7 h. 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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7 h. 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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8 h. 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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8 h. 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 h. 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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12 h. ago PREVIEW: Nigeria Clash With South Africa In Crucial World Cup Qualifier

As fans await the crucial tie, both teams know the game will not be a walk in the park. Will the Super Eagles triumph and reignite their World Cup qualification hopes? Only 90 minutes will tell! The post PREVIEW: Nigeria Clash With South Africa In Crucial World Cup Qualifier appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. 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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27 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Ikpeba backs Super Eagles to defeat South Africa without Osimhen

Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba has expressed confidence that the Super Eagles can overcome South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in their read more 2026 WCQ: Ikpeba backs Super Eagles to defeat South Africa without Osimhen

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27 h. ago 2026 W’Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Land In Bloemfontein To Rousing Welcome

Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the Republic of South Africa, Ambassador Tope Ajayi, and the Senior Special Assistant to Mr. President on Grassroots Sports Development, Sir Adeyinka Adeboye, led a team of top officials of the Mission, the National Sports Commission (NSC) and members of the Nigerian community in South Africa to welcome the Super Eagles […]

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35 h. ago Super Eagles Arrive In South Africa For Crucial World Cup Match Without Osimhen

The Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa yesterday morning ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifier (Matchday 8) clash against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana. The journey to South Africa was not without uncertainty, as South African aviation authorities initially withheld a landing permit for the Nigerian chartered flight. Fortunately, the […]

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48 h. ago World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles arrive in Bloemfontein ahead of South Africa showdown

The Super Eagles landed in Bloemfontein on Sunday evening ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South read more World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles arrive in Bloemfontein ahead of South Africa showdown

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51 h. ago Osimhen Returns To Turkey As Super Eagles Depart For Crucial World Cup Qualifier In South Africa

After a hard fought 1-0 victory against Amavubi of Rwanda on Saturday evening in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, the Super Eagles of Nigeria departed for South Africa on Sunday for another crucial and a must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match. The team is set to face the Bafana Bafana in what promises to be […]

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52 h. 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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52 h. 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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57 h. ago Osimhen To Miss Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifier Clash Against South Africa After Injury Setback

Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen has been sidelined and will miss Tuesday’s vital 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein. The striker was forced off midway through the first half of Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Uyo, following a tackle from Claude Niyomugabo. An update from the team’s camp on Sunday confirmed that […] The post Osimhen To Miss Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifier Clash Against South Africa After Injury Setback appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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59 h. ago World Cup Qualifiers: Osimhen ruled out of Bafana Bafana clash

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been excluded from Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifying match against South Africa in Bloemfontein. The update comes after Osimhen picked up an injury during Saturday’s match against Rwanda, which ended 1-0 in favour of the Nigerian team. Information from the Super Eagles camp on Sunday revealed that Osimhen has […] The post World Cup Qualifiers: Osimhen ruled out of Bafana Bafana clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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62 h. ago 2026WCQ: Rwanda was tired – Chelle speaks on Nigeria’s victory

Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has attributed the team’s victory over Rwanda in the 2026 World Cup Qualifier match on Saturday to their opponents getting tired. The Nigerian team managed to scrape a win in Uyo thanks to a goal from Tolu Arokodare, with Chelle expressing happiness with the three points earned. Speaking in a […] The post 2026WCQ: Rwanda was tired – Chelle speaks on Nigeria’s victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. 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 d. 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 d. 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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