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He Is Such A Class Act In Defence – Ex Super Eagles Star Efe Ambrose Praise Nigeria U20 Defender At U20 AFCON

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Former Nigeria international Efe Ambrose has picked out the one player he thinks has been the standout defender for Nigeria at center back in the ongoing Africa U20 Cup of Nations in Egypt.

Yesterday Nigeria secured a 1-0 win over the host bouncing back from the 0-1 defeat they suffered against Senegal in their opening game of the tournament. Nigeria’s lone goal was scored by left full back Solomon Agbalaka.

The team are campaigning in the tournament which is the qualifiers for the U20 World Cup and Ambrose who also played for Nigeria U20 in 2009 under the same coach Ladan Bosso has picked out one player he admires a lot in the team.

” I think they have very good players but as a team they haven’t found their rhythm. As defender my focus is always on the area when I watch teams play and so far there is that number 12 (Benjamin Fredrick) who has caught my eyes”, he told OGN.

” The timing of his tackles, ball distribution and also the way he wins aerial duels is very modern. I see him as a class act in the defence particularly at center back. The full backs are also good but they need to do more going forward”, he stated.

On the coach of the team, Ambrose said he is alarmed that Nigerians are still doubting his abilities at this level which he said needs no much talks as he has shown over the years that he is capable to deliver at this stage.

” Bosso is a wonderful coach for young players. I played under him for two years. You don’t know what it takes to handle these players, it requires a lot of patience, faith and experience. One bad decision or comment can ruin players at this stage. It’s critical and that is why Bosso’s role can’t be handled by any other coach”, he concluded.

Osas Mahawi 

 

I Told Keshi My Son Will Play For Nigeria – Father Of Borussia Dortmund Star Adeyemi Reveals

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The father of Borussia Dortmund rave of the moment Karim Adeyemi has revealed the conversation he had with then coach of the Nigerian team Stephen Keshi.

Adeyemi was born in Germany to a Nigerian father and a Romanian mother making him eligible for all three countries but he picked Germany and was even at the last World Cup with the team.

His father Abbey Adeyemi however said few years ago, when he was around ten years old he met then coach of the senior national team of Nigeria and told him how optimistic he was that his son will play for Nigeria in the future.

” My son plays for Germany but he was educated in the Nigerian way and I make sure he stays connected with his roots by visiting Nigeria since he was a kid. I was so sure that he will be a top star that I told the Nigerian coach Keshi back then when he was around 9-10 years old that I have a son who will in the future fly the color of Nigeria”, he said in an interview monitored by OGN.

His dream won’t be a reality as the 21 year old is no longer eligible for selection for Nigeria after representing Germany at the World Cup. He has however put Nigeria on the map when he said the local meal fufu is responsible for the speed with which he plays.

Daniel Martins

U20 AFCON – Egypt 0-1 Nigeria; How Flying Eagles Players Rated In Big Win, Anigboso MOTM, Fredrick Stars

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The Flying Eagles of Nigeria restored their world cup ambition with an emphatic one nil win over host nation, Egypt.

In what was a tension soaked match, both teams  appeared not willing to taking risk leading to the first half ending in 0-0. In the second half it became more open with chances at both ends with the hope of breaking the deadlock.

Nigeria finally got the breakthrough when left full back Solomon Agbalaka powered home a header from a well taken corner kick by Aminu Mohammed in the 70th minute.

Chijioke Anigboso – The goalkeeper who was picked ahead of first choice goalkeeper Nathaniel Nwosu gave a huge account of himself. Made two big saves and also commanded his area really well. What a game he had….. 8.5/10.

Augustine Njoku – Full of energy and not scared of getting involved. Covered a lot of grounds and was very much settled all through the game, Should have done more offensively….. 6/10.

Solomon Agbalaka – Solid in defending and also joined the attack with ease. His bullet header ended as the winning goal of the game. A solid showing….. 7.5/10.

Benjamin Fredrick – He can do no wrong at the moment. Solid in area duels and also won all his tackles with ease. His well timed last ditch tackles twice bailed the team in tight corners. The Simoiben Academy graduate is surely among the stars of this team….. 8/10.

Daniel Bameyi- His energy level can’t be matched but wasn’t quite refined in the way he went into tackles and aerial duels. He was fortunate not to give away a penalty with a wild lunge….. 6/10.

