Mikel Obi Says “Thank You” to Police for Father’s Rescue

Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has expressed his gratitude to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for their role in rescuing his father who was kidnapped. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mikel revealed after the 2018 FIFA World Cup that his father was abducted before Nigeria’s last group stage match against Argentina in…

South Korean Players May be Forced to Complete Military Service after #WorldCup

Despite South Korea win and eventual exit of defending Champions Germany in the Russia 2018 World Cup, the Korean players may face a likely ” punishment” of completing the military service exercise. The players have received the overwhelming sympathy of the Korean public, with many feeling squad members face being “punished” for failing to reach…

#WorldCup Clash #NGAARG Nigeria vs Argentina: Nigerian Celebrities in Russia to Support Super Eagles

Several Nigerian celebrities including musicians Banky Wellington, Timi Dakolo and Oritsefemi are currently in St. Petersburg, Russia ahead of the Nigeria-Argentina game scheduled for Tuesday evening. Reports have it that the award winning director of ‘The Wedding Party’, Kemi Adetiba and television presenter Bolanle Olukanni are also among celebrities lined up to cheer the Super…

These Could be Tie-Breakers for #WorldCup Russia 2018 Groups

With the group stages now well underway at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, the Competition is entering a crucial phase where teams begin to seal progression to the knockout rounds. But what happens if your side finishes level on points with somebody else? How are the final placings in the groups determined? Here are…

Ahmed Musa is on a Mission as Super Eagles Face Argentina

It was the end of June in Porto Alegre, when Lionel Messi bagged a brace in Argentina’s group match win at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. La Albiceleste won 3-2 against Nigeria, who still made it through to the Round of 16 despite that defeat. And both of the Super Eagles’ goals that day came…

#POLSEN Senegal’s Teranga Lions Roar, As Africa Gets First Win at Russia 2018

Senegal have recorded the first African win at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, beating Poland 2-1 at the Spartak Stadium in Moscow. It evoked memories of their most recent World Cup campaign – their debut 16 years ago – in which they defeated holders France in Seoul in their opening match. The Poles are…

Elneny Optimistic: We have no Option Other Than to Win

Mohamed Elneny is currently one of the standout players in Hector Cuper’s squad, but the Egyptian midfielder had major personal obstacles to overcome before making it to Russia. The Arsenal man suffered a ligament injury in April, but his recuperation was swift enough to get him back on the pitch. The midfielder put in a…

Fourth Loss, First Goal for Africa, as Tunisia Go Down Against England

England snatched victory in the dying moments of their opening fixture against Tunisia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia at the Volgograd Arena. Tunisia is the fourth African country to lose its game in the ongoing tournament. Immediately establishing a firm hold on their encounter, Gareth Southgate’s team created a series of excellent chances…

#WorldCup Super Subs See Russia to Victory Against Saudi Arabia

Hosts Russia could not have wished for a better start to their own FIFA World Cup following their resounding 5-0 victory over Saudi Arabia. Iury Gazinsky scored the first goal of Russia 2018 with a firmly-placed header, before substitute Denis Cheryshev – who replaced the injured Alan Dzagoev – scored the second before the break….

FIFA #WorldCup Calculating Russia 2018’s #ToughestGroups

As the FIFA World Cup kicks off tomorrow, analysts and fans will try to calculate who emerges victorious in the Toughest Groups in Russia 2018. A look at what FIFA pulled together as strength and weaknesses GROUP A Average Ranking: 49 Uruguay (14) Egypt (45) Saudi Arabia (67) Russia (70) Due partly to their lack…