“A crisis creates the opportunity to dip deep into the reservoirs of our very being, to rise to levels of confidence, strength, and resolve that otherwise we didn’t think we possessed.” ― Jon M. Huntsman Sr., Winners Never Cheat: Even in Difficult Times It is always refreshing to encounter individuals who push ...
Read More »Olympique De Sean earns the bragging rights
The much anticipated FCMB, Corporate & Commercial Banking (CCBG) Bonding Session took place on Saturday July 19, 2014 at the well-kept grounds of the Meadow Hall School, Lekki, Lagos. An occasion designed to nurture a perfect work-life balance in the Division, the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) led by the multi-talented ...
Read More »Die Mannschaft's enduring lesson on Team Spirit
The Brazil 2014 World Cup has come to an end but the stories of the the exploits of key players and teams will continue for years to come. It is no longer news that the German National team “Die Mannschaft” are the current World Champions after overcoming Argentina in a gritty 120 ...
Read More »Die Mannschaft… simply the best
The final match of the 2014 World Cup promises to be an enthralling encounter with the devastating Die Mannschaft, who blew the hosts away 7:1 in the semis, set to face a well organised Argentine side, who is yet to concede a goal in the knock out stages of this ...
Read More »Nerveless Argentina ends Netherlands' run
The second semi final match of the Brazil 2014 World Cup, pitches Netherlands against Argentina. The Argentine side, despite their array of attacking talents have not really impressed in the finals but churned out results through their sheer mental toughness and the ingenuity of their star player; Lionel Messi. Netherlands ...
Read More »Die Mannschaft mauls Brazil right in their backyard
We saw the ugly side of this Brazilian side in their quarter final match, where Fernandinho and company utilised every trick in the book to frustrate James Rodriguez. While the Colombian star survived the fouls, Brazil’s star; Neymar was ruled out of the World Cup through an injury, from a ...
Read More »Krul saves two penalties to propel the Dutch to the semis
The last quarter final match pitches the tricky Dutch team led by Louis Van Gaal against a well organised and inspired Costa Rican side. The experience and skill of the Dutch side makes them favourites to progress ahead of their less fancied opponents. The game started with Netherlands attacking early ...
Read More »Higuain's early goal enough for Argentina to hold off Belgium
The third quarter final match between Argentina and Belgium will feature two teams who have struggled to express themselves throughout the tournament. Argentina have relied on Messi to produce the magic, while Belgium have drawn from their squad depth to break down opponents. One thing we are certain however, is ...
Read More »David Luiz fires Brazil into the semis
The Fortaleza Stadium was a sea of yellow when Colombia took on the host nation; Brazil for the second quarter final match of the 2014 World Cup. Colombia, whose home kit is yellow also, had to don their red away strip as Brazil wore their traditional yellow jersey. The game ...
Read More »Lukaku makes the difference for Belgium
The big news before the second round match between Belgium and USA was that Vincent Kompany, Belgium’s captain passed late fitness tests and made the starting line up. His inspirational leadership would be needed for Belgium to qualify ahead of this well drilled and organised US side.
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