National Team News - Football In Nigeria

Eguavoen seeks creative midfielders to boost Super Eagles’ attack

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 20, 2024

Interim Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen is intensifying his search for a creative midfielder to address Nigeria’s goal scoring struggles. Despite an abundance of attacking talent, the team has found it challenging to break down low block defences, an issue highlighted during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The team managed to qualify for […]

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Nigeria 1-2 Rwanda: Chukwueze shines, but Eagles fall to historic defeat

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 19, 2024

The Super Eagles suffered a shocking 2-1 defeat against Rwanda’s Wasps in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Uyo, marking Rwanda’s first ever victory over Nigeria in six encounters. Despite a brilliant solo goal by Samuel Chukwueze in the 58th minute, Nigeria’s defensive lapses allowed Rwanda to overturn the result with goals from Ange

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Okoye to start for Super Eagles against Rwanda in long awaited return

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 17, 2024

Maduka Okoye, Udinese and Super Eagles goalkeeper, is poised to reclaim Nigeria’s number one jersey as he prepares to start against Rwanda in the final match of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Okoye replaces Stanley Nwabali, who was granted leave following the death of his father. Okoye’s return to the starting lineup marks a pivotal moment

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Nottingham Forest Sends Private Jet for Ola Aina After AFCON Qualifier

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 16, 2024

Ola Aina, Super Eagles defender and Nottingham Forest player returned to England via a private jet his Premier League club arranged following Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Benin in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The move highlights the club’s urgency to prepare for an important match against Arsenal immediately after the international break. Super Eagles caretaker coach

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Super Eagles Secure Qualification as Group D Battle Intensifies

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 16, 2024

The Super Eagles have booked their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON in Morocco, finishing at the top of Group D with 11 points after five matches. However, the fight for the second qualification ticket remains fierce, with Benin, Rwanda, and Libya all still in contention. Benin missed a chance to strengthen

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Super Eagles Complete Final Training as Osimhen, Sadiq, and Osho Shine

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 14, 2024

The Super Eagles wrapped up their final training session on Wednesday ahead of their crucial 2025 AFCON qualifier against Benin in Abidjan. Caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen confirmed that all 23 players called up for the November internationals are fit, including Victor Osimhen, whose participation had been speculated upon due to a visible leg bandage. However,

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Full Super Eagles squad, only Nwabali and Sadiq Umar yet to arrive

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 12, 2024

The Super Eagles training camp in Abidjan is nearly complete, with only goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and striker Sadiq Umar yet to join. Umar’s selection has stirred controversy, as some fans believe players like Tolu Arokodare, Josh Maja, or Cyriel Dessers were more deserving. Today, most of the squad arrived, including Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Ola

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Reading Prospect Arrives in Abidjan for Potential Cap-Tying Match for Nigeria

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 12, 2024

Gabriel Osho, a defender nurtured at Reading, has arrived in Abidjan ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin’s Cheetahs, set for this week at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium. Osho, who has previously been called up but missed out due to injury, is eager for a potential cap tying debut with the

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Super Eagles Prepare for AFCON Qualifiers Against Benin and Rwanda

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 9, 2024

The Super Eagles are set to face Benin and Rwanda in their final qualifying matches for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON, with coach Augustine Eguavoen stressing the importance of securing maximum points. Currently, Nigeria tops Group D with 10 points from four matches and requires at least one point to guarantee their place

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Controversy Surrounds Sadiq Umar’s Recall to the Super Eagles

By Kelechi / National Team News / November 8, 2024

Coach Augustine Eguavoen’s latest Super Eagles squad list has sparked debate, particularly regarding the inclusion of Real Sociedad striker Sadiq Umar. Despite his prolonged goal drought having failed to score in eight appearances this season Umar has been recalled for Nigeria’s AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. This decision has raised questions about the

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