CONGRATS!! Super Falcons qualifies for the All African Games that will take place in Brazzaville, Congo

 The Super Falcons has trashed Mali 8-0 in the final round, second leg qualifying match of the 2015 All Africa Games billed for Brazzaville, Congo in September. Nigeria's senior women team recorded a heavy 9-1 victory on aggregate against the Malians if both sides matches are put together.

The steady support from the likes of;  Desire Oparanozie, Asisat Oshoala and Francesca Ordega while Evelyn Nwabuoku and substitute Esther Sunday jagged one each to make the fixture a walk in the park for the African champions.

VIDEO: Emenike Had a Taste Of Been "Twitted-at" By his Own Fans, Moved Out of The Field in Anger

Emmanuel Emenike walked out on a match in Turkey over the weekend after racist chants by his own club (Fenerbache) fans were directed at him. He was obviously hurt during Sunday, March 22nd's match against Besiktas after his home fans began to pass twit at him. He removed his shirt and angrily moved towards the bench in either anger i suppose.

His coaches  however pleaded with him to return back to the pitch which he did. Emenike has been lazy in front of goal this season, netting just four times in 22 appearances, He was booed by his club fan before coach Ismail Kartal finally decided to withdraw him.

After the match, a furious Eminike insinuated that he was tired of life in the Thurkish club and wants to go somewhere else where he will be loved.

HURRAY!! Nigeria Wins The African U-20 Championship For The Seventh Time

The resilient Flying Eagles seek a seventh African Youth Championship title in Dakar and of-course have no regret, because they have done Nigeria and the whole of Africa proud by winning the Championship.

This much awaited clash was unveiled as the stage was set for six-time Africa U20 champions, Nigeria and hosts, Senegal to battle it out in the final of the 20th African Youth Championship at the Senegalese football cathedral - the Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor in Dakar.

Bolivian Football Team Cancels Friendly Match With Nigeria Over Fear of Boko Haram

 The Bolivian football Association said "NO" to the international friendly match that was scheduled for 26th March with Nigeria. The match was supposed to hold at the newly built Akwa Ibom International stadium in Uyo state.

At a press conference in Santa Cruz, the president of the Bolivian Football Federation, Carlos Chavez said armed conflicts in Nigeria as well as political tension had forced them to cancel the match 

"The armed conflict in Nigeria and the tense political situation forced the cancellation of the game" Chavez said.

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FIFA Expels Zimbabwe From The 2018 World Cup For Failing To Pay Coach

Zimbabwe has a country has been expelled from the 2018 World Cup due to their failure to pay the former coach Jose Claudinei Georgini. Football's world governing body Fifa said in a statement it had taken the action "as a result of the non-payment of an outstanding debt".

The governing body also added that Zimbabwe's Football Association (Zifa) has failed to make the payments despite a grace period given to them, hence the reason for their suspension. Wow!! see discipline in football.

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Okagbare Slams Jonathan’s Campaign Group For Using Her Image To Campaign

Retiring athlete "Blessing Okagbare" has spoken out against the use of her image and footage by a body said to be working for President Goodluck Jonathan who is also the Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, without seeking her consent.

The advertorial by GoodHouse Nigeria tagged GEJ Okagbare, which has been running on various electronic media in Nigeria and also on Youtube, the athlete said it was wrong for anyone to 
use her image or footage for a presidential campaign without seeking her approval. The PUNCH comfirmed one of such videos on YouTube which expressively had the Commonwealth Games gold medallist in action. The video details achievements made by the government especially around the Nigerian railway system.

Okagbare who confirmed her displeasure over the development via Twitter from her base in Los Angeles, USA, on Thursday said that her attention was drawn to the advertorial by friends and relatives in Nigeria about two months back.

Photos of President Jonathan And Patience Set to Jog in Abuja Tomorrow

I can see a couple at the gym ready for a task ahead, what can this be... smiles!

  While APC is planning a one-million man march in Lagos for tomorrow, presidential spokesperson, Reuben Abati, has announced that tomorrow in Abuja, President Jonathan will be leading a physical training exercise with top government officials, Presidential aides, political associates, leading sports personalities and enthusiasts.

