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The Digest: Nigeria's 2-1 defeat to Egypt in their final AFCON warm-up revealed persistent issues in midfield progression, defensive solidity, and the impact of dubious officiating, casting a shadow over their tournament preparations. Key Points: Analysis of Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to Egypt...

The Digest: The Super Eagles have unveiled a second-string lineup for Tuesday's international friendly against Egypt in Cairo, resting key stars like Victor Osimhen to focus on upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Key Points: Head coach Eric Chelle has selected a rotated squad for the...

The Digest: The Super Eagles have landed in Egypt, marking the start of their journey for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The team's preparations begin with a blend of anticipation and tactical groundwork as the continent's eyes turn to them. Key Points: Head coach Eric Chelle and the...

The Digest: Coach Eric Chelle’s final 28-man AFCON squad has sparked debate over notable exclusions. Key players like Maduka Okoye, Tolu Arokodare, and the injured Ola Aina were left out, raising questions about form, fitness, and tactical choices. Key Points: Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has finalized his 28-man squad for AFCON 2025. The list features key stars like Osimhen and Ndidi but notably excludes retired captain William Troost-Ekong, marking a new chapter for Nigeria's football ambition. Key Points : Coach Eric Chelle...

The Digest: The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has moved to address the delay in paying the outstanding salaries of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, assuring the public that all dues will be settled before the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The coach is reportedly owed three months'...

The Digest: The Nigeria Football Federation is reportedly indebted to Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle for three months of salary and bonuses, casting a shadow over preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite leading Nigeria to the World Cup playoffs and steadying the team...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle faces a critical goalkeeping decision as first-choice Stanley Nwabali’s participation in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is in serious doubt due to hand and ankle injuries. Nwabali’s club coach at Chippa United has indicated the goalkeeper is unlikely...

The Digest: Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has received a significant boost ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after Club Brugge confirmed that midfielder Raphael Onyedika will be released for the tournament. The 24-year-old, who featured briefly in Nigeria’s run to the 2023 AFCON...

The Digest: As coach Eric Chelle prepares to finalize his 28-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations, several high-profile Super Eagles players are on the brink of missing the tournament. With the selection clash between current form and the coach's preference intensifying, some established...

The Digest: Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is reportedly yet to receive his salary for the past two months, casting a shadow over Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The delay comes as Chelle, who earns $55,000 monthly, recently met with the NFF technical committee...

The Digest: The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed Egypt as the training base for the Super Eagles ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, setting the stage for a high-profile friendly against the Pharaohs. Key Points: The Super Eagles will establish their training camp...

The Digest: Head Coach Eric Chelle has named a 55-man provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, blending global stars with domestic league talents in the first step toward continental glory in Morocco. Key Points: Head Coach Eric Chelle has released a provisional list of 55...

The Digest: Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has surprisingly thrown his support behind current handler Eric Chelle, despite Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a notable shift from his initial position, Oliseh acknowledged that Chelle's performance has "won him...

Chelle Submits 55-Man Super Eagles Squad as New CAF Rule Reshapes AFCON Selection The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has submitted a 55-man provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with Nigeria’s final selection to be influenced by new CAF regulations allowing expanded...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has until December 11 to submit his final 24-man squad to CAF for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The deadline, set 10 days before the tournament kicks off, will see the manager finalize his selection from an already submitted provisional list. Key...

The Digest: The dramatic World Cup qualifier between Nigeria and DR Congo has taken a surreal turn as coach Dodo Landu denied accusations of using supernatural means against the Super Eagles. Landu's clarification that he was merely praying during the decisive penalty moment reveals how...

The Digest: A fiery post-match confrontation has escalated into a diplomatic sports dispute, as South Africa's Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie calls for Nigeria to be punished after Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle clashed with DR Congo's staff. The incident, which McKenzie labeled...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle has addressed his heated confrontation with DR Congo staff during Nigeria's penalty shootout defeat, acknowledging that "football is all about emotions" while defending his reaction to opposition rituals and boundary intrusions. Key Points: Nigeria...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has made startling claims that DR Congo staff employed 'voodoo' tactics during the penalty shootout that ended Nigeria's 2026 World Cup dreams. Chelle expressed visible frustration over the actions of a Congolese official who was seen spraying what...