3 h. ago FIFA World Rankings: Super Eagles Slip To 45th On Global Index, Remain 6th In Africa

In the latest FIFA World Rankings released on Thursday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have experienced a further decline, dropping to 45th place worldwide, and remaining 6th in Africa. This disappointing trend continues amid a lacklustre performance in the 2026 World Cup Qualifying campaign, led by Coach Eric Chelle. The latest rankings mark a drop […]

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3 h. 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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56 h. 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 d. 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 d. 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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6 d. ago “NFF Board Must Resign If Super Eagles Fail To Qualify For 2026 World Cup” – Mikel Obi

Ex-Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has insisted that the Nigeria Football Federation board must resign should the country fail to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On Thursday, speaking on the Obi One Podcast, the former Chelsea midfielder cautioned that failing to qualify for the World Cup for a second consecutive time […] The post “NFF Board Must Resign If Super Eagles Fail To Qualify For 2026 World Cup” – Mikel Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NFF disowns statement faulting Ekong, Dessers for Eagles draw

By John Ogunsemore The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has said it did not authorise the release of the viral statement blaming Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong and striker, Cyril Dessers for Tuesday’s draw against South Africa. Troost-Ekong, who scored an own goal, and an ineffective Dessers were subbed off as Eric Chelle’s side pulled a […] The post NFF disowns statement faulting Ekong, Dessers for Eagles draw appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. 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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7 d. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Denies Rebuking Ekong, Dessers Over 1

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has distanced itself from a controversial press release that singled out Captain Troost Ekong and Cyriel Dessers for blame following the Super Eagles’ disappointing 1-1 draw against South Africa in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. Nigeria needed a victory to maintain their hopes of securing […]

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7 d. 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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8 d. 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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8 d. ago 2026 WCQ: We will keep fighting despite draw with Bafana — Super Eagles coach Chelle

By Seyi Babalola Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles’ head coach, has stated that his team will not give up in their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After a 1-1 draw with South Africa in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night, the three-time African champions suffered a significant setback in their quest to qualify […] The post 2026 WCQ: We will keep fighting despite draw with Bafana — Super Eagles coach Chelle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Bafana Bafana coach, Broos reacts to Bassey’s goal

South Africa’s head coach, Hugo Broos, has commented on Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey’s goal against his team. Broos witnessed Bafana Bafana’s 1-1 tie with Nigeria in Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier in Bloemfontein. William Troost-Ekong’s own goal gave the hosts the lead after 22 minutes. However, Bassey equalised for Nigeria just before halftime, bundling the […] The post 2026 WCQ: Bafana Bafana coach, Broos reacts to Bassey’s goal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago 2026 WCQ: FIFA Clarifies Qualification Debacle Ahead South Africa, Nigeria Clash

World football governing body, FIFA, has issued an official communication hours before the highly anticipated World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Nigeria on Tuesday, clarifying the permutations in Africa’s Group C. Bafana Bafana sit top of the group with 16 points, six clear of the Super Eagles who have struggled with just two wins […]

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9 d. 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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9 d. ago Osimhen Injury: “We’re Always Concerned Whenever He Leaves For International Duty” – Galatasaray Manager

Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has confessed that the Turkish champions always feel unsettled whenever their star striker, Victor Osimhen, departs to play for Nigeria. On Saturday, the Super Eagles striker—an essential figure for both Nigeria and his club—was forced to come off after sustaining a foot injury during the team’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in […] The post Osimhen Injury: “We’re Always Concerned Whenever He Leaves For International Duty” – Galatasaray Manager appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles face a make or break clash against South Africa

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will battle South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at read more 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles face a make or break clash against South Africa

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9 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles determined to defeat South Africa – Ekong

William Troost-Ekong has assured millions of fans that the Super Eagles are fully determined to secure victory when they face read more 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles determined to defeat South Africa – Ekong

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9 d. ago Estranged Wife Accuses Super Eagles Goalkeeper, Lover Of Threat To Her Life, Children

  Tosin Olorunleke Ojo, wife of Super Eagles goalkeeper’s Olorunleke Ojo, has raised the alarm over what she described as threats to her life and that of her children. In a lengthy post on her verified Facebook account on Monday, Tosin accused her husband and a woman identified as Precious Daniels of subjecting her and […]

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9 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Eagles Will Approach Bafana Bafana Match With Confidence, Says Captain Ekong

  Super Eagles captain, William Ekong has assured that there will be no diffidence in the Super Eagles’ play when they take on South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a potentially-explosive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night. The Saudi Arabia-based defender said the Eagles will also not be thinking of their […]

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