National Team News

After initial hesitation, Augustine Eguavoen is now fully motivated to make the most of his temporary role as Super Eagles coach and prove his critics wrong. The Nigerian Football Federation NFF has thrown its full support behind the technical director, despite his earlier reluctance to return for a fourth stint as head coach. Eguavoen’s appointment […]

The Flying Eagles are set to bolster their squad by bringing in several Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL stars, following a series of unconvincing performances from the current team, which mainly consists of academy players. Under new coach Aliyu Zubairu, the team has had mixed results in training camp, defeating non league side Water FC

Speculation has been circulating regarding the international future of Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo, with reports suggesting that he has committed to representing Nigeria over his birth country, England. However, sources close to the situation indicate that these reports are premature, as the player has not been contacted to clarify his international intentions. The 26 year

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is reportedly reducing the bonuses and allowances of the Super Eagles’ backroom staff, along with those of other national teams. A committee composed of key NFF Executive Committee members recently reviewed the earnings of these staff members during national duties. This initiative is part of a broader cost-saving strategy by

The dates for the highly anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Libya have been confirmed. The first match will take place on October 11 in Uyo, Nigeria, with the second leg scheduled for October 15 in Tripoli, Libya. Nigeria’s Super Eagles currently top Group D with

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have maintained their 39th position in the latest FIFA rankings, following a strong start in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifying campaign. Despite this, they have dropped one spot in the African rankings, now sitting sixth in the continental standings. Under caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen, the three-time African

Super Eagles captain, William Troost Ekong, has expressed confidence that his team will secure qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with two decisive victories against Libya. Ekong highlighted that the team sits at the top of their group, following a commanding 3-0 win over Benin Republic and a goalless draw against Rwanda. Reflecting

Randy Waldrum, the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has resigned, citing his wife’s health issues as the primary reason. In a letter dated September 12, 2024, the American coach explained that the decision came after a difficult period following the Paris 2024 Olympics, where his wife’s health became a pressing concern. Waldrum, who took

Nigerians have shared their thoughts on the Super Eagles’ coaching role after Augustine Eguavoen’s recent performance in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers. Eguavoen, who was appointed as the interim coach following Finidi George’s resignation in June, led the team to a 3-0 win against Benin Republic and a goalless draw against Rwanda.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria were held to a disappointing goalless draw by Rwanda in their second match of the 2024 AFCON qualifying campaign. Despite coming off an impressive 3-0 victory against the Benin Republic in Uyo, Austin Eguavoen’s men struggled to break down a resilient Rwandan side in Kigali. Nigeria dominated possession and looked