67 h. ago Nigeria’s Super Eagles Kick Off AFCON Campaign Against Tanzania

Nigeria’s Super Eagles begin their pursuit of a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title today, facing Tanzania’s Taifa Stars at the Fez Stadium in Fez, Morocco. The Super Eagles enter the tournament after a disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, having fallen to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the final of the […]

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8 d. ago 2026 World Cup: Winners to pocket $50m as FIFA targets $13bn revenue

World football’s governing body, FIFA, has announced record prize money for the 2026 World Cup, representing a 50 per cent read more 2026 World Cup: Winners to pocket $50m as FIFA targets $13bn revenue

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8 d. ago DR Congo share players’ eligibility status, warn Nigeria against ‘backdoor W’Cup qualification’

DR Congo’s football body warns Nigeria against a ‘backdoor’ World Cup qualification amid a FIFA protest over player eligibility and dual citizenship laws. Read More: https://punchng.com/dr-congo-share-players-eligibility-status-warn-nigeria-against-backdoor-wcup-qualification/

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8 d. ago “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has reacted to reports that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) petitioned FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by the Leopards during the 2026 World Cup playoffs in Morocco. Responding to the development, the Congolese team, through a post on its official Instagram page on Tuesday night, warned Nigeria […] The post “Don’t Try To Reach 2026 W/Cup From Backdoor” – DR Congo Slams Nigeria Over Petition To FIFA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Hopes Revived As FIFA Investigatives DR Congo For Playing Nine Ineligibility Players During Africa Play

FIFA investigates alleged ineligible players in DR Congo squad, leaving Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualification hopes alive. Nigeria’s hopes of a return to the FIFA World Cup remain alive as world football’s governing body continues to scrutinise the eligibility of players fielded by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) during the African playoffs for […] The post Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Hopes Revived As FIFA Investigatives DR Congo For Playing Nine Ineligibility Players During Africa Play-Offs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes reignited as NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo eligibility

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has petitioned FIFA over DR Congo for allegedly fielding ineligible players during the CAF playoff read more 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes reignited as NFF petitions FIFA over DR Congo eligibility

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1 week ago 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes revived by DR Congo players’ ineligibility claims

Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have reportedly been reignited following claims that DR Congo may read more 2026 World Cup: Nigeria’s hopes revived by DR Congo players’ ineligibility claims

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1 week ago Super Eagles Urged To Forge New Narrative At AFCON After World Cup Heartbreak

With the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Morocco just few days away (21st December 2025 – 18th January 2026), the executive committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a rallying cry to the Super Eagles to “completely forget the unfortunate ending to the FIFA World Cup playoffs” and instead “use […]

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1 week ago 2026 World Cup: FIFA urged to stop ticket sales over exorbitant prices

FIFA has been urged to suspend ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup after fans raised complaints about “extortionate” prices, read more 2026 World Cup: FIFA urged to stop ticket sales over exorbitant prices

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2 w. ago 2025 AFCON: FIFA’s extra week highlights rising value of African stars in Europe

FIFA’s decision to delay the release of African players for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have opened an read more 2025 AFCON: FIFA’s extra week highlights rising value of African stars in Europe

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2 w. ago Football Icons Unite As Ronaldo, Totti, Others Set To Unveil FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedules

The footballing world is buzzing with anticipation as FIFA prepares for a monumental reveal on Saturday, December 6, 2025. In a spectacle set to captivate fans globally, the updated match schedule for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 will be unveiled, with an illustrious line-up of legends joining FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This is no […]

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2 w. ago Trump to take center stage at 2026 World Cup draw in Washington

Donald Trump is set to play a prominent part in the star-studded 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, mapping the path for the first 48-team finals. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-to-take-center-stage-at-2026-world-cup-draw-in-washington/

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3 w. ago Iran to attend 2026 World Cup draw despite visa boycott threat

Iran will attend Friday’s 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., despite earlier threats by the country’s football federation to read more Iran to attend 2026 World Cup draw despite visa boycott threat

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3 w. ago FIFA World Cup Trophy Touches Down In Washington DC Ahead Of 2026 Draw

Washington, D.C., in the United States, has rolled out the red carpet for the FIFA World Cup Trophy as it makes a highly anticipated tour of the US capital. The iconic trophy’s arrival precedes the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026, scheduled for Friday, 5th December. The football’s most coveted prize was unveiled […]

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3 w. ago FIFA Extends Deadline For Clubs To Release Players For AFCON

Star players like Mohamed Salah, Bryan Mbeumo, and Achraf Hakimi will be able to represent their clubs for an additional week until 15 December before joining their national teams for the Africa Cup of Nations, FIFA announced yesterday. Top European clubs, including Salah’s Liverpool, Mbeumo’s Manchester United, and Hakimi’s Paris Saint-Germain, face the possibility of […]

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3 w. ago Football World Gears Up For 2026 World Cup Draw As Trump Presides

On Friday, Trump and Infantino's burgeoning bromance will be back on display when they take centre stage at the draw for the 2026 World Cup in Washington. The post Football World Gears Up For 2026 World Cup Draw As Trump Presides appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Waldrum queries NFF over alleged $960,000 FIFA World Cup grant

Former Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum has challenged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to account for the $960,000 he read more Waldrum queries NFF over alleged $960,000 FIFA World Cup grant

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3 w. ago Waldrum Questions NFF Over Use Of $960,000 FIFA World Cup Grant

He criticised the handling of the team’s October 2022 friendly in Japan, describing the trip as poorly arranged and physically draining. The post Waldrum Questions NFF Over Use Of $960,000 FIFA World Cup Grant appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. 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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4 w. 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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