Taye Taiwo Reveals Truth About His Twin
Being a twin is not a taboo or what someone should be ashamed of but for former Super Eagles defender, Taye Taiwo, his twin status has bought some level of ridicule and embarrassment to him. However in a new interview with former Super Eagles media officer Colin Udoh, the former Olympic Marseille defender has revealed the truth about his twin who sadly is late having died several years ago at a very tender age. According to Taiwo whose ferocious left-footed shots made him fans’ delight, he admitted he was
Benin Republic To Allocate Only 20 Seats To Nigeria, Despite CAF Approving Benin Republic To Allocate Only 20 Seats To Nigeria, Despite CAF Approving Over Three Hundred.
The Nigeria super eagles, had what can be termed as a "very stressful experience" at Benin republic, from not having access to electricity for training, forcing them to train with the rays of the moon, to stopping journalists from covering them, to allocating only 20 slots of seats to Nigerians
Former Enyimba and Super Eagles goalkeeper hints at a return to the national team
Former Super eagles and Enyimba goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama has opened to life with the Aba based club and of course the national team during his stay. In an Instagram live chat hosted by former super eagles media officer Colin Udoh, the ex- Super eagles international talked about his humble beginning at the Aba based club and how he had to fight his way into the team and the level of consistency he had to keep to make sure he got a call up to the national team. According to him,moving to a club as big as
"We don't appreciate him because we have him here" Ndidi named Nigeria star as the best player ever
Super Eagles of Nigeria and Leicester city football club of England midfield maestro Wilfred Ndidi has showered praise on Chelsea FC Legend John Mikel Obi who has been his idol since when he was a kid. Ndidi praised the former Super Eagles captain for his role in football and he felt people don't appreciate Mikel because we have him here despite all his achievements for clubs and country. Ndidi made this known in a chat with journalist Colin Udoh on his Instagram live chat, he said: "Mikel is someone I idol
"He said he's very interested in playing for Nigeria"Gernot Rohr speaks about European-born EPL star
Nigeria Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has said he has spoken with Bournemouth football club of England star Philip Billing and he has told him that he is very interested in playing for Nigeria national team after being snubbed by Denmark coach in the previous matches. It was understood that Rohr tried to lure Billing to represent the Super Eagles before 2018 world cup in Russia when he was a player of Huddersfield town but the Bournemouth star turned down the offer because he wanted to represent his c
Daniel Akpeyi Breaks Silence Over Mahrez’s Freekick in AFCON Semi-final
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi has finally spoken concerning the goal he conceded in the 2-1 semi-final loss against Algeria at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019, hosted by Egypt. The Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper who spoke to sports journalist, Colin Udoh in an Instagram Live session, was widely blamed for the last minute goal which cost Nigeria a place in the final of the AFCON. Daniel Akpeyi “Maybe I will say I was not really on the right position where I was supposed to be, not because I was not in
Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr states his conditions before signing new contract with NFF
Super Eagles boss Gernot Rohr has confirmed that he has recieved some offers from another country and he's currently studying every options on his table. The Franco-German tactician is in the final period of his contract with the Nigeria Football Federation and his future has become a debate in the media. It could be recalled that the Nigeria Football Federation revealed that the former Nigel and Gabon manager will only offered a new deal unless he agrees to work and live in Nigeria, accepted to be paid in
Super Eagles Coach Rohr Makes Defiant Statement On Residing In Nigeria, Inviting NPFL Players
Nigeria manager Gernot Rohr has stirred up the hornet's nest after disputing the recent statements made by Nigeria Football Federation boss, Amaju Pinnick regarding his contract situation and invitation of home based players to the national team. The German football tactician aimed a thinly-veiled dig at Pinnick at the way he went on air to discuss the conditions attached to his new proposed contract. One of the conditions Rohr must accept before he's offered a new contract is that he must reside in Lagos o
Rohr Inspects Benin Stadium For Super Eagles vs Sierra Leone [Photos]
Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr has arrived in Benin City of Edo State alongside his technical assistants to inspect the condition of the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium. According to recent instagram publications by veteran Nigerian journalist and former media officer of the Super Eagles Colin Udoh, the gaffer made his first appearance into the venue of the Super Eagles versus Sierra Leone match on Monday night. Gernot Rohr was spotted wearing the facemask and adequately observing the covid-19 safety protocol of
Genort Rohr Agrees to new Super Eagles Contract - Happy With New Terms
