2026 WCQ: Cameroon, Gabon, Nigeria and DR Congo, who will claim the final playoff spot
Four of Africa’s football heavyweights—Cameroon, Gabon, Nigeria, and DR Congo—are set to clash for a chance to reach the intercontinental...
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2026 WCQ Playoff: NFF President Musa Gusau backs Super Eagles to overcome Gabon on Thursday
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has expressed strong belief in the Super Eagles’ ability to secure...
2026 WCQ Playoff: Augustine Eguavoen criticises Super Eagles over timing of strike ahead of Gabon clash
Former Super Eagles coach and current NFF Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, has criticised the timing of the players’ recent strike...
2026 WCQ Playoff: Gabon coach Mouyouma praises Aubameyang’s leadership and dedication ahead of Nigeria showdown
Gabon head coach Thierry Mouyouma has showered praise on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, describing him as the greatest footballer the country has...
Deco eyes Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as the key to Barcelona’s next great attack
FC Barcelona are weighing a bold move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as sporting director Deco looks to rejuvenate the...
Nigeria players resume training after bonus dispute is resolved
The Nigeria national football team has returned to training just in time for their crucial World Cup qualifier playoff against...
Atletico Madrid revive interest in Ademola Lookman; begin talks to sign Nigerian star
Atlético Madrid have reignited their pursuit of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman and have reportedly opened talks with his representatives over...
Shooting Stars defender Samuel Okon undergoes successful surgery in Nigeria
Shooting Stars defender Samuel Okon has undergone a successful surgery following an injury setback at the weekend in the Nigeria...
World Cup playoff: Super Eagles seek swift resolution of bonus dispute ahead of Gabon clash
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong says the Super Eagles are hopeful that issues surrounding their bonus payments will be resolved swiftly...
Top Nigerian politician Peter Obi slams government over unpaid Super Eagles bonuses
Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at the federal government over unpaid bonuses to the Super...
We are not afraid of Nigeria – Gabon coach Thierry Mouyouma ahead of World Cup playoff
Head coach of Gabon Thierry Mouyouma says his outfit are not afraid of Nigeria ahead of the crucial 2026 World...
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong breaks silence over unpaid bonuses after training boycott
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong has broken his silence amid growing tension surrounding the Super Eagles team ahead of their key...
Luis Enrique dismisses PSG move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has reportedly ruled out any pursuit of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, despite growing speculation linking...
Gabon coach Thierry Mouyouma embraces underdog role but remains confident against Nigeria
Gabon national team coach Thierry Mouyouma has acknowledged that his squad will enter the World Cup playoffs as underdogs against...
Our confidence is high ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs – Nigerian winger Alex Iwobi
Alex Iwobi says Nigeria’s Super Eagles are feeling upbeat ahead of the critical 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs. The squad...
Alex Iwobi addresses viral hotel video and stresses focus ahead of Super Eagles World Cup qualifier
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has spoken out about a video that went viral showing what many fans thought was...
Nigeria’s Falconets thump Ghana 3-0 to win 2025 WAFU B U20 Girls Cup
The Falconets of Nigeria have won the 2025 WAFU B U20 Girls Cup after thumping Ghana’s Black Princesses 3-0 in...
‘He’s such a great man’ – Alex Iwobi praise Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle
Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi has lauded Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle for his leadership and the positive impact he...
NFF working to resolve Super Eagles bonus impasse amid training boycott
Officials of the Nigerian football Federation (NFF) are working to get Super Eagles players to return to training amid Tuesday’s...
I hope to be back soon – Nigeria star Nathan Tella opens up on injury recovery
Nigeria international Nathan Tella has revealed progress in his recovery from injury and hopes for a return to action as...