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Super Eagles arrive in Kigali ahead of AFCON qualifier against Rwanda

Super Eagles arrive in Kigali ahead of AFCON qualifier against Rwanda

Following their dominant 3-0 win against Benin Republic in the first 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier, the Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face Rwanda in their second qualifier. The match will be played at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM Nigerian time. In their […]

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Osimhen surpasses Aiyegbeni,climbs to 3rd on Nigeria's all time scorers

Osimhen surpasses Aiyegbeni,climbs to 3rd on Nigeria’s all time scorers

Victor Osimhen has solidified his status as one of Nigeria’s greatest footballers by climbing to third on the Super Eagles’ all time top scorers’ list. He achieved this milestone by scoring his 22nd goal during Nigeria’s 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier. The 25 year old striker

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Ex Nigeria defender Elijah: Super Eagles excel when underestimated

Ex Nigeria defender Elijah: Super Eagles excel when underestimated

Former Super Eagles defender Sam Elijah has urged the Benin Republic not to underestimate Nigeria ahead of their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier in Uyo. Nigeria, runners-up in the 2023 AFCON, will face Benin on September 7, 2024, in their opening match of the qualifiers. Despite recent struggles, including a winless streak

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Okoye set to challenge Nwabali for Super Eagles' number 1 spot

Okoye set to challenge Nwabali for Super Eagles’ number 1 spot

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has expressed his readiness to compete with Stanley Nwabali for the starting role in the national team ahead of the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. After a long absence from the squad, Okoye has returned following his resurgence in form at Serie A club Udinese, where he helped

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Crawley Town New Boy Replaces Osayi Samuel in Super Eagles Squad

Crawley Town New Boy Replaces Osayi Samuel in Super Eagles Squad

Crawley Town’s new signing, Benjamin Tanimu, has been called up to the Super Eagles squad to replace Fenerbahçe fullback Bright Osayi Samuel for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Osayi Samuel has been sidelined due to an ankle injury, missing Fenerbahçe’s recent league games and now the

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Eguavoen Warns Super Eagles 'Disrespect People, and You Have a Problem

Eguavoen Warns Super Eagles ‘Disrespect People, and You Have a Problem

Interim manager of the Super Eagles, Austin Eguavoen, has expressed strong confidence in his team’s ability to secure victories in their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. The Super Eagles will face the Benin Republic on September 7 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium before traveling to Kigali

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Aina, Troost-Ekong, Ajayi, Lookman, Ndah, Bashiru, Awoniyi Land in Uyo

Aina, Troost-Ekong, Ajayi, Lookman, Ndah, Bashiru, Awoniyi Land in Uyo

Seven Super Eagles players have arrived in Uyo ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Benin’s Cheetahs. The players who landed in Uyo at 10 am include Nottingham Forest duo Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina, Lazio’s Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, William Troost Ekong, West Bromwich Albion defender Semi Ajayi, Olisa Ndah, and Atalanta

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Eguavoen to Lead Super Eagles as German Tax Laws Derail Labbadia Deal

Eguavoen to Lead Super Eagles as German Tax Laws Derail Labbadia Deal

Stringent German tax regulations have derailed the agreement between the Nigeria Football Federation NFF and Coach Bruno Labbadia, which would have seen Labbadia take charge as the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The NFF, after reaching an agreement in principle with Labbadia, was unable to finalize the deal due to the tax obligations imposed

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NFF Cancels Appointment of Bruno Labbadia as Super Eagles Coach

NFF Cancels Appointment of Bruno Labbadia as Super Eagles Coach

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has officially withdrawn the appointment of Bruno Labbadia as the head coach of the Super Eagles after contract negotiations fell through. The NFF had initially announced Labbadia’s appointment with immediate effect on Tuesday, but the deal collapsed due to issues surrounding tax obligations in Germany. NFF President Ibrahim Gusau explained

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NFF Unveils 23 Man Squad for 2025 AFCON Qualifiers vs Benin, Rwanda

NFF Unveils 23 Man Squad for 2025 AFCON Qualifiers vs Benin, Rwanda

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has announced a 23-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. The roster features a balanced mix of seasoned players and rising talents as Nigeria aims to secure a spot in the tournament. The goalkeepers include Stanley Nwabali, who was outstanding in

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