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NFF on Okonkwo: Switch Done, But Cap Still Pending

NFF on Okonkwo: Switch Done, But Cap Still Pending

/ NFF on Okonkwo: Switch Done, But Cap Still Pending FIFA approved Arthur Okonkwo’s switch to Nigeria back in December 2025, yet the NFF is still talking about “ongoing” paperwork. Here’s what’s actually happening, and why it matters ahead of the Amman tournament in March. There’s a bit of confusion around Arthur Okonkwo’s eligibility to […]

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Iroha Raises Concern Over FIFA’s Delay on NFF’s DR Congo Eligibility Petition

Iroha Raises Concern Over FIFA’s Delay on NFF’s DR Congo Eligibility Petition

Former Nigeria defender Ben Iroha has voiced concern over the delay by FIFA in delivering a verdict on the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) petition challenging the eligibility of several DR Congo players used in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers. The unresolved matter hangs over the Super Eagles’ preparation for next month’s intercontinental play-off.

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Dikko Says Nigeria Confident in Case Against DR Congo as FIFA Review Continues

Dikko Says Nigeria Confident in Case Against DR Congo as FIFA Review Continues

Shehu Dikko, Chairman of Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC), has reaffirmed confidence in the country’s petition challenging DR Congo’s player eligibility in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers, even as FIFA has not yet communicated a ruling. The complaint was lodged after the Super Eagles’ playoff penalty defeat to DR Congo in November 2025,

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NFF Technical Committee Meets Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Ahead of Major Decisions

NFF Technical Committee Meets Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Ahead of Major Decisions

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) technical committee held a meeting with Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle as part of preparations for upcoming national team commitments and squad selections. The session brought together key NFF officials and the French-Malian coach to finalise plans for the team. The gathering was aimed at discussing squad lists and

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Super Eagles Target March Friendly With Iran Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Super Eagles Target March Friendly With Iran Ahead of 2026 World Cup

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are in talks to play an international friendly match against Iran in March 2026 as both nations prepare for the FIFA World Cup later this year, according to reports. The proposed fixture is part of a series of warm-up games being scheduled for the next international window, with March 27,

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Super Falcons to Face Cameroon in WAFCON 2026 Preparatory Friendlies

Super Falcons to Face Cameroon in WAFCON 2026 Preparatory Friendlies

Nigeria’s women’s national team, the Super Falcons, will take on Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses in two international friendly matches as part of their build-up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The matches will be played in Yaoundé, Cameroon, with the first clash scheduled for Saturday, 28 February 2026, and the second

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We’re Still Waiting — Dikko on FIFA 2026 WC Petition Ruling

We’re Still Waiting — Dikko on FIFA 2026 WC Petition Ruling

Shehu Dikko, Chairman of Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC), says the country is still waiting for FIFA’s verdict on its petition against DR Congo over player eligibility in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers, with the Super Eagles’ hopes of reaching the tournament hanging in the balance. Dikko stressed that Nigeria has submitted its

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Super Eagles Set for Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire Nations League Clash

Super Eagles Set for Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire Nations League Clash

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are preparing for tough tests against regional rivals Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire as the inaugural “African Nations League” gets underway, marking a fresh competitive chapter in African football. Nigeria will face both West African opponents in the zonal phase of the tournament, which is set to be played across four

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Super Falcons Set to Open 2026 WAFCON Camp on February 24

Super Falcons Set to Open 2026 WAFCON Camp on February 24

The Super Falcons of Nigeria will begin preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) when their training camp opens on Tuesday, February 24, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed. The reigning African champions are aiming to defend their continental title next month. Nigeria are drawn in Group C alongside Malawi, Zambia

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