98 m. ago Eric Chelle Makes Late Changes To Super Eagles Squad Ahead Of 2026 W/Cup Qualifiers

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made two last-minute adjustments to Nigeria’s 23-man squad ahead of the final 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic. The changes come after injuries ruled out forward Cyriel Dessers and winger Bright Osayi-Samuel. In their places, Chelle has called up Uche Christantus to replace Dessers, […] The post Eric Chelle Makes Late Changes To Super Eagles Squad Ahead Of 2026 W/Cup Qualifiers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Chelle drafts late replacements for two injured Super Eagles stars

By John Ogunsemore Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has announced replacements for two stars ahead of the final round of qualification games for the 2026 World Cup. The Super Eagles will face Lesotho and Benin Republic on October 10 and October 14 respectively. Chelle unveiled his 23-man squad for the encounters on Friday. However, […] The post 2026 WCQ: Chelle drafts late replacements for two injured Super Eagles stars appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Chelle Names Ekong, Osimhen, 21 Others For Crocodiles, Cheetahs Battles

Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has announced a squad of 23 players comprising the captain of the team, William Ekong and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali for this month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and the Benin Republic. Other team members include defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred […]

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6 d. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA sanctions Bafana Bafana for fielding ineligible player

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has been sanctioned by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee for fielding Teboho Mokoena, an ineligible player, in the March 21, 2025, 2026 FIFA World Cup preliminary qualifier between South Africa and Lesotho. FIFA claims that SAFA’s action violated both Article 14 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Preliminary Competition Regulations […] The post 2026 WCQ: FIFA sanctions Bafana Bafana for fielding ineligible player appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Docks South Africa 3 Points, Imposes $12,541 Fine

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed sanctions on the South African Football Association (SAFA) for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, during the match between South Africa and Lesotho on March 21, 2025, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. In a statement released through FIFA’s media channels on Monday, the committee concluded that […]

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1 week ago 2026 WCQ: South Africa Unfazed By FIFA Investigation Over Mokoena’s Eligibility

The South African Football Association (SAFA) has expressed confidence following FIFA’s announcement that it has launched disciplinary proceedings regarding the fielding of suspended midfielder Teboho Mokoena in a FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in March. FIFA confirmed last week that it would investigate South Africa’s decision to include Mokoena in their 2-0 victory over […]

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2 w. ago Super Eagles Drop To 45th In Latest FIFA World Rankings, Remain Sixth In Africa

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped one spot in the latest FIFA World Rankings, moving from 44th to 45th in the world, while remaining sixth among African nations. FIFA released the updated rankings on Thursday via its official X account, reflecting Nigeria’s continued challenges under Coach Eric Chelle during a rocky start to the 2026 World […] The post Super Eagles Drop To 45th In Latest FIFA World Rankings, Remain Sixth In Africa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clears South Africa In Player Eligibility Case

In a devastating blow for Nigeria and Benin Republic’s quest for a 2026 World Cup ticket, football’s governing body, FIFA has ruled out any disciplinary action against South Africa regarding allegations of fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This decision effectively extinguishes Nigeria’s hopes of benefiting from administrative sanctions within […]

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2 w. ago Champions League: Osimhen set to start for Galatasaray against Frankfurt

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen might start for Galatasaray against Frankfurt in their first Champions League match of the season. Osimhen suffered a bruised shin during Nigeria’s 1-0 victory against Rwanda in a 2026 World Cup qualifier at Uyo, Akwa Ibom. Since then, the 26-year-old has not appeared for Cim Bom Aslan. Galatasaray may have […] The post Champions League: Osimhen set to start for Galatasaray against Frankfurt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Why FIFA may not punish Bafana Bafana – Rayond Hack

