Chibuike out to dazzle Rosenborg fans

In-form Nigeria born attacking midfielder John Chibuike says he's ready to give all his best to his new club Rosenborg FC of Norway after completing a three year deal.

The youngster was a successful player in Sweden with BK Hacken since his move in 2009. He has been rated as one of the best export player in the Sweden league last season following his impressive games, and his eight goals in 21 appearance for Hacken is of no doubt the quality of the talent player.

"I have come to stay, to play and to impress the fans,"Chibuike reveal exclusively.

"I thank God for the move, it is a right move for me despite some other offers but choosing to play in Norway after Sweden is a good objective for my career. I know where my games will take me to, and I believe by the grace of God, I will end up  playing in one of the biggest club in Europe after Norway.

"I understand the feeling of the fans, and I wish to give my best to them, not individually but as a team, I will help Rosenborg with the remainder of the season.

Akinsola wait for Dream Team chance

Cardiz CF of Spain winger Kabiru Akinsola has remain patience on his chances of playing for Nigeria U-23 team for the 2012 Olympic qualifiers games to be hosted in Egypt.

The lanky winger penned three year deal with La Liga new boys Granada FC but was loaned out to second division for consistent playing before he will be call back into the team next season, and the former U-17 World Cup winner is adamant of his Nigeria chances in the 2012 Olympic qualifiers.

"I know the calibers of stars in the team, But since am playing week in week out, I think I deserve an invitation to serve my father land. "It's been long I came to play for Nigeria. I am in a new club doing my best at the moment, and i will appreciate the coaches call into the team that will fight for the final ticket to London 2012 Olympic games.

John Chibuike Joins Rosenborg In Norway

After what it could be regarded as a successful season with BK Hacken in Sweden, John Chibuike has joined Norwagian club Rosenborg FC.

The 22-year-old attacking midfielder joined Rosenborg FC on a three-year contract following his impressive games in the colours of BK Hacken.

Chibuike was rated as one of the finest player in the Swedish League this season after scoring a sensational 8 goals in 21 appearance before taking his trade to Norway.

"I'm very happy to be on the move again, I know the future is bright and I believe I have lot to give Rosenborg just like I did in BK Hacken. I'm very happy to be here, I know much about the league and it is almost the same like Sweden. I will be ready to produce my best form.

CHATTO VOWS TO BATTLE MIKEL, AYILA FOR DEFENSIVE ROLE

Sweden-based Nigerian defensive midfielder Dominic Chatto believes he can give compatriots — Mikel Obi and Yusuf Ayila — a run for their money in the Super Eagles if given an invite by coach Samson Siasia.

Chatto, who helped Swedish side BK Hacken, advance in the Europa Cup qualifying stage last week, said he can the break into the Eagles despite the array of stars in the defensive midfield position.

“I know there are lots of good players who play in my position in the national team but that does not mean I cannot prove myself. I think when a player is doing very well for his club, he deserves national recognition too,” Chatto, who was the 2008 Finnish Player of The Year, said.

“I am not saying I am the best for the position but I am doing my best and hope to give my all to help the national team,” he added.

The 26-year-old former Pepsi Academy player was called up for Nigeria’s U-23 squad for the Intercontinental Cup in Malaysia three years ago by Siasia, who was then coach of the team, but didn’t get to play due to injury.

Again, he almost made the team to the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games but was stopped by club duties but now, Chatto has vow to continue giving his best at club level till his dream of playing for Nigeria is realised.

“I won’t give up until I play for my country and I also want to ensure that I give my best at club level especially now that we are playing in the Europa Cup,” he said. 

He added that Super Eagles forward Osaze Odemwingie, who was his teammate in Pepsi Academy, had been giving him the needed encouragement on what it takes to play in the national team.

MONDAY JAMES EYES SUPER EAGLES CALL UP

Hammarby IF of Sweden centre back, Monday James is desperate to prove he has a future in the national team, and is eyeing a reunion with former U-20 coach, Samson Siasia.