Aminu Mohammed – Showed remarkable composure on the ball and looked to play in his teammates early. Picked up the assist with a well lofted corner kick. Had a near spectacular game in the middle….. 7/10.

Onuche Ogbelu – Can easily pass as the most busy and most creative among the Nigerian midfielders. The way he bossed the game without his regular partner Daniel Daga came as a surprise to many….. 7.5/10.

Samson Lawal – A passenger in the first half but heavily involved in the second half. Hasn’t quite lived up to his showing at the WAFU B championship. Not one of his best games….. 6/10.

Mohammed Beji – Indecision made him look lost when he was presented with two chances to have a shot at goal. Improved a lot in the second half and almost scored from range. Can do a lot better though….. 6.5/10.

Haliru Sarki – Not the same player he way in preparation for this tournament. Wasteful in possession and guilty of trying to do too much. Not one of his best days…. 5/10.

Ayuba Francis – A willing runner and a fighter. He fought for every ball in the box making him drift away from where he can be a threat. As the arrowhead of the attack he didn’t get involved enough to be a goal threat….. 6/10.

Substitutes:

Adams Olamilekan – Made his presence known with his all round approach keeping the Egyptian defence busy. A better outing than in the first game….. 6/10

Jude Sunday – Ran at his markers with pace and did a lot of job defensively. He however still hasn’t hit the height that is expected of him…. 6/10

Nicholas Jonathan – Didn’t get involved enough to earn a rating.

Abel Ogwuche – He made two powerful headers to halt a potential counter attack from Egypt. Not enough to earn a rating.

Mohammed Mowiz

U20 AFCON – Nigeria U20 Beats Host Team Egypt, Agbalaka Nets Winner

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The Flying Eagles of Nigeria restored their world cup ambition with an emphatic one nil win over host nation, Egypt.

In what was a tension soaked match, both teams  appeared not willing to taking risk leading to the first half ending in 0-0. In the second half it became more open with chances at both ends with the hope of breaking the deadlock.

Nigeria finally got the breakthrough when left full back Solomon Agbalaka powered home a header from a well taken corner kick by Aminu Mohammed in the 70th minute.

Egypt fought their way back into the game but met a brick wall in the defence of Nigeria marshalled by the impressive Benjamin Fredrick. Goalkeeper Chijioke Anigboso was also impressive with two big saves to keep the Egyptians at bay.

Nigeria will next play Mozambique in the last group game needing at least a draw with their opponent losing 0-3 to Senegal, who are on top of the group with six points after beating Nigeria in their opening game.

Mohammed Mowiz

U20 AFCON – Bosso Makes Three Changes To Flying Eagles Lineup For Egypt Clash, Drops Goalkeeper

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Head coach of the Nigeria U20 team Ladan Bosso has made three changes to his starting lineup for today’s game against Egypt, OGN can exclusively reveal.

Nigeria started their campaign losing 0-1 to Senegal and need at least a draw against Egypt today to keep their hope of progressing to the next round alive.

The coach took the bold step of dropping first choice goalkeeper Nathaniel Nwosu for Chijioke Anigboso but kept faith with the back four of Augustine Njoku, Solomon Agbalaka, Daniel Bamaiyi and the impressive Francis Benjamin.

Team’s mercurial midfielder Daniel Daga wasn’t passed fit for the game after the injury against Senegal and his place has been handed to Mohammed Aminu with the duo of Samson Lawal and Onuche Ogbelu keeping their spot in the middle.

In attack, Olamilekan Adams makes way for Nasarawa United’s Ayuba Francis but Bosso kept faith with Haliru-Sarki and Mohammed Beji despite the duo not playing to the expected level against Senegal.

Starting XI: Chijioke Anigboso (GK), Benjamin Frederick, Daniel Bamaiyi, Augustine Njoku, Solomon Agbalaka, Aminu Mohammed, Onuche Ogbelu, Samson Lawal, Haliru Sarki, Mohammed Beji, Ayuba Francis.

Osas Mahawi

Exclusive – Hamburg Defender Jonas David In Line For First Invitation To Super Eagles Squad For AFCON Qualifiers

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Hamburg defender Jonas David might be among the new names invited to the senior national team of Nigeria when the list of players called up for the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers is made public by head coach of the team Jose Peseiro, OGN understands.

