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Iheanacho ruled out of Nigeria’s squad after final fitness test fails

Iheanacho ruled out of Nigeria’s squad after final fitness test fails

Kelechi Iheanacho will miss out on a place in the Super Eagles squad for the forthcoming World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon National Football Team in Morocco after his final chance to demonstrate fitness to coach Eric Chelle came to nothing. The Celtic striker, who transferred from Sevilla F.C. earlier this season, was already absent […]

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Oshoala, Ijamilusi and Six Others Arrive for Super Falcons’ Camp Ahead of Benin Clash

Oshoala, Ijamilusi and Six Others Arrive for Super Falcons’ Camp Ahead of Benin Clash

Six-time African Women’s Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala and defender Folashade Ijamilusi were among eight players who arrived early at the Super Falcons training camp in Lomé, Togo, as the squad prepares for their **2026 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier first-leg match against the Benin Women’s National Football Team. The Nigeria camp

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Super Eagles Climb Four Spots to 41st in Latest FIFA Rankings

Super Eagles Climb Four Spots to 41st in Latest FIFA Rankings

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have risen four places to 41st in the world and now rank fifth in Africa, according to the latest FIFA men’s world rankings. The jump follows emphatic qualifying wins in their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign a 2-1 victory over Lesotho and a 4-0 rout of Benin Republic. Across Africa, Morocco remain the

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Osimhen Stars as Nigeria Crushes Benin 4–0 to Reach Playoffs

Osimhen Stars as Nigeria Crushes Benin 4–0 to Reach Playoffs

Nigeria produced a statement performance, defeating Benin 4–0 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo and booking a spot in the playoff phase of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Victor Osimhen spearheaded the victory with a commanding hat-trick. He opened the scoring in the 3rd minute from a Samuel Chukwueze assist, doubled the

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Super Eagles Prepare to Host Cheetahs in Uyo Clash with High Stakes

Super Eagles Prepare to Host Cheetahs in Uyo Clash with High Stakes

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are gearing up for a critical AFCON 2025 qualifier against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in Uyo. Coach Austin “Cerezo” Eguavoen has signalled his intent to start the campaign with authority and insists his side will not be complacent despite being favourites. Ahead of the match, the Nigeria Football Federation has released

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Akor Adams Vows to Do His Bit as Super Eagles Chase World Cup Spot

Akor Adams Vows to Do His Bit as Super Eagles Chase World Cup Spot

Super Eagles newcomer Akor Adams has declared his commitment to contributing all he can to the national side as Nigeria pursues qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With two matches remaining in the qualifiers, the Super Eagles will face Lesotho away this Friday and then host Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday. After eight

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Benjamin Frederick Joins 18‑Man Super Eagles Camp Ahead of WCQ Duels

Benjamin Frederick Joins 18‑Man Super Eagles Camp Ahead of WCQ Duels

A fresh boost has come into the Super Eagles’ preparatory camp as defender Benjamin Frederick arrived in Polokwane, South Africa ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers. His arrival was confirmed by the team’s media officer, Promise Efoghe, bringing the total number of players in camp to 18. Before Frederick’s inclusion, the squad already featured

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Zaidu Sanusi Recalled to Super Eagles as Injuries Force Defensive Shakeup

Zaidu Sanusi Recalled to Super Eagles as Injuries Force Defensive Shakeup

Defensive reinforcements are coming for the Super Eagles left-back Zaidu Sanusi has been recalled to the squad ahead of the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin, as injuries among the defence force the coaching staff into changes. Sanusi, who had been sidelined since February 2024 due to an ACL injury, resumed

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Eric Chelle Boosts Super Eagles in Crucial World Cup Qualifiers

Eric Chelle Boosts Super Eagles in Crucial World Cup Qualifiers

Newly appointed Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has injected freshness and urgency into Nigeria’s squad as they prepare for must win World Cup qualifying fixtures. Nigeria finds itself in a precarious position in their qualifying group, making the upcoming matches effectively do or die. Chelle’s approach reportedly emphasises high intensity, tighter defensive structure, and more

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Akpom Reaffirms Desire to Play for Super Eagles

Akpom Reaffirms Desire to Play for Super Eagles

Former Arsenal and Ajax forward Chuba Akpom has reiterated his ambition to represent Nigeria at senior level, despite previously playing for England’s youth teams. Akpom, who is currently on loan at Ipswich Town, says he has completed the necessary paperwork for a Nigerian passport and is in contact with Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle. Akpom,

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