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A diplomatic storm is brewing as South African authorities reportedly decline to grant landing clearance for the Nigerian delegation comprising players, officials, and supporters scheduled to arrive in Johannesburg ahead of a high-stakes 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. Attempts to secure the necessary permissions from both aviation officials and diplomatic channels remain unresolved as the […]

Alloy Agu, former Nigeria goalkeeper, remains optimistic about the Super Eagles’ prospects in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Despite their current position in Group C, Agu believes that with collective effort and support, Nigeria can secure a spot in the tournament. Ahead of Nigeria’s crucial World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Uyo, Agu emphasized

A major win for the Nigeria Football Federation after Chelsea youth striker Chizaram “Chizzy” Ezenwata confirmed his intention to switch international allegiance from England to Nigeria. Born in London in 2008, Ezenwata is eligible to represent England, Cameroon and Nigeria through his father, former Gombe United winger Ndubuisi Ezenwata, and his mother. He’s already appeared

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,