Rayond Hack, an attorney and sports administrator, has expressed concern about the world football governing body’s delay in sanctioning Bafana Bafana for using an ineligible player during the ongoing World Cup qualifying series. According to Hack, FIFA may be contemplating the fact that Lesotho, the team immediately harmed by South Africa’s move, did not object […] The post 2026 WCQ: Why FIFA may not punish Bafana Bafana – Rayond Hack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: We will keep fighting despite draw with Bafana — Super Eagles coach Chelle

By Seyi Babalola Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles’ head coach, has stated that his team will not give up in their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After a 1-1 draw with South Africa in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night, the three-time African champions suffered a significant setback in their quest to qualify […] The post 2026 WCQ: We will keep fighting despite draw with Bafana — Super Eagles coach Chelle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Bafana Bafana coach, Broos reacts to Bassey’s goal

South Africa’s head coach, Hugo Broos, has commented on Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey’s goal against his team. Broos witnessed Bafana Bafana’s 1-1 tie with Nigeria in Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier in Bloemfontein. William Troost-Ekong’s own goal gave the hosts the lead after 22 minutes. However, Bassey equalised for Nigeria just before halftime, bundling the […] The post 2026 WCQ: Bafana Bafana coach, Broos reacts to Bassey’s goal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Haaland grabs 5 goals, Aasgaard 4 as Norway demolish Moldova

By John Ogunsemore Erling Haaland and Thelo Aasgaard grabbed five and four goals respectively as Norway thrashed Moldova 11-1 in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday night. The Manchester City striker scored Norway’s second of the night after Felix Horn Myhre opened the floodgates in the sixth minute. He grabbed four more, with two […] The post 2026 WCQ: Haaland grabs 5 goals, Aasgaard 4 as Norway demolish Moldova appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clarifies Qualification Debacle Ahead South Africa, Nigeria Clash

World football governing body, FIFA, has issued an official communication hours before the highly anticipated World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Nigeria on Tuesday, clarifying the permutations in Africa’s Group C. Bafana Bafana sit top of the group with 16 points, six clear of the Super Eagles who have struggled with just two wins […]

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Bafana Bafana vs Super Eagles match

The Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein will take centre stage on Tuesday when South Africa’s Bafana Bafana face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in a key 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. As Group C approaches its finale, both teams are under pressure to produce a result. South Africa wants to cement its position at the top of […] The post 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Bafana Bafana vs Super Eagles match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Eagles Will Approach Bafana Bafana Match With Confidence, Says Captain Ekong

  Super Eagles captain, William Ekong has assured that there will be no diffidence in the Super Eagles’ play when they take on South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a potentially-explosive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night. The Saudi Arabia-based defender said the Eagles will also not be thinking of their […]

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Eguavoen speaks on Super Eagles vs Bafana Bafana clash

Augustine Eguavoen, technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has declared that the Super Eagles cannot afford to lose to the South African team Bafana Bafana. The Super Eagles, who beat Rwanda’s Amavubi 1-0 in Uyo last Saturday, trail South Africa by six points in Group C. Another victory over Bafana Bafana will reduce […] The post 2026 WCQ: Eguavoen speaks on Super Eagles vs Bafana Bafana clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach

By Seyi Babalola Former Nigeria coach Samson Siasia has advised Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle to make the most of Ademola Lookman’s set-piece ability and Tolu Arokodare’s physical presence when they face South Africa in a key 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday (today). Nigeria travels to Bloemfontein after a narrow 1-0 victory over […] The post 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Ikpeba backs Super Eagles to defeat South Africa without Osimhen

Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba has expressed confidence that the Super Eagles can overcome South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in their read more 2026 WCQ: Ikpeba backs Super Eagles to defeat South Africa without Osimhen

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: South Africa Stars Acknowledge Challenge Of Facing Nigeria

Mohau Nkota, the attacking midfielder for Bafana Bafana, has admitted that playing against Nigeria’s Super Eagles is always a formidable task. Following a convincing 3-0 victory over Lesotho at Free State Stadium, Bafana currently tops Group C with 16 points from seven matches, buoyed by four consecutive wins over Benin and Zimbabwe. Benin sits in […]

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