Eguavoen set to be unveiled in Port Harcourt

Former Super Eagles captain and chief coach, Austin Eguavoen will be unveiled this week in Port Harcourt as the new chief coach of Sharks FC.

The gaffer who was shown the exit door by Enyimba of Aba owing to their lethargic performance in last season’s Nigeria Premier League is expected to turn around the fortunes of the team after a not-too-impressive finish in the league last season.

The management of the club are confident that they will be able to recruit good players who will take the team back to the top of the Nigeria Premier League.

Eguavoen replaces Flying Eagles coach, John Obuh.

Sharks finished last season in the seventh position with 52 points.

Super Eagles battle Venezuela

The Nigeria Football Association has confirmed a friendly match between Nigeria's Super Eagles and Venezuela in November.

Although Nigeria have not yet qualified for the upcoming 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, the NFF has already started making arrangements for friendly matches to serve as warm-up for the Super Eagles in preparation for their expected participation in the tournament which will take place in South Africa early next year.

The Super Eagles are expected to face their Venezuelan counterparts on November 14 at the Marlins Park Stadium in Miami in the United States.

Spokesman for the NFA, Ademola Olajire, confirmed the fixture and stated that the match is a great opportunity for the Super Eagles to test themselves against one of the toughest teams from South America.

He however admitted the most important thing for now is the upcoming encounter with Liberia, as qualification for the Nations Cup will increase the turnout of fans in the date with Venezuela. "We need to qualify for South Africa and ensure Nigerians in the United States come out to 'happily' support their beloved side."

Nigeria head into their final qualifying match against Liberia locked in a 2-2 aggregate score from the first leg in Monrovia. The Super Eagles will have to overcome their opponents to not only guarantee their participation in the forthcoming showpiece, but also to salvage their dying reputation and regain the confidence of their fans

Coach Stephen Keshi has already invited 22 home-based players to camp on Sunday ahead of next week's clash with Liberia in Calabar.

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!