Man Utd inquire about Borussia Dortmund forward who chose Germany over Nigeria
Published: November 15, 2025
Manchester United have made an inquiry over the availability of Borussia Dortmund winger Karim Adeyemi.Born in Munich, Adeyemi was eligible to represent Nigeria through his father and Romania through his mother, but chose to commit his international future to his country of birth, Germany.Since making his senior debut ...
Gernot Rohr: Nigeria are favourites but must beware of DR Congo's set-pieces and physicality
Published: November 15, 2025
Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has backed Nigeria to secure a vital win over DR Congo in Sunday's decisive World Cup playoff finale, but warned that the Leopards possess qualities capable of unsettling the West African giants if not properly contained.Rohr, who now manages Benin, offered his assessment following...
Valencia renew interest in Super Eagles striker Sadiq but want clarity on Afcon selection
Published: November 15, 2025
Valencia are weighing up a renewed attempt to sign Nigerian forward Sadiq Umar in the upcoming January transfer window, as the club look to address their goal-scoring challenges and climb away from the La Liga relegation zone.The Real Sociedad striker has endured another difficult start to the season in San Sebastián,...
'Every player wants to play' - Super Eagles captain Troost-Ekong says he's more nervous on the bench
Published: November 15, 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has opened up about the emotions that come with watching from the sidelines, admitting he often feels more nervous on the bench than when he is on the pitch.Speaking ahead of Nigeria's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash, Troost-Ekong said the experience of not being dire...
What Super Eagles captain Troost-Ekong said about Ndidi, DR Congo, fatigue, World Cup ambition
Published: November 15, 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong says the squad is fully focused and motivated ahead of Sunday's World Cup playoff final against DR Congo, confirming that midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is eligible to feature in the decisive clash.Troost-Ekong expressed relief that the confusion over Ndidi’s status had been resolv...
Change of association: Fifa clears Celtic, Standard Liege and Anderlecht stars to face Nigeria
Published: November 15, 2025
FIFA has approved change ofassociation requests for three dual-national players named in the Democratic Republic of Congo squad for this month's international window, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.According to Fifa's change of association platform, Celtic midfielder Michel-Ange Balikwisha, Anderlecht prodigy Mario Stroe...
Super Eagles hold final training session 6pm, no pre-match press conference scheduled
Published: November 15, 2025
The Super Eagles will finalize their preparations for Sunday's crucial playoff final against the Democratic Republic of Congo with a training session scheduled for this evening at the Institute Royal De Formation in Rabat, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The session is expected to kick off at 6pm, and the first 15 minutes...
'The truth hurts' - Deeney blasts Super Eagles captain Troost-Ekong, says he's insecure
Published: November 15, 2025
Former Watford striker Troy Deeney has hit back at Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, labelling him 'insecure' following the defender’s reaction to criticism of his leadership qualities.Deeney and former Sierra Leone international Michael Lahoud had questioned Troost-Ekong's leadership after the Super Eagles ...
Super Eagles team news: CAF confirms Ndidi is eligible to face DR Congo in WCQ playoff final
Published: November 15, 2025
Nigeria have been handed a massive boost ahead of Sunday's 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff final against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Rabat, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. In a statement issued by the Super Eagles media team, the Confederation of African Football confirmed that Besiktas midfielder Wilfred Ndid...
2026 WCQ playoff: Nwabali awaits medical clearance ahead of Super Eagles clash with Leopards
Published: November 15, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that a decision is still pending on the availability of goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali for Sunday evening's 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff final against Democratic Republic of Congo's Leopards. Nwabali played through the pain barrier during the closing stages of the second half of Niger...
'Proud Dutchman' - Future Chelsea striker Emegha explains why he chose Netherlands over Nigeria
Published: November 15, 2025
Future Chelsea striker Emanuel Emegha has explained his decision to commit his international future to the Netherlands over Nigeria, where his mother originally hails from.The Hague native had also been eligible to represent Togo through his father, but he's now cap-tied to the Dutch national team after making his comp...
Recruitment battle Netherlands 3-2 Nigeria: Future Chelsea striker no longer eligible for Super Eagles
Published: November 14, 2025
The Royal Dutch Football Association have won the recruitment battle for another Dutch-Nigerian forward after beating the Nigeria Football Federation to the services of future Chelsea striker Emanuel Emegha, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Emegha, who has already agreed a move to Chelsea at the end of the season, made his...
'We will miss him' - Awaziem admits Ndidi absence a major blow as focus turns to DR Congo
Published: November 14, 2025
Nigeria defender Chidozie Awaziem has admitted that the Super Eagles will feel the absence of midfielder Wilfred Ndidi in Sunday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff final against DR Congo, describing his suspension as a significant blow but expressing full confidence in the squad’s depth and mentality.Awaziem, wh...
'I wanted to contribute' - Ejuke reacts after first goal in Nigeria colours, looks ahead to DR Congo clash
Published: November 14, 2025
Chidera Ejuke has expressed his satisfaction following the Super Eagles' 4-1 extra-time victory over Gabon, describing the performance as a strong collective effort that has boosted confidence ahead of Sunday's playoff final against DR Congo.Ejuke played a key role in the semifinal win, coming off the bench to score hi...
'One of the best in Africa' - DR Congo coach admits Leopards are not on Super Eagles level
Published: November 14, 2025
DR Congo head coach Sébastien Desabre has admitted that his side will be the underdogs when they face Nigeria in Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs final.The Leopards booked their place in the showdown after a tense 1-0 victory over Cameroon, while the Super Eagles powered through with an emphatic 4-1 win against...