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Super Eagles rise in FIFA rankings despite canceled AFCON qualifier

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 24, 2024

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have climbed three places in the latest FIFA rankings, now sitting as the 36th best team in the world, despite a disrupted 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier against Libya. Nigeria secured a 1-0 victory over Libya in Uyo but could not play the reverse fixture after being held […]

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Ikpeba Insists No 3Points Worth Our Lives CAF Decides Super Eagles Fate

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 22, 2024

Former Nigerian World Cup star Victor Ikpeba has defended the Super Eagles’ decision to boycott their recent 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier after being held hostage for 20 hours at a Libyan airport. The team was scheduled to play in Benina, Libya, but after the ordeal, the players and officials decided it was

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Ajibade,Nnadozie Among 25 Super Falcons Squad for Algeria Double Header

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 21, 2024

Super Falcons’ head coach, Justine Madugu, has called up 25 players, including captain Rasheedat Ajibade and top goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, for two international friendly matches against Algeria’s national women’s team. These matches, scheduled for October 26th and 29th at Lagos’ Mobolaji Johnson Arena, mark the first time in three years that the Super Falcons will

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Nnadozie Leads 5 Foreign Based Players for Super Falcons Friendlies

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 19, 2024

Paris FC goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie is set to lead a group of five other foreign based players as the Super Falcons prepare for their upcoming friendlies against Algeria in Lagos. Among those joining Nnadozie are Christy Uchiebe from Benfica, Rasheedat Ajibade of Atletico Madrid, Deborah Abiodun from the University of Pittsburgh, Monday Gift from UD

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CAF Issues Libya Deadline Regarding Super Eagles Hostage Incident

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 18, 2024

CAF has issued a Sunday deadline for Libya to submit relevant documents concerning the 2025 AFCON Group D qualifier against Nigeria, which was cancelled after the Super Eagles refused to play. The Super Eagles were held at a Libyan airport for 20 hours, which led to the match, scheduled for Tuesday night in Benina, being

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Super Eagles Boycott 2025 AFCON Qualifier in Libya, Return to Nigeria

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 14, 2024

The Nigerian Football Federation NFF has announced that arrangements are underway to bring the Super Eagles back to Nigeria after the team reportedly endured inhumane treatment in Libya ahead of their 2025 AFCON qualifier. According to the NFF, the players have decided to boycott the match, citing unacceptable conditions and concerns for their safety. This

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Super Sub Dele Bashiru Rescues the Day for Super Eagles

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 12, 2024

In a thrilling 2025 AFCON qualifier match, Fisayo Dele Bashiru came off the bench to secure a late victory for Nigeria’s Super Eagles against a resolute Libyan side in Uyo. The Lazio midfielder capitalized on an 86th minute cross from Moses Simon, finally breaking through Libya’s defence to score the winning goal, ending the game

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Ekong Warns Super Eagles of Libya’s Determination to Step Up

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 11, 2024

Super Eagles stand in captain William Ekong has cautioned that despite Libya’s current position at the bottom of Group D in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, they are likely to bring a heightened level of play in today’s clash in Uyo. Nigeria leads the group with four points from two games, while Libya has one point.

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Strong Mentality – Onyeka Warns Libya, Reflects on Augsburg Debut

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 10, 2024

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has issued a strong statement of intent towards Libya ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers set to begin in Uyo. The Super Eagles, currently leading Group D, will face the Mediterranean Knights in Nigeria on Friday, October 11, before heading to Benghazi for the return leg

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20 Super Eagles Players Join First Training for AFCON Qualifier vs Libya

By Kelechi / National Team News / October 9, 2024

The Super Eagles held their first training session at Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Tuesday, as 20 players assembled in Uyo to prepare for their Group D AFCON qualifiers against Libya. The camp opened on Sunday, with players arriving from their respective clubs. Early arrivals included Amas Obasogie, Victor Boniface, Raphael Onyedika, and Fisayo Dele Bashiru.

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