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Troost-Ekong Says Coach Eric Chelle Gave Instructions for Rwanda Clash

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 21, 2025

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has urged his teammates not to underestimate Rwanda ahead of Friday’s pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Kigali. The experienced defender acknowledged Nigeria’s recent struggles against the Amavubi and stressed the need to secure all three points to revive their qualification hopes. In an interview with NFF TV, Troost-Ekong […]

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Papa Daniel Vows to Prove Himself on Unexpected Super Eagles Debut

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 19, 2025

Papa Daniel, a midfielder for Niger Tornadoes, has expressed his surprise and joy after being included in the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. Speaking to the NFF media team, Daniel admitted that his call up came as a shock: “I never expected it. I was just doing

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Eric Chelle Reads Riot Act to Super Eagles Ahead of Rwanda Clash

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 18, 2025

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made it clear that he is leaving no room for distractions or indiscipline ahead of Nigeria’s must-win 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. According to an exclusive report from SCORENigeria, the coach has issued strict directives to his backroom staff, banning all visitors from entering the team’s training

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Osimhen Arrives in Rwanda for Crucial World Cup Qualifier

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 17, 2025

Victor Osimhen has set the tone for Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier by being among the first players to arrive in Rwanda. The Super Eagles striker, known for his leadership both on and off the pitch, responded to new coach Eric Chelle’s call for senior players to take charge as the team looks

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Ibrahim Hafiz Umar Earns Flying Eagles Call Up Ahead of U20 AFCON

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 13, 2025

Ibrahim Hafiz Umar, a Stade de Reims centre forward, has been called up to Nigeria’s Flying Eagles squad for the upcoming 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON. The 19 year old striker first gained international attention after his outstanding performances at the Viareggio Cup, where he won the Golden Boot with ten goals in

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Super Eagles call up Anthony confident of wins vs. Rwanda, Zimbabwe

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 12, 2025

Anthony Dennis, the Göztepe midfielder, has expressed his confidence that the Super Eagles will secure victories over Rwanda and Zimbabwe to revive their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. “These two games won’t be easy, but I believe the team will give everything to put smiles on the faces of Nigerians,”. “The players know just

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Dessers Set for Super Eagles Recall Ahead of Onuachu, Arokodare

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 11, 2025

Cyriel Dessers is set to make a return to the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, with head coach Eric Chelle considering him over Paul Onuachu and Tolu Arokodare. Although Victor Osimhen and Victor Boniface remain the top-choice strikers, Dessers has now emerged as a likely

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Maduka Okoye’s Super Eagles Spot in Doubt Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 10, 2025

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is facing a tough decision over whether to include Maduka Okoye in the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The Udinese goalkeeper has been out of action since December 7 due to a hand injury, and although he is expected to

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NFF invites Fortuna Sittard’s David to Flying Eagles for U20 AFCON

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 8, 2025

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has officially invited David Stockbrink, an 18 year old forward from Fortuna Sittard, to join the Flying Eagles squad ahead of the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers in Côte d’Ivoire. Born in Germany to a Nigerian mother from Delta State, Stockbrink has expressed his strong desire to

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Zimbabwe Coach Confident of Beating Super Eagles in Uyo

By Kelechi / National Team News / March 6, 2025

Zimbabwe’s head coach Michael Nees has boldly declared that his team is capable of defeating the Super Eagles when both sides meet in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on March 25 in Uyo. Despite sitting at the bottom of Group C with just two points, Nees believes Nigeria is vulnerable and can be

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