Iconic Nigerian player and manager Keshi dies aged 54

IMAGE: Nigeria's coach Stephen Keshi cheers on his team during their 2014 World Cup round of 16 game against France at the Brasilia national stadium in Brasilia June 30, 2014. Photograph: Ueslei......

World Cup Quote Hanger: 'Messi is from Jupiter'

"There are good calibre players in the Argentina team but Messi is from Jupiter," Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi said. "Messi is one heck of a player," Keshi, whose side joined the South Americans in......

Nigeria seek inspiration from African Nations Cup triumph

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi hopes the momentum from Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Bosnia will set his side on a similar path to that they followed in winning the last African Nations Cup.......

Odemwingie goal ends long Nigeria wait, knocks Bosnia out

Nigeria beat Bosnia 1-0 on Saturday to record their first World Cup finals victory since 1998 and condemn the European team to an early exit in their first appearance at the tournament. Peter......

Lack of patience reason behind Nigerians' downfall

African champions Nigeria blamed impatience for their failure to break down outsiders Iran in a 0-0 draw on Monday that stood out like a sore thumb in an otherwise thrilling World Cup. Iran coach......