30 h. ago 2026 World Cup Playoffs: CAF Names Venue For Super Eagles vs Gabon

The Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium, Rabat, will host the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs between Nigeria and Gabon. The 22,000 capacity ground is one of the best stadia in Morocco. Nigeria and Gabon will clash in the semi-final of the playoffs on Thursday, 13 November. It will be ninth meeting between the […]

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3 d. ago Super Falcons Aim To Excel On Global Stage, No Longer Just African Champions, Says Ajibade

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has stated that the team must strive to become global contenders, rather than merely perennial African champions. The Super Falcons are the most successful team on the continent, boasting 10 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations titles. The West Africans have qualified for every edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup […]

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3 d. ago 2026 World Cup: NFF confident Super Eagles will secure intercontinental play

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has expressed strong confidence that the Super Eagles will claim read more 2026 World Cup: NFF confident Super Eagles will secure intercontinental play-off spot

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4 d. ago Super Falcons edge Benin to book qualification for 2026 WAFCON

Ten-time African champions, the Super Falcons of Nigeria, have secured qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) read more Super Falcons edge Benin to book qualification for 2026 WAFCON

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5 d. ago WAFCON Qualifier: Madugu warns against complacency as Super Falcons battle Benin

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu says his team will approach Tuesday’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier read more WAFCON Qualifier: Madugu warns against complacency as Super Falcons battle Benin

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5 d. ago Alleged Misuse Of FIFA Funds Casts Shadow Over Nigeria’s Football Development

In a growing storm of controversy, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is facing fresh allegations regarding the misuse of FIFA funds, reigniting public scrutiny of the country’s football governance. The recent uproar began with former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh’s claims on the Home Turf podcast, where he accused the NFF of pocketing $1 million […]

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1 week ago Zimbabwe Sack German Coach Nees After Winless World Cup Campaign

The 58-year-old German won only two of 16 matches since taking charge last year, both against Namibia in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The post Zimbabwe Sack German Coach Nees After Winless World Cup Campaign appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago UCL: Osimhen Bags Brace In Galatasaray’s Win Over Bodø/Glimt

Osimhen's impressive form came on the heels of his hat-trick with the Super Eagles in Nigeria's 4-0 win over Benin Republic in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.  The post UCL: Osimhen Bags Brace In Galatasaray’s Win Over Bodø/Glimt appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago 9 African Nations Will Be At 2026 FIFA World Cup —Here’s How They Got There

The FIFA World Cup African qualifiers spanned almost two years. 53 out of the 54 recognised footballing nations by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) participated in the qualifiers. The post 9 African Nations Will Be At 2026 FIFA World Cup —Here’s How They Got There appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Super Eagles Cancels November Friendlies Against Vanezuela, Colombia Due To 2026 World Cup Play

The Super Eagles of Nigeria would no longer go ahead to play the friendlies against Venezuela and Colombia in the US next month as planned; a source close to the NFF revealed this to ESPN. Just last month, NFF announced that the Super Eagles would play Colombia at Citi Field in New York on November […] The post Super Eagles Cancels November Friendlies Against Vanezuela, Colombia Due To 2026 World Cup Play-offs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago South Africa’s Minister Wants Nigeria To Miss Out On 2026 World Cup Qualification

South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has publicly expressed his wish that Nigeria’s Super Eagles do not qualify for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. His comments come in light of the ongoing qualification campaign and the historical tensions between the two nations in football. During an interview with Radio 947 […]

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2 w. ago How Nigeria Qualified For CAF Africa Playoffs From The Most Competitive Group

I have been worried about the skewed narratives about Nigeria’s Super Eagles qualification for the FIFA World Cup Africa playoff tournament in Morocco next month. Most of these ignorant statements and misinformation have come from African journalists and Nigerians themselves more than foreigners. Let’s say that the fans are not aware of the FIFA / […]

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2 w. ago FIFA Rankings: Nigeria Breaks Into World’s Top 50, Now 41st Globally

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have climbed four places to 41st position in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, breaking back into Africa’s top five. Released on Friday, the new FIFA rankings marked a major improvement for Nigeria, who have climbed from 45th to 41st. The three-time African champions also moved ahead of Ivory Coast, now ranked […]

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2 w. ago Yamal Set To Return As Wounded Barca Start Clasico Countdown

Yamal missed the thrashing by Sevilla and then Spain's World Cup qualifiers with the recurrence of a groin problem. The post Yamal Set To Return As Wounded Barca Start Clasico Countdown appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago The Changing Face Of Nigerian Football: From Local Leagues To Global Recognition

Football is more than a sport in Nigeria — it’s a national identity, a heartbeat that unites people from Lagos to Kano, from Port Harcourt to Kaduna. For decades, the green and white jersey of the Super Eagles has symbolized pride, resilience, and unity. Yet, beyond the cheers and the emotional highs, Nigerian football is […]

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2 w. ago I’m Motivated To Help Gabon Qualify For World Cup – Aubameyang

Gabon striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has issued a rallying cry ahead of their clash with the Super Eagles, declaring his motivation to help Gabon secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following a strong qualifying campaign, Aubameyang is eager to face Nigeria in the playoffs set for Thursday, 13th November, in Morocco. Gabon, who […]

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2 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Tinubu hails Super Eagles, assures team of government support

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on their emphatic 4-0 victory over the Cheetahs of the Benin Republic, read more 2026 World Cup: Tinubu hails Super Eagles, assures team of government support

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2 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Mysterious Rat Disrupts Game As Belgium Beat Wales 4

With Halloween right around the corner, Wales and Belgium were given an early fright when their World Cup qualifier was temporarily suspended when a rat ran onto the pitch. After disrupting proceedings shortly after the hour mark on Monday, the rat, after a short tour of the Cardiff City Stadium’s pristine surface, was eventually shooed […]

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2 w. ago Atiku, Peter Obi Hail Super Eagles After 4–0 Win Over Benin In World Cup Qualifier

Although the win was not enough to earn the Eagles automatic qualification, it secured them a spot in the playoffs as one of the best second-placed teams. The post Atiku, Peter Obi Hail Super Eagles After 4–0 Win Over Benin In World Cup Qualifier appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Bafana Bafana Secure World Cup Spot With Impressive Victory Over Rwanda

South Africa thrashed Rwanda 3-0 in their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match in Group C played at the Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday night to book their ticket to the global showpiece. The result saw Bafana Bafana qualifying for the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA as Group C winners. Amavubi, on […]

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