National Team News

Portugal’s national football team has proposed an international friendly match against Nigeria’s Super Eagles as part of preparations for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, multiple reports confirm. The friendly — currently in advanced talks between the Portuguese Football Federation and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is expected to take place in Lisbon in June, […]

Nigeria’s rich history at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been defined by goals and creative play, and a new ranking highlights the nation’s most prolific contributors in terms of goals and assists in the competition. The list, compiled by Complete Sports, blends historic legends with modern stars who have shaped the Super Eagles’

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has explained why the Super Eagles players were absent from the medal presentation ceremony following their third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Although Nigeria secured the bronze medal with a 4–2 penalty shootout win over Egypt in the third-place playoff, the squad did not

African football legend Yaya Touré has described Nigeria’s Super Eagles as the most impressive team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, despite their campaign ending in a semi-final defeat. Touré praised Nigeria’s attacking style, goal output and overall performances throughout the tournament, saying they stood out above other contenders. In his

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, says the Super Eagles are on course to achieve “great things” under head coach Éric Chelle, following Nigeria’s impressive showing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Gusau expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance in the tournament — where Nigeria finished third

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have climbed the FIFA Men’s World Rankings after a strong showing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and recent competitive results, reflecting improvement on the global stage. In the latest rankings released by FIFA, Nigeria moved up to 38th in the world, a jump of three places since the previous list.

Nigeria’s Calvin Bassey and Stanley Nwabali have been selected in the Best XI for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, recognising their outstanding performances during the tournament’s high-stakes stages. Bassey, the Fulham centre-back, was named among the standout defenders after leading Nigeria’s rearguard with consistent, commanding displays — particularly in the semi-final stalemate against hosts

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle conceded that Morocco deserved to advance to the AFCON 2025 final after the hosts edged Nigeria on penalties following a goalless semi-final in Rabat. After 90 minutes and extra time failed to produce a goal, the contest was decided from the spot, with Morocco triumphing 4-2 in the shootout.

Super Eagles coach Éric Sekou Chelle has said that his squad’s strongest motivation heading into their AFCON 2025 semi-final against Morocco is a genuine desire to make Nigerians proud. The Franco-Malian tactician explained that the players have pushed hard in training and are committed to improving their performances in each game at the tournament. Chelle

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has vowed to give his all to help Nigeria win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as the team prepares for their semi-final clash with Morocco in Rabat. The Atalanta forward — one of Nigeria’s standout performers in Morocco with three goals so far — said his focus is entirely