5 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles land in South Africa for Lesotho clash

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have reportedly arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier read more 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles land in South Africa for Lesotho clash

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34 h. 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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41 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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61 h. ago 2026 World Cup: FIFA appoints referees for Nigeria’s qualifiers against Lesotho, Benin

FIFA has confirmed the match officials for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures against Lesotho and Benin Republic. For the read more 2026 World Cup: FIFA appoints referees for Nigeria’s qualifiers against Lesotho, Benin

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3 d. 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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5 d. ago Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualification Important To Give Africa A Voice, Odegbami Tells Osimhen, Others

Segun Odegbami, a former Nigerian international, says African nations must speak with one voice to ensure equality and confront the injustice in global sports. The post Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualification Important To Give Africa A Voice, Odegbami Tells Osimhen, Others appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: FIFA sanctions South Africa for fielding ineligible player

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the South African Football Association (SAFA) for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, during their 2026 read more World Cup Qualifier: FIFA sanctions South Africa for fielding ineligible player

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7 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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2 w. ago Spain Reclaims Top Spot In FIFA World Rankings, Dethrones Argentina

  In a significant twist in the world of international football, Spain has reclaimed the top spot in the FIFA World Rankings for the first time since 2014, following a series of exhilarating FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Released on Thursday, the rankings reflect a dramatic shift in the pecking order, with world champions Argentina […]

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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 WC Qualifiers: NFF To Decide Chelle’s Future, Says NSC Chair Dikko

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, has clarified that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will decide the fate of Super Eagles’ head coach, Eric Chelle, amid mounting criticism over the Super Eagles’ stuttering 2026 World Cup qualification campaign Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’ on Monday, Dikko stressed that the […]

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3 w. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: Panic In South Africa As FIFA Sanctions Equatorial Guinea Over Ineligible Player

Concerns were mounting among football authorities and supporters in South Africa following the recent ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which upheld FIFA’s decision to penalise Equatorial Guinea for fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The West African nation has been docked six points—three from each of their […]

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3 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Sports Editors Voice Concerns Over Super Eagles’ Qualification Struggles

The Guild of Sports Editors of Nigeria, representing the nation’s sports media managers, has expressed profound disappointment regarding the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) management of the Super Eagles’ quest to qualify for the 2026 World Cup tournament. Currently sitting third in Group C of the African qualifying series, Nigeria has amassed 11 points, trailing behind […]

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3 w. ago WCQ: NFF Dismisses Statement Blaming Ekong, Dessers For Draw In S/Africa, To Punish Author

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dissociated itself from a post-match statement that criticised some Super Eagles players after their 1-1 draw with South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The statement, issued by NFF Director of Communications Ademola Olajire, specifically criticised forward Cyriel Dessers and captain William Troost-Ekong. It described Dessers as […] The post WCQ: NFF Dismisses Statement Blaming Ekong, Dessers For Draw In S/Africa, To Punish Author appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago WCQ: NFF Blasts Ekong, Dessers For Super Eagles’ Stalemate In South Africa

  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has criticised Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers after Tuesday’s 1-1 draw with South Africa in the 2026 World Cup qualifier. The federation also faulted captain William Troost-Ekong for his role in the disappointing result, which further dented Nigeria’s qualification hopes. The Eagles went into the game needing a victory […] The post WCQ: NFF Blasts Ekong, Dessers For Super Eagles’ Stalemate In South Africa appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Criticises Dessers, Faults Ekong After Super Eagles’ Draw With South Africa

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has openly criticised striker Cyriel Dessers and faulted team captain William Troost-Ekong following the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday in Bloemfontein. Nigeria, needing a win to revive fading hopes of qualifying for next year’s tournament in North America, suffered […]

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3 w. ago 2026 World Cup: List of 18 countries qualified for expanded football tournament

The race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is intensifying with less than a year to go before the kickoff. read more 2026 World Cup: List of 18 countries qualified for expanded football tournament

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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: 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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