FC, Turkey); Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England); Oghenekaro Etebo (CD Feirense, Portugal); John Ogu (Hapoel Be’er Sheva, Israel); Mikel Agu (Vitoria Setubal, Portugal); Alhassan Ibrahim (Akwa United FC)

Forwards: Ahmed Musa (Leicester City, England); Kelechi Iheanacho (Manchester City, England); Moses Simon (KAA Gent, Belgium); Alex Iwobi (Arsenal FC, England); Henry Onyekuru (KAS Eupen, Belgium); Victor Osimhen (Wolfsburg FC, Germany); Olanrewaju Kayode (FK Austria Wien, Austria)

This should be Chisom Chikatara's best goal

This should be Chisom Chikatara's best goal

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Chisom Chikatara curled in a goal that I think should be his best so far. He scored this goal against Zambian side, Zesco United in the 2016 Caf Champions League. The match ended 1-1 but Chikatara's goal in that match looks really good.

Arsenal activates Henry Onyekuru's release clause

Arsenal activates Henry Onyekuru's release clause

By Footyalert → Tuesday, 30 May 2017

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Arsenal have reportedly activated the release clause of KAS Eupen striker Henry Onyekuru, Sky Sports News has reported.

Onyekuru, who has been linked with  Everton, Southampton and West Bromwich Albion has scored 31 goals in 60 appearances for the Belgian outfit.

According to the report, Arsenal have made a formal move to signing the 19-year-old Nigeria international after activating his buy-out clause, which is tagged at £6.8m.

Though personal terms haven't been agreed but the Gunners are confident of signing the striker once he has returned from international duty with the Super Eagles who face Togo in an international friendly in Paris on Thursday June 1 ahead of an Africa Cup of Nations qualifer against South Africa on June 10.

Wicked penalty by Peter Utaka

Wicked penalty by Peter Utaka

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Henry Onyekuru Goals, Skills, Assists

Henry Onyekuru Goals, Skills, Assists

By Footyalert → Monday, 29 May 2017

Highlights: Corsica Vs. Nigeria

Highlights: Corsica Vs. Nigeria

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El Kanemi overcome Rivers United

El Kanemi overcome Rivers United

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El Kanemi Warriors have moved to second place in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) after beating Rivers United 2-1 in Maiduguri on Sunday.

Mathias Samuel and Yahuza Bala netted the decisive goals for the hosts while Onoriode Odah netted in the final minute of stoppage time for the ‘Pride of Rivers’

The big news before kick-off was that the Rivers United technical manager, Stanley Eguma had made ten changes to the side that beat FUS Rabat 1-0 four days earlier in the CAF Confederation Cup.

In the absence of so many regulars, United clearly struggled for fluency in a first half of little quality.

They however improved in the second half but Bala’s goal late on knocked the wins off their sails.

Odah’s late strike was nothing more than academic in the end as the Warriors secured vital points.

After the game, the two coaches, Ladan Bosso of El-Kanemi Warriors and Eguma of Rivers United spoke to our official website, www.riversunitedfc.com.ng. (audio files have been attached).

 

Second-placed El Kanemi Warriors have now amassed 36 points from 21 matches while 12th place Rivers United have 27 points from 21 matches. 

Match statistics 

Teams

El-Kanemi Warriors: George Michael, Samuel Tswanya,  Alimanika Usman (John Aguda 48'), Chibuzor Okonkwo,  Lucky Eremuya, Tchonfine Pade, Yahuza Bala, Bello Kofarmata, Hashimu Haliru (Sunday Anthony 65'), Olorundare Dele (Isiaka Olawale 87') and Samuel Mathias.

Substitutes not used: Usman Mohammed, Alhaji Mohammed, Suleiman Dovi, and Isa Usman.

Rivers United: Abiodun Akande, Ifeanyi Nweke, Chiwendu Ali,  Aliassou Sanou,  Ayobami Asekunuwo,  Gabriel Olalekan,  Nzube Anaezemba (Onoriode Odah 87'), Bolaji sakin,  Godbless Asamoah, (Christian Weli 90'), Yusuf Jaiyeola and Ifeanyi Okoye (Israel Daniel 72'). 

Substitutes not Used: Femi Thomas, Gabriel Wassa Shedrach Francis and Bernard Ovoke.

