National Team News

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has officially announced the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team. The decision was approved by the NFF Executive Committee following a recommendation by its Technical and Development Sub Committee. Chelle, 47, brings a wealth of experience, […]

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has assured Nigerians that 2025 will be a year of pride and achievement for the nation’s football teams. Reflecting on 2024 and sharing plans for the upcoming year, Gusau highlighted a renewed focus on preparation and competitive performances in major tournaments, including the

The Home Eagles are bracing for a challenging start to the 2024 African Nations Championship CHAN after failing to secure a seeded position for the tournament. The draw will take place at the Confederation of African Football CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt, on Tuesday. This marks the Eagles’ return to CHAN after a six year

Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence that players from the CHAN Eagles can transition to the senior national team. Eguavoen believes that the 2024 CHAN tournament, delayed to February, will serve as a platform for showcasing talent from Nigeria’s domestic league. Speaking in an interview on Kennis FM Radio, Eguavoen stated, “Qualification

Veteran midfielder Rabiu Ali, representing Kano Pillars, will captain an 18man CHAN Eagles squad in a crucial first leg playoff against Ghana’s Black Galaxies in Accra this Sunday. At 44 years old, Ali’s inclusion has sparked debates, with critics questioning whether he is still at his peak performance. Stand in coach Daniel Ogunmodede has selected

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have concluded 2024 with their worst FIFA ranking in six years, standing at 44th globally and fifth in Africa. This marks a significant drop in form for the three-time African champions, who began the year with promise after reaching the final of the delayed 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON

The CHAN Eagles secured a 2-1 victory over NPFL frontrunners Remo Stars in a warm up match ahead of their crucial showdown against Ghana this Sunday. The home-based Super Eagles took the lead early, with Isaac Saviour of Enugu Rangers scoring in the second minute following a setup by Sikiru Alimi. Samuel Ayarinde doubled Nigeria’s

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi showcased his adaptability in Boavista’s 1-1 draw with SC Farense in a Liga Portugal clash at Estádio do Bessa Século XXI. Onyemaechi, deployed on the left wing, delivered a standout performance, continuing to demonstrate why he is a key figure under manager Cristiano Bacci. Though primarily a left back, Onyemaechi

The home based Super Eagles are intensifying their training ahead of their crucial African Nations Championship CHAN 2025 qualifier against Ghana’s Black Galaxies. Currently, 30 players are in camp in Ikenne, Ogun State, undergoing rigorous double training sessions daily as they gear up for the encounter. The first leg is set to take place at

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has invited 26 players to the final phase of camping for the Future Eagles, ahead of two friendly matches against Morocco. This initiative, part of the NFF and FIFA’s Technical Development Scheme TDS for youth players born in 2009 and 2010, is scheduled to start on December 2, 2024, at