The former U-20 ace who proved a lot at the junior level revealed that he's getting closer to a return to the national team, having played at the U-20 World Cup and Beijing Olympic 2008, where the team came second behind Argentina.

The Beijing Olympic star is currently at his peak form and looks certain to solve the problem of Super Eagles back four recently lamented by the coach.

"I'm working extraordinary hard to be at my best every time I'm on the pitch, and one of my aims now is to be part of the Super Eagles team. I have missed a lot in the team even in my club because of my injury and the problem I have with my former coach but I am happy to find back my happiness here.

"I will be glad to get the coach's call any day, I will like him to give me chance to play in his team, I have played under him on two three tournament, and I am happy to impress during the time, but a reunion will be perfect for me.”

However, the Bayelsa born star tasked the Super Eagles coach not to write him off for a place in his team.

"What I can do to make myself available for the national team is to keep giving my best for my club as well as to be determined with the belief that I will get there one day,” he said.

IN-FORM CHIBUIKE WARNS SIASIA WITH A BANG

…AS CHATTO SHINES FOR 90 MINUTES

In-form Nigerian star John Chibuike has send warning note to Samson Siasia for overlooking him in his recently released list for Ghana friendly in London after scoring a fantastic goal that send his club BK Hacken to the next round of Europa Cup qualifiers over Honka who also feature another Nigerian Omagemi Dudu in Finland.

BK Hacken storm Finland with 1-0 home advantage after beating the their opponent in Sweden before finalizing their effort with another victory in ISS Stadion (Vantaa) thanks to Chibuike  42 minutes opener before Forsell seal the victory at 85 minutes  to complete the 3-0 aggregate.

"I am not afraid of who we are playing in the next round, we are battle ready. "We improve everyday and our effort here against Honka has boated our confidence that we can go all the way to play in Europa Cup.

"I am so happy that I make it again at the top games like this, I have been so focus to improve on my games. It is a good thing to score for you my club because they believe in me. 

"Nothing should stop us from playing Europa, I think we have the team. We will continue doing the battle until we are there.

"I was disappointed that Nigeria coaches does not look at what am doing because I am not playing in Spain or England but I will never be discourage over that. I go all the way to score against Honka because I want to prove the coach wrong for not inviting me and I am glad to achieve my aim. I know my best has not come yet.

Dominic Chatto proves a lot in the mid-defence of the BK Hacken's team with good composure on  the ball.

MONDAY JAMES: DON'T RIGHT ME OFF FOR EAGLES!

Hammarby IF of Sweden centre back Monday James is desperate to prove he has a future in the national team, and eyeing a reunion with former U-20 coach, Samson Siasia for Super Eagles shirt.

The former U-20 ace who proves a lot at the junior level reveal that he's getting closer for return into the national team having played at the U-20 World cup and Beijing Olympic 2008 where the team came second behind Argentina.

The Beijing Olympic star is currently at his peak form and look certain to solve the problem of Super Eagles back four recently lamented by the coach.

"I'm working extraordinary hard to be at my best overtime I'm on the pitch, and one of my aim now is to be part of the Super Eagles team. "I have missed a lot in the team even in my club because of my injury and the problem I have with my former coach but I am happy to find back my happiness here.

"I am doing well right now, I play every week and I give my best to impress my coach. "Everything is moving well for me and a return to the national team is my focus.

"I will be glad to get the coach's call any day, I will like him to give me chance to play in his team, I have played under him on two three tournament, and I am happy to impress during the time, but a reunion will be perfect for me.

"I really thank God the way everything is this season, and I will like to continue my fine form to help my team to the topflight. "Yeah, we are on the business, we have what it takes to lift the team. My coach has thank on my experience, the team missed me a lot during my injury and I have put those things behind to concentrate on my career.

However, the Bayelsa born star task the Super Eagles coach not right him off for a place in his team, stressing that he's back and ready to roll in his team.

"What can I do to make myself available for the national team? I think is to keep giving my best for my club as well as to be determined with my faith that I will be there one day.