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Iwobi, Akpan Join Super Eagles as Team Lands in Portugal

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Portugal ahead of their international friendly match against Portugal, with midfielder Alex Iwobi and striker Christian Akpan joining the squad in Lisbon. The team landed in Portugal on Wednesday, and 21 players have assembled in Lisbon ahead of the blockbuster friendly clash with Portugal on Wednesday, June 10, at the Estádio Municipal de Leiria. Alex Iwobi has joined the camp after arriving from England, while Christian Akpan has also reported to the squad. striker Samuel Chukwueze is set to arrive on Friday to complete the team before the match. The Super Eagles will face Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo and former European champions, in an international friendly game that serves as preparation ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Prior to the Portugal match, the Super Eagles played a 2-2 draw against […]

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Falconets set to discover FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup group rivals

Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, are set to discover their group-stage opponents for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland later this week. According to FIFA, the official draw for the tournament will take place on Friday, May 15, in the Polish city of Łódź, one of the four host venues. The Falconets booked their place at the global showpiece after edging Malawi 3–2 on aggregate in a tense final qualifying tie, extending Nigeria’s record of appearing at every edition of the competition since 2002. Nigeria, two-time runners-up at the U-20 Women’s World Cup, are aiming to finally go one better and clinch the title in Poland. This year’s tournament will run from September 5 to 27 across the Polish cities of Bielsko-Biała, Katowice, Łódź and Sosnowiec, with 24 teams vying for the trophy. The draw […]

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Tinubu mourns ex NFA president Ibrahim Galadima hails his legacy

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Nigeria Football Association president and veteran sports administrator Alhaji Ibrahim Galadima describing his passing as a major loss to Nigerian sports.​ Galadima a prominent figure in football administration and community leadership died on Saturday at the age of 78.​ In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga the president paid tribute to the Kano born administrator and noted that his contributions to the growth of football in Nigeria remain significant. Tinubu described him as a committed sports promoter whose influence covered both grassroots and elite levels and said his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.​ The president said Galadima’s efforts in football development will be remembered for a long time and added that Nigeria has lost a dedicated servant […]

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How internal power tussle and filing errors cost Super Eagles 2026 World Cup ticket

Nigeria’s failure to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been linked to serious administrative errors and turf battles between the Nigeria Football Federation and the National Sports Commission. Fresh findings show that the protest Nigeria filed over Democratic Republic of Congo’s alleged use of ineligible players was submitted nearly two weeks late and without the mandatory 1,000 Swiss Francs fee required by FIFA. Sources said the error ridden protest letter was not drafted by the NFF’s legal chief, Barrister Okey Obi, who has experience with FIFA procedures, but was instead prepared by lawyers linked to the National Sports Commission. According to insiders, the NSC stepped in under the guise of assisting the NFF but effectively bypassed the federation’s internal legal department and took over the drafting of the petition. Those familiar with the case said the NSC lawyers were […]

World Cup play off: Super Eagles’ hopes fade as FIFA confirms DRC spot

Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a final blow after world football body FIFA confirmed DR Congo as Africa’s representative in the inter confederation play off tournament. In a tournament accreditation notice and subsequent communications, FIFA listed DR Congo among the six teams that will compete in the play off, leaving no space for the Super Eagles, who had challenged their defeat to the Congolese side. Nigeria lost to DR Congo in the intercontinental play off final in Rabat, with the match ending 1–1 in regulation time before the Leopards won 4–3 on penalties to claim Africa’s last slot. The Nigeria Football Federation later petitioned FIFA, alleging that some DR Congo players were ineligible and that competition rules had been breached, but FIFA ruled that all the players were properly registered and cleared to play. […]

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Super Eagles coach Chelle demands 130000 monthly in new deal

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reportedly demanded a new contract worth 130000 dollars monthly to continue in charge of Nigeria’s senior national team. The proposed amount is more than double his current salary of 50000 dollars a month. Details of the demand were made public by Nigerian journalist Shina Oludare, who shared parts of Chelle’s 19 point proposal to the Nigeria Football Federation. Chelle said the 130000 dollar monthly package would cover his own wages, those of his entire technical crew and his personal assistant. Beyond the salary increase, Chelle’s conditions reportedly include better working tools, a standard office, a dedicated car and driver, and a fully serviced residence with constant power supply. He is also asking for full control over team selection, input in youth development structures and clear non interference clauses from football officials. The demands […]

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Chelle’s Marseille move collapses after club hires new coach

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is no longer in the running to become manager of Olympique Marseille after the French club appointed Habib Beye as their new head coach. The decision ends days of speculation linking Chelle with the Ligue 1 side following the exit of Roberto De Zerbi. Marseille chose Beye, a former club captain, citing his familiarity with the team and experience in French football. He recently left Rennes and has signed a deal expected to run until June 2027. Reports say Chelle had shown strong interest in the Marseille job as he seeks a return to club management in Europe. After missing out, he is now expected to explore other opportunities in Ligue 1 while still leading Nigeria’s national team. Insiders at Marseille indicated that Chelle was behind Beye and other candidates in the pecking order […]

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Super Eagles: Chelle challenged to continue Nigeria’s renaissance post AFCON

Despite Nigeria’s painful semi final exit at AFCON 2025, stakeholders have challenged Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle to build on the team’s renewed identity and fighting spirit rather than allow the setback to derail recent progress. Many fans and analysts believe the squad’s high‑intensity displays, tactical organisation and improved mentality signal the beginning of a new era for Nigerian football.​ Chelle, appointed in January 2025 on a two‑year deal, has already expressed his desire to stay on, stressing that his long‑term project is to rebuild the Super Eagles into a consistent force in Africa and beyond. However, he admitted that his future rests with the Nigeria Football Federation, which must now decide whether to retain him and consolidate on the gains of the tournament.​ Supporters are urging continuity in technical leadership, better youth development and sustained integration of talented […]

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Goldberg celebrates Super Eagles’ AFCON momentum with new TVC

Goldberg Lager Beer has launched a new television commercial celebrating Nigeria’s passion for football as the Super Eagles head into the AFCON 2025 knockout stage with a perfect group record.​Nigeria won all three group games to top their group and set up a Round of 16 clash with Mozambique, fuelling optimism that the team can go deep in the tournament.​ The TVC, built around the “Our Beat, Our Gold” campaign, draws from everyday match day scenes in viewing centres, streets, homes and bars, showing how football is woven into Nigerian life with Goldberg as a natural part of those shared moments.​Instead of focusing only on goals and highlights, it highlights fans’ chants, banter, rituals and emotions, underscoring the idea that Nigerian football is as much about community as what happens on the pitch.​ Senior Brand Manager Kunle Aroyehun said the […]

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NFF insists FIFA has not ruled out Nigeria’s case against DR Congo

The Nigeria Football Federation says it has not received any decision from FIFA on its petition challenging the eligibility of some DR Congo players used in the 2026 World Cup African play off, insisting the case remains under review. This follows reports claiming that world football’s governing body had rejected Nigeria’s appeal after the Super Eagles lost on penalties to DR Congo following a 1–1 draw in November’s play off final.​ NFF Secretary General, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, said in an interview on AIT that FIFA has not communicated any verdict to the federation. He explained that if FIFA takes a decision, it will formally notify the NFF, adding that checks on official email channels have not shown any such correspondence.​ Sanusi queried the source of media claims that the case had been dismissed and challenged those making the assertions to […]

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