National Team News

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is reportedly reducing the bonuses and allowances of the Super Eagles’ backroom staff, along with those of other national teams. A committee composed of key NFF Executive Committee members recently reviewed the earnings of these staff members during national duties. This initiative is part of a broader cost-saving strategy by […]

The dates for the highly anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Libya have been confirmed. The first match will take place on October 11 in Uyo, Nigeria, with the second leg scheduled for October 15 in Tripoli, Libya. Nigeria’s Super Eagles currently top Group D with

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have maintained their 39th position in the latest FIFA rankings, following a strong start in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifying campaign. Despite this, they have dropped one spot in the African rankings, now sitting sixth in the continental standings. Under caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen, the three-time African

Super Eagles captain, William Troost Ekong, has expressed confidence that his team will secure qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with two decisive victories against Libya. Ekong highlighted that the team sits at the top of their group, following a commanding 3-0 win over Benin Republic and a goalless draw against Rwanda. Reflecting

Randy Waldrum, the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has resigned, citing his wife’s health issues as the primary reason. In a letter dated September 12, 2024, the American coach explained that the decision came after a difficult period following the Paris 2024 Olympics, where his wife’s health became a pressing concern. Waldrum, who took

Nigerians have shared their thoughts on the Super Eagles’ coaching role after Augustine Eguavoen’s recent performance in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers. Eguavoen, who was appointed as the interim coach following Finidi George’s resignation in June, led the team to a 3-0 win against Benin Republic and a goalless draw against Rwanda.

Former Super Eagles defender Sam Elijah has urged the Benin Republic not to underestimate Nigeria ahead of their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier in Uyo. Nigeria, runners-up in the 2023 AFCON, will face Benin on September 7, 2024, in their opening match of the qualifiers. Despite recent struggles, including a winless streak