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The Digest: Ademola Lookman, the reigning African Player of the Year, has been suspended for Nigeria's must-win match against the Benin Republic after receiving a second yellow card in the 2-1 victory over Lesotho. Key Points: Ademola Lookman is suspended for Nigeria’s final qualifier...

The Digest: Despite a nervy performance, Nigeria's path to the 2026 World Cup remains open, though it hangs by a thread. The Super Eagles' 2-1 victory over Lesotho keeps their hopes alive, but they must now defeat Benin Republic in their final match and rely on other results to secure an...

The Digest: While fans welcomed the Super Eagles' 2-1 win over Lesotho, many took to social media to question goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali’s form, comparing him to the often-criticized André Onana and demanding he be benched for the final decisive match. Rooted in the Storm. Key Points: The...

The Digest: The Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 2-1 with goals from William Troost-Ekong and Akor Adams, securing vital points, though their qualification fate still depends on other results in the final group match. Key Points: The Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 2-1 in a crucial World Cup...

The Digest: Coach Eric Chelle has named a strong attacking side featuring Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman while implementing a significant reshuffle in the defensive line for the must-win match against Lesotho. Key Points: Coach Eric Chelle has named his starting eleven for the World...

The Digest: Lesotho's head coach, Leslie Notsi, declared his team's belief that they can defeat the Super Eagles, citing their clean bill of health and self-belief from their previous encounter as reasons for optimism. Key Points: Lesotho Coach Leslie Notsi is confident his team can beat...

The Digest: As the Super Eagles' World Cup hopes hang by a thread, a fierce debate over accountability grips the nation. While coaches like Finidi George and Jose Peseiro face public scrutiny, the true culprit is a deep-rooted systemic failure within Nigerian football that no single manager...

The Digest: The Super Eagles face Lesotho today in a must-win qualifier, with the match relocated to Polokwane after FIFA rejected Lesotho’s home ground, raising the stakes for three vital points. Key Points: The Super Eagles play Lesotho in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier today. Kick-off...

The Digest: The Super Eagles are intensifying preparations in Polokwane with 20 players for Friday's decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. Key Points: Head Coach Eric Chelle has 20 players in camp for the final training sessions. Eighteen players were present as of...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has issued a rallying cry, declaring the team's unwavering determination to fight for a 2026 World Cup qualification spot in their final two matches. Key Points: Captain Troost-Ekong stated the team is "optimistic" and will "always...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has voiced strong confidence in Nigeria's chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the team's precarious position. Key Points: Moffi, returning to the squad after over a year, stated, "We, the guys, we're really confident about...

The Digest The crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Lesotho and the Super Eagles has been scheduled for Friday at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa. Key Points: The match will kick off at 6 PM South African time (5 PM Nigeria Time). All Group C matches...

The Digest: The Super Eagles have intensified preparations in Polokwane with 20 players for Friday’s decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. According to Score Nigeria, the squad is under immense pressure, with Coach Eric Chelle managing a squad impacted by injuries and late...

The Digest: Former captain John Mikel Obi has declared that the Super Eagles can still secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but insists the players must treat the final qualifiers as a non-negotiable mission. Key Points: Nigeria sits third in Group C with 11 points from eight games...

The Digest: The Super Eagles have arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, to begin final preparations for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, a match they must win to control their qualification destiny. Key Points: The Super Eagles have arrived in Polokwane, South...

The Digest: Werder Bremen's Felix Agu is set to miss several months, including the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, after suffering a severe syndesmosis ligament injury during a Bundesliga match. Key Points: Super Eagles defender Felix Agu sustained a severe syndesmosis ligament injury. The...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has shared a heartfelt message celebrating his daughter's third birthday, describing her as "the light that brightens my world" and a divine blessing. Rooted in the Storm. Key Points: Victor Osimhen celebrated his daughter's third birthday...

The Digest: In the heated theatre of a derby, passion often walks a fine line. Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is facing criticism from Turkish football analyst Nihat Kahveci, who labelled the Galatasaray star "too aggressive" following his actions in the Istanbul derby against Besiktas...

The Digest: Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made two forced changes to Nigeria’s 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and the Benin Republic. Injuries to Cyriel Dessers and Bright Osayi-Samuel have led to the inclusion of Zaidu Sanusi and Uche...

The Digest: Former Eagles striker Brown Ideye has voiced the collective frustration of a nation, conceding that Nigeria's 2026 World Cup destiny is now "not in our hands" after a dismal qualifying campaign. Key Points: Nigeria sits third in Group C, needing a miracle to qualify for the 2026...