Yellow cards:  

Elkanemi Warriors: Usman Alimanika 37'.  

Rivers United: Ifeanyi Nweke 47'.  

Goals. Samuel Mathias 11', Yuhuza Bala 81'.

NPFL Week 21 Full Time Scores

NPFL Week 21 Full Time Scores

By Footyalert → Sunday, 28 May 2017

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Akwa United 3-0 ABS

Plateau United 1-0 Remo Stars

Sunshine Stars1-0 Enyimba

Abia Warriors 4-0 Enugu Rangers

El-Kanemi Warriors 2-1 Rivers United

Niger Tornadoes 3-0 MFM

Gombe United 1-0 Kastina United

Lobi Stars 3-0 3SC

Ifeanyi Ubah 2-0 Kano Pillars

Nasarawa United 2-0 Wikki

Chelsea Link Can Help Brighton & Hove Albion Land Tammy Abraham

Chelsea Link Can Help Brighton & Hove Albion Land Tammy Abraham

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English Premier League outfit, Brighton & Hove Albion are said to be confident of securing a loan deal for Chelsea youngster Tammy Abraham this summer.

The Seagulls may have an edge over fellow promoted side Newcastle United who have both been given permission to speak to Tammy about a loan deal ahead of the new season.

His Chelsea team mate, Fikayo Tomori joined Brighton on loan in January and helped them secure a Premier League ticket. Reports suggest that he may just have told Tammy that Brighton & Hove Albion is an ideal club to develop.

The 19-year-old scored 23 goals in appearances while on loan at Bristol City in 2017.

FC Abuja, Kogi United Settle For Draw

FC Abuja, Kogi United Settle For Draw

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Kogi United on Saturday recorded another vital point on the road as their hosts FC Abuja forced them to a one all draw at the Area 3 Pitch, Abuja on match day 11 in the Nigeria National League. 

John Jerome shoot Kogi United into lead with five minutes into second half after both sides grind out a goalless first half.

Abubakar Danlami was controversially sent off in the 76th minutes for his second bookable offense to give the host a numerical advantage.

And just as when the boys of Coach Tunde Abdulrahman were almost settled for the total victory, centre referee Daniel Katsina awarded an 88th minute spot kick as he assumed Micheal Bolaji had pushed Yaro Zakari in the box.

United's goalkeeper Ogundare Detan guessed right as he dived full length to the left but his hand could not reach Chidi Ernest's penalty.

The game started on a high tempo as both sides created a brilliant attacks but weren't lucky to find a way through.

FC Abuja came close on two occasions in the first half when Samuel John's header crashed the bar from Justice Zachariah's cross.

Detan's howler at the edge of the box almost result to a goal for the hosts in the 36th minutes when his slow pass to Bashir Chatto but was caught by Ishiak Samaila but the forward's roll in effort was cleared by Musa Stephen.

Mukhtar Salihu was another player to test Detan in goal for United in the first half but his shot from edge of the box was well gathered by the bin pole keeper.

United's first chance came early in the 17th minute when Matthew Idoko headed Abubakar Danlami's free kick inch wide from goal.

John John also had his shot caught well by Nwobi after dribbled past two defenders in the final third.

The second half was an end to end affairs until Jerome broke the deadlock with five minutes into restart.

Kogi United had opportunities to increase their lead afterwards but the Idoko and Eghe Osas weren't lucky to bury their chances from a counter.

The pendulum of possession swung to the side of the hosts when Danlami was booked for a second bookable offense in the 76th minutes.

FC Abuja threw everything they've got at United's defense but couldn't get a way through it.

The hosts were awarded an 88th minute penalty when Bolaji was adjudged to have pushed Zakari Yaro in the box.

Substitute Chidi Ernest stepped forward and bury the chance to end the pulsating encounter on even terms.

Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Kogi State, Hon Arome Adoji who was in Abuja to support the team commended United players for their effort to seal their second point on the road just as he berated the call for the late penalty.

He however called for continuous focus from the team to end the season on a high.

FC Abuja's left back, Glory Adeniyi who rued his side's disappointing result noted that United gave them a difficult times throughout the match.

Adeniyi added that the result which be a huge blow for the FCT based club but believed they can get out of it.

Kogi United will round up their first round campaign with home game against FC Taraba while FC Abuja travels to Ilorin to keep a date with Kwara United. 

