Uzoho calls on Eagles to make a statement against Libya
Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho has called on his side to "make a statement" and take all three points in Saturday's crunch 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya. The Eagles defeated Seychelles 3-0 in their previous match in the qualifiers, but the Elche goalkeeper has insisted that the hard work ahead of Friday starts now. Libya hold a...
Olarenwaju Kayode wants Eagles recall
Shakhtar Donetsk striker Olarenwaju Kayode has admitted that he is hopeful of winning back his place in Gernot Rohr's Super Eagles squad. The former Austria Wien and Girona forward has not played for the national side since appearing against South Africa last year, but he is confident that he can force his way into Rohr's plans. "I have got to work...
Ahmed Musa: Libya are scared of Super Eagles
Nigeria forward Ahmed Musa has insisted that Libya are "more scared" of Saturday's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between the two nations. Both teams will lock horns at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in a crunch fixture. The Super Eagles, who secured an 3-0 thumping of Seychelles on match-day 2 of the qualifiers, currently sit one point adrift of Group E...
Garba Lawal warns Rohr not to experiment against Libya
Former Nigeria international, Garba Lawal has warned that the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya should not be taken for granted by experimenting with some players this weekend. Libya are on top of the Group E log with four points from two games while Nigeria have three from the same number of matches. In a chat with Sports247.ng,...
Samuel Kalu hopes to start in Uyo
Bordeaux winger Samuel Kalu has said that he hopes to retain his place in Nigeria's starting XI when the Super Eagles face Libya in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Uyo on Saturday. The former KAA Gent youngster who had a lively debut for the Super Eagles in the 3-0 win over Seychelles is now hungry for...
Michael Babatunde Seeks National Team Recall
Wydad Casablanca of Morocco midfielder, Michael Babatunde is seeking a recall to the Super Eagles, as he believes he still has a lot to offer the Nigerian national team. Babatunde, who twinkled brilliantly against Argentina at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, stated in an exclusive interview with sports247.ng that he is still on top of his game. Having watched the...
Ochebo Seeks Support For Handball World Tournament
Sports247.ng can report that Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) president, Samuel Ochebo is seeking support from various circles to aid the country participate at the Handball World Championship. Ochebo disclosed that it took Nigeria 33 years to qualify for a second spot at the World Handball Championship, and urged all stakeholders of the sport not to allow the opportunity slip...
Dalung Flaunt Sports Ministry’s Communication Channels
Minister of youth and sports development, Barrister Solomon Dalung is flaunting what he calls a strong communication channel created by his office to accord officials, stakeholders and athletes better opportunities of cordial interactions. Dalung told sports247.ng that the ministry has deliberately created an easy communication channel among the country's sports administrators, coaches and players for enhanced growth of the sector. He...
30 Taekwondo Coaches Attend Course In Abuja
No fewer than 30 taekwondo coaches are currently participating in a coaching certification seminar organsied in Abuja by Nigeria Taekwondo Federation (NTKF). The course was arranged to opt the coaches up to scratch, ahead of the Korean Ambassador’s Taekwondo Championship, billed for package B of Abuja National Stadium. NTKF technical director, Chima Yagazie Chukwumerije expressed happiness over the turnout of participants...
Dart Federation Swaps Secretariat With Cricket
Nigeria Dart Federation (NDF) and Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) have quickly undertaken an exchange of secretariats, following a directive from the sports ministry. Sports247.ng learnt that the ministry's order was taken on account fo the impact both sporting events have on the country and in the international level. The ministry's inclination was that, since cricket is the more active of both...