Super Eagles coach, Genort Rohr has reportedly agreed to the terms of his new contract with the Nigeria Football Federation and the final contract should be signed soon. This was reported by renowned football journalist, Colin Udoh on his Twitter handle. The journalist further informed that the NFF are currently preparing the final draft of the contract, which means the uncertainty over the future of the Franco-German is over. It will be recalled that Genort Rohr's contract expires in June and there have b
What Mahrez Told Ndidi After AFCON Win Vs Nigeria
Riyad Mahrez was credible in his assessment of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations semifinal tie between Algeria and Nigeria in which the North Africans earned a narrow 2-1 win thanks to a sublime free-kick curled in by the Manchester City star from just outside the box in the last minute of stoppage time. With extra time looming, the tricky Algeria winger believed that the Super Eagles would have won the game because they were the fitter of the two sides. Speaking to ESPN journalist Colin Udoh via Instagram, Nd
I have asked Yobo For Help - Rohr
While some are expecting a sour working relationship between Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr and one of his recently appointed assistants, Joseph Yobo, the situation on the ground points to the contrary. Though Rohr had openly confessed he was not consulted by the Nigeria Football Federation in the hiring of Yobo, the Franco-German has since moved on even as he revealed he is now in touch with the ex-captain and even sought for his help. Rohr made this disclosure during an interview with former Super Eagles
Nigeria legend flaunts beautiful daughters in latest pictures (See photos)
Not all footballers flaunt their families on social media due to reasons best known to them. Some love to keep things low, while others feel free to share how lovely their families. For Nigerian legendary striker Mercy Akide-Udoh her family remains top on her priority list. Named the 2001 African player of the year, she is the first African to play in the US Women's Soccer League (Wusa), before it folded in 2003. In 2005, she was named by Fifa as one of its 15 Ambassadors for Women Football. The mother of t
Does Wilfred Ndidi Need To Leave Leicester City FC To Win Trophies?
The search for a trophy or a medal is the biggest dilemma for most talented players who don't get to play for a top club, hence the need to look for a team that can help them achieve that dream at the expense of loyalty. While a player can not switch national teams once they turned out for one, they can, however, afford the luxury of switching clubs once their talents speak for them on the field of play. Currently ranked in the top 3 brackets of the best defensive midfield players in the English premier lea
Nigeria’s Former Best Player In Africa Recalls Source Of Marriage Bliss
By Femi Fasetire A former African Women’s Footballer of The Year, Mercy Akide has revealed the source of the happiness, blessings and bliss she is enjoying in her marriage, as she recalled how her lovely smile helped her hook ace journalist, Colin Udoh, to whom she has been married for 16 years. ^Mercy Akide-Udoh and her family While affirming that single year of her married life has been filled with blessings, pleasure and comfort, the former Super Falcons’ top striker acknowledged how her natural char
'The result is 'fake'' - Super Eagles coach confident Iwobi will play against Lesotho in Lagos
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are absolutely buzzing right now.The confidence and fanfare in the camp is one of the best we've seen in recent times.
Rohr believes Ex-Arsenal star will be available against Lesotho despite tested positive to Covid-19
According to the report from ESPN Journalist Colin Udoh via his verified Twitter handle on Sunday evening, he said Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach Gernot Rohr believed former Arsenal football club of England star Alex Iwobi will be available for selection on Tuesday evening, when the Nigeria national team
Ovie Ejaria: NFF President Pinnick Confirms Liverpool Star Has Committed to Nigeria
The president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Amaju Pinnick has confirmed that Liverpool loanee Ovie Ejaria has shown his readiness to play for Nigeria. Ejaria who was born to Nigerian parents in England trained with the Golden Eaglets in 2013 but, failed to make the squad that won the U17 Fifa World Cup in United Aram Emirates that year. Former Super Eagles media officer Colin Udoh had earlier stated that a source hinted him that Ejaria has committed to Nigeria, adding that, paperwork was already
Yobo: I Will Bring Experience, Motivation To Super Eagles
Joseph Yobo says he will bring experience, motivation and inspiration to the Super Eagles, reports Yobo, a former captain of the three-time African champions was appointed assistant coach by the Nigeria Football Federation in February. The former Everton defender took the place of Imama Amapakabo in the Super Eagles coaching set up. “I am bringing back that motivation. As a former captain, I’m bringing inspiration. I’ve been there and I’ve done it all,”Yobo declared in a live instagram chat with
'I Didn't Play Regularly In The Club' - Hoffenheim's Kevin On Why He Rejected Nigeria 3 Years Ago
Hoffenheim central defender Kevin Akpoguma has claimed that he turned down the chance to represent Nigeria at the 2018 World Cup because he wasn't playing regularly for his Bundesliga club and was battling to overcome serious injuries. Having said that, the fact is that the former Germany U20 captain enjoyed a breakout 2017-2018 and that was the reason manager Gernot Rohr approached him in the first place, with 17 starts to his name in the German top-flight while making five appearances off the bench. Akpoguma