'It would have been a different story' - Lesotho coach on key tactical tweak after Nigeria's second goal
Published: October 11, 2025
Lesotho head coach Leslie Notsi has admitted that he was forced to make a key tactical adjustment after the Super Eagles doubled their lead in the second half of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Polokwane, South Africa, on Friday evening.After William Troost-Ekong opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 5...
'Entertainment' - Iwobi reveals what Chukwueze brings to Fulham, why AC Milan loanee is underrated
Published: October 11, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has highlighted the qualities that make Samuel Chukwueze an exciting addition to the Fulham squad.After missing out on a move during the January transfer window, Chukwueze finally completed a loan switch from AC Milan to the Cottagers in September, joining for the remainder of the sea...
'Stay concentrated' - Former Super Eagles goalkeeper warns Nwabali after horror show against Lesotho
Published: October 11, 2025
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dosu Joseph has urged Stanley Nwabali to stay focused amid criticism over his performance in Nigeria's 2-1 victory against Lesotho on Friday evening.The Chippa United shot-stopper came under fire after a costly error that nearly denied Nigeria three crucial points in their 2026 FIFA World...
Chelsea icon Mikel available for selection against Liverpool Legends at Stamford Bridge
Published: October 11, 2025
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel is set to make a return to Stamford Bridge on Saturday, October 11, when Chelsea Legends host Liverpool Legends in a rematch of last season's encounter at Anfield.According to Chelsea's official website, several members of the club's 2012 UEFA Champions League-winning squad, i...
Zimbabwe midfielder shares what Wolves teammate Arokodare did after South Africa's punishment
Published: October 11, 2025
Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Marshall Munetsi has revealed that his club teammate, Tolu Arokodare, persistently teased him about Zimbabwe's World Cup qualifier against South Africa following Fifa's decision to dock Bafana Bafana three points, a development that threw Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers wide ...
What Cheetahs players Mounie, Aiyegun, Dossou said ahead of titanic battle against Super Eagles
Published: October 11, 2025
Benin's Cheetahs edged closer to a maiden Fifa World Cup qualification following a 1-0 victory over Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday evening.The result keeps them at the top of Group C ahead of the decisive final round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.With ten minutes remaining in regulation time, Nige...
Super Eagles coach hails Akor Adams, reveals what happened in dressing room after win v Lesotho
Published: October 11, 2025
Nigeria secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho on matchday nine of the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers on Friday evening, but the result may not be enough to secure a playoff spot yet, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The Super Eagles remain third in Group C, trailing second-placed South Africa by a single point ahe...
Eric Chelle insists Super Eagles ready to battle Benin without suspended Lookman
Published: October 10, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has confirmed that Ademola Lookman will miss Nigeria's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin on Tuesday in Uyo.Lookman, who featured in Nigeria's 2–1 victory over Lesotho on Friday, picked up a yellow card in the 64th minute, his second of the qualifying campaign, which au...
Former Real Madrid midfielder tells Eric Chelle to drop Arokodare from Super Eagles starting XI
Published: October 10, 2025
Former Real Madrid midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has called on manager Eric Chelle to drop Tolu Arokodare from Nigeria's starting lineup following the striker's underwhelming display in the 2-1 victory over Lesotho in Friday's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.The Wolverhampton Wanderers striker endured a difficult evening in f...
2026 WCQ: Hugo Broos admits Super Eagles could be Bafana Bafana's saviours or spoilers
Published: October 10, 2025
Bafana Bafana's chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup took a major blow after being held to a goalless draw by bottom-placed Zimbabwe on Friday evening.Despite playing with ten men for more than thirty minutes, the Warriors' defence stood firm, frustrating South Africa's attempts to find a breakthrough.The ...
Ikorodu City, ISAGT clash for 1xCup glory: Final set for MJ Arena, Lagos on October 16
Published: October 10, 2025
The stage is set for a thrilling climax as Ikorodu City FA and ISAGT booked their places in the grand finale of the 1xcup.ng, Nigeria’s biggest amateur football tournament.The semi-finals, held on October 6, delivered the drama, intensity, and technical quality often seen in professional football, setting up what pro...
Super Eagles player ratings: Adams super-sub, Fredrick versatile, Osimhen influential, Arokodare struggles
Published: October 10, 2025
Nigeria earned a 2–1 victory over Lesotho on Friday evening, a result that keeps the Super Eagles firmly in contention for qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.Allnigeriasoccer.com presents the player ratings for the Super Eagles following their hard-fought win.The StartersGoalkeeper...
Nwabali's costly error and four other observations from Super Eagles hard-fought win over Lesotho
Published: October 10, 2025
Nigeria battled to a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho in Wednesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.Captain William Troost-Ekong opened the scoring from the penalty spot early in the second half, before Akor Adams doubled the lead with a composed finish.Lesotho, however, pulled one back through Hlompho Kalake afte...
Lesotho 1-2 Nigeria: Troost-Ekong scores from the spot, Adams marks senior debut with goal
Published: October 10, 2025
Nigeria secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho in their 2026 World Cup African Qualifiers Group C clash at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on Friday. The Super Eagles secured all three points, despite a late goal from the hosts.Nigeria opened the scoring in the 55th minute when William Troost-...
Confirmed Super Eagles starting XI: Arokodare full debut; Iwobi, Fredrick, Ekong start; Ajayi bench
Published: October 10, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has announced his starting lineup for Friday's crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.  Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali will be aiming to take his clean sheets tally for the Super Eagles to ten fol...