National Team News

Out of favour Nigeria international Brown Ideye has raised concerns over the leadership within the current Super Eagles squad. During an X space conversation hosted by The Naija Football Conference on June 22, Ideye criticized the lack of genuine leaders among the players. The former West Brom striker highlighted that experienced players like Kenneth Omeruo […]

The Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national football team, have dropped eight places in the latest FIFA rankings, now positioned at 38th globally. This significant fall is attributed to their poor performances in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, where they drew against South Africa and lost to the Benin Republic. These results have made qualifying for the

Former Nigerian international Peterside Idah has criticized Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for his public rant against Finidi George. The Napoli forward expressed his frustration in an Instagram live video following Finidi’s resignation as the Super Eagles head coach. Osimhen’s comments centered on Finidi’s decision not to allow him to stay with the team in

Finidi George has resigned from his position as the head coach of the Super Eagles. Various sources indicate that Finidi has already submitted his resignation letter to the Nigeria Football Federation NFF. The 53 year old made this decision following the NFF’s move to appoint a foreign technical adviser for the Super Eagles. Finidi, who

Benin Republic defeated the Super Eagles of Nigeria 2-1 in the ongoing 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, marking the first time Nigeria’s senior team has lost to Benin Republic. This result deals a significant blow to Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying campaign. Nigeria began the match positively, with Raphael Onyedika scoring in the 27th minute to give

MTN has thrown its support behind the Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, as they strive to qualify for the upcoming World Cup. The telecommunications giant expressed confidence in the team’s ability to excel and secure a spot in the prestigious tournament. This backing comes at a crucial time as the Super Eagles prepare

Victor Boniface, the Bayer Leverkusen star, did not start for the Super Eagles against South Africa due to not being in great physical condition, according to a top source. Finidi George, the coach, opted for Paul Onuachu to lead the attack instead. The decision caused an uproar among fans, but the source revealed that Boniface

In a 1-1 draw against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on matchday three of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the Super Eagles put up a mixed performance at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Here are the player ratings: The Starters: Stanley Nwabali Goalkeeper: Maintained composure, quick off his lines, but couldn’t prevent the goal.

As matchday three of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers approaches, all eyes are on the highly anticipated clash between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and South Africa’s Bafana Bafana. This crucial match, set to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on June 7, 2024, holds significant importance for the Super Eagles, who

As the Super Eagles prepare for their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa, all eyes are on Samuel Chukwueze. The AC Milan winger, despite recent ankle concerns, demonstrated top form in a closed training session today. Having scored a decisive goal against South Africa in the 2019 AFCON, Chukwueze’s readiness boosts the team’s