Elder brother of Nigeria's saviour against South Africa in talks with Watford over new deal 
Published: June 08, 2024
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru emerged as Nigeria's saviour in a 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday evening, with his first international goal saving the Super Eagles from suffering a humiliating loss.  Tom Dele-Bashiru, Fisayo's elder brother...
Super Eagles player ratings: Dele-Bashiru saviour; Chukwueze provides spark; Ajayi rusty; Iwobi creative 
Published: June 07, 2024
The Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by Bafana Bafana on matchday three of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Friday night at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Allnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule over the Super Eagles players in action in the encounter. The starters Goalkeeper  Stanley N...
2026 World Cup qualifier: Five takeaways from Super Eagles nervy 1-1 draw against Bafana Bafana 
Published: June 07, 2024
Nigeria failed to capitalize on a chance to top Group C with a disappointing 1-1 draw against South Africa at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday night.  Themba Zwane scored first for the visitors, getting past several Nigeria players before firing at goal.  Nigeria equalized in the second half...
2026 WCQ Nigeria 1 South Africa 1: Fisayo Dele-Bashiru stunning goal salvages point for Super Eagles 
Published: June 07, 2024
Nigeria were held to a 1-1 draw by South Africa in matchday three of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers played on Friday night at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. In the opening stages of the game, Ademola Lookman recorded Nigeria's first attempt on goal but couldn't keep his shot down. ...
Super Eagles starting XI: Nwabali, Tanimu home debut; Dele-Bashiru cap-tied; Ndidi, Iwobi in midfield
Published: June 07, 2024
Nigeria manager Finidi George has announced his first starting lineup as substantive coach of the Super Eagles ahead of a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match against South Africa's Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday evening, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.  The big news is t...
Official: Leicester City confirm Iheanacho departure, in contract talks with Ndidi
Published: June 07, 2024
According to a statement published on their official website, Leicester City have announced that Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho will leave the club upon the expiration of his contract at the end of this month. The 2013 Fifa U17 World Cup Golden Ball winner joined Leicester City from Manchester City in 2017 o...
'Soldier go, soldier come' - Ndidi insists he is not competing for a starting spot with any player
Published: June 07, 2024
Speaking at Thursday evening's pre-match press conference ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against South Africa's Bafana Bafana, Wilfred Ndidi has insisted that he is not competing for a starting spot with any player in Nigeria's national team. The long-serving Leicester City midfielder was i...
'We are ready for it' - Super Eagles history-making striker Onuachu tells fans what to expect v Bafana Bafana
Published: June 07, 2024
Paul Onuachu has told Super Eagles fans to expect their first win of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Friday when they battle Group C rivals Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, under the lights.  With only two points garnered from their opening two games of the World Cup qualifiers followi...
'Chelsea is a huge club' - Tosin's first words after joining the Blues
Published: June 07, 2024
Nigerian defender Tosin Adarabioyo has expressed his excitement about joining Chelsea following the announcement of his signing by the club on their official website on Friday morning. The 26-year-old has signed a four-year deal with the Premier League giants and will officially complete his move to Stamford Bridge ...
Tottenham Hotspur discover how much it would cost to sign Super Eagles-eligible striker 
Published: June 07, 2024
Super Eagles-eligible striker Dominic Solanke was in stellar form for Bournemouth in the just concluded campaign and is being linked with an exit from the Vitality Stadium with Tottenham reportedly interested in him. Premised on that, The Athletic (subscription required) has revealed that the former Liverpool forwar...
Announcement imminent: Nigerian centre-back joins Chelsea on four-year deal 
Published: June 07, 2024
Premier League giants Chelsea are set to confirm the capture of highly coveted London-born Nigerian central defender Tosin Adarabioyo.  According to Italian transfer market guru, Fabrizio Romano, Tosin passed his medical with flying colours, paving the way for the former England youth international to put pen to pa...
D-Day for Super Eagles showdown against Bafana Bafana in Uyo: Everything you need to know 
Published: June 07, 2024
Matchday three of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers kick off in Nigeria with a high-voltage encounter as the Super Eagles host South Africa's Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, June 7th, 2024. This crucial match holds immense significance for the three time African cha...
Finidi drops early clues about starting lineup, Super Eagles captain against Bafana Bafana
Published: June 07, 2024
Ahead of his first competitive game as substantive coach of Nigeria's senior national team, George Finidi dropped early clues about his starting lineup and captain for Friday's game at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, under the lights.  The Ajax Amsterdam legend selected Wilfred Ndidi and Kelech...
Proposed transfer of former Super Eagles invitee to Chelsea faces major obstacle
Published: June 06, 2024
Chelsea's quest to bolster their attacking options with the signing of former Super Eagles invitee Michael Olise has encountered an unexpected obstacle. The Blues' reluctance to allow their players to participate in the summer's Olympic Games may hinder their chances of landing the highly sought-after wi...
Super Eagles v Bafana Bafana: Match preview, what to expect, confirmed team news, key players, kickoff time
Published: June 06, 2024
The Super Eagles will face South Africa on matchday 3 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign on Friday night. Nigeria are still waiting for their first victory of the qualification series having drawn their first two games against Lesotho and Zimbabwe respectively. On the other hand, the Bafana Bafana ...