3 d. ago Oliseh Backs Super Eagles Coach Chelle Despite World Cup Heartbreak

Sunday Oliseh has expressed his admiration for Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle. Chelle failed in his bid to qualify the Super Eagles for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to Democratic Republic of Congo in the final of the African playoffs. It was the Super Eagles’ first defeat under […]

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6 d. ago Pinnick blames new FIFA format for Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure

Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Amaju Pinnick has claimed the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA read more Pinnick blames new FIFA format for Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup failure

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6 d. ago New Qualification Format Cost Super Eagles’ World Cup Miss – Pinnick

Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation Amaju Pinnick has said that the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup was partly because of the revised qualification format. He noted that the team would have qualified if the 2018 qualification structure remained in place. He made the remarks on Monday at the […] The post New Qualification Format Cost Super Eagles’ World Cup Miss – Pinnick appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Lege Miami, Nwabali Clash On Social Media Over Eagles’ World Cup Exit

  Nollywood actor Lege Miami and Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, have engaged in a social media war of words following Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Super Eagles lost to the Democratic Republic of Congo last Sunday, a defeat that ended Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the […]

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2 w. ago NFF Apologises To Tinubu, Nigerians Over Super Eagles’ World Cup Miss

The Nigeria Football Federation has issued an open and sincere apology to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Government, and millions of Nigerians, particularly loyal football fans, following the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals. In a statement obtained from NFF’s X handle on Monday, the football […] The post NFF Apologises To Tinubu, Nigerians Over Super Eagles’ World Cup Miss appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Stakeholders decry Nigeria’s World Cup exit, urge reforms in football administration

Some football stakeholders have expressed disappointment over the Super Eagles’ exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, describing it read more Stakeholders decry Nigeria’s World Cup exit, urge reforms in football administration

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes dashed after defeat to DR Congo

Nigeria’s quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has ended in heartbreak after the Super Eagles fell 4-3 read more Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes dashed after defeat to DR Congo

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2 w. ago South Africa’s Football Chief Danny Jordan Backs Super Eagles Against DR Congo

South African Football Association (SAFA) President Danny Jordan has publicly pledged his support for the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff final against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday. The gesture comes just days after both Nigeria and Jordan’s South Africa were locked in a tense, […]

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2 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Osimhen brace fires Super Eagles to CAF play

The Super Eagles of Nigeria kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive after a Victor Osimhen brace inspired a read more 2026 World Cup: Osimhen brace fires Super Eagles to CAF play-off final

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2 w. ago Super Eagles Resume Training Ahead Of Gabon W/C playoff After Boycott Over Unpaid Bonuses, Allowances

The Super Eagles of Nigeria returned to training on Wednesday evening as preparations intensify for Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa playoff semi-final against Gabon. The squad had suspended training on Tuesday over a dispute concerning unpaid allowances, but the matter has now been resolved, allowing the team to focus on securing a place in […] The post Super Eagles Resume Training Ahead Of Gabon W/C playoff After Boycott Over Unpaid Bonuses, Allowances appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago 2026 WC Playoff: Super Eagles back in training, set for Gabon clash

Nigeria’s Super Eagles returned to training on Wednesday evening, refocusing on their 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa playoff semi-final clash read more 2026 WC Playoff: Super Eagles back in training, set for Gabon clash

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2 w. ago World Cup Playoffs: Super Eagles Boycott Training In Morocco Over Unpaid Allowances

Nigeria’s preparations for Thursday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against Gabon suffered a major setback on Tuesday as the Super Eagles players and officials boycotted training in Rabat, Morocco, over unresolved issues surrounding unpaid allowances and bonuses. According to veteran BBC journalist Oluwashina Okeleji, the entire squad, including backroom staff, refused to train on Tuesday due […] The post World Cup Playoffs: Super Eagles Boycott Training In Morocco Over Unpaid Allowances appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago WCQ Playoffs: Don’t Underestimate Gabon, Mikel Cautions Super Eagles

As anticipation builds for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier playoff, former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has issued a stern warning to the Nigerian national team, urging them to avoid the dangerous pitfall of underestimating Gabon. The two teams are set to clash on Thursday in what is expected to be a fiercely […]

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2 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Super Eagles boycott training over playoff bonuses

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs have suffered a setback as the Super Eagles boycotted their training read more 2026 World Cup: Super Eagles boycott training over playoff bonuses

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2 w. ago 2026 World Cup Playoffs: Super Eagles Boycott Training Over Unpaid Allowances

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have reportedly boycotted training in Morocco ahead of Thursday’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier playoff against Gabon, citing unpaid bonuses and allowances. Sources within the team camp revealed that some of the outstanding payments dated back nearly two years, sparking growing frustration among players and officials. The standoff comes at […]

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3 w. ago Lulu Confident Of Super Eagles’ Qualification For 2026 World Cup

Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Sani Lulu Abdullahi, has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to successfully navigate the World Cup playoffs and qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking during an appearance on the ECN Hard Truths Podcast, Lulu stated that he is optimistic the current NFF leadership, […]

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