Peseiro is worried over the defence of the team and wants to give opportunities to new players who are doing well at their respective teams, and David who has played in 14 of his team’s game this summer is among the new players under consideration for a spot in the squad for the back to back games against Guinea Bissau.

The 22 year old who was born in Germany qualifies to represent Nigeria through his father and already according to reports in the German media contacts has already been established with a representative of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

Baba Abdulrahman who works with the deputy technical director of the NFF met with the defender to sound out the interest from Nigeria according to MOPO. Talks were said to have been held with the permission of the coach of the senior national team of Nigeria.

An invitation to the team for the AFCON qualifiers will bring to conclusion a three year period which he has been monitored by Nigeria with erstwhile coach Gernot Rohr, the first to have made contact with him.

Waziri Damian.

“I Know Top Clubs Want Me”- Osimhen Open To Leaving Napoli In The Summer

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Nigeria international forward Victor Osimhen has left his future at Italian Serie A side Napoli open in the wake of reported interest from several top teams in Europe owing to his fine run of form this season.

Osimhen took his goal count to 20 goals in 24 appearances this season with Napoli and it includes scoring 18 in the Serie A which he achieved by scoring in seven consecutive games . A feat that has never been achieved by any striker at the club.

After last night performance in the UEFA Champions League where he scored to propell his team to a 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt, he was asked about his future at Napoli who are prime to win the Serie A this season with a huge 15 points separating them from second place Inter Milan.

The 23 year old didn’t rule out a move in the summer but insist that it’s all in the hands of his representatives and that of his club. He is reportedly on the radar of PSG, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Liverpool and Chelsea.

“Being the top scorer is not my priority, the team comes first.” Signed told ESPN:

“If I win the title of top scorer that’s fine with me, but I will be interested in winning trophies with the team. When you do well it’s normal that the best clubs look at you, attracting their interest gives me the motivation to do more for myself and for my team.

“I’m only focused on Napoli, they have the last word. At the end of the year we’ll see what happens, but it’s not up to me. It is up to the company. We just want to try and win every match, but we have to work hard”, he rounded up saying.

Red Hot Osimhen Scores Again, Powers Napoli To UCL Win Over Eintracht Frankfurt

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Nigeria international forward Victor Osimhen was once again the star man for Napoli as they secure a well earned 2-0 win over ten man Eintracht Frankfurt of Germany.

Osimhen wasted no time in making the defence of the German side feel his presence by making himself a nuisance to the home side leading to him winning a spot kick. His teammate Kvicha Kvaratskhelia stepped up but had his effort saved.

Five minutes later Osimhen rounded up a flowing team move with a far post finish off a pass from captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo. The Italians went into the break one goal up.

The chances of Eintracht Frankfurt fighting their way back into the game was made almost impossible when top striker and their talisman Randal Kolo Muani was sent off in the 58th minute. The French man was giving his marching order after a lunge in his bid to gain control of the ball.

Napoli took advantage of the numerical superiority to score the second goal with Di Lorenzo finishing brilliantly five minutes after the hour mark. The goal ensured they go into the retun leg in Italy on the 15th of March in pole position to make it to the next round.

Mohammed Mowiz 

Scottish Side Rangers Invites Nigeria U20 Winger For Another Round Of Assessment

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The club future of Nigeria U20 winger Thompson Ishaka will likely be settled soon following his return to Scottish side Rangers, where he had trials with the team in the summer, OGN understands.

Ishaka who is seen as one of the top prospect at London based Brooke House Academy is said to have impressed during trials especially in the games he played during the course of his stay at the club.

Sources claimed an agreement wasn’t reached between his primary owners and the club with his club wanting a fee of around £1m but that doesn’t appear to be the case according to what we recently gathered.

We heard the club deferred their decision on his signing till after a second assessment which was planned for this point in time with the B team set for a tournament in Morocco.

He will travel with the B team to Morocco for a tournament after which a decision is expected to be reached on his potential signing. Ishaka was with the Nigeria U20 team during their camping in Abuja ahead of the U20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The team is presently at the tournament in Egypt and started their campaign on a poor note losing 0-1 to Senegal in their first game. They will take on the host in their second group game tomorrow.

Can online slots be beaten with high-tech devices and prediction algorithms?

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Can prediction algorithms beat online slots?

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