97 m. 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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14 h. 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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15 h. ago 2026 W’Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Land In Bloemfontein To Rousing Welcome

Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the Republic of South Africa, Ambassador Tope Ajayi, and the Senior Special Assistant to Mr. President on Grassroots Sports Development, Sir Adeyinka Adeboye, led a team of top officials of the Mission, the National Sports Commission (NSC) and members of the Nigerian community in South Africa to welcome the Super Eagles […]

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23 h. 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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23 h. ago Super Eagles Arrive In South Africa For Crucial World Cup Match Without Osimhen

The Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa yesterday morning ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifier (Matchday 8) clash against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana. The journey to South Africa was not without uncertainty, as South African aviation authorities initially withheld a landing permit for the Nigerian chartered flight. Fortunately, the […]

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23 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles to commence first training in Bloemfontein

The Super Eagles will hold their first and only training session at Bloemfontein on Monday night (today). The session, which will take place at Toyota Stadium, will begin at 6 p.m. Nigerian time. Promise Efoghe, the team’s media officer, announced that the first 15 minutes of training will be open to the media and supporters. […] The post 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles to commence first training in Bloemfontein appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Nigeria–South Africa ties deepen as MTN media summit opens in Johannesburg

Nigeria and South Africa are drawing closer together through the prism of media and education, as MTN Nigeria, the University read more Nigeria–South Africa ties deepen as MTN media summit opens in Johannesburg

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35 h. ago World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles arrive in Bloemfontein ahead of South Africa showdown

The Super Eagles landed in Bloemfontein on Sunday evening ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South read more World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles arrive in Bloemfontein ahead of South Africa showdown

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38 h. ago Osimhen Returns To Turkey As Super Eagles Depart For Crucial World Cup Qualifier In South Africa

After a hard fought 1-0 victory against Amavubi of Rwanda on Saturday evening in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, the Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa on Sunday for another crucial and a must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match. The team is set to face the Bafana Bafana in what promises to be […]

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39 h. ago World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria under pressure ahead of South Africa clash – Bafana striker

Bafana Bafana striker Lyle Foster believes the pressure is on Nigeria as South Africa gear up for their crunch 2026 read more World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria under pressure ahead of South Africa clash – Bafana striker

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40 h. ago Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa read more Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

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44 h. ago Osimhen To Miss Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifier Clash Against South Africa After Injury Setback

Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen has been sidelined and will miss Tuesday’s vital 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein. The striker was forced off midway through the first half of Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Uyo, following a tackle from Claude Niyomugabo. An update from the team’s camp on Sunday confirmed that […] The post Osimhen To Miss Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifier Clash Against South Africa After Injury Setback appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago World Cup Qualifiers: Osimhen ruled out of Bafana Bafana clash

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been excluded from Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifying match against South Africa in Bloemfontein. The update comes after Osimhen picked up an injury during Saturday’s match against Rwanda, which ended 1-0 in favour of the Nigerian team. Information from the Super Eagles camp on Sunday revealed that Osimhen has […] The post World Cup Qualifiers: Osimhen ruled out of Bafana Bafana clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Real challenges we face in Africa are typically regulatory – Wale Tinubu

Says Africa can achieve energy self-sufficiency in 25 years The real challenges Africa faces are typically regulatory, with shifting government read more Real challenges we face in Africa are typically regulatory – Wale Tinubu

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56 h. ago Broos: South Africa‘ll seal World Cup qualification against Nigeria

South Africa coach Hugo Broos has stated that they are looking to seal their place World Cup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by beating the Super Eagles of Nigeria when they lock horns next Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Bafana Bafana tightened their grip at the summit of Group C on Friday, with a comprehensive […] The post Broos: South Africa‘ll seal World Cup qualification against Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago 2026WCQ: Eric Chelle Hails Nigeria’s Win Vs Rwanda, Sets Sights On South Africa

The coach believes the win gives the Super Eagles hope heading to another crunch encounter with South Africa on Tuesday.  The post 2026WCQ: Eric Chelle Hails Nigeria’s Win Vs Rwanda, Sets Sights On South Africa appeared first on Channels Television.

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60 h. ago WC Qualifier: Osimhen Suffers Ankle Injury, May Miss Nigeria’s Next Match Against South Africa

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, was forced to leave Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in the 36th minute on Saturday evening in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, after suffering an injury to his left ankle. The 26-year-old forward, who started in Nigeria’s lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers Group […]

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61 h. ago JUST IN: Super Eagles Pip Rwanda To Keep Slim World Cup Qualification Hopes Alive

Nigeria will play South Africa next as they hope to revive their campaign. The post JUST IN: Super Eagles Pip Rwanda To Keep Slim World Cup Qualification Hopes Alive appeared first on Channels Television.

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61 h. ago UPDATED: Super Eagles Pip Rwanda To Keep Slim World Cup Qualification Hopes Alive

Nigeria will play South Africa next as they hope to revive their campaign after a poor start. The post UPDATED: Super Eagles Pip Rwanda To Keep Slim World Cup Qualification Hopes Alive appeared first on Channels Television.

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66 h. ago 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Nigeria vs Rwanda match

By Seyi Babalola Nigeria will face Rwanda in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Saturday evening, hoping to keep their dreams alive. South Africa’s lead in Group C tightened following Friday’s results. Goals from Mohau Nkota, Lyle Foster, and Oswin Appollis gave Bafana Bafana all three points. They now have a tally of 16 points, […] The post 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Nigeria vs Rwanda match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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