National Team News

Semi Ajayi will now miss Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clashes against Rwanda and South Africa in September due to a hamstring injury. The centre-back picked up the injury during Hull City’s Sky Bet Championship fixture against Coventry City last weekend. Initially absent from their Carabao Cup tie at Wrexham United as a precaution, […]

In a dramatic and disappointing night for the Super Eagles B, Nigeria suffered a crushing 4–0 defeat to Sudan in their second Group D fixture of CHAN 2024, bringing their tournament to a premature end in Zanzibar. The result sees them exit the competition with two games played, no points, and no goals scored. The

These Nigerians have experienced the harsh reality of Premier League relegation even amid illustrious careers: Relegated twice with Leicester City in 2022/23 and again in 2024/25, despite being a midfield stalwart. Super Eagles legend who suffered relegation with West Bromwich Albion in 2005/06, and again with Portsmouth in 2009/10, after FA Cup glory. Faced the

Nigerian goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor has officially joined Portsmouth FC Women on a permanent basis, ahead of the 2025–26 Women’s Super League 2 campaign. The 20 year old completed a free transfer from Brighton & Hove Albion, signing a one year contract with an option to extend for another season. Erhabor first impressed while on loan

Representing the Super Eagles is a cherished ambition for many footballers of Nigerian heritage worldwide. While some develop their careers within Nigeria, a significant number born abroad have chosen to switch allegiance, committing their international futures to the green-and-white jersey. Notable examples include Ademola Lookman, who represented England at youth levels before pledging his senior

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped one place, falling from 43rd to 44th in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, according to updates released on Thursday. This position also places them fifth in Africa, trailing regional powerhouses Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, and Algeria. The drop reflects dwindling performance in recent Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches, including a

Twenty-one players have arrived at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ikenne, Ogun State, to kick-start preparations for the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025. They represent the initial contingent from a 35‑man provisional squad named by Head Coach Eric Chelle. The first training session was held under floodlights on Monday at 7 p.m., with the

Super Eagles legend Tarila Emmanuel Eguavon, popularly known as Eguavon, has appealed to the Nigerian government to immortalise the late goalkeeper Peter Rufai through a lasting national tribute. The request comes in the wake of Rufai’s death on July 3, 2025, at the age of 61 after a brief illness in Lagos. Eguavon emphasised Rufai’s

Nigeria’s Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has revealed he envisions at least four players from the NPFL earning national team call-ups after being inspired by Benjamin Fredrick’s recent breakthrough. During matches between Ikorodu City vs Plateau United and Remo Stars vs Kwara United, Chelle was particularly impressed, spotting four promising talents in the first game and another

Coach Justin Madugu has announced a 23-woman Super Falcons squad ahead of upcoming international friendlies versus Cameroon. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie pace the lineup, while striker Asisat Oshoala is notably absent. The squad blends Europe-based talent with home-grown stars, featuring midfielders like Jennifer Echegini (Paris Saint-Germain) and Christy Ucheibe (Benfica), alongside local