West Ham United make offer for Kelechi Iheanacho

West Ham United make offer for Kelechi Iheanacho

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West Ham United have reportedly made a bid for Manchester City forward Kelechi Iheanacho.

The Nigeria international didn't enjoy so much playing time under Pep Guardiola as he has only started once in 2017, against Burnley in January.

According to Sky Sports News, the Hammers have made an approach to City for the youngster's services who is thought to be valued at £20m.

The Nigerian played in an international friendly match against Corsica on Friday May 26 where scored from the spot to level score For the Super Eagles at 1-1.

Omoyele's Brace Secures Win Over AS Racine

Omoyele's Brace Secures Win Over AS Racine

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Osun United striker, Omoyele Tosin's brace helped the Omoluabi Giants to a 3-1 win over AS Racine in a week 17 Nigeria National League match on Saturday.

The two teams were evenly matched in the early minutes of the contest before Fimihan Gafar, grabbed the opener for the Lagos based team in the 25th minute to silence the home fans.

Racine goalkeeper Adeyemi Taiwo, pulled incredible saves to deny Omoyele, Damola Fakayode, Victor Okeji and Adeyemi Adeyeye, who went into act of terrorizing after conceding.

Omoyele in the 42nd minute draw level for the Omoluabi Giants via goal mouth scramble. 

The young former COD United frontman doubled Osun United's lead in the 44th minute to increased his season tally to seven (7) from fifteen (15) matches.

AS Racine gaffer and former Super Eagles gangling striker, Victor Okechukwu Agali, was sent to the stand moment after Osun United second goal for unsportsmanlike conduct.

Adeyeye, in the 61st minute scored the third goal from close range to send the impressive fans at the Oshogbo Township Stadium into wide jubilation.

AS Racine duo Stephen Anyawu and Mutiu Olawale's efforts to pull a goal back was thwarted by the disciplined Osun United defence line and goalkeeper Ayo Ojo.

Osun United have garnered twenty three (23) points from fifteen (15) matches with two outstanding games against My People FC and Unicem Rovers Football Club. 

NPFL match day 21 preview: El-Kanemi Warriors versus Rivers United

NPFL match day 21 preview: El-Kanemi Warriors versus Rivers United

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Rivers United return to the rigours of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) after their exertions in the Caf Confederation Cup.

Just four days ago, United, Nigeria’s lone survivor in CAF’s interclub competitions this year overcame 2010 CAF Confederation Cup champions, FUS Rabat 1-0 in Port Harcourt to put their campaign back on track.

They will now look to repeat similar heroics on Sunday in the NPFL when they come up against a fired-up El-Kanemi side that could go level on points with the leaders, Plateau United if they trip the ‘Pride of Rivers’ in Maiduguri.

El-Kanemi Warriors have been peerless at home this term while Rivers United have yet to win on the road in all competitions this season.

Isah Ladan Bosso, head coach of El-Kanemi Warriors is known for making wholesale changes to his squads on a game-by-game basis so it will be no real surprise if star personnel like Chibuzor Okonkwo, Lucky Erimuya, Aghahowa Otakho, Bello Kofarmata, Dele Olorundare and Isiaka Olawale are given ‘a rest’ while less stellar names take to the pitch, if the words of the experienced gaffer are to be believed.

“This is just going to be like any other match. I pray and hope I will collect three points (on Sunday). 

“Our impressive home form this season is down to the fact that I have a lot of rookies in my team. 

“These rookies are indigenes of Borno State; they always want to go the extra mile and give their best when they play at home. 

“When I go for away matches, I don’t travel with these players because they are not too exposed,” Bosso told our official website, www.riversunitedfc.com.ng. 

Going by recent home performances by the Warriors, Rivers United will expect an early onslaught from the young guns who are more than eager to earn a name for themselves.

The United technical manager, Azunda Stanley Eguma is expected to make wholesale changes to his squad with a tricky trip to Kampala on the horizon as they prepare to face Kampala CCA on match day three of the CAF Confederation Cup.

Eguma knows he faces a battle on his hands if he is to become the first coach to lead a side to victory over Maiduguri side at their own patch. 

He acknowledges that if his side is to complete the double over the Warriors, (United won the reverse fixture 2-1 on match day one in Port Harcourt), they will have to do what no side has managed in the NPFL this season.

