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Ameobi won't be disciplined by Nigeria

January 9, 2013
By Kristna Heneage
The Nigerian Football Federation has confirmed that no action will be taken against Newcastle United striker Shola Ameobi for opting out of the African Cup of Nations.

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The 31-year-old made his international debut for the Super Eagles in November and was named in coach Stephen Keshi's 32-man preliminary squad for the tournament. Speaking in December, Newcastle boss Alan Pardew confirmed ...

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