National Team News - Football In Nigeria

Ex Footballer Haruna Doda Seeks to Restore Glory to Nigeria’s U17 Team

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 4, 2024

Former Nigerian footballer Haruna Doda has expressed his ambition to coach the Nigeria Under 17 Golden Eaglets, with a vision to revive Nigeria’s footballing prestige. Doda believes that his extensive experience and knowledge can bring back the glory days of Nigerian football. Doda has played for Bendel Insurance and Enugu Rangers and holds a UEFA […]

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Super Falcons Make a Change for Must Win Clash vs Japan

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 31, 2024

For the decisive Group C clash against Japan in the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Super Falcons have made a single change to their starting XI. New PSG signing Jennifer Echegini will start in place of Esther Okoronkwo, who played in the previous match against Spain. The core of the team remains unchanged, with Asisat Oshoala

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Spanish Coach Magro Applies to Lead Flying Eagles

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 30, 2024

Spanish coach Juan Carlos Magro has applied for the position of head coach of the Nigeria U20 team, the Flying Eagles. The 48 year old UEFA Pro Licensed coach submitted an impressive eight page document in response to the NFF’s advertisement for the vacant post, with the application deadline set for August 4. Magro’s detailed

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NFF Finally Pays Falconets Bonuses and Allowances for 2022 World Cup

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 29, 2024

After several months of delay and initial denial by the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, the women’s U20 team, the Falconets, have finally received their outstanding bonuses and allowances for the 2022 World Cup in Costa Rica. This payment follows the approval of a 12 billion Naira bail out fund by President Bola Tinubu in January,

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Five Months Without a Head Coach Under NFF President Gusau

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 28, 2024

The Nigerian football scene has been in turmoil since the departure of head coach José Peseiro from the Super Eagles, with no substantive replacement named in the past five months. This absence of leadership has significantly impacted the national teams’ performances under NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau’s tenure. The lack of a head coach

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Super Falcons Face Brazil in Paris 2024 Olympics Opener

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 24, 2024

The Super Falcons will commence their campaign at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a challenging yet promising opening group match against South American champions Brazil. The match is scheduled to take place at the Matmut Atlantique Stadium in Bordeaux, kicking off at 6 pm. Returning to the Olympics after 16 years, the Super Falcons last

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Don’t Write Off Super Eagles for 2026 World Cup, Warns Osaze

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 20, 2024

Former Super Eagles star Osaze Odemwingie has urged supporters not to lose hope in Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign despite a challenging start. Nigeria is currently second from bottom in their group, with only three points from four matches, trailing Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin by four points. Odemwingie reminded fans that Nigeria has

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Super Falcons Start Strongest XI, Oshoala Benched

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 18, 2024

Coach Randy Waldrum has named his strongest lineup for the Super Falcons in today’s friendly against the reigning Olympic champions, Canada. The starting XI includes notable players such as goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, skipper Rasheedat Ajibade, winger Toni Payne, striker Chinwendu Ihezuo, and new PSG signing Jennifer Echegini. However, reigning African Player of the Year, Asisat

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Shortlisted New Super Eagles Coach Praises Peseiro’s AFCON Tactics

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 15, 2024

Jose Peseiro has been commended for his tactical approach that led the Super Eagles to the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON. Despite criticism from fans regarding the style of play, Peseiro’s strategy focused on organizing a compact defence, which proved effective in getting the team to within one game of their

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FIFA Ranking Super Eagles Drop Again

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 15, 2024

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to drop a spot in the upcoming FIFA ranking, falling to 39th in the world and fourth in Africa, behind Senegal, Egypt, and Côte d’Ivoire. This decline follows a previous drop from 30th to 38th place last month, attributed to indifferent results in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

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