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...
'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...
'We had promised' - Osimhen's Galatasaray teammate Lemina reacts to Gabon's loss to Nigeria
Published: November 14, 2025
Galatasaray midfielder Mario Lemina has reacted to Gabon's 4-1 defeat to Nigeria in Thursday's 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash in Morocco, describing the result as a painful setback but a lesson for the future.Lemina, who shares a dressing room with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray, played a key role fo...
'We can't blame Nwabali' - Afcon winner insists it was impossible to save Lemina's deflected shot
Published: November 14, 2025
Nigeria thrashed Gabon 4-1 after extra time on Thursday evening to book their place in the African final of the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs.Akor Adams gave the Super Eagles the lead in the 78th minute following a defensive mix-up.Making his 26th start in Nigeria colours, Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali ...
'He deserves accolades' - Former Real Madrid midfielder gives Eric Chelle his flowers
Published: November 14, 2025
Former Real Madrid midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has praised Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle for the remarkable turnaround he has brought to the national team since his appointment.Nigeria endured a difficult start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, failing to record a win in their first four matches.The ...
3 goals conceded after 80th minute under his watch: Chelle still pleased with Super Eagles defenders
Published: November 14, 2025
Speaking at the post-match press conference following his side's 4-1 rout of Gabon on Thursday evening, manager Eric Chelle stood by his defenders when he was questioned about the Super Eagles' defensive lapses. Including extra-time and stoppages for injuries and VAR checks, the Nigeria versus Gabon clash lasted for a...
'I play with my heart' - Super Eagles new star Adams reacts to win, provides general fitness update
Published: November 14, 2025
Sevilla striker Akor Adams is quickly establishing himself as a bona fide star for the Super Eagles, following yet another goalscoring display for the three-time African champions.Adams has now found the net in consecutive away fixtures for Nigeria, opening the scoring in Thursday evening's 4-1 demolition of Gabon's Pa...
'We are together' - Chukwueze credits unity for Nigeria's big win v Gabon, focused on Sunday's final
Published: November 14, 2025
Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has expressed his satisfaction following Nigeria's 4–1 extra-time triumph over Gabon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff semi-final, while stressing that full attention must now shift to Sunday’s decisive final match.Nigeria sealed the win in Morocco with a dominant extra-time di...