44 h. ago Lookman, Ajibade, Iwobi, Gov. Eno emerge 2024 Pitch Awards winners

Super Eagles and Atalanta BC sensation, Ademola Lookman emerged winner of the Striker of the Year and King of the Pitch last night at the 11th award ceremony of the Nigeria Pitch Awards. The ceremony, held after the World Cup Qualifier between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Warriors of Zimbabwe at the Four […] The post Lookman, Ajibade, Iwobi, Gov. Eno emerge 2024 Pitch Awards winners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Nigeria’s W’Cup hopes suffering since I left office – Dalung

The former Minister of Youths and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has lamented the poor outing of Nigeria’s Super Eagles at the ongoing World Cup qualifiers. He heaped the blame on the poor sports management and administration. Speaking in an interview with newsmen on Wednesday at the Palace of the Emir of Ilorin in Ilorin, Kwara Read More

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62 h. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: “My Players Disappointed Me, We Must Fight For Second Place” –Super Eagles Coach

Super Eagles manager, Eric Chelle has expressed disappointment over Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Warriors of Zimbabwe in Group C 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier game. The three times champions of AFCON failed to record a home win on Tuesday, at Godswil Akpabio International Stadium, Akwa Ibom. Recall that Galatasaray’s forward, Victor Osimhen put Super Eagles […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifier: “My Players Disappointed Me, We Must Fight For Second Place” –Super Eagles Coach appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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64 h. ago 2026 WCQ: We could’ve scored 10 goals against Zimbabwe — Super Eagles coach, Chelle

By Seyi Babalola Eric Chelle, Super Eagles head coach, has stated that his team could have scored 10 goals against Zimbabwe in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Chelle witnessed the Super Eagles draw 1-1 with Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria grabbed the lead in the 74th minute through […] The post 2026 WCQ: We could’ve scored 10 goals against Zimbabwe — Super Eagles coach, Chelle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Mixed feelings as fans react to Super Eagles’ frustrating home draw

Nigerian football fans have expressed mixed reactions following the Super Eagles’ disappointing home draw in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State on Tuesday with many pointing out the team’s lack of coordination, poor finishing, and reliance on individual talent. Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes suffered another setback on Tuesday as the Super Eagles were held to a Read More

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3 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Osimhen Scores As Zimbabwe Hold Wasteful Super Eagles In Uyo

Super Eagles of Nigeria were held to a disappointing 1-1 by Zimbabwe in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying game in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State on Tuesday. The result put a dent on Nigeria’s chances of securing a place at the world most anticipating football event in USA. Victor Osimhen scored in the 74th minute […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Osimhen Scores As Zimbabwe Hold Wasteful Super Eagles In Uyo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago UPDATED: Super Eagles’ World Cup hopes hang in balance as Zimbabwe rally late

Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes suffered another setback on Tuesday as the Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Fresh from a 2-0 victory over Rwanda, Nigeria came into the game looking to build momentum in their qualification campaign. However, despite dominating Read More

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3 d. ago 2026 WC Qualifiers: Zimbabwe Dim Nigeria’s Chance As South Africa Beat Benin Republic

Zimbabwe held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw on Tuesday evening in a 2026 World Cup qualifiers, dimming the hope of the Super Eagles of reaching the competition. Details Later…

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3 d. ago Akwa Ibom offers free tickets for Super Eagles vs Zimbabwe match

The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced free tickets for the Super Eagles’ 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. In a statement on Monday, the state’s Commissioner for Sports, Paul Bassey, said Governor Umo Eno had purchased all 30,000 tickets to mobilise support for the Read More

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3 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Gov Eno Gifts Fans 30,000 Tickets To Cheer Super Eagles To Victory

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has procured 30,000 tickets for football fans and supporters ahead of the 2026 FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Zimbabwe’s warriors scheduled for Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. In a statement on Monday by […]

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4 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: Zimbabwe not scared of Super Eagles – Chirewa