“They (El-Kanemi Warriors) have been impressive at home but they can be beaten because they are not invincible,” he said.

Tough-sounding words but Eguma is as experienced as they come.

Sunday’s game is guaranteed to be a fascinating watch and United will have to display grit, fighting spirit, belief and play the perfect game if they are to avoid defeat at the El-Kanemi Stadium, Maiduguri on Sunday.

Overview

Game: El-Kanemi Warriors versus Rivers United

Competition: Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL)

Current positions of respective clubs on the NPFL log: El-Kanemi Warriors (3rd); Rivers United (12th)

Date: Sunday, May 28, 2017

Venue: El-Kanemi Stadium, Maiduguri

Time: 4pm

Form guide (last five NPFL matches)

El-Kanemi Warriors (LWLWL)

El-Kanemi Warriors 0-1 Shooting Stars (A)

El-Kanemi Warriors 1-0 Kano Pillars (H)

El-Kanemi Warriors 0-3 MFM FC (A)

El-Kanemi Warriors 1-0 ABS FC (H)

El-Kanemi Warriors 1-2 ABS FC (A)

Rivers United (WWLLW)

Rivers United 1-0 Abia Warriors (H)

Rivers United 2-0 Katsina United (A)

Rivers United 0-1 Nasarawa United (A)

Rivers United 1-0 Remo Stars (H)

Rivers United 1-0 Nasarawa United (H) 

 

Previous meetings (Head-to-head)  

Matches: Three (3)  

El Kanemi Warriors wins; One (1)  

Rivers United wins: Two (2) 

Draws; Nil 

Points accumulated in competitive matches: El-Kanemi Warriors- three (3), Rivers United- six (6)

Goals for: El-Kanemi Warriors- two (2); Rivers United- three (3)

Goals against: El-Kanemi Warriors- three (3); Rivers United- two (2)

Details (Specific breakdown)  

Rivers United 1-0 El Kanemi Warriors (Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt on April 6, 2016; NPFL)  

El Kanemi Warriors 1-0 Rivers United (El Kanemi Stadium, Maiduguri on August 7,2016; NPFL)    

Rivers United 2-1 El-Kanemi Warriors (Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt on January 15, 2017; NPFL)

Ifeanyi Ubah's Preko Targets Another Win Against Kano Pillars

Ifeanyi Ubah's Preko Targets Another Win Against Kano Pillars

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FC Ifeanyi Ubah's gaffer, Yaw Preko says his target is to win when the Anambra Warriors host Kano Pillars on Sunday in a week 21 Nigeria Professional Football League tie.

The Nnewi outfit handed a shocking 3-0 home defeat to Shooting Stars last weekend but Preko believes that is in the past and his team won't get carried away as he has maintained that his focus is to secure another win against Kano Pillars on Sunday.

"We won our first away match this season in Ibadan but we aren't getting carried away by that achievement because that's now in the past," Preko told Footyalert

"We know that we still have a lot of hurdles to cross in this second round so we have to remain focus. We have prepare adequately for Sunday's match against Kano Pillars and we are positive of a great out come.

"The first meeting in Kano has gone into the history books, I really don't care about that because as far as I am concerned, we only played 45 minutes. A lot didn't go well and more so it was the first match of the season.

"We have made sure that we are prepared for what ever they come with and what matters to us most is the three points which I am sure we shall get," Preko concludes.

The Anambra Warriors sit fourth on the Nigeria Professional Football League table with 31 points from 20 games.

Lobi Stars' Eduwo In prayer mood ahead Shooting Stars clash

Lobi Stars' Eduwo In prayer mood ahead Shooting Stars clash

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Lobi Stars striker, Kingsley Eduwo has switched to prayer mood as the Makurdi welcome Shooting Stars on Sunday in a match day 21 in the Nigeria Professional Football League.

The former Shooting Stars goal poacher though is seeking divine favour but he has admitted that the Oluyole Warriors will be tough to handle considering that lost 0-3 at home to Ifeanyi Ubah in Ibadan last week.

"We are well prepared for the match against Shooting Stars and I am praying to God to score goals on Sunday," Eduwo told Footyalert

"Though I know it won't be an easy match because they lost at home last week, the mood they are in at the moment is a concern for us at Lobi Stars because they will fight till the end.

"But we are also confident especially winning away from home. I've played for Shooting Stars before now and I know their approach.

