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'Rohr downgraded me' - Ex-Nigeria midfielder Ogu explains lack of game time at 2018 World Cup
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'Rohr downgraded me' - Ex-Nigeria midfielder Ogu explains lack of game time at 2018 World Cup

Former Super Eagles midfielder John Ogu has revealed that former Nigeria head coach Gernot Rohr “downgraded” him ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, which ultimately led to his lack of playing time during the competitionOgu, who was part of Nigeria’s squad to the tournament in Russia, did not feature in any of the team’s three group-stage matches as the Super Eagles exited the competition early.Nigeria’s midfield options at the tournament included the likes of John Obi Mikel, Wilfred Ndidi, Joel Obi, Ogenyi Onazi, and Oghenekaro Etebo.Speaking on the Home Turf podcast, the 37-year-old ...

April 14, 2026
'He's Like A Mentor To Me' - Joe Aribo On Steven Gerrard's Influence On His Career
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'He's Like A Mentor To Me' - Joe Aribo On Steven Gerrard's Influence On His Career

Nigeria international Joe Aribo has hailed Steven Gerrard for the influential role the Liverpool legend has played in his career. Regarded by many as one of the best midfielders to have played the...

Dec 7, 2019
'Cash Plus Lacazette For Osimhen In January..' - Fans React As Lille Striker Nets 9th League Goal
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'Cash Plus Lacazette For Osimhen In January..' - Fans React As Lille Striker Nets 9th League Goal

Victor Osimhen's solitary strike made the difference for Lille in their 1-0 league win over Brest at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy on Friday evening. The Nigeria international profited from an incisive dri...

Dec 6, 2019
Rangers' Joe Aribo On Why He Chose Nigeria Over England; Best Position; Inheriting Mikel's No 10 Shirt & More
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Rangers' Joe Aribo On Why He Chose Nigeria Over England; Best Position; Inheriting Mikel's No 10 Shirt & More

In an interview with the Super Eagles Media Team via YouTube, Glasgow Rangers star Joe Aribo discussed a variety of topics regarding the national team. One of the subjects the London-born midfield...

Dec 6, 2019
Marseille Warned To Pay Attention To Bordeaux New Star Josh Maja
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Marseille Warned To Pay Attention To Bordeaux New Star Josh Maja

Marseille have been warned to play close attention to Super Eagles striker Josh Maja when they face Bordeaux in the French Ligue 1 on Sunday night at the Orange Vélodrome (Marseille). Only t...

Dec 6, 2019
Italian Serie Club Interested In Signing Eredivisie Top Scorer Dessers
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Italian Serie Club Interested In Signing Eredivisie Top Scorer Dessers

Italian Serie A club Cagliari are interested in signing Super Eagles hopeful Cyriel Dessers in the January transfer window, according to reports emanating from the Italian media. Webmagazine24.it ...

Dec 6, 2019
SC Heerenveen Dazzler Ejike Names Okocha, PSG & Real Madrid Stars As His Footballing Idols
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SC Heerenveen Dazzler Ejike Names Okocha, PSG & Real Madrid Stars As His Footballing Idols

SC Heerenveen winger Chidera Ejike has named retired Nigeria international Austin Okocha, Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar and Real Madrid superstar Eden Hazard among his footballing idols. Ranked one...

Dec 6, 2019
Golden Eaglets Captain Tijani Saga Update : Racing Genk Linked; Father Goes Into Hiding; N1.5M Spent To Get Exclusive Mandate
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Golden Eaglets Captain Tijani Saga Update : Racing Genk Linked; Father Goes Into Hiding; N1.5M Spent To Get Exclusive Mandate

Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Racing Genk are the latest club interested in signing Nigeria U17 international Samson Tijani. The Golden Eagles captain has previously courted interest from ...

Dec 5, 2019
NFF President Pinnick Blasts Super Eagles Coach Rohr For Publicly Demanding For His Salary
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NFF President Pinnick Blasts Super Eagles Coach Rohr For Publicly Demanding For His Salary

Nigeria Football Federation President Amaju Pinnick has criticized Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr for publicly demanding for his salary. The football administrator denied that the Nigerian Federation...

Dec 5, 2019
Bordeaux Hat-trick Hero Maja Named In Ligue 1 TOTW; Receives Perfect 10/10 Rating
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Bordeaux Hat-trick Hero Maja Named In Ligue 1 TOTW; Receives Perfect 10/10 Rating

Bordeaux striker Josh Maja has been recognized for his brilliant display in the last round of matches in the French Ligue 1, with football statistics website Whoscored.com naming him in the Team of th...

Dec 5, 2019
Nigerian Federation Provide Big Update On International Future Of Heracles Almelo's Dessers
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Nigerian Federation Provide Big Update On International Future Of Heracles Almelo's Dessers

Heracles Almelo goal machine Cyriel Dessers has taken a big step towards fulfilling his dream of becoming a Nigeria international, with the Nigeria Football Federation confirming on Thursday afternoon...

Dec 5, 2019
'I Like To Dribble Past People' - Skillful Heerenveen Star, Ejike Tells Rohr His Best Position
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'I Like To Dribble Past People' - Skillful Heerenveen Star, Ejike Tells Rohr His Best Position

SC Heerenveen star Chidera Ejike is one player Super Eagles fans want to see in the national team following his imperious displays in the Dutch Eredivisie. The former Liverpool trialist was called...

Dec 5, 2019
Most Decisive Players In Ligue 1 : Only Two Players Ahead Of Lille Jewel Victor Osimhen
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Most Decisive Players In Ligue 1 : Only Two Players Ahead Of Lille Jewel Victor Osimhen

Only two players have been more decisive than Lille striker Victor Osimhen in the French Ligue 1 so far this season, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. After the conclusion of the sixteenth matchday on ...

Dec 5, 2019