National Team News

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is facing a tough decision over whether to include Maduka Okoye in the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The Udinese goalkeeper has been out of action since December 7 due to a hand injury, and although he is expected to […]

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has officially invited David Stockbrink, an 18 year old forward from Fortuna Sittard, to join the Flying Eagles squad ahead of the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers in Côte d’Ivoire. Born in Germany to a Nigerian mother from Delta State, Stockbrink has expressed his strong desire to

Zimbabwe’s head coach Michael Nees has boldly declared that his team is capable of defeating the Super Eagles when both sides meet in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on March 25 in Uyo. Despite sitting at the bottom of Group C with just two points, Nees believes Nigeria is vulnerable and can be

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has been named in the provisional squad for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, a decision that has divided fans and analysts. While some supporters celebrate his return, others question whether he still has the competitive edge to contribute effectively at the international level. Critics

Sevilla striker Jerome Akor, Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers, and Bayer Leverkusen winger Nathan Tella have been included in the Super Eagles’ provisional 39 man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe later this month. This will be the first set of matches under new Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle,

A mystery goalkeeper from the NPFL has been named in the Super Eagles’ 23 man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. While the Nigeria Football Federation NFF has yet to confirm his identity, reports suggest that the candidate will serve as Nigeria’s third choice goalkeeper, behind Stanley Nwabali

Ivory Coast’s U-20 national team responded emphatically to their first leg defeat by securing a commanding 2-0 victory over Nigeria’s Flying Eagles in the second leg of their international friendly at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny. After suffering a 2-0 loss to Nigeria in the opening match, the Young Elephants came out determined, displaying greater

Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle faces a major defensive setback ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe following Semi Ajayi’s injury. The West Bromwich Albion center back, who has been a key figure in Nigeria’s defence, has been ruled out after suffering a recurrence of a previous injury. With Ajayi

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have been hit with minor injury concerns ahead of their second friendly match against Ivory Coast’s U20 team, with Bidemi Amole and Nasiru Salihu missing the final training session due to knocks. Both players sustained minor injuries during the first game, which Nigeria won 2-0, and were rested as a precaution. The

Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has shared his thoughts following Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Ivory Coast’s Young Elephants in their first pre-U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON friendly match. Goals from captain Daniel Bamayi and Divine Oliseh in the second half secured the win, providing a confidence boost as the team prepares for the