"I want to score more important goals that will secure a lot of points for my club and I know it will happen. The win away from home for Lobi Stars in the second round of the league is a positive sign for us," Eduwo stated.

Amokachi,Okocha, Set For Stars Sixes

Amokachi,Okocha, Set For Stars Sixes

By Footyalert → Saturday, 27 May 2017

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Nigerian legends, Austin Jay Jay Okocha and Daniel 'Da Bull' will be at The O2, London as they will take part in Star Sixes, a new world six-a-side tournament for former internationals from 13th -16th July 2017.

The six-a-side world cup for former internationals will see legends such as  Alessandro Del Piero, Steven Gerrard and Roberto Carlos but Amokachi is excited that the world will see Okocha's amazing skills again.

“Jay-Jay was one of the best African players of all time and certainly one of the most skilful, His style was unique, and I remember when Ronaldinho first played at Paris Saint-Germain he asked Jay-Jay to teach him some of his tricks," Amokachi told Star Sixes

“Now there is a chance for a new generation of fans to see him and others up close, and it is just as exciting for me to test myself against some of the great players that I never played against. It should be really exciting, and hopefully we can have a good few days where we can form a bond, too.

The Nigerian team at the event will parade stars like, Amokachi, Okocha, ex-Shaktar Donetsk striker, Julius Aghahowa, former Roda midfielder Garba Lawal and  ex-Chelsea defender, Celestine Babayaro. They will face Brazil, Italy and China in Group B. 

Olanrewaju, Ndidi Join Super Eagles Camp

Olanrewaju, Ndidi Join Super Eagles Camp

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Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi and Austria Wien striker Olanrewaju Kayode have arrived at the Super Eagles camp on Saturday ahead of Thursday's international friendly match against Togo.

The arrival of both players was confirmed via Super Eagles Twitter handle @NGSuperEagles with pictures of both players displayed. 

Corsica and Nigeria drew 1-1 on Friday and the team arrived at the Hyatt Regency, Paris for the second phase of preparations for the 2019 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against South Africa in Uyo on the 10th of June.

Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion Jostle For Tammy Abraham's Signature

Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion Jostle For Tammy Abraham's Signature

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Reports suggest that Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion have been granted permission to speak to Chelsea's Tammy Abraham over a loan move for the 2017-18 season.

Kevin Oghenetega Tamaraebi Bakumo-Abraham,19 who is eligible to represent Nigeria scored 26 goals during his loan spell at Bristol City last season, there are strong indication that the teenage sensation will spend another 12 months out on loan.

Although Chelsea are expected to hand Abraham a new long-term contract before sanctioning another loan move, according to The Telegraph, Newcastle and Brighton, who were both promoted to the Premier League from the Championship last season, have been granted permission to speak to Abraham. 

And it's stated that Premier League new boys, Brighton currently lead the race to land the lanky striker whose pace and off the ball position creates a major threat for any defense.

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Remo Stars In Jos For Business

Remo Stars In Jos For Business

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One of Remo Stars FC reliable defender, Osas Oknuoghae says the team is in Plateau for serious business and getting points against the table toppers is sacrosanct.

Remo Stars is to face the table toppers, Plateau United at the Rwang Pam Stadium on  Match Day 21 of the  Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).

In the reserve fixture, Golbe Elisa gave the Peace Boys the deserved victory after Victor Mbaoma's header cancelled John Kim's 26 minute strike in the opening game of the 2016/17 NPFL season.

Plateau United started the second stanza brilliantly with an away point against Katsina United after Daniel Itodo's 77th minute strike forced both teams to share the spoils.

It's going to be a huge mountain to climb for the visitors bearing in mind that the Peace Boys have made their home a fortress but a point for the Sky Blue Stars away from home might be a turn around for Osho's men whose faith is firm in their hands.

"First we have to appreciate GOD for the journey mercy from Ogun State to Plateau, we return all glory to him."

"Our coming here is not to play jamboree football but we are here for business and to get points against Plateau United. We are also here to prove that we have qualities in our team and we aren't pushovers."

"We are the youngest in the Nigeria Professional Football League but our style of play is quite unique and different from other club sides in the league."

"I appreciate our coach's way of handling the team, he has a lion heart. Coach Osho has the zeal and full confidence in his players to see them excel in all areas on the field of play." Osas confirmed.