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Chukwueze Boosts Super Eagles Squad in Lisbon Ahead of Portugal Friendly

AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze has joined the Super Eagles in Lisbon, strengthening Nigeria's squad ahead of the international friendly against Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The Super Eagles held their first training session in Lisbon on Friday as preparations gathered pace for next week's high-profile clash. The team was further boosted with Chukwueze's arrival, taking the number of players in camp to 23 under head coach Eric Chelle. The squad has since been strengthened by the arrivals of Alex Iwobi, Genk defender Christian Akpan, and now Chukwueze, bringing the team closer to full strength ahead of the clash scheduled for Wednesday in Leiria. Chukwueze had missed the Unity Cup tournament and the recent friendly against Poland following the passing and burial of his mother. His return to the national team comes as a major boost for […]

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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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Unity Cup Chelle to Defend Trophy with Experimental Squad

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has announced plans to defend the Unity Cup trophy with an experimental squad packed with debutants as he blends overseas talent and home-based players to refresh the national team. Chelle has named a 27-man squad for the Unity Cup tournament in London that includes 12 debutants, marking a significant overhaul of Nigeria's national team. The purpose is to test new faces and tactics ahead of more important competitive fixtures including the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and World Cup qualifiers. The squad features seven home-based players from the Nigeria Premier Football League including defenders Ego Ogbu of Slavia Prague in Czech Republic, Obinna Igboke of Enugu Rangers, Eleazer Utchoubi of Rivers United and Chibuzo Okputa of Enugu Rangers. The midfield roster includes Samson Tijani of Dukla Prague in Czech Republic, Ayobami Junior of […]

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Iwobi suffers hamstring scare in Fulham draw with Brentford

Alex Iwobi picked up an injury scare in Fulham’s goalless London derby draw with Brentford on Saturday.​ The Super Eagles midfielder limped off shortly before half time after feeling discomfort in his hamstring. He was replaced by his Nigerian international teammate Samuel Chukwueze.​ Fulham head coach Marco Silva has however moved to calm fears of a serious problem. After the match, he indicated that the initial assessment suggested the injury was not severe.​ The game marked Iwobi’s 255th Premier League start, underlining his experience and importance at this level. Silva will be hoping the 29 year old can return quickly as Fulham continue their push for a European place.​ Iwobi has been a key figure for the Whites this season, scoring four goals and providing three assists in 27 league appearances.​

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Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze loses mother after brief illness

Super Eagles winger and Fulham forward Samuel Chukwueze is mourning the death of his mother after a brief illness. The sad news was made public by his brother, David Chukwueze, who shared emotional tributes on his Instagram story. In his posts, he wrote messages such as “Can’t even post your picture to say RIP Mum,” “My forever love just left me without saying goodbye,” and “You didn’t even carry your grandchild.” Samuel Chukwueze, who was part of the Super Eagles squad that finished third at the recent Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, has not yet issued a public reaction. Earlier in the week, Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi also lost his father in a car accident, making it a particularly difficult period for the national team.

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Super Eagles train through New Year for AFCON knockout tie

The Super Eagles have skipped New Year holiday celebrations to resume preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 knockout rounds, returning to training in Fez ahead of Monday’s Round of 16 match.​The team held light workout sessions after topping Group C with a 3 1 win over Uganda, which sealed a perfect group stage record and underlined their strong form.​ Three players missed the latest training session: captain Victor Osimhen, right back Ryan Alebiosu and striker Cyriel Dessers.​Alebiosu is recovering from an injury picked up against Uganda, Dessers is managing a thigh complaint, while Osimhen was rested as a precaution to keep him fresh for the knockout games.​ Before training, some squad members took part in a media parley, answering questions as focus shifted fully from the group phase to the do or die knockout fixtures.​The Eagles will […]

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Nigeria 3 1 Uganda: Super Eagles seal perfect group record

Nigeria’s rotated Super Eagles side completed a perfect AFCON Group C campaign with a 3 1 win over Uganda in Fès, Morocco. Paul Onuachu scored once and Raphael Onyedika hit a brace as Nigeria finished with nine points from three games.​ Onuachu, preferred to Akor Adams as coach Eric Chelle made several changes from the wins over Tanzania and Tunisia, opened the scoring in the 28th minute. He finished calmly from a Fisayo Dele Bashiru cross just two minutes after Uganda’s veteran keeper Denis Onyango had denied him from close range.​ Nigeria had dominated from the start, with Samuel Chukwueze and Moses Simon threatening early. Chukwueze saw a 9th minute effort deflect off the wall and delivered a dangerous cross that almost found Onuachu, while Moses went close shortly before half time.​ After the break, Uganda briefly threatened as Rogers […]

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AFCON 2025 Nacional hero Osinachi backs Super Eagles for title

FIFA U 17 World Cup winner Christian Ebere Osinachi has backed the Super Eagles to win their fourth Africa Cup of Nations title at AFCON 2025 in Morocco. The 27 year old forward recently became a hero for Uruguay’s Club Nacional after scoring a 114th minute winner to secure the club’s 50th league title against rivals Atlético Peñarol.​ Nigeria have won AFCON three times in 1980, 1994 and 2013 and are chasing a first continental title in 12 years after finishing as runners up at the last edition in Cote d’Ivoire. Osinachi believes the team can respond to the disappointment of missing out on the 2026 World Cup inter continental play off ticket, which they lost to DR Congo in November.​ He admitted that the World Cup play off defeat was painful but insisted the Super Eagles have another chance […]

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Aiyegbeni tells Super Eagles to prepare for tougher AFCON tests

Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has urged Nigeria to prepare for tougher tests at the Africa Cup of Nations despite their 2–1 opening win over Tanzania.​ He praised Victor Osimhen’s hard work and movement but noted that the Galatasaray forward was unlucky not to score, even though he consistently found good positions in front of goal.​ Aiyegbeni highlighted the team’s attacking play in Fez, where Nigeria built moves through the flanks and quick combinations around the box. He said Alex Iwobi controlled key moments, linking well with Samuel Chukwueze and Ademola Lookman to create chances for Osimhen.​ He pointed to the number of opportunities created as proof that the system around the striker is working. However, he insisted that Nigeria must keep improving their creative midfield play if they want to go far at AFCON 2025.​ Quoting his comments […]

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Super Eagles squad profiled for AFCON Morocco 2025

Nigeria’s Super Eagles head into AFCON Morocco 2025 with a blend of experienced internationals and hungry newcomers determined to end the country’s 12 year wait for a fourth continental title. Coach Eric Sekou Chelle’s squad will open their Group C campaign against Tanzania at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, where they also face Tunisia and Uganda in the group phase.​ In goal, Stanley Nwabali retains his status as numero uno after his outstanding displays at AFCON 2023, backed by experienced Francis Uzoho and newcomer Amas Obasogie, who represents the future of the position. The defensive unit is anchored by versatile options including Chidozie Awaziem, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Bruno Onyemaechi, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Zaidu Sanusi, Igoh Ogbu and rising talent Ryan Alebiosu, giving Chelle multiple systems to deploy.​ Midfield leadership rests with captain Wilfred Ndidi, whose ball-winning and organisation underpin a group that […]

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