Tag: FIFA
FIFA U-20 World Cup: Nigeria’s Flying Eagles land in Chile for group F assignment
Flying Eagles arrived in the city of Talca on Thursday afternoon ahead of their participation in this year’s FIFA U20…
FIFA, CAF join NFF workshop on future statute reforms
The NFF reaffirms its commitment to working closely with its General Assembly Members, as well as with FIFA and CAF,…
FIFA 2026 WCQ: Advantage for South Africa as Zimbabwe loses bid to play home game in Botswana
Zimbabwe has been playing its “home” games in South Africa because none of its stadiums meet FIFA standards. Facing South…
2026 WCQ: Permutations, calculations in Super Eagles’ group as FIFA probes South Africa
The development could have far-reaching consequences for Bafana Bafana, as a possible deduction of three points and three goals may…
Relief for Nigeria as FIFA opens case against South Africa
Nigeria’s hopes of making the 2026 FIFA World Cup have received an unexpected boost after world football governing body FIFA…
Ineligible player: Setback for Super Eagles as FIFA clears South Africa
Although other teams have faced sanctions during this qualifying campaign, the case involving South Africa drew particular attention in Africa…
Ineligible Player: CAS upholds FIFA’s 3 points deduction on Equatorial Guinea, South Africa sweats
The twin controversies underline FIFA’s hard stance on player eligibility, with disciplinary rulings threatening to reshape Africa’s road to the…
Ineligible Player: South Africa not yet cleared – NFF
But NFF’s Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that they have not received any…
2026 World Cup Qualifying: 17 countries confirm spots (Full list)
Of the countries on the radar, Australia remains the only nation yet to confirm qualification. The Socceroos are still fighting…
Drogba, Akide join FIFA’s global anti-racism squad
African football legends Didier Drogba and Mercy Akide have been named in FIFA’s new 16-member anti-racism panel, tasked with tackling…
Las Vegas to host key event in countdown to 2026 World Cup
National teams will find out who their opponents will be, as well as where and when their first matches will…
From 1994 to today: Esangbedo’s First Time FIFA World Cup Episodes captures Nigeria’s World Cup journey
The May 2025 release arrives at a time of growing national concern, as Nigeria’s Super Eagles face an uphill task…
FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles slip to 44th in the world, 5th in Africa
Despite the slight drop in ranking, optimism remains high among fans and analysts who believe that with improved tactical organization,…
FIFA decision could be Nigeria’s last chance to qualify for 2026 World Cup – Ahmed Musa
The reason for the potential cancellation is that Lesotho reportedly fielded two players who had already received yellow cards and…
FIFA Club World Cup: Palmeiras edge Botafogo, set up Club World Cup quarter-final clash with Chelsea
Femi Fabunmi Two teams have secured their places in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The first…