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...
'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...
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...
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 ...
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos on Victor Osimhen's absence: 'That's Finidi's problem'
Published: June 06, 2024
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has insisted that he is not worried about Victor Osimhen's absence for the matchday three 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday evening. Osimhen was initially named among the twenty-three players summoned for the Super Eagles' double-h...
'Everyone's dream position' - Super Eagles CB Ajayi reveals he was a striker and playmaker back in the day
Published: June 06, 2024
Super Eagles center back Semi Ajayi has revealed that he was a striker and playmaker during the early stage of his career. The English-born defender started his career with Charlton Athletic but didn't make any first team appearance for them before he caught the eye of Arsenal in 2013. He joined the Gunners o...
Confirmed team news: Boost for Nigeria as Chukwueze, Awaziem given green light to face Bafana Bafana 
Published: June 06, 2024
The Super Eagles have been handed a double boost before their 2026 World Cup qualifying match against South Africa's Bafana Bafana at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday evening. AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze and Porto-reared centre-back Chidozie Awaziem have received the medical green ligh...
2026 World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles' three must-watch players in showdown against Bafana Bafana
Published: June 06, 2024
The Super Eagles are gearing up for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa's Bafana Bafana on Friday, and the squad boasts a fearsome trio ready to light up the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.  The stakes are high, with Nigeria looking to secure a crucial victory to boost th...
Calvin Bassey plays down concerns about late arrivals in camp affecting performance of Super Eagles
Published: June 06, 2024
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has voiced his frustration after arriving late to camp for the crucial clash against South Africa in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier. The Nigerian squad commenced preparations on June 1 for the upcoming match, but Bassey, along with other players, found themselves stranded due ...
Nwabali namechecks Man Utd, Real Madrid as he discusses Chippa United future; speaks on WCQs 
Published: June 06, 2024
Stanley Nwabali namechecked two European powerhouses Manchester United and Real Madrid as he provided an update on his future at South African DStv Premiership side Chippa United.  The Super Eagles goalkeeper suggested that there is nothing concrete at the moment amid speculation linking him with possible moves t...
Osayi-Samuel shares what revenge-seeking South Africa coach said in video, hails Finidi for people skills 
Published: June 06, 2024
Bright Osayi-Samuel has insisted that South Africa are gunning for revenge on Friday when they take on the Super Eagles in a  2026 World Cup qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. To buttress his statement that Bafana Bafana have a score to settle with the Super Eagles, the Fenerbahce f...