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Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a 35-man squad for Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The list includes captain Ahmed Musa, assistant captain William Troost-Ekong, and new home-based players. Nigeria plays Rwanda on March 21 and Zimbabwe on March 25...
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has condemned the racist abuse directed at Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey after Fulham’s FA Cup match against Manchester United. The NFF reaffirmed its stance against discrimination and pledged support for Bassey, urging for a more inclusive football...
Nigerian-born NFL champion Morotoluwa Ojomo, recently part of the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles, visited President Bola Tinubu in Abuja. Tinubu praised Ojomo's dedication and discussed efforts to collaborate with diaspora talents to boost human capital development, especially in sports...
Super Eagles captain William Ekong returns to action for Saudi Arabian club Al Kholood after recovering from a minor injury. Ekong played the full 90 minutes in a 2-1 victory over Al Khaleej. His return is a major boost for Nigeria's upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe...
Emmanuel Emenike, former Super Eagles striker and 2013 AFCON hero, responds to Jamie Carragher’s controversial comments on the African Cup of Nations. Emenike mocks Carragher on social media, joining other African footballers like Mikel Obi and Jay-Jay Okocha in defending the tournament’s...
Nigerian football icon Jay-Jay Okocha has criticized Jamie Carragher for downplaying AFCON’s significance in the Ballon d’Or race. Okocha dismissed Carragher’s opinion, stating that no one would want their child to play like him, emphasizing that the Liverpool legend fails to appreciate African...
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has slammed Jamie Carragher for dismissing the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a minor tournament. Mikel called Carragher’s remarks disrespectful, demanding an apology. The controversy has reignited debates on AFCON’s global recognition and African...
CAF has strongly condemned Jamie Carragher for dismissing AFCON as a minor tournament. His remarks sparked widespread backlash, with Micah Richards and Daniel Sturridge defending AFCON’s significance. CAF responded with a viral post reinforcing its importance, reigniting debates on the...
Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal has died after falling from the third floor of a shopping mall in Kampala, Uganda. The Vipers SC striker was reportedly visiting a friend before the tragic incident. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to determine the circumstances surrounding his death...
Super Eagles vice-captain William Troost-Ekong shared family photos on social media, sparking reactions about his heritage and children’s appearance. While some praised his beautiful family, others debated genetics and identity. The Nigerian international, now playing in Saudi Arabia, remains a...
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