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Ekong: We’re happy to be in the play-offs and we’ll give it our best shot

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Nigeria to the play-off tournament, which precedes the intercontinental play-offs scheduled for Mexico in March next year.

Explained Step by Step: Nigeria’s road from CAF to International play-offs

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

The Super Eagles’ route is simple in structure but ruthless in practice: win two knockout rounds at the African level,…

“I was surprised,” Chelle speaks on Super Eagles’ drubbing of Benin Republic

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 months ago

Super Eagles defeated Benin Republic 4-0 in the tension soaked match played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo,…

Tinubu sends powerful message to Super Eagles after demolishing Benin

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

“The President praises the Super Eagles for the hunger, passion, and determination displayed on the field in Uyo, noting that…

2026 FIFA WCQ: Super Eagles storm into Africa playoffs after win against Benin

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

The three-time African champions knew before kickoff that they would qualify automatically from Group C if they defeated Benin Republic…

Super Eagles Crush Benin but miss out on automatic World Cup qualification

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Osimhen opened the scoring just three minutes into the encounter, latching onto a clever pass from Samuel Chukwueze before doubling…

Breaking: South Africa qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

South Africa have officially booked their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dominant 3–0 victory over Rwanda…

South Africa 3-0 Rwanda: Bafana Bafana cruise towards World Cup qualification

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

South Africa are just minutes away from sealing their long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup after a dominant 3–0…

Update: Osimhen bags hat-trick as Super Eagles dominate Benin Republic

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Nigeria’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, was in sensational form on Tuesday as he netted a brilliant hat-trick to fire the…

Breaking: Osimhen doubles Nigeria’s lead against Benin Republic

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has doubled Nigeria’s lead against Benin Republic in their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.

Osimhen fires Eagles ahead with early goal against Benin

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Nigeria got off to a flying start in their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic, as star…

Super Eagles vs Benin: Starting XI revealed, fresh twist up front

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Nigeria’s Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has announced his starting eleven for the decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier…

Barcelona’s Lewandowski could miss El Clasico

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has picked up a hamstring injury and could miss the much-anticipated clash against Real Madrid later…

World Cup on the Line: Troost-Ekong asks Nigerians to step up

Paul Dada

6 months ago

“We have to be focused. We must give everything. Benin is the only team that has beaten us so far,…

WCQ: Online fever builds as Nigerians brace for Eagles-Benin battle

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Nigerians have flooded social media with mixed emotions, prayers, and pointed criticism as the Super Eagles prepare to take on…

Relief for Super Eagles as Rwanda vows to stop South Africa

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Rwanda, coached by German tactician Torsten Spittler, are looking to bounce back after losing 2–1 to Benin Republic. Earlier in…

Cape Verde make history, clinch first-ever World Cup Ticket

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Rocha Livramento opened the scoring in the 48th minute, setting the tone for a dominant display. Six minutes later, Willy…

2026 WCQ: What the cheetahs are banking on to shock Super Eagles in Uyo – Gernot Rohr

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Rohr, who once coached Nigeria, said his team would remain calm, focused, and composed, even though they expect a difficult…

2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying: Eagles determined to fight for a decent win

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Their 17 points and two-point cushion at the top means they will live their dream if they secure a point…

2026 WCQ: Rohr plots Super Eagles’ fall as Benin chase first-ever World Cup spot

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Former Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, has said that his Benin Republic team — the Cheetahs — are ready to…

2002 World Cup: The deal that cost Sunday Oliseh his place

Michael Adesina

6 months ago

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has opened up about alleged financial injustices that plagued the Nigerian national team during…

Bendel Insurance appoints Boboye as technical manager

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 months ago

"The management of Bendel Insurance FC is optimistic that Coach Boboye’s appointment will usher in a new phase of improved…

NPFL: Shooting Stars speak on attack on players, officials by Kano Pillars’ fans

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 months ago

Shooting Stars Sports Club in its statement strongly condemned the violent attack on its players and officials at the Sani…

We’re sorry – Ahmed Musa begs over attack on 3SC players, officials by Kano Pillars’ fans

Ayorinde Oluokun

6 months ago

Ahmed, a former captain of Nigeria's national team, the Super Eagles, described the behavior of Kano Pillars fans as "unfortunate,…

Kudus fires Ghana past Comoros to seal 2026 World Cup spot

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

However, just two minutes into the second half, star midfielder Mohammed Kudus produced the moment that mattered. The West Ham…

NPFL: Madness in Kano, referee, players flee as fans invade pitch after Shooting Stars’ late equaliser

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

Football stakeholders are now calling for stronger security measures and fan education campaigns to stop such behaviour and protect the…

Zidane opens up on coaching comeback, reveals dream job

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

However, reports suggest that Deschamps could step down after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which might create the perfect opportunity…

Argentina storm into U20 World Cup semi-finals after beating Mexico

Kazeem Ugbodaga

6 months ago

Argentina doubled their advantage in the 56th minute when Juan Villalba’s clever pass found Mateo Silvetti, who cut inside and…

Coco Gauff celebrates with the Wuhan Open trophy

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

I'm going to call JC [her coach Jean-Christophe Faurel] out here; he originally didn't want me to come because I…

Nigeria Vs Benin Republic: Eric Chelle bars media as Super Eagles train behind closed doors

Femi Fabunmi

6 months ago

The training session took place at the practice pitch of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, where the team…

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