Keshi begs player not to dump Nigeria

Stephen Keshi has asked John Chibuike to be patient and not consider taking up a chance to feature for Sweden.

Rosenborg of Norway star Chibuike has revealed his frustration that he continues to be overlooked by Nigeria and has even now said he would opt for Sweden if approached again.

"After this season, I will look into the matter of my international future, everything for now is still rumour, but I can't resist the opportunity of playing at Brazil 2014 World Cup. If Sweden come, I may have to consider the offer," he revealed.

However, Keshi has said the former Enugu Rangers star is very much in his plans.

“I know of Chibuike in Rosenborg of Norway and I have even spoken to him, telling him his time will come and he will be here with us,” Keshi said.

On the back of impressive displays for BK Hacken in Sweden, the former Enugu Rangers ace caught the eye of several European clubs including one from England before he eventually chose Rosenborg, who feature in this season’s UEFA Europa League.

The 23-year-old who started his career as defender at Rangers, before he was converted to an attacking midfielder at Hacken and now he is a striker for Rosenborg. 

Nsofor dreams Eagles return

Obinna Nsofor has admitted he was disappointed not to be recalled by the Super Eagles but he still believes he has a future with the team.

“I am sad because I want to play for my country every time, but I bear no grudges against anyone.” Nsofor said

 

“I am not the only player who was not called so I am sure there is another time for me to return. I have never seen myself not part of the team even when I am not called, so I am always in touch with the team. I am still a Super Eagles player.”

 

The Lokomotiv Moscow forward last featured for Nigeria in a friendly against Ghana in London in October.

Nsofor will back Nigeria to beat Liberia on October 13 in Calabar to qualify for the 2013 Africa cup of Nations to be staged by South Africa.

“I see us beating Liberia in Calabar. We have all it takes to beat them but the players who are selected for the game should take it with all seriousness because Liberia too will want to win but I don’t see us losing the game.

 

“We want to be at the next Nations Cup after missing out on the last edition. I am wishing the team victory in the game.”

Victor Moses becomes dad

This is surely a great moment for the new Chelsea boy!

Two days after scoring his debut goal for Chelsea against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the League Cup, Victor Moses has announced that his spouse, Brentley has just given birth to his first baby @ 21-years-old.

Moses broke the news today to his more than 45,000 Twitter followers, through his account, expressing delight at his status.

“I am really proud to announce I’m now a dad! Brentley Moses born this morning 3.960kg all healthy thank God! fanx 4 ur support” he tweeted.

The former Wigan attacker, who only completed his dream move to Chelsea this summer for nine million pounds, has also been impressive for his London team.

On Tuesday evening, he was handed his first start at Chelsea in a Capital One League Cup game with Wolverhampton. He rewarded his Coach, Roberto Di Matteo, with a goal for the confidence reposed in him. Chelsea won the game by 6-1.

Chelsea faces a tough test this weekend as they travel to the Emirate to play Arsenal, and it is likely that Moses will be gunning for a goal for his new daughter.

Congrats bro! Scoring both on the pitch and at home!

Efe Ambrose comfortable in new Celtic surroundings

Efe Ambrose feels he has swiftly adjusted to life at Celtic following his summer move from Israel.

The 23-year old centre-back, who joined from FC Ashdod, made his full Bhoys debut in Tuesday night’s Scottish Communities League Cup win over Raith Rovers and he believes that he has settled well into his new surroundings.

"It has not been easy because I had a short time to adapt to being in the team," he said.

"There has been no time to train with the team properly.

"But the feeling I have with them is amazing because they helped me to settle down very fast and so there was no problem.

"It is like a home for me. We are like family here. It is a good place to play football and make myself a better player.

"It is one of the biggest clubs in the world and the history behind this club is great.”

Raheem Lawal in fresh trouble

Raheem Lawal’s contract with Turkish club Adana Demirspor has been put on hold pending his clearance after he was initially declared free by FIFA.

  

It was earlier reported that Lawal has been cleared to play for the Turkish team after he Spanish club Atletico Beleares reportedly owed him.

  

The midfielder’s problems started when he honoured a Super Eagles call against the wishes of his Spanish team Atletico Beleares, who needed him for promotional playoff games, but he instead chose to feature for his country.

  

During the summer transfer, Raheem Lawal signed a lucrative two-year deal with Turkish second division side Adana Demirspor without the approval of his Spanish club.