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Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has invited 30 players, including Kano Pillars’ Rabiu Ali, to camp for the 2025 CHAN qualifiers. The squad will face Ghana’s Black Stars in a two-legged tie on December 22 and 28, aiming for a strong performance in the tournament hosted by East African...
Nigeria’s Super Eagles suffer a significant drop in FIFA rankings, falling from 36th to 44th globally after a disappointing 2-1 loss to Rwanda in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The defeat ends their unbeaten streak and causes them to lose their fourth-place position in Africa. The Super Eagles of...
The Super Falcons are set to face France in a friendly on November 30, 2024, with a 20-player squad named. Notable absentees include captain Rasheedat Ajibade and Asisat Oshoala. Despite struggling against France in past encounters, Nigeria aims to break their winless streak in this key fixture...
Nigerian-American racer Ugo Ugochukwu, 17, claimed victory at the 2024 FIA World Cup by winning the prestigious Macau Grand Prix, becoming the first American in 40 years to achieve this feat. Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar congratulated Ugochukwu, pledging support for his 2025 FIA...
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye returned to the national team after a year-long absence, featuring in Nigeria's 2-1 loss to Rwanda. Despite the result, the Udinese shot-stopper expressed pride in donning the Nigerian jersey again. Okoye aims to reclaim the number one spot through consistent...
Mutiu Adepoju urges the Nigeria Football Federation to retain Augustine Eguavoen as Super Eagles coach after securing AFCON 2025 qualification. The former player highlights Eguavoen's achievements and calls for continuity to build a strong national team amid debates on hiring a foreign coach...
Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen backs Victor Boniface despite his struggles to find form with the national team. Following a 2-1 loss to Rwanda in AFCON qualifiers, Eguavoen emphasizes confidence-building for Boniface, who has yet to score in 11 appearances but remains a key part of the...
Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr led Benin to the 2025 AFCON in Morocco after securing a vital goalless draw against Libya. Benin edged Rwanda on goal difference to claim the second qualifying spot behind Nigeria. This marks a significant achievement for Rohr, who now aims for continental...
Nigeria suffered a shocking 2-1 loss to Rwanda in their final 2025 AFCON qualifier despite Samuel Chukwueze's stunning opener. Defensive lapses allowed Rwanda to stage a historic comeback, securing their first-ever win over the Super Eagles. With qualification secured, Nigeria looks to regroup...
Nigeria’s head coach Augustine Eguavoen has announced the starting XI for their final AFCON qualifier against Rwanda. With the Super Eagles already qualified for the 2025 AFCON, seven changes were made, including the inclusion of Maduka Okoye in goal, while Victor Osimhen starts on the bench...
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