Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle grappled with unpaid salaries as Nigeria geared up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Malian tactician awaited two to three months’ wages and bonuses, sparking widespread concern. This issue surfaced just weeks before the tournament’s kickoff on December 21 in Morocco. Fans and analysts worried about its…
Nigerian defender William Troost-Ekong stunned fans by announcing his retirement from international duty on November 28, 2025. The 32-year-old captain of the Super Eagles decided to step away after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This move ends a illustrious career that spanned a decade and left an indelible mark on…
Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi endured a shocking attack from a rogue section of OGC Nice supporters on December 1, 2025. The 25-year-old forward, alongside teammate Jérémie Boga, faced physical violence at the club’s training center. Angry fans gathered to protest Nice’s dismal form, turning the demonstration chaotic. Around 400 supporters assembled outside the facility….
Benjamin Fredrick is on the verge of missing the upcoming AFCON after suffering an injury during a training session with his club earlier today. The setback comes at a difficult moment for both the player and the Super Eagles as the continental tournament begins in three weeks. His absence will likely affect Nigeria’s preparations because…
New Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Rob Edwards praised Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare following the team’s 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on November 23, 2025. Edwards took charge for the first time at Molineux Stadium. He highlighted Arokodare’s hard work and hinted at increased playing time for the Nigerian forward. Edwards started Arokodare alongside Jorgen…
Achraf Hakimi clinched the 2025 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award in a glittering ceremony held in Rabat, Morocco, on November 19, 2025. The Paris Saint-Germain right-back edged out Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen to claim Africa’s most prestigious individual honour. Highlight Of The Night Hakimi delivered an outstanding season with club and country….
William Troost-Ekong stunned the Super Eagles dressing room after Nigeria’s crushing penalty shootout loss to DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup playoff final. The captain reportedly told teammates, “I will watch you as a fan at the AFCON,” hinting at immediate international retirement. Nigeria crashed out on November 16, 2025, after a 1-1 draw…
Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka opened up on the profound pain gripping the Super Eagles squad after Nigeria crashed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team suffered a heartbreaking penalty shootout defeat to DR Congo in the playoff final on November 16, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco. Onyeka scored Nigeria’s only goal in the…
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle accused a DR Congo official of performing “voodoo” rituals throughout the penalty shootout that ended Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup dream. The dramatic claim exploded after Chancel Mbemba buried the decisive spot-kick, sending the Leopards to the intercontinental play-offs and condemning Nigeria to another heartbreaking absence from football’s biggest stage….
Nigeria’s dreams of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup shattered on November 16, 2025, as DR Congo triumphed 4-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in the CAF playoff final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. The Super Eagles dominated early but crumbled under pressure, missing out on the inter-confederation…