Zimbabwe midfielder Tawanda Chirewa has vowed the Warriors will not be intimidated by the Super Eagles of Nigeria when they read more World Cup Qualifier: Zimbabwe not scared of Super Eagles – Chirewa

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4 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: “We Can’t Fear Nigeria” — Zimbabwe Forward Insists, Vows To Upset Eagles In Uyo

Zimbabwe forward, Tawanda Chirewa has expressed confidence ahead of their must-win World Cup qualifier game against Super Eagles in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Tawanda on Sunday, after a training session, told newsmen that the Warriors have no reason to fear Nigeria on Tuesday. The 21 year old star who put up an impressive display in […] The post World Cup Qualifier: “We Can’t Fear Nigeria” — Zimbabwe Forward Insists, Vows To Upset Eagles In Uyo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles focused on Zimbabwe clash – Ekong

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has described Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda as perfect statement to reignite their 2026 FIFA read more World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles focused on Zimbabwe clash – Ekong

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7 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: Osimhen Bags Brace As Super Eagles Beat Rwanda To Keep Nigeria’ Qualification Hopes Alive

Victor Osimhen’s brace helped Nigeria secured a crucial 2-0 win over Rwanda in their World Cup qualification Group C clash on Friday. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 11th minute, giving Coach Eric Chell’s side an early lead following a deadly cross from Ademola Lookman. The striker doubled Nigeria’s advantage in first-half stoppage time (45+3’), […] The post World Cup Qualifier: Osimhen Bags Brace As Super Eagles Beat Rwanda To Keep Nigeria’ Qualification Hopes Alive appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Osimhen overtakes Odegbami, now Nigeria’s 2nd highest goal scorer (Top 10)

By Seyi Babalola Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen surpassed the great Segun Odegbami in the list of Nigeria’s all-time leading scorer. This comes after his goal in the 11th minute of the Super Eagles’ 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali. Osimhen and Odegbami each had 23 goals going into the […] The post 2026 WCQ: Osimhen overtakes Odegbami, now Nigeria’s 2nd highest goal scorer (Top 10) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 2026 W/Cup Qualifier: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Break Kigali Jinx With Crucial Win Over Rwanda

In a thrilling encounter on matchday five of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, Nigeria’s Super Eagles overcame their Kigali foes, defeating Rwanda 2-0 at the Stade Amahoro Stadium on Friday evening. The victory marked a significant milestone for the Nigerian team, as they had struggled to secure wins in the Rwandan capital in all their […]

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7 d. ago Super Eagles Aim To Vanquish Rwandan Jinx In Crucial World Cup Qualifier

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be determined to break a long-standing curse as they face the high-flying Amavubi of Rwanda this Friday’s evening in a crucial Matchday 5 encounter of the FIFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers at the Amahori Stadium in Kigali. Despite Nigeria’s illustrious football history, they have yet to secure a victory […]

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8 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles focused on winning – Ademola Lookman

Ademola Lookman has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to secure victory against Rwanda, revealing the winning formula within the team ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers encounter against the Wasps today at the Amahoro Stadium. Rwanda can rightly be regarded as Nigeria’s bogey team, with the Super Eagles managing just […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles focused on winning – Ademola Lookman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Wizkid Applauds New Super Eagles Squad Ahead Of World Cup Qualifier

Nigerian Afrobeats star Wizkid has shared his approval of the Super Eagles’ preparations for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda in Kigali. It should be noted that Eric Chelle, the new head coach, conducted his first training session with the Super Eagles on Tuesday. Responding on his X handle on Wednesday, Wizkid […] The post Wizkid Applauds New Super Eagles Squad Ahead Of World Cup Qualifier appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago World Cup Qualifiers: Ejuke backs Super Eagles ahead of Rwanda and Zimbabwe showdown

Nigerian winger Chidera Ejuke has thrown his support behind the Super Eagles ahead of their crucial double-header 2026 FIFA World read more World Cup Qualifiers: Ejuke backs Super Eagles ahead of Rwanda and Zimbabwe showdown

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