8 h. ago World Cup qualifier: MFA facilitates immediate return of Super Eagles

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has facilitated the swift return of the Super Eagles from Luanda, Angola, to Uyo for the 2026 World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic. The Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja. Ebienfa said: “In a prompt […] The post World Cup qualifier: MFA facilitates immediate return of Super Eagles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Super Eagles survive air scare as plane makes emergency landing

The Super Eagles narrowly escaped disaster on Saturday after the plane carrying the team from South Africa to Nigeria was read more Super Eagles survive air scare as plane makes emergency landing

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15 h. ago Cracked windshield forces aircraft carrying Super Eagles make emergency landing at Angola

The aircraft conveying Nigeria’s Super Eagles from South Africa to Uyo for their final World Cup qualifier against the Benin read more Cracked windshield forces aircraft carrying Super Eagles make emergency landing at Angola

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15 h. ago Cracked Plane Windscreen Delays Super Eagles’ Uyo Trip Ahead Of W/Cup Qualifier Against Benin Rep.

The Super Eagles’ trip to Uyo for Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against the Benin Republic has been delayed after the aircraft transporting the team developed a cracked windscreen mid-air. According to a statement issued by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Saturday, the ValueJet Airline aircraft conveying the squad from Polokwane, South […] The post Cracked Plane Windscreen Delays Super Eagles’ Uyo Trip Ahead Of W/Cup Qualifier Against Benin Rep. appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Super Eagles arrive in Uyo after emergency landing in Angola

The Super Eagles have landed in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, after they were forced to make an emergency return to Angola on Saturday due to a mid-air scare. According to the latest reports, the team touched down safely at the Victor Attah International Airport, Uyo, at 8:05 am on Sunday. The sports delegation was on the […] The post Super Eagles arrive in Uyo after emergency landing in Angola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago 2026 FIFA World Cup: Aircraft’s cracked windscreen delays Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo

The Nigeria Football Federation has stated that a cracked windscreen of the chartered ValueJet Airline aircraft that was conveying the Super Eagles’ delegation from Polokwane in South Africa to Uyo, for Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Benin Republic, has delayed the arrival of the players and officials in the Akwa Ibom State capital. […] The post 2026 FIFA World Cup: Aircraft’s cracked windscreen delays Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago 2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Final Battle: Aircraft’s cracked windscreen delays Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo

The Nigeria Football Federation has stated that a cracked windscreen of the chartered ValueJet Airline aircraft that was conveying the Super Eagles’ delegation from Polokwane in South Africa to Uyo, for Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Benin Republic, has delayed the arrival of the players and officials in the Akwa Ibom State capital. […] The post 2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Final Battle: Aircraft’s cracked windscreen delays Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Chelle confident despite Lookman suspension for Benin clash

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, says his team remains strong and focused despite the suspension of star winger Ademola read more 2026 WCQ: Chelle confident despite Lookman suspension for Benin clash

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39 h. ago Pressure Won’t Stop Super Eagles From Securing World Cup Ticket – Chelle

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, expressed optimism following Nigeria’s hard-fought 2-1 victory against the Crocodiles of Lesotho in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Friday. The win, secured by goals from William Troost-Ekong and Jerome Akor Adams, keeps the three-time African champions alive in Group C with 14 points. Speaking after the […] The post Pressure Won’t Stop Super Eagles From Securing World Cup Ticket – Chelle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Super Eagles Boost World Cup Hopes With Slim Win Over Lesotho

Nigeria need to beat Benin Republic to stand a chance at qualification to the 2026 World Cup The post Super Eagles Boost World Cup Hopes With Slim Win Over Lesotho appeared first on Channels Television.

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55 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Osimhen, Arokodare lead Super Eagles’ attack against Lesotho

Victor Osimhen has been picked in the Super Eagles starting line-up for the all-important 2026 World Cup Group A qualifier against Lesotho in Polokwane. Galatasaray’s striker has returned to the team after missing the last game against South Africa. He had suffered a bruised shin in the match against Rwanda at Uyo and had to […] The post 2026 WCQ: Osimhen, Arokodare lead Super Eagles’ attack against Lesotho appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Super Eagles: Missing 2006 World Cup affected our careers – Joseph Yobo

By John Ogunsemore Former Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo has recounted how missing the World Cup in 2006 stunted the careers of many players in that team. He made this known amid the current Super Eagles’ struggle to reach the 2026 World Cup in North America. With 11 points, Eric Chelle’s team sit in third […] The post Super Eagles: Missing 2006 World Cup affected our careers – Joseph Yobo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. ago Nigeria vs Lesotho: Super Eagles chase three points to keep World Cup hopes alive

Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman will spearhead Nigeria’s quest for three crucial points when the Super Eagles face Lesotho in read more Nigeria vs Lesotho: Super Eagles chase three points to keep World Cup hopes alive

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63 h. ago Eguavoen Distances Self From Super Eagles’ Job, Calls For Unity

Ahead of the Super Eagles’ final two World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho’s Crocodiles and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Friday and Tuesday respectively, Augustine Eguavoen, the former handler of the team and current technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation, has called for unity, emphasising that he has no interest in Eric Chelle’s […]

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65 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Chelle names world best striker ahead of Nigeria, Lesotho clash

Super Eagles of Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has chosen the best striker in the world right now. According to Chelle, Victor Osimhen is currently the best globally. Chelle is overjoyed that the Galatasaray striker has returned from the injury he received while playing for his country in the previous FIFA International qualifers. Osimhen is available […] The post 2026 WCQ: Chelle names world best striker ahead of Nigeria, Lesotho clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Eguavoen Distances Himself From Super Eagles Job, Calls For Unity

Ahead of the Super Eagles’ last two World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho’s Crocodiles and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Friday and Tuesday, respectively, Augustine Eguavoen, the former handler of the national team and current Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has called for unity, emphasising that he has no interest in […]

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3 d. ago Super Eagles Can Still Qualify For 2026 World Cup, Says Mikel

In a show of confidence ahead of the crucial matchday nine encounter between Nigeria and Lesotho, former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has insisted that the national team can still secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles are set to face the Crocodiless of Lesotho at the New Peter […]

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4 d. ago Olofinjana unveiled as SuperWinleague Lottery Brand Ambassador

Former Super Eagles midfielder and Chelsea of England Africa Chief Scouting Manager, Seyi George Olofinjana was on Wednesday, in Lagos, unveiled as the brand Ambassador of new lottery brand, SuperWinleague Lottery and football project. Speaking during the launch of the brand at the MTN office at Falomo, the Chief Operating officer of DayEmpire Sports Marketing […] The post Olofinjana unveiled as SuperWinleague Lottery Brand Ambassador appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Chelle welcomes 20 Super Eagles to camp ahead of Lesotho clash

Head Coach Eric Chelle will have a total of 20 players available for the Super Eagles’ second training session on read more 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Chelle welcomes 20 Super Eagles to camp ahead of Lesotho clash

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4 d. ago 2026 WQC: Chelle Sets For Training With 20 Eagles In Polokwane

Super Eagles head coach Eric Sekou Chelle is preparing for the Super Eagles’ second training session on Wednesday in Polokwane, with a squad of 20 players ready to gear up for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against the Crocodiles of Lesotho this Friday. By Tuesday night, 18 players had settled in at […]

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