Editor-In-Chief SportsDay Newspapers, Ben Alaiya Is Dead
Ben Alaiya, a one-time Press Officer for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, has passed on. Alaiya was the Editor-in-Chief of SportsDay Newspapers. ABN TV understands that the sports journalist died in his village in Benin. The cause of his death or when he died is still unclear as of the time of publishing this report. Reacting to Alaiya’s death, Aloy Chukwuemeka, the Director of...
Why FIFA Must Prioritize Players Welfare – Gernot Rohr
Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr wants the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) to Prioritize players’ welfare as the footballers already have a long list of tournaments they participate in, including the Africa Cup of Nations. He made this known on the backdrop of the need for the World Cup to be organized every two years by some countries in the...
Joe Cole Questions Benitez Position At Everton
Former Liverpool midfielder Joe Cole has questioned the position of Everton manager Rafa Benitez after last night’s 4-1 derby defeat. Everton fans – who showed their ire towards the players during Sunday’s defeat at Brentford – were seen leaving Goodison Park after just 20 minutes of the derby, therefore missing Demarai Gray’s strike in the 38th minute. “I feel Rafael Benitez...
AFCON 2021: Kanu Nwankwo Reveals Country That Will Win Trophy After Nigeria Defeat Egypt
Former captain of Nigeria national team, Kanu Nwankwo has tipped the current squad to go all the way and win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. The Super Eagles began their quest for a fourth title in the best possible way, with a 1-0 win over favourites Egypt on Tuesday. Kelechi Iheanacho netted an outstanding winner in the 30th...
2021 AFCON: Awoniyi Promises Better Performance Against Sudan
Taiwo Awoniyi hopes to put up a better performance in Nigeria’s second Group D game against Sudan at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. Awoniyi was picked to lead the attack in Nigeria ‘s first game against Egypt ahead of Umar Sadiq and Peter Olayinka. The forward was however criticised by many for his performance in the encounter which...
“There Is No Small Team” – Simon Tells Super Eagles Not To Underrate Sudan
Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has told his teammates they must not get complacent when they face Sudan in their second Group D game at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. The Super Eagles opened their campaign in the competition with a 1-0 win against seven-time champions Egypt on Tuesday. The West Africans will do battle with Sudan on...
AFCON 2021: “How Super Eagles Should Approach Game Against Sudan” –Aghahowa
Former Nigeria international Julius Aghahowa has advised the Super Eagles to approach their second 2021 AFCON group game against Sudan exactly the way they did against Egypt. The Eagles were impressive in their opening game against Egypt and deservedly won 1-0 thanks to a Kelechi Iheanacho’s wonder strike. They will now take on Sudan in their next fixture on Saturday and...
AFCON 2021: Why Super Eagles Will Emerge Champions – Gyan
Former Black Stars of Ghana forward, Asamoah Gyan has disclosed that the Super Eagles stand the chance of winning the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. Gyan made this known during the AFCON coverage on Supersports, where he was a guest. He noted that Nigeria’s 1-0 win over Egypt, shows the determination and fighting spirit within the squad. “Yes, as of today Nigeria...
Piolo Behind My Wonderful Performance At AC Milan – Hernandez
AC Milan fullback Theo Hernandez says working with coach Stefano Pioli has transformed him on and off the pitch. Theo is in his second season with the Rossonero. “At Real Madrid, I lacked the confidence to play more loose and drive forward but at Milan, I’ve got it,” Theo told TribalFootball. READ ALSO: Super Eagles Focused On Winning Fourth AFCON Title –...
Put AFCON Behind, Focus On World Cup Qualification – Ex-Super Eagles Coach
Former Super Eagles’ Chief Coach, Christian Chukwu, has urged the Super Eagles to move on with future national assignments after crashing out of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Chukwu told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Enugu on Tuesday that the Super Eagles should put the AFCON competition behind them and focus on qualification for the World...
