Author: Lukman Ogunwolu

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Semi Finals)

The World Cup fever is upon us all; we are down to the final four nations at this tournament. For the first time in history, we have a World Cup semifinal without Brazil, Germany, Italy or Argentina. This is the new reality we have to deal with. Host Russia saw their World Cup dream end… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Semi Finals)

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Quarter Finals)

What we have witnessed since the start of this tournament is the exact reason why there is simply no competition like the FIFA World Cup. It is the tournament that just keep giving. Spain were the biggest casualty of the last round while Japan produced a performance of a life time in Rostov-On-Don. We are… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Quarter Finals)

VAR System; has it been helpful at the FIFA World Cup?

The 2018 FIFA World Cup is the first major international football to use the new video refereeing system VAR (Video Assistant Referee). The system is football’s first attempt at using video technology to aid in refereeing decisions. The idea is to help the on-field official make the right call – and stop them making a… Continue reading VAR System; has it been helpful at the FIFA World Cup?

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Round of 16 Part 2)

What we have witnessed since the start of this tournament is the exact reason why there is simply no competition like the FIFA World Cup. It is the tournament that just keep giving, where pretenders are separated from contenders. Yesterday, Argentina and Portugal were eliminated from the tournament by France and Uruguay in thrilling matches.… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Round of 16 Part 2)

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Round of 16 Part 1)

What we have witnessed since the start of this tournament is the exact reason why there is simply no competition like the FIFA World Cup. It is the tournament that just keep giving, where pretenders are separated from contenders. At the end of this round, eight more teams will have their hopes dashed and be… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (Round of 16 Part 1)

Diary of a Super Eagles fan and his experience in Russia

The Super Eagles of Nigeria came, saw but did not conquer at the 21st edition of the FIFA World Cup which is the sixth appearance for the football loving nation at the global tournament. The West African country has missed just one of the last seven World Cup finals and in last five appearances, the… Continue reading Diary of a Super Eagles fan and his experience in Russia

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 3B)

The 21st edition of the FIFA World Cup has been filled with top quality football and goals. 97 goals have been scored in 36 matches, we are yet to witness a scoreless game so far. For the neutrals, the excitement has been worthwhile. Host Russia have led the pack scoring eight goals in two games,… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 3B)

2018 FIFA World Cup Match Day 2 Round Up

Match-day 2 kicked in Saint Petersburg with Russia taking on Egypt expected to provided a sterner test for the host than Saudi Arabia. Egypt narrowly lost their opening game and were in need of a result to stay alive in the competition. Russia turned the game on its head, blew Egypt away with three second… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Match Day 2 Round Up

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 3A)

The 21st edition of the FIFA World Cup has been filled with top quality football and goals. 85 goals have been scored in 32 matches, we are yet to witness a scoreless game so far. For the neutrals, the excitement has been worthwhile. Host Russia have led the pack scoring eight goals in two games,… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 3A)

Will the Super Eagles progress beyond the Group phase?

Prior to the World Cup, the enthusiasm within the team’s camp and preparation were excellent except results from warm up games en-route the Mundial. Nigeria’s jersey stood out as the most attractive and most sought after in the market when Nike put it out on sale, the attire worn by the team to the World… Continue reading Will the Super Eagles progress beyond the Group phase?

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 2)

A total of 38 goals were scored in 16 matches across eight groups in Match-Day 1 at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. It has been a mixed bag of result and performances across board especially for African teams who have struggled to impress. Defending champions Germany suffered a surprise defeat while South American giants Argentina… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 2)

2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 1)

The 21st edition of the FIFA World Cup kick offs today with all participating teams motivated for their opening group match. The first game is important for every team as it usually sets the tone and helps towards achieving the first objective which is qualification to the Round of 16. Here is our preview of… Continue reading 2018 FIFA World Cup Preview – (First Round, Match-Day 1)