By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo The Nigeria Football Federation’s decision to schedule international friendly matches for the Super Eagles in March 2026 has sparked widespread debate about whether Nigeria has quietly conceded defeat in its eligibility dispute with the Fédération Congolaise de Football Association following their loss in the FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs. However, a
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Tolu Arokodare has revealed that he already expected to be omitted from Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations squad, admitting he was realistic about his chances following a difficult international appearance and limited club minutes. Speaking in an interview with Counter Attack, the Nigerian forward said he anticipated the decision long before
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has reportedly demanded sweeping financial rewards, luxury benefits, and unprecedented control over Nigeria’s national team in a leaked contract proposal submitted to the Nigeria Football Federation. The document, dated January 22, 2026, outlines 19 conditions Chelle wants approved before committing his long-term future to the Super
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has revealed he was left completely disoriented after suffering racist abuse and discriminatory treatment during his turbulent spell at Napoli FC, accusing the club’s hierarchy of dehumanizing him at the height of their dispute. Speaking in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Nigerian
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Gift Orban was sent off just 11 minutes into Hellas Verona’s Serie A clash over the weekend, sparking protests from the club but with no verified evidence supporting viral claims that officials accused referees of injustice against the city and its fans. The Nigerian striker received a straight red card during
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has officially completed a transfer to Al Ahli Sports Club of the Qatar Stars League, leaving Saudi Arabian side Al Kholood in a move that marks the next chapter in his distinguished club career. The 32-year-old centre-back agreed a long-term contract with Al Ahli SC that runs until June 2028,
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed that intensive medical care and close monitoring enabled goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to feature at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, despite earlier reports suggesting he was unfit to participate in the tournament. Nwabali, Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper, entered the competition carrying
Nigeria’s Super Eagles claimed third place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Egypt 4–2 on penalties following a 0–0 draw in the third-place play-off at the Stade Mohammed V, Casablanca, on Saturday. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged the decisive figure, saving two penalties as Nigeria maintained their perfect record in AFCON bronze-medal matches
Morocco booked their place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final on Wednesday after a tense semi‑final against Nigeria that ended 0–0 after extra time and was decided by penalties, with the Atlas Lions winning 4–2 in the shootout at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. In a match marked by tactical discipline
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui delivered a determined and clear‑eyed press conference ahead of his team’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi‑final clash with Nigeria’s Super Eagles, insisting the match is as significant as a final and spotlighting the tactical and psychological readiness of his squad. Regragui described the encounter set for Wednesday, January 14,