“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...
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Atalanta to demand up to €60 million for Galatasaray target Ademola Lookman
Italian Serie A outfit Atalanta are open to the transfer of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman amid interest from Galatasaray. Galatasaray...
Nigeria president Bola Tinubu urges support for Super Eagles despite World Cup qualification failure
President of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rallied support for the Super Eagles despite failing to secure qualification to the...
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...
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...
Super Eagles loss should not be blamed on Voodoo – Former Nigerian defender Ifeanyi Udeze
Former Nigerian defender Ifeanyi Udeze has firmly rejected claims that voodoo played a role in the Super Eagles’ recent defeat...
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...
Galatasaray ready to splash €40 million bid for Nigeria star Ademola Lookman
Galatasaray have rekindled their interest in signing Nigeria international Ademola Lookman from Serie A outfit Atalanta. Lookman, who plies his...
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...
Marquinhos names favorites for 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
After Brazil’s victory against Senegal, Paris Saint-Germain defender Marquinhos shared his insights on the teams likely to shine at the...
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...
“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...
Nigeria turn attention to 2025 AFCON after World Cup qualification heartbreak
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are turning their attention to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following heartbreak in...
Nigeria fail to qualify for World Cup for a second consecutive time
Nigeria’s hopes of returning to football’s biggest stage have once again been dashed after the Super Eagles failed to secure...
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...
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...
Nigerian legend Nwankwo Kanu has thrown his full support behind the Super Eagles ahead of their clash against D.R Congo...
Nigeria’s Mutiu Adepoju hails coach Eric Chelle’s bold gamble in accepting Super Eagles job
Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has praised Eric Chelle for accepting the Super Eagles coaching job in a crucial...