63 h. 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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2 w. ago World Cup Qualifier: FIFA probes South Africa over ineligible player

Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes have been reignited as FIFA has launched disciplinary proceedings against South Africa for fielding an read more World Cup Qualifier: FIFA probes South Africa over ineligible player

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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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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Dissolve NFF If Nigeria Don’t Make 2026 World Cup — Mikel Obi

Nigeria requires a miracle to reach the next World Cup after drawing South Africa in a Group C qualification race for the competition. The post Dissolve NFF If Nigeria Don’t Make 2026 World Cup — Mikel Obi appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Football Expert Demands NFF Reform Amid World Cup Qualifying Crisis

In the wake of a disappointing 1-1 draw against South Africa in a critical World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday, with Nigeria’s hopes of participating in the 2026 World Cup are now hanging in the balance, FIFA-licensed match agent and sports facilities expert, Ebi Ezekiel Egbe, has urged the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation […]

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3 w. 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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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 South Africa Maintain Lead, Share Points With Nigeria In Thrilling World Cup Qualifier

In a fiercely contested 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday evening, South Africa and Nigeria played to a dramatic 1-1 draw at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. The result left South Africa on 17 points at the top of the group and Nigeria on 11 points in second spot. The match began with a […]

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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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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach

By Seyi Babalola Former Nigeria coach Samson Siasia has advised Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle to make the most of Ademola Lookman’s set-piece ability and Tolu Arokodare’s physical presence when they face South Africa in a key 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday (today). Nigeria travels to Bloemfontein after a narrow 1-0 victory over […] The post 2026 WCQ: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare – Siasia to Super Eagles coach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria under pressure ahead of South Africa clash – Bafana striker

Bafana Bafana striker Lyle Foster believes the pressure is on Nigeria as South Africa gear up for their crunch 2026 read more World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria under pressure ahead of South Africa clash – Bafana striker

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3 w. ago Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa read more Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against South Africa

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3 w. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifies: Arokodare gifts Eagles slim victory to close gap against group leaders

…As Morocco emerges first African team to qualify The Super Eagles of Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying challenges got a read more 2026 World Cup Qualifies: Arokodare gifts Eagles slim victory to close gap against group leaders

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3 w. ago Broos: South Africa‘ll seal World Cup qualification against Nigeria

South Africa coach Hugo Broos has stated that they are looking to seal their place World Cup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by beating the Super Eagles of Nigeria when they lock horns next Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Bafana Bafana tightened their grip at the summit of Group C on Friday, with a comprehensive […] The post Broos: South Africa‘ll seal World Cup qualification against Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago WC Qualifier: Osimhen Suffers Ankle Injury, May Miss Nigeria’s Next Match Against South Africa

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, was forced to leave Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in the 36th minute on Saturday evening in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, after suffering an injury to his left ankle. The 26-year-old forward, who started in Nigeria’s lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers Group […]

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3 w. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria edge Rwanda to keep qualification hopes alive

Nigeria’s Super Eagles revived their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Rwanda on Saturday read more 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria edge Rwanda to keep qualification hopes alive

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3 w. ago 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Nigeria vs Rwanda match

By Seyi Babalola Nigeria will face Rwanda in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Saturday evening, hoping to keep their dreams alive. South Africa’s lead in Group C tightened following Friday’s results. Goals from Mohau Nkota, Lyle Foster, and Oswin Appollis gave Bafana Bafana all three points. They now have a tally of 16 points, […] The post 2026 WCQ: All you need to know about Nigeria vs Rwanda match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Nigeria’s World Cup Hopes Dwindle As Rivals Secure Key Victories

In a terrible blow to Nigeria’s aspirations of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Super Eagles saw their chances diminish on Friday as South Africa and Benin Republic achieved vital wins, further widening the gap in Group C. South Africa took a commanding step towards clinching the group’s sole ticket for their second […]

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4 w. ago Shabalala eager for Bafana breakthrough ahead of Super Eagles clash

Kaizer Chiefs forward Mduduzi Shabalala says he is determined to help South Africa’s Bafana Bafana qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the crucial Nigeria vs South Africa World Cup qualifier set for Tuesday in Bloemfontein. The 21-year-old forward was named in Hugo Broos’ squad for the qualifiers against Lesotho (Friday) and Nigeria (Tuesday), […] The post Shabalala eager for Bafana breakthrough ahead of Super Eagles clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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