This Sunday, long-standing Confederation of African Football President Issa Hayatou is set to be re-elected into what he says will be a final term in office.

The Cameroonian who has been in office since 1987 is running unopposed after his only rival - Fifa Executive Committee member Jacques Anouma - was barred from standing for office due to some technicalities.

Despite several allegations of corruption that trails Hayatou, the Cameroonian has recorded some achievement during his long tenure some of which includes increasing Africa’s World Cup entries from 2 to 5 teams, creation of new tournaments, increased finances as well as bringing the World Cup to Africa.
Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/caf-president-issa-hayatou-set-to.html

Levante striker, Obafemi Martins has been recalled by Nigeria in a 15-man list of overseas players for this month's 2014 Fifa World Cup qualifying against Kenya.
The 28-year-old forward who has been in the middle of transfer tussles was recalled by Super Eagles head Coach, Keshi after missing out of the squad to the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa.
Eleven of the players that helped Nigeria win the AFCON championship were called except for Spartak Moscow forward Emenike, an injured Emmanuel Emenike has been left out of the World Cup qualifier squad against Kenya, while Obafemi Martins was included in the list
Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/keshi-recalls-obafemi-martins-for-world.html

Former Super Eagles star Nwankwo Kanu has lost a staggering $9m (about N 1.4 billion) to fraudsters.  A top executive of his hotel has been arrested and charged to court.
According to PM News reports, Managing director of Hardley Suites Hotel in Lagos, Ayoola Gam Ikon was arrested and charged to court for the alleged fraud.

Operatives of the Inspector General of Police Monitoring Unit arrested the suspect, Mr. Ikon, for allegedly stealing the sum of N1.4 billion belonging to the hotel owned by Kanu. Also arrested along with him over the alleged fraud is a hotel staff, Oke Samuel.

Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/former-super-eagles-striker-kanu-loses.html

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Mexico in a friendly on May 31 in Houston, Texas, USA.
Following their astounding performance at the 29th Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa which earned them the right to be called African Champions, the new and improved Super Eagles are billed to represent Africa in the Confederations Cup in June, the tournament will be held in Brazil.

Mexico and Nigeria last met in 2007, with the teams playing out a 2-2 draw at Estadio Olimpico Benito Juarez in Chihuahua, Mexico.

Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/upcoming-friendly-nigeria-vs-mexico-on.html

Chelsea FC grabs the No.1 spot away from Barcelona in the International Federation of Football History & Statistics ranking.
Following their recent misfortune-losing to AC Milan in the Champions League and to Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey and La Liga –the Catalan club has lost its lead at the top of the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) Club World Ranking to Chelsea. Following behind in second place is Atlético de Madrid while Bayern München grabs the 3rd position.
Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/barcelona-is-no-longer-best-club-in.html

Ask dem oo, hope they give a N100 million performance.

Nigeria will need over N100 million (about $600,000) for the upcoming 2014 World Cup qualifier against Kenya on March 23. 2013.  The match is slated to be held in Calabar, Nigeria.
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) General Secretary, Musa Amadu, told MTNFootball.com: “It would cost us well over a hundred million to prosecute the game.

"This are not the best of times cash wise for the Federation but we are not relenting in ensuring that all goes well with the Nigeria Kenya WC qualifier.

Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/over-n100-million-needed-for-2014-world.html

Following his recent outburst over fans behavior, Chelsea’s infamous interim Manager Rafa Benitez ended the week on a high note as the Blues won 1-0 over West Bromwich Albion at Stamford Bridge. Demba Ba's first-half goal offered some relief by putting Chelsea in 4th place in the Premier League.

Already, Blues are thinking of a possible replacement for the Spaniard, well not an immediate replacement. According to the Mirror UK, Chelsea FC are  keen on letting Captain, John Terry take his coaching qualification as they hope to have him as Club’s manager in the nearest future.

Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/chelsea-skipper-john-terry-is-being.html

Serena Williams was busted by PGA Tour security for trying to take a picture of Tiger Woods at the Honda Classic on Friday. Williams was in the gallery following Woods's round at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., when she tried to snap a photo of Woods, a PGA Tour no-no.

The no.1 woman in World tennis took a picture of the 14-time major champion after his tee shot on the 17th and was scolded by security. The PGA Tour does not allow photos on competition days.
Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/serena-williams-stopped-from-taking.html

As the Major League Soccer kicks off  its 18th season in few hours, some of the main rumors that chased the kickoff of the season were major transfer moves in some of the major clubs in the league. Obafemi Martins, Robert Earnshaw and Brazilian legend Kaká are just a few of the players reportedly making their way to the MLS this season.

The Seattle Sounders have reportedly been chasing Martins for some time; however, it looks like Obafemi Martins move to MLS side Seattle Sounders may drag longer than expected if not called off as Levante want to keep their top scorer, at least till Monday.

Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/obafemi-martins-mls-move-on-hold-for.html

After his long awaited promise, Delta State Governor, Emmanuel Uduaghan decided to host the Super Eagles for their AFCON performance. Although major parts of the squad were absent at the reception as most of the key players went straight back to their respective clubs, Head Coach Stephen Keshi who is originally from Delta State along with some old and new Super Eagles players were present for the reception.
Former Eagles star,  Okocha and Coach Keshi along with Sunday Mba  took over the stage with the Governor as Nigerian Music star Iyanya performed his smashing hit ‘Kukere’
Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/03/delta-state-governor-emmanuel-uduaghan.html

After a rather slow first half with few chances at either end, Chelsea came back with a fiery touch in the second half as the Blues took the lead 5 minutes after the break when Ramires connected with a pass from Fernado Torres sending the ball in the net with a header. AFCON Champion Victor Moses   doubled the lead for the Blues after excellent build-up play from the substitute Eden Hazard. Moses had a good night as his effort and overall performance for his side team was outstanding all through the night.
Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/02/goals-from-victor-moses-and-eden-hazard.html

Neymar will do well in Barcelona, but will be missed.

Ronaldo was the target of vicious laser attacks during Real Madrid’s 3-1 victory in ongoing Copa del Rey semi-final. Cristiano Ronaldo had to deal with the emerald light that kept shining in his eyes from some of the fans at the Nou Camp. Green lasers repeatedly flicked across the faces of the players, Ronaldo in particular, the faceless fans intensified their attack even more right after Ronaldo scored his second goal of the night in the 57th minute.

source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/2013/02/rivals-barcelona-target-real-madrids.html

Keshi to name squad for World Cup qualifiers next week
Super Eagles head coach Stephen Keshi will release the list of players slated to be in his team for the World Cup qualifier’s clash against Kenya next week, no new player from the NPL will be added said Keshi.

It will be nice to see some of the old faces, but with their recent achievements and status as African Champions, it’s hard to say if Keshi will reconsider his decision of excluding players like Osaze, Martins and Uche.

Source:http://wasaafrica.blogspot.com/