Connect with us

Sports

2014 W/Cup Qualifier: S’Eagles Set For Demolition Job On Malawi

Published

on

The Super Eagles look de
termined to scale the final hurdle to the final qualifying stage for the 2014 World Cup as they face the Flames of Malawi in one of the final Group F matches tomorrow.
The match scheduled for the U.J Esuene Stadium, Calabar has already elicited robust debate and raised tension between the two teams.
Already, the Malawian team led by Nigerian reject, sainflait,  has raised the stakes with his mind games and the declaration that his wards can beat Eagles in Nigeria.
But most of the Super Eagles players have promised to give the visitors a hiding when hostilities begin tomorrow.
According to keeper Vicent Enyeama, Nnamdi Oduamadi and Ogenyi Onazi, Nigeria will beat Malawi comprehensively in the match to silence the visitors once and for all.
Interestingly, the commitment and confidence level of the players show that they mean business with the way they reported to camp and have trained indicate that they are all on the same page as far as the mission of qualifying for the final road is concerned.
Now, despite all the tasks, Coach Stephen keshi and his players must remain focused  and over confidence must not be allowed to creep into the Eagles’ game, as the flames will obviously come with a tactic to catch them off guard.
Keshi at the moment seems to have fast moved out an efficient squad and he must find the right combination of players to deliver the goals tomorrow.
Nigeria leads group F with nine points while Malawi is second with eight. The Eagles only need to avoid defeat to scale through while Malawi must win to advance.
One thing is sure though, the Super Eagle must not aim for draw in the match, they have the fire power to douse the Flames.
According to former Super Eagles goalkeeper, it’s a crucial encounter, but then, we cannot write off the superior power of the Eagles. I believe we are more technically gifted than the Flames and we must make that reflect in our plan come tomorrow. I am optimistic we’ll win” he said.
The Super Eagles will not be short of support as millions of Nigerians will be cheering them on both live and on television as soon as they step out at the U.J Esuene Stadium, where they have not let a match.

Continue Reading

Sports

RSG Pledges To Develop  Baseball 

Published

on

Rivers State Government has pledged to provide training pitch for Baseball in the State.
The Director of Sports in Rivers State Sports Council, Obia Inyengiyikabo made pledge on Tuesday in an interview with sports journalists shortly after the five days Intensive Capacity Development Course For Baseball Coaches.
Inyengiyikabo said the State Government has given priority to sport development.
” Yes we are happy for the five days Intensive Capacity development programme for baseball coaches in Nigeria.Sure by the grace of God the Governor of the  State Sir Siminialayi Fubara will provide Baseball pitch.
” This  programme, I am sure will be an eye opener for our youth to fall in love with the game. I appreciate the Global Sports Partners for finding Rivers State worthy host the  programme”,  Inyengiyikabo stated.
Meanwhile the Director of Global Sports Partner’s Coach Justin Rhondes from United States of America ( USA) expressed joy for the turnout.
He stated that seeing the coaches and players impressive turnout was  indication the game was popular in Nigeria.
” We Global Sports Partners, our key word is partner, so for us we are ready to come back to Nigeria any time.
“The  few days we have stayed  Coaches and players has benefited a lot from the programme”, he said.
Kiadum Edookor
 

 

Continue Reading

Sports

CAFCL : Rivers United Arrives DR Congo

Published

on

Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt contingent, comprising players, technical crew, backroom staff, and officials,  depart the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos State on Wednesday, bound for Kinshasa, DR Congo. 

 

The team is set to face FC Les Aigles du Congo in the first-round first-leg match of the CAF Champions League.

 

This was contained in a press release signed by the media officer of the club, Charles Mayuku and made available to Tidesports on Wednesday.

 

He said that the highly anticipated match is scheduled to take place at the 80,000-capacity Kinshasa-Complexe Omnisports Stade des Martyrs on morrow with kickoff slated for 3:30pm. 

 

According to the statement the encounter marks the first-ever meeting between both sides in any competition, adding that an air of excitement and unpredictability to the fixture.

 

“As the Pride of Nigeria embarks on this crucial journey, the team is determined to return with a decent result that will set them up favorably for the second leg on Sunday, 28th September” the statement said.

 

 

Continue Reading

Sports

FIFA rankings: S’Eagles drop Position, remain sixth in Africa

Published

on

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped one place in the latest FIFA World Rankings, falling from 44th to 45th globally while maintaining sixth position on the African continent.

The new rankings, released via FIFA’s official X handle on Thursday, reflect the team’s continued struggles under Coach Eric Chelle amid a stuttering 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

This marks a second consecutive decline after the Nigerian side dropped from 43rd to 44th in August on the back of poor outings in recent international matches.

Despite Nigeria’s setback, several African teams made progress. Morocco remains the continent’s highest-ranked side, sitting 11th in the world after winning eight of their last nine matches. Senegal, Egypt, Algeria and Côte d’Ivoire complete Africa’s top five.

Lesotho slipped to 153rd place, while Benin Republic, Nigeria’s upcoming opponent, climbed to 93rd. South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, who held the Super Eagles to a 1-1 draw in June, rose to 55th, strengthening their bid for World Cup qualification.

Zimbabwe had the biggest slide down the ranking table, dropping nine places to 125th position in the world.

The rankings highlight Nigeria’s struggle to regain form on the global stage as key rivals continue to surge ahead.

Similarly, the Super Falcons of Nigeria remain 36th best in the world], while the Spanish female national team replaced the USA at the top of the women’s ranking.

 

 

Continue Reading

Trending