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Ex-Sunshine Stars’ captains charge players to rediscover form
Ex-Sunshine Stars’ captains charge players to rediscover form
Former Sunshine Stars skippers on Tuesday charged the crop of current players to rediscover their form and return the team to the top of the table in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
The former skippers who gave the advice at the team’s camp in Akure, urged them to put pressure aside and enjoy their games to get results.
Godfrey Oboabona, a former Captain of Sunshine Stars and Africa Cup of Nations winner, while addressing the players, urged them to follow the coach’s instructions and put in extra efforts to get the desired result.
Oboabona, who captained Sunshine Stars for seven years, said fans were improving with their behaviour because, during his time as captain, they would not go near the stadium after they might have drawn or lost any match in Akure.
He used the opportunity to urge the players to do their best to make everyone happy, saying,” Sunshine is ours”.
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“You have to play well, listen to your coach, players build coaches and coaches build players, things are better now, those times we played, it was not easy, we wouldn’t even come to train the next day if we played draw.
“The remaining matches are very important, all the matches are important. No pressure, play your game and enjoy your game, when you enjoy your game, you will win,” he said.
Also speaking, Ndidi Oloye, who captained Sunshine Stars from 1998 to 2003, urged the players to put their minds to the next games and concentrate.
” I want you to put your mind to the game, don’t lose concentration, put all your efforts, let’s concentrate so that we are going to be happy,” he said
Other skippers present at the event are; Taiwo Abulatan Taiwo (2002-2004); Idowu Kayode (2003-2005) and Kayode Emmanuel (1996-1997).
The Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Bamidele Ologunloluwa, appreciated all the former skippers of the club for cheering the players ahead of the upcoming games.
Ologunloluwa said the performance of the players in the last two matches, despite losing, was encouraging and would be great to win at least the next two matches.
The commissioner said the management of the team was solidly behind the team and they should turn what they felt was pressure to wins to make their supporters happy.
”They (fans) believe that you can do it, Sunshine Stars management is with you, make us laugh. I am using this to challenge both coaches and players that you deserve to win.
“Make us laugh, am using this to challenge both coaches and players that you deserve to win,” he said.
Sunshine Stars Captain, Abe Sunday appreciated the commissioner and former captains, assuring that the players would perform well in the upcoming matches.
Ex-Sunshine Stars’ captains charge players to rediscover form
WAFU Qualifiers: Mailantarki Care FC beat Nigeria’s Flying Eagles 1-0
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles …
The Nigeria National team U-20 (Flying Eagles) suffered a defeat in the hands of Mailantarki Care FC in one of its series of preparatory games on Wednesday in Abuja.
The reigning Champions of the 2024 International Youth Championship in Denmark (Dana Cup) produced an all-around performance against the Nigeria National team outfit, the Flying Eagles at the FIFA Goal Project pitch of the MKO Abiola Stadium.
Coach Aliyu Zubairu’s U-20 team began preparation last week ahead of the upcoming WAFU Championship scheduled in Togo, where the representatives of the zone in the 2025 U-20 nations cup will emerge.
Sensational wing wizard Miko Dalha scored the only goal of the game following a delightful footwork before smashing into the near post before the break.
The host could have equalized from the spot deep into the game just for Mailantarki goalie Abbati Muhammed to punch away the penalty kick. However, the Flying Eagles defeated Water FC 1-nil in its first game courtesy of Bayelsa United forward Rabiu Abdullahi.
Cristiano Ronaldo Criticizes Man United Manager Erik ten Hag’s Leadership
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has openly criticized Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag for his approach since taking over the club.
Speaking on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, the Al-Nassr star voiced his frustrations over Ten Hag’s management style and mentality as the United boss.
Ronaldo, who spent two spells at Manchester United, emphasized the need for the club to have a winning mindset. “As a Manchester United coach, you cannot say you’re not going to fight to win the League or Champions League. Even if you don’t have the potential, you must try,” Ronaldo stated.
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While acknowledging that the appointment of the Dutch manager was a step in the right direction, Ronaldo suggested that Ten Hag needs to listen more to former players and club legends to rebuild the club effectively. “People like Rio [Ferdinand], Roy Keane, Paul Scholes, and Sir Alex Ferguson understand the club and how to handle players. Their experience is crucial for the club’s improvement,” Ronaldo added.
Since Ten Hag’s tenure began, Manchester United has seen mixed results, including a third and eighth-place finish in the Premier League and victories in the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
However, Ronaldo’s second spell at Old Trafford ended on a sour note following a public falling-out with Ten Hag, which led to the termination of his contract. Ronaldo later expressed feeling “betrayed” by the Dutch manager.
Ronaldo remains a United icon, having scored 145 goals in 326 appearances and won nine trophies with the club across his two stints.
Eguavoen Eyes Victory as Super Eagles Arrive in Kigali for AFCON Qualifier
Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence in his squad’s “momentum” as they prepare for Tuesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.
Eguavoen praised the team’s mindset following their dominant 3-0 win over Benin Republic in Uyo, stating that the players are eager to maintain their winning form. “We have the right mentality now, and the mood in camp is excellent. Everyone is focused on securing the three points against Rwanda to stay on top of the table,” he said.
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The Nigerian delegation, including 23 players and officials led by NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, arrived in Kigali on Sunday afternoon ahead of Monday’s training session. Team captain William Ekong emphasized the team’s determination, saying, “Our goal is simple – get the three points. We know Rwanda will be tough, but we are prepared to give our best from the start.”
The Super Eagles face a Rwanda team that earned a 1-1 draw against Libya in their opening match. Tuesday’s game will kick off at 3 p.m. local time (2 p.m. Nigeria time).
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