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Super Eagles Face Dilemma Ahead of 2023 AFCON, Osayi Kingdom’s Exclusion Raises Questions

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2 years ago

January 10, 2024

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By Adekunle Samuel

As Nigeria prepares for the upcoming 2023 AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire, the Super Eagles find themselves grappling with a significant challenge—the perplexing decision of choosing a first-choice goalkeeper from the trio of Stanley Nwabili, Francis Uzoho, and Olorunleke Ojo. This decision not only holds the potential to shape the team’s fate in the tournament but has also sparked debates among fans and analysts.

Adding to the intrigue is the notable absence of Osayi Kingdom, the current standout goalkeeper for Doma United FC, who boasts an impressive record of 12 clean sheets from 17 matches in the ongoing Nigeria League. The exclusion of the 19-year-old goalkeeper has raised questions about the criteria employed by Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro in selecting goalkeepers, especially at a time when the team’s goalkeeping department Sfaces challenges.

Osayi Kingdom, born on June 3, 2004, expressed his belief in a recent media chat, that his time with the Super Eagles would come at the right moment. Despite the disappointment of not making the current squad, he remains optimistic about his future prospects with the national team. Having commenced his football journey at the age of 16 during the 2017/2018 season with Heartland FC, he moved on a free transfer to Giant Brllers in the 2019/2020 season.

Subsequently, in the 2020/2021 season, he made another free transfer, this time to Mountain of Fire and Miracle FC (MFM), before joining Doma United in the ongoing 2023/2024 season.
As the Super Eagles navigate the challenging decision of selecting their first-choice goalkeeper, the exclusion of Osayi Kingdom adds a layer of complexity to the situation. Fans and football enthusiasts await further insights into the coach’s decision-making process and anticipate how this goalkeeping dilemma will unfold during the 2023 AFCON tournament.

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FA Cup Fifth Round Draw Produces string of blockbuster fixtures

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5 days ago

February 17, 2026

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By Samuel Adeola

The 2025/26 FA Cup fifth round draw has produced a string of blockbuster fixtures, with several Premier League heavyweights set to face off as the race to Wembley intensifies.

Newcastle United will host defending champions Manchester City in one of the standout ties of the round, while Wolverhampton Wanderers welcome Liverpool in another high profile clash expected to draw major attention.

Arsenal were handed an away trip to lower league side Mansfield Town, while Chelsea travel to face Wrexham in what could prove a tricky encounter.

Elsewhere, Fulham host Southampton in an all Premier League tie, while West Ham United will play either Macclesfield or Brentford depending on the outcome of their replay.

Leeds United will face Norwich City, while Sunderland await the winner between Port Vale and Bristol City.

With big clubs colliding and underdogs hoping for historic upsets, the fifth round is expected to deliver fresh drama and excitement across England.

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Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea Cruise as Mansfield Shock Burnley in FA Cup

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1 week ago

February 15, 2026

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By Samuel Adeola

Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea all booked their places in the next round of the FA Cup on Saturday, while Burnley suffered a shock exit at home.

City eased past Salford City 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium, with an early own goal setting the tone before Marc Guéhi sealed the win.

Chelsea were dominant in a 4-0 rout of Hull City, inspired by Pedro Neto’s hat-trick, while Liverpool defeated Brighton 3-0 at Anfield, with Mohamed Salah leading the charge.

West Ham United needed extra time to beat Burton Albion 1-0, thanks to a late strike from Crysencio Summerville.

However, the biggest upset came at Turf Moor, where Mansfield Town fought back from behind to stun Burnley 2-1 and knock the Premier League side out of the competition.