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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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Bayelsa United Coach Okara Rues Missed Chances in South-South Derby Stalemate

Bayelsa United Coach Okara Rues Missed Chances in South-South Derby Stalemate

Bayelsa United head coach Meremu Okara expressed disappointment after his side were held to a 0–0 draw by Bendel Insurance in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) South-South Derby at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa on Sunday. The Restoration Boys created several opportunities but failed to convert throughout the contest. Okara lamented that his

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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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Mangut Optimistic Nasarawa United Will Bounce Back from Katsina United Defeat

Mangut Optimistic Nasarawa United Will Bounce Back from Katsina United Defeat

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has expressed confidence that his side will respond positively after a 1–0 loss to Katsina United in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 26 clash in Ilorin on Sunday. The defeat ended a promising run for the Solid Miners, who had built momentum earlier in the season, and

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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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Onyeka Debuts as Coventry Go Top With 3-1 Win

Onyeka Debuts as Coventry Go Top With 3-1 Win

Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka marked his Coventry City debut in a key EFL Championship encounter as the Sky Blues secured a 3–1 home victory over Middlesbrough on Monday, reclaiming the league’s top position in the process. The win ended Middlesbrough’s six-game winning run and restored Coventry to the summit of the Championship table after a

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Ikorodu City Boost NPFL Title Bid with Signing of Striker Chinedu Akuvuo

Ikorodu City Boost NPFL Title Bid with Signing of Striker Chinedu Akuvuo

Ikorodu City have strengthened their squad in the race for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title with the acquisition of striker Chinedu Akuvuo, aiming to add firepower as the season enters its crucial stages. The Nigerian top flight leaders revealed the new signing amid preparations for upcoming fixtures, including their Matchday 26 trip

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Gombe United Strengthen Squad with Jumbo Wisdom Ahead of NNL Second Stanza

Gombe United Strengthen Squad with Jumbo Wisdom Ahead of NNL Second Stanza

Gombe United FC have added defensive reinforcement to their roster with the signing of right-back Jumbo Wisdom as they prepare for the second stanza of the ongoing Nigeria National League (NNL) season.The move comes as the Savannah Scorpions look to improve their fortunes and push for promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following

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10 Nigerian Stars Who Switched Clubs in Jan 2025/26 Window

10 Nigerian Stars Who Switched Clubs in Jan 2025/26 Window

The January 2025/26 transfer window saw a flurry of activity involving Nigerian footballers across Europe and beyond, with established Super Eagles stars, emerging talents, and young prospects securing new club deals during the winter market. From high-profile moves in La Liga to strategic loans in England and bold steps into developmental environments, Nigerian players made

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