“We did everything we could” – Calvin Bassey insists after Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup heartbreak
Calvin Bassey has expressed his disappointment following Nigeria’s painful exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, insisting that the...
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“Defeat to D.R Congo hard to accept” – Samuel Chukwueze reacts to World Cup playoff heartbreak
Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze has reacted to their defeat to D.R Congo in the final of the African playoff for...
French-Congolese midfielder Orel Mangala set for return from ACL injury
France-born Congolese midfielder Orel Mangala is set to return to action at Olympique Lyon. The midfielder saw his loan spell...
Sebastien Desabre praises team spirit after DR Congo’s victory over Nigeria
Democratic Republic of Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre reflected on his team’s dramatic victory over Nigeria in the 2026 FIFA...
NFF apologises to president Tinubu and Nigerians after World Cup playoff setback
The Nigerian Football Federation has officially apologized to president Ahmed Bola Tinubu and Nigerians at large following 2026 World Cup...
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong proud of players despite World Cup playoff setback
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed satisfaction with the performance of his teammates despite World Cup playoff setback. The Super...
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle facing uncertain future after World Cup qualification setback
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle is facing an uncertain future following the sides’ 2026 World Cup qualification setback on Sunday. The...
CAF Champions League: Saint-Éloi Lupopo to host Al-Hilal at Kamalondo Stadium
Saint-Éloi Lupopo have settled on the Kamalondo Stadium as their temporary home ground as they prepare for a historic debut...
DR Congo practiced ‘voodoo’ during World Cup play-off final – Nigeria coach Eric Chelle alleges
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has accused DR Congo technical team and players of practicing “voodoo” during their penalty shootout victory over his...
“Unacceptable!” – Friday Ekpo slams Super Eagles after DR Congo defeat
Former Nigerian international Friday Ekpo has been left in denial following the Super Eagles’ defeat to D.R. Congo in the...
2026 WC Qualifiers: D.R Congo defeat Nigeria 4-3 on penalties to book place in inter-continental playoff
Nigeria’s hopes of advancing to the intercontinental playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a heartbreaking end after...
Alex Iwobi under fire after costly error draws DR Congo level in World Cup playoff
Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying hopes were put under renewed scrutiny after a misplaced pass from Alex Iwobi contributed to DR...
TP Mazembe fans vent frustration as pressure mounts on coach Lamine Ndiaye
TP Mazembe’s stuttering league campaign deepened on Sunday after a goalless draw against AS New Soger, triggering an angry reaction...
2026 World Cup Play-off: Nigeria and DR Congo starting lineups
Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of their decisive meeting in the African...
World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria legend Nwankwo Kanu backs Super Eagles to overcome D.R Congo in African Playoffs final
Nigerian legend Nwankwo Kanu has thrown his full support behind the Super Eagles ahead of their clash against D.R Congo...
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong anticipates tough test against DR Congo in key World Cup playoff final
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong is anticipating a difficult test against DR Congo in the 2026 African World Cup playoff final...
Nigeria players promised $50,000 per goal ahead of decisive World Cup playoff against DR Congo
A high-stake rewards has been introduced to boost Nigeria’s push for the 2026 World Cup qualification as the team gears...
2026 World Cup African Playoffs: Nigeria vs D.R Congo Preview – H2H, Talking Points and Kick Off Time
Nigeria and DR Congo will go head-to-head in Rabat on Sunday, each chasing Africa’s single slot in the inter-confederation play-off...
Sébastien Desabre urges DR Congo to prove their progress in World Cup playoff final against Nigeria
Sébastien Desabre has challenged his DR Congo side to demonstrate their full potential as they prepare to face Nigeria in...
CAF confirms Wilfred Ndidi eligible for Nigeria vs DR Congo playoff
Wilfred Ndidi will be available for Nigeria in Sunday’s decisive 2026 World Cup African playoff final against DR Congo in...