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‘Not What You Think’ — Iwobi clears air on viral Super Eagles hotel video
Officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are yet to issue an official statement, but sources within the camp insist…
World Cup Playoffs: How we’ll play against Super Eagles – Gabon coach, Mouyouma
Speaking before the game, Mouyouma said Gabon’s goal is to control the match and dominate the midfield.
2026 World Cup Playoff: Super Eagles arrive in Morocco
As of Sunday evening, seven players have reported to camp as preparations intensify for the decisive encounter. The early arrivals…
2026 FIFA World Cup Playoffs: Chelle picks Ekong, Osimhen, 21 others for big battles
Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has also included 89-cap midfielder Alex Iwobi, exciting young defender Benjamin Fredericks, midfielders Frank…
World Cup Play Offs: Rohr predicts winner of Nigeria Vs Gabon
According to him, the Super Eagles have shown significant improvement under their current setup and are capable of reaching the…
World Cup Playoffs: Chelle, NFF conclude plans as CAF confirms VAR use
Meanwhile, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) will be used during the…
Super Eagles to play Egypt in AFCON 2025 warm-up match
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face the Pharaohs of Egypt in a friendly game ahead of the 2025 Africa…
Play Offs: What Super Eagles will do differently to be at the World Cup – Coach Chelle
Nigeria missed out on automatic qualification after finishing second behind South Africa but now have another opportunity to book their…
African Play Offs: Super Eagles hit Morocco November 9
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) will soon announce the stadiums for the matches, which will decide Africa’s representative in…
‘I wish Nigeria won’t qualify for 2026 World Cup’ – South African Minister
South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has openly said that he does not want the Super…
Ten scorers, one dream: Super Eagles’ dramatic road to 2026 World Cup play-offs
The lanky marksman netted six times – in the process taking his Nigerian tally to 29 in 44 matches, only…
Super Eagles soar to 41st in FIFA Rankings, 5th in Africa
Nigeria’s current position, up four places from 45th to 41st, reflects a significant gain of 11.6 points (1,495.46 from 1,483.86),…
Super Eagles’ U.S. friendlies in jeopardy as playoff dates clash
The cancellation of the U.S. friendlies will allow the Super Eagles to concentrate fully on preparation and recovery ahead of…
Super Eagles, Pharaoh named best attacking teams in Africa
Zimbabwe, who failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will face Egypt, South Africa, and Angola in the…
Ekong: We’re happy to be in the play-offs and we’ll give it our best shot
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
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
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
“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
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
Osimhen opened the scoring just three minutes into the encounter, latching onto a clever pass from Samuel Chukwueze before doubling…
Update: Osimhen bags hat-trick as Super Eagles dominate Benin Republic
Nigeria’s star striker, Victor Osimhen, was in sensational form on Tuesday as he netted a brilliant hat-trick to fire the…
Super Eagles vs Benin: Starting XI revealed, fresh twist up front
Nigeria’s Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has announced his starting eleven for the decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier…
WCQ: Online fever builds as Nigerians brace for Eagles-Benin battle
Nigerians have flooded social media with mixed emotions, prayers, and pointed criticism as the Super Eagles prepare to take on…
2026 WCQ: What the cheetahs are banking on to shock Super Eagles in Uyo – Gernot Rohr
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
Their 17 points and two-point cushion at the top means they will live their dream if they secure a point…
Nigeria Vs Benin Republic: Eric Chelle bars media as Super Eagles train behind closed doors
The training session took place at the practice pitch of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, where the team…
Super Eagles overcome travel drama, begin countdown to World Cup decider
The team arrived at the Obong Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo on Sunday morning at 8:05 a.m. after a…
W/Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles finally arrive in Uyo after mid-air scare
The flight had resumed normally but was forced to return to Luanda just 25 minutes later after a loud crack…
Super Eagles still stranded in Luanda as Benin arrive early in Uyo for 2026 WCQ battle
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are still stranded in Luanda while their opponent Benin Republic arrived in Uyo, the Akwa…
Cracked aircraft windscreen delays Super Eagles’ arrival
The Super Eagles’ trip to Uyo took a dramatic twist on Saturday after the aircraft conveying the team suffered a…