National Team News - Football In Nigeria

NFF Secures Sponsor to Pay New Super Eagles Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 22, 2024

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has secured a sponsor to cover the salary of the new Super Eagles coach, a senior official confirmed. This development resolves concerns about payment, which had previously been a point of contention due to the NFF’s financial struggles. In the past, the NFF had difficulties meeting salary obligations, even after

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Super Eagles to Open Training Camp on September 1

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 21, 2024

The Super Eagles will open their training camp in Uyo on September 1, 2024, as they prepare for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda. The Nigerian national team will first face Benin at home on September 7, with the match scheduled for 5 pm. Three days later, they will travel to Rwanda for

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Janne Andersson appointed as new Super Eagles coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 18, 2024

Jan Olof ‘Janne’ Andersson, former Swedish national football team coach, will be the new coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Andersson, aged 61, led Sweden from 2016 to 2023, during which time he qualified the team for the 2018 World Cup and the 2020 Euros. However, he could not guide Sweden to the 2022 World Cup

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Eguavoen On Standby to Coach Super Eagles for Benin, Rwanda Clash

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 16, 2024

Augustine Eguavoen, the current Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, may step in as the interim coach for the Super Eagles during their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. With no permanent coach appointed since Finidi George’s departure, Eguavoen has been placed on standby to monitor

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NFF Under Serious Pressure Over Appointment of New Super Eagles Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 14, 2024

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is facing significant pressure over the delayed appointment of a new head coach for the Super Eagles. It has been two months since Finidi George resigned from the position, and with just three weeks remaining before the opening match of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin, the NFF has yet

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Top Super Eagles Star Urges for a “Crazy” Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 12, 2024

A senior player in the Super Eagles has expressed the urgent need for a “crazy” coach to lead the Nigerian national team back to its former glory. The player, who has extensive experience in Europe and is considered a team leader, emphasized the need for a no nonsense coach who commands respect and makes decisive

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Top Sponsor to Fund New Super Eagles Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 11, 2024

Top corporate sponsor has been secured to cover the salary of the new Super Eagles coach. A senior official disclosed that this sponsor is one of Nigeria’s leading banks. While the story is still developing, further details are expected to emerge soon. This arrangement mirrors a previous sponsorship where oil company Aiteo paid the salaries

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Super Eagles Begin 2025 AFCON Qualifiers

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 9, 2024

The Super Eagles are set to kick off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers with two critical matches. They will face Benin on Saturday, September 7, in Uyo, a team that recently shocked them with a 2-1 victory during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in June. Following this, the Super Eagles will travel

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Dimeji Lawal Calls for Urgent Appointment of Super Eagles Head Coach

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 8, 2024

Dimeji Lawal, a former Nigerian international, has stressed the urgency for the Nigeria Football Federation NFF to appoint a new head coach for the Super Eagles following Finidi George’s resignation in June. With the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers approaching, Lawal emphasizes the need for swift action to ensure the team’s preparedness. Since

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After Olympic Exit We’ll Keep Working Hard to Come Back Stronger

By Kelechi / National Team News / August 6, 2024

The Super Falcons, Nigeria’s esteemed women’s football team, concluded their Paris 2024 Olympic campaign with a series of challenging matches against some of the world’s top teams. Despite their determination and fan support, the team did not advance further in the tournament. Led by Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, the team showcased resilience and skill throughout the

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