IS MIKEL OBI ON STEPHEN KESHI'S LIST?

Stephen Keshi

There are speculations that Nigerian Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi may not include Chelsea’s Mikel Obi in his list of players playing in the 2013 Nations Cup qualifier in Rwanda.

Though Mikel has resumed training after seven weeks out with a muscle problem, the coach insisted that only fit players will be involved in the game.
“It’s very simple only fit players would be invited now. We have three major qualifiers, there is CHAN 2012, AFCON 2013 and the World Cup qualifiers, so we are just building and everyone would get a chance but right now only fit players will be invited”.

“My list will consist of only players who are in action every week.”

With this statement, would Mikel who has been absent in his club for weeks be included in Keshi’s list?
On whether Blackburn Rovers striker, Yakubu Aiyegbeni who has been given a back seat after he missed a sitter against South Korea at the 2010 World Cup would also feature, he said that, “There was no time I said Aiyegbeni was on my list. But if he makes it to the list, that means he deserves to be there,” said the coach.

However, those who top the list of call-ups include Vincent Enyeama, Joseph Yobo, Osaze Odemwingie, Obinna Nsofor, Efe Ambrose, Ike Uche, Taye Taiwo, Joel Obi, Brown Ideye, Ekigho Ehiosun and Austin Ejide.

Source: MTN football

EAGLES GET SHOCKING RULE FROM STEPHEN KESHI

Stephen Keshi

Stephen Keshi is serious about this and Eagles have to stick to it. Addressing Super Eagles on tuesday February 7, 2012, Super Eagles coach, Stephen Kesi has placed a ban on European trials by the players.
The former Eagles captain said the trial issue has been affecting the building of a strong national team as players stroll in and out of camp to embark on trials in Europe and other parts of the world.
He however advised players who have the intention of going for trials in foreign clubs in the next 60 days to leave the camp so he can’t invite replacements.
I’m distracted everytime players walk up to me and ask for permission to travel that has to stop now. Those who want to travel can come and I will pray for them, its no quarrel”
He stated further that he feels insulted each time players travel for trials and sometimes return without success, “If we train players here and they make the national team such players don’t need trials in Europe to be engaged by top clubs“.
Citing Ghanaian Legend, Abedi Pele who after unsuccessful trial attempts in france was trailed back to Ghana by another club who saw him play in a trial game, he said, “if you are good enough, clubs in Europe will come down here to sign you instead of you exposing yourself to health risks. European managers know my pedigree, if I tell them any player is good such player will be signed on.

SUPER EAGLES GET NEW RULE

Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi has instructed some members of the Super Eagles to stop wearing earrings as such trend doesn't portray good morals and ethics, he however added that any player who flouts his orders would be dropped from the team.
"If we were Indians, I would understand, because it's part of their culture but wearing ear rings by men is alien to Nigeria and no player is permitted here to wear them."
The implication however is that the likes of Osaze Odemwingie, Joseph Yobo, Obafemi Martins, Dele Adeleye, Victor Anichebe, Chibuzor Okonkwo to mention will have to dance to his tune.

MIKEL COULD BE DROPPED FROM NATIONAL TEAM.

Taking cues from his gaffe during the Nigeria/Argentina international friendly in Dhakar which saw lionel Messi robbing him off the ball and passing to Higuain who scored and his recent performance during the Chelsea/Liverpool match, Chris Green, Chairman technical committe, Nigeria Football Federation has asked Chelsea midfielder, John Mikel to be mindful of his football errors or face being sent out of the national team.
Speaking further on his absence during the two friendlies against Botswana and Zambia, only to play for his club side four days later, Chris Green said that he wouldn’t interfere in the case, he would rather allow the Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi make decisions.
Source: Complete Sports

SANI KAITA WOOS KESHI FOR RETURN

The name Sani kaita, easily rings bell in the ears of football loving Nigerians, it would be recalled that the Ukraine-based midfielder got a red card against Nigeria and Greece match at the 2010 world cup in South Africa, and thus changed the entire game. The erstwhile Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia consequently removed him from the National team.
Speaking in a recent interview, Keita stated that he is worming his way into the team and has spoken to New Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi for a comeback.
"I can't wait to return to the Super Eagles to continue where I stopped. I've been playing week in, week out for my club for several months now and I know that based on current form, I merit a return to the national team." He concluded.Source: Thisday

OBAFEMI MARTINS VISITS RUSSIAN ORPHANAGE, PROMISES TO SCORE FOR KESHI

In honour of his mother and brother who passed on in 2008 and 2011 respectively, Super Eagles striker, Obafemi Martins, visited and donated gifts to a Russian orphanage, orictoritak on Saturday, 12th November 2011.
The Rubin Kazan player who promised to visit Nigerian orphanages in December and also set up a foundation in honour of his late brother lauded the performance of the Super Eagles in the match against Botswana.
The 27 year-old winger enjoined Nigerians to be patient with the new Super Eagles coach, Steven Keshi as well as believe in the team whom he said has great strikers. He however promised to score for Steven Keshi if given the opportunity.
Source: Complete Sports

SIASIA APPEARS AT STEPHEN KESHI'S UNVEILING CEREMONY, GIVES HIM A GIFT.

Watching ex Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia step into the National Stadiun Abuja venue of the unveiling of his successor, Stephen Keshi drew a lot of surprise from guests who had probably thought he was the last person to grace such.
But Siasia who had earlier withdrawn his lawsuit against NFF attracted rounds of applause when he brought out and handed over an all-green Super Eagles jersey with number four inscribed on it.
The present however is not unconnected to Keshi's number four jersey during his football days in Nigeria. As he takes the mantle of leadership from Siasia, he is expected to help Nigeria qualify for the 2013 African Cup of Nations game.Source: Channels TV

OSAZE ODEMWINGIE RULED OUT OF BOTSWANA CLASH, KESHI LISTS ASSISTANTS.

Osaze Odemwingie, Super Eagles striker has been ruled out of Saturday’s international friendly against Botswana.
The West Brom player who made history last month few months ago for scoring the fastest goal so far in the 2011/2012 English Premier League (EPL) season is nursing a recurring ankle problem.
Steven Keshi, Super Eagles coach stated that as much as he would have loved to see all the players in the match, Osaze has to stay off to recover fully from the injury moreso to be fully fit for the 2013 African Cup of Nations match in January.
He however assured that other players will give their best. Meanwhile he has chosen four assistants to work with him.
1) Sylvanus Okpala
2)Daniel Amokachi
3)Ike Shorunmu
4)Valerie Houadino
Source: The Moment

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