Tag: Super eagles
FIFA Petition: DR Congo slams Nigeria, calls them ‘bad losers’
They stated that if a team fails to win on the pitch, it should not attempt to secure victory through…
How Buhari bypassed NFF, directly paid Super Eagles’ 2018 World Cup bonuses – Mikel
Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, has said he contacted the office of late President Muhammadu Buhari to ensure…
Morocco 2025: Egypt’s Pharaohs edge Super Eagles 2-1 in tough duel
The Pharaohs of Egypt edged the Super Eagles 2-1 in an international friendly played at the Cairo Stadium on Tuesday,…
Morocco 2025: Akinsanmiro shocked by Super Eagles AFCON call-up
Speaking to NFF TV from the Super Eagles’ training camp in Cairo, the uncapped midfielder said he could not believe…
Breaking: Nigeria’s World Cup hopes revived as DR Congo face player eligibility probe
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has launched a probe into the eligibility of several DR Congo players used during the…
AFCON 2025 Group C Preview: Super Eagles brace for Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania test
Group C of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations promises drama, quality football and compelling storylines as Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda…
Super Eagles Squad grows to 22 ahead of Egypt friendly
“The friendly will help the technical crew assess team shape and readiness ahead of the AFCON challenge,” Efoghe said.
AFCON 2025 Countdown: Onuachu, Lookman arrive as Super Eagles camp bubbles with 20 players
Twelve players have arrived at the Super Eagles camp in Egypt as preparations begin for the 2025 Africa Cup of…
Morocco 2025: Super Eagles battle Pharaohs in Cairo friendly
Pharaohs, who are the only country to have achieved three consecutive triumphs (2006-2010), have to negotiate things with 1996 hosts…
AFCON 2025: NFF launches ‘Naija 4 The Win Campaign’ ahead of opening ceremony
The passion, energy, and unwavering support of the Nigerian people remain a vital force behind the team’s quest for success.
Onazi predicts another AFCON triumph for Nigeria
Former Nigeria international Ogenyi Onazi says he believes the Super Eagles can win their fourth Africa Cup of Nations title…
AFCON 2025: Shock returns, fresh faces as Chelle names 28- man Super Eagles squad
Forwards: Ademola Lookman (Atalanta BC, Italy); Samuel Chukwueze (Fulham FC, England); Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray FC, Turkey); Simon Moses (Paris FC,…
AFCON 2025: Troost Ekong’s replacement in Super Eagles identified
Marseille legend Mamadou Niang has endorsed Fulham defender Calvin Bassey as the ideal player to replace William Troost-Ekong at the…
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles face goalkeeping uncertainty as Nwabali battles injury
Nigeria’s number one goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, is currently trying to recover from ankle and hand injuries before the Africa Cup…
Why Troost-Ekong retired on the eve of AFCON— Iwobi Speaks
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has explained why team captain William Troost-Ekong surprisingly retired from Nigeria’s national team.
AFCON Countdown: Nigeria considers skipping Egypt camp over cancelled friendly
weighs its options, fans and football analysts are closely watching the NFF’s next move, hoping that the preparation strategy does…
Super Eagles’ Ola Aina ruled out of AFCON 2025
The 30-year-old recently returned to training after a hamstring injury sustained during international duty with Nigeria in September. However, Dyche…
AFCON 2025: Chelle calls up Ekong, Osimhen, 52 Others in Super Eagles provisional squad
Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, defenders Zaidu Sanusi, Calvin Bassey and Semi Ajayi, midfielders Frank Onyeka, Alex Iwobi and Raphael Onyedika, and…
AFCON 2025: NFF orders Chelle to deliver semi-final ticket
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has told Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, that the team must reach at least…
AFCON 2025: NFF gives Eric Chelle deadline to submit Super Eagles list
CAF rules require all countries taking part in AFCON to submit their final squad 10 days before the tournament begins.
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles tipped to win tournament
He expressed sadness that Ghana failed to qualify for AFCON 2025 but said he was comforted that the team still…
FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles ranked 5th in Africa, 38th in the world
For Nigeria, the rise in the standings provides a small boost as the team prepares for the Africa Cup of…
Super Eagles captain, Troost Ekong set to retire
For now, Troost-Ekong has not made an official announcement, but his comments after the Congo game have raised concerns among…
Playoffs Fallout : NFF apologises to Tinubu, Nigerians
Nigeria is a nation of strength and hope. Just as we rise from every challenge, the Super Eagles will rise…
Tinubu reacts to Super Eagles’ painful loss to Congo
"We must now plug all the loopholes. Our football administrators, players, and indeed all stakeholders must go back to the…
Nigerians roast Chelle over ‘voodoo’ claim after Eagles defeat to DR Congo
After the match, coach Éric Chelle claimed a DR Congo official “did some voodoo” during the shootout, suggesting it affected…
Peter Obi reacts to Super Eagles’ crash out of qualification for World Cup
The Super Eagles lost 3-2 to DR Congo during penalty shootout to lose the chance of proceeding to the next…
2026 playoffs: Super Eagles to earn $50,000 per goal against DR Congo
This special reward is meant to motivate the players as they try to take Nigeria one step closer to qualifying…
Flashback: The unforgettable matches between Nigeria, DR Congo
With both teams set to face off again, the history shows a rivalry filled with drama, goals, and unforgettable moments…
2026 FIFA World Cup Play-off Final: Ekong says Eagles will be up to Leopards’ challenge
Chelle has all his 24 players available for selection, including Iwobi who will be winning his 91st cap and Simon Moses…