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The Digest: With their World Cup destiny on the line, the Super Eagles are assembling their strongest arsenal. According to Vanguard, coach Eric Chelle has named a 23-man squad featuring Victor Osimhen and Alex Iwobi for the critical 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and the Benin...

The Digest: Nigerian international goalkeeper Kayode Bankole has completed a move to South African Premier Soccer League side TS Galaxy. The 22-year-old shot-stopper joins the Rockets on a two-year deal after concluding a successful five-year spell with Nigerian champions Remo Stars, where he...

The Digest: Atalanta coach Ivan Juric has publicly praised Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman, labeling him an "excellent athlete" after handing him his first start of the season. This recognition comes after a summer of transfer speculation, signaling a potential new chapter for the Super Eagles...

The Digest: A dramatic FIFA ruling has recalculated the entire equation for Nigeria’s World Cup qualification, turning a near-impossible task into a narrow, demanding path. According to an analysis from Soccernet, the sanction against South Africa has provided a critical lifeline, but the...

The Digest: In a dramatic turn of events, Nigeria's path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been unexpectedly cleared by an off-pitch ruling. According to a FIFA disciplinary decision, South Africa has been docked three points for fielding an ineligible player, a twist of fate that reignites the...

The Digest: According to reports from Soccernet.ng, a busy Sunday across Europe saw mixed fortunes for Nigerian footballers. While Chiamaka Nnadozie delivered a superb performance in the Women's Super League, Gift Orban was denied a late Verona goal by VAR. Key Points: Gift Orban had a late...

In a strategic move to bolster their AFCON preparations, Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Colombia in an international friendly this November as part of a US tour designed to test the team against diverse football styles. The match, scheduled for New York's Citi Field, forms part of a crucial...

The Digest: In an untimely setback for Nigeria’s World Cup ambitions, midfielder Raphael Onyedika has been ruled out of the upcoming must-win qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin after suffering a hamstring injury. The Club Brugge star’s absence reveals how fragile national team plans can be...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen was a notable omission from the 2025 Ballon d’Or 30-man shortlist, despite scoring 37 goals in 41 appearances for Galatasaray. His absence has sparked debate, with analysis pointing to factors like the perceived strength of the Turkish league and...

The Digest: Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has been named Naija Stars Abroad’s ‘Baller of the Week’ following a commanding performance in Fulham’s 3-1 comeback win against Brentford. The playmaker scored once and provided an assist, earning the Man of the Match award and standing out among...

The Digest: From London to Verona, Nigerian talent illuminated the global football stage with a series of commanding performances. This weekend showcased the depth of the nation's footballing export, with key players delivering goals, assists, and match-winning contributions for their clubs...

The Digest: FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against South Africa for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, in a World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, a move that could deduct three points from Bafana Bafana and dramatically reshape Group C’s standings. For Nigeria’s Super...

The Digest: Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped one place to 45th in the September FIFA World Football Ranking, despite earning near-identical points to the previous period. The drop follows a mixed run of results, including key losses and narrow wins. Rooted in the Storm. Key Points Nigeria...

The Digest: Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba has placed responsibility for the Super Eagles’ struggling 2026 World Cup qualification campaign squarely on the players, defending the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) against calls for resignation. Speaking on SuperSport, Ikpeba argued...

The Digest: With Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualification hopes hanging by a thread, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has stated that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will determine the fate of Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle. NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko acknowledged the team’s mathematical...

The Digest: Several traditional football powerhouses, including four-time champions Italy and African giants Nigeria, are facing the real possibility of missing the 2026 World Cup amid unexpectedly challenging qualifying campaigns. Key Points: Italy: Four-time champions risk missing third...

The Digest: Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has achieved greater success guiding Benin's World Cup qualifying campaign than his three Nigerian successors combined, highlighting Nigeria's prolonged coaching instability. Key Points: Rohr has secured 14 points with Benin, surpassing the...

The Digest: Nigeria’s national football team faces a significant setback as key defender Ola Aina is set for a three-month absence due to a hamstring injury sustained during World Cup qualifiers, putting his AFCON 2025 availability in question. Rooted in the Storm. Key Points: Aina suffered...

Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has declared that the entire board of the Nigeria Football Federation must resign if the country fails to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Key Points: Mikel stated that missing a second consecutive World Cup would devastate Nigerians He emphasized...

The Digest: South Africa coach Hugo Broos has taunted the Super Eagles for fielding zero players from the Nigerian domestic league, claiming their all-foreign-based squad lacks local identity despite its star power. The jab came after Bafana Bafana’s 1–1 draw with Nigeria, which kept them...