National Team News

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up for an exciting double header of friendly matches against the Black Stars of Ghana and the Eagles of Mali, scheduled to take place in March in Marrakech, Morocco. This announcement comes from the Nigeria Football Federation NFF Communications Department, marking a significant moment in the team’s preparations. […]

William Ekong, the stand in captain of the Super Eagles, has publicly acknowledged the teammates who played a pivotal role in persuading him not to retire from the national team ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. The defender, who plays for PAOK in Greece, had contemplated ending his international

In a striking display of confidence and skill, 17 year old Nigerian striker Charles Agada has set the stage for an electrifying performance at the upcoming 2023 African Games. Following his remarkable achievement of scoring eight goals at the Viareggio Cup, including a hat trick against the Fiorentina youth team, Agada has been promoted to

Following Jose Peseiro’s announcement of his departure as the head coach of the Nigerian senior national team, the search for his successor has become a focal point in Nigerian football. Jose Peseiro who has made it official through his X handle is no longer in charge as the Super Eagles head coach. A coalition of

As the Nigeria Football Federation NFF deliberates on the future leadership of the Super Eagles following Jose Peseiro’s contract expiration, a prominent team member has voiced scepticism about the suitability of indigenous coaches for the role. Peseiro, who led the team to their best Africa Cup of Nations finish in 11 years, has yet to

Following Jose Peseiro’s decision to step down as the head coach of the Super Eagles due to a disagreement over wages, the Nigeria Football Federation NFF has appointed Austine Eguavoen as the interim coach. Eguavoen, who currently serves as the technical director of the NFF, will take charge of the national team, potentially leading them

In a surprising turn of events, Jose Peseiro has announced his departure from the role of head coach for the Super Eagles. The announcement came directly from the Portuguese coach through a statement on his X handle this Friday, marking the end of his tenure with Nigeria’s national football team. Peseiro’s exit comes after a

In a significant announcement for Nigerian football, Daniel Daga is set to lead a contingent of seasoned players to the All Africa Games in Ghana, marking a pivotal moment for the Flying Eagles. Daga, a 17 year old defensive midfielder whose skills have been honed at NPFL champions Enyimba, is among five players with prior

In a heartwarming ceremony at the Government House in Lafia, Nasarawa State’s Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule made a significant financial award to Olatunji Baruwa, the Super Eagles goalkeeper coach who played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s journey to the silver medal at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON. Baruwa, who hails from Osun State,

Prince Davidson Owumi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, has extended his congratulations to Enyimba International FC’s goalkeeper Ojo Olorunleke and Stanley Nwabali for their commendable representation of the domestic league in the Super Eagles during the recent AFCON 2023 in Cote d’Ivoire. Despite the Super Eagles’ narrow 2-1 defeat