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…
Nigeria clashes with DR Congo in the CAF World Cup playoff final tonight in Rabat. The Super Eagles chase a seventh World Cup appearance. Yet several factors tilt the odds against a straightforward victory. Performance Issues and Exhaustion First, exhaustion threatens Nigeria’s performance. The Super Eagles endured 120 gruelling minutes plus extra time against Gabon…
Nigeria went into extra-time and produced a ruthless masterclass that saw them dismantle Gabon 4-1 to book their place in the CAF World Cup play-off final on November 13, 2025, in Rabat. Victor Osimhen struck twice in eight blistering minutes, while Chidera Ejuke and Akor Adams also found the net as the Super Eagles turned…
In the short video, Iwobi filmed the view from his hotel window. He showed rundown buildings and a seemingly neglected area outside the window. The midfielder remained silent in the reel, allowing the visuals to speak for themselves. Viewers quickly interpreted the footage as criticism of the hotel’s condition. Social media was soon abuzz with…
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is pleased to announce the Super Eagles squad for the forthcoming international friendly matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, scheduled for March 21 and 25, respectively. Head Coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a 25-man roster, blending experienced stalwarts with emerging talents, reflecting the team’s commitment to excellence on the global stage….
The day was special for football in Nigeria with the latest football news confirming that as much as 30 of Nigeria’s topmost referees received formal FIFA badges in a ceremony given by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) that will finally allow them to referee in games sanctioned by FIFA in the year 2025. It measures…
In the latest Premier League news on player updates, Newcastle United winger Jacob Murphy has officially turned down an offer to play for Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles, opting instead to further develop his career with his current team and with a potential future in the English national team. The 29-year-old, who qualifies to…
The Nigerian national football team’s Super Eagles are grappling with a range of injuries to star players like Victor Osimhen as they prepare to face the pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe next month. Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen was substituted in the 89th minute of a scoreless draw against Fenerbahce…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed readiness to host a friendly between Russia’s national team and Nigeria’s Super Eagles in June next year. The move has raised concern among stakeholders over a possible threat of FIFA sanctions in view of the geopolitical circumstances and Russia’s status of sanctions. The release is to take a…
