Victor Ikpeba reflects on Congo’s well-deserved victory over Nigeria
Victor Ikpeba, a former Nigerian international, believes the Democratic Republic of Congo earned their 4-3 win on penalties over the...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Don’t stop until you secure World Cup qualification – Nigeria president Bola Tinubu to players
President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged the Super Eagles to maintain momentum and remain focused on the ultimate...
Nabil Djellit criticizes Marc Brys and Samuel Eto’o after Cameroon’s playoff exit
Algerian journalist Nabil Djellit sharply criticized Cameroon’s leadership following their 1–0 loss to DR Congo in the African World Cup...
Marc Brys calls for calm after Cameroon’s late World Cup exit
Marc Brys addressed Cameroon’s exit from the 2026 World Cup race after his side lost 1–0 to DR Congo in...
Cameroon’s World Cup dream ends in stoppage time against DR Congo
Cameroon’s 2026 World Cup ambitions suffered a cruel blow as they fell 1-0 to DR Congo in the CAF playoff...
Nigeria to face DR Congo without Wilfried Ndidi in playoff final
Nigeria will be without Wilfried Ndidi for Sunday’s African playoff final against DR Congo, following an accumulation of yellow cards...
2026 World Cup playoff: DR Congo stuns Cameroon in last-gasp victory to set up final against Nigeria
DR Congo booked their place in the 2026 World Cup African playoff final after a tense 1-0 victory over Cameroon...
Nigeria to face D.R. Congo in final of African Playoffs for 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday
D.R Congo have booked their place in the final of the 2026 World Cup African Playoffs after securing a narrow...
Former Burkina Faso star Alain Traore tips Gabon to upset Nigeria in World Cup playoff
Former Burkina Faso international Alain Traore has backed Gabon to upset Nigeria in the 2026 World Cup playoff on Thursday....