The training exercise, which will start at 7.00 am, will include a long walk from the Presidential Villa, jogging, physical stretches and light aerobics. And will culminate in a solidarity rally for President Jonathan at the Eagle Square organized by the Nigerian sports community.

PHOTOS: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo Plays Football Match To Mark 78th Birthday

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo popularly known as "Baba-Iyabo" played a soccer game today against the Ogun State Executive Team which was led by the Governor, in celebration of his 78th birthday which is meant for tomorrow, 5th of March, 2015.

The soccer game is part of the programmes scheduled to celebrate the former president, having other programs outlined all through the week. Interestingly, the only two goals scored by his team were scored by Baba-Iyabo himself. The game ended 2-1. What a day full of fun for him. See more photos below after the cut..

JUBILATION GALORE!! Chelsea FC Wins "Capital One Cup"

The league cup holds a special place in Chelsea's heart as their fight throughout the tournament has been so consistent. Upon the final match, after 94 minutes of intriguing football, the blues won their first cup in the calendar year as it ended 2-0 against Tottenham Hotspur, Capital One Cup final. 

Captain John Terry believes Chelsea's "massive" Capital One Cup final win over Tottenham could be the start of something special for the Blues this season.

Former World Best Player Bags10 Months Jail-Term For Breaking into his Seized Property

Fabio Cannavaro sentenced to jail

Italy ex-national and Former Juventus FC player "Fabio Cannavaro" has been handed a jail sentence for breaking the police seal at his home.

The ex-Italy international star's villa had been seized as part of a planning abuse investigation, but the 41-year-old breached orders to keep out of his property.

Nigeria's Gollden Eaglets Now Qualifies For The World Cup After Beating Zambia 3:1

National-side football as known for its excitement and fun but full of suspense as the case may be in Nigeria favours the Eaglets one more time as they have been booked for world cup after winning their match against Zambia; which ended "3goals to 1" in the favour of the Eaglets.  

The eaglets Booking their place in the semi-finals of the on-going 2015 African Youth Championship in Niger has done Nigeria a great deal with the tremendous success achieved he-there-to! The team led by Emmanuel Amuneke had beaten hosts Niger in the first game, drew Guinea in the second before the clash on Saturday.

Vlaar Intends Exploring his Transfer Option at The End of the Season

Vlaar during training session

The 30year old Dutch international "Vlaar" has been reported to have told the club of his interest to inquire into his options when his present deal[£40,000 per week] which is meant to lapse at the end of the season expires. 

United boss "Louis Van Gaal" knows all about Vlaar’s strengths after his performances in Brazil at the World Cup last summer and Saints manager Ronald Koeman is reportedly a dare admirer.

Chelsea'S Ivanovic "suarezes" Everton Midfielder & May Have to Face FA Disciplinary Action For Violent Conduct

Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic may be disciplined for violent conduct following Wednesday night's dramatic match victory over Everton. In the aftermath of Gareth Barry's dismissal, the Serbian had James McCarthy in a headlock and appeared to attempt a headbutt in the midfielder's direction.

The Everton boss, Roberto Martinez during a post match interview stated: 

              “If you look at the images Ivanovic’s behaviour is wrong. He grabs him around the neck
               in a forceful manner then puts his head against him when James McCarthy didn’t react
               and if you want to be on top of the laws, that’s a red card"
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Ivory Coast wins the Africa Cup of Nations

                       

The long awaited glorious moment just arrived, the african nations cup final which ended goalless after 120 minutes. Ivory Coast wins the African nation's Cup in grand style via penalty kick-out; as goalkeeper Barry scores dramatic winning penalty in shootout. Ivory Coast win 9-8 on penalties.

The match between these two great sides; the "Black Stars of Ghana and The Elephants of Ivory Coast" has being drawn out of the regular match time into the extra-time and then resulting into penalty kicks. Both sides really tried playing safe game as they will not explore the moment; going out of their shell but rather looking for each other's loop holes. This made the match a boring and lengthy one. 

Well! The Elephants have it this time... Ivory Coast take the Cup; as team adopts a high spirit of jubilation as they celebrate their success of the tournament.

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