'He's still young' - Former Super Eagles GK defends Harcourt after display against Argentina U20s
Published: October 09, 2025
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dosu Joseph has rallied support for teenage shot-stopper Ebenezer Harcourt following Nigeria's exit from the 2025 Fifa U20 World Cup in Chile.Harcourt, who was a key figure for the Flying Eagles during their qualification and continental campaigns, has come under heavy criticism after a s...
'Nigeria can lose against Lesotho' - Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos ahead of Zimbabwe clash
Published: October 09, 2025
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has called on his players to remain focused on securing victory against Zimbabwe, regardless of results from other Group C fixtures involving Nigeria, Lesotho, and Benin.Bafana Bafana currently sit second in the group, level on points with Benin and three points ahead of Nigeria, as t...
'Let them come and do it here' - Pinnick urges Super Eagles to replicate club form for Nigeria
Published: October 09, 2025
Former Nigeria Football Federation President Amaju Pinnick has urged the Super Eagles to bring the same level of intensity and professionalism they display at their clubs into national team duties as Nigeria continues its push for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.Speaking on ARISE News ahead of the Super Eagles’ upc...
'We give support' - Adams reveals he was in touch with some Super Eagles stars before first call-up
Published: October 09, 2025
As the Super Eagles intensify preparations for their crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Lesotho's Crocodiles, Sevilla striker Akor Adams has reacted to his first call-up to the national team.The former Lillestrom goal poacher has earned his first call-up to Nigeria's senior national team six years after repr...
'We have to be fair' - Zimbabwe coach assures Nigeria, Benin they will give their best in WCQ v RSA
Published: October 09, 2025
Zimbabwe head coach Michael Nees has assured that his side will approach their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture against South Africa with full commitment and professionalism despite being out of contention for qualification.The Warriors, who sit bottom of Group C with four points, will face South Africa at ...
'I take the blame' - Zubairu admits Argentina's early goal knocked Flying Eagles off balance
Published: October 09, 2025
Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, has expressed disappointment over his players' attitude and performance following Nigeria’s 4–0 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-20 World Cup at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos on Wednesday.The heavy loss ended Nigeria's campaign at the tou...
'We are going to fight to the end' - Troost-Ekong, Bassey optimistic ahead of Super Eagles WCQs
Published: October 09, 2025
Super Eagles duo William Troost-Ekong and Calvin Bassey have urged the team to remain calm and composed as Nigeria prepares for a must-win 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on Friday at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa.The Super Eagles currently sit third in Group C with 11 point...
Argentina 4-0 Nigeria: Five observations from Flying Eagles historic loss to La Albiceleste
Published: October 08, 2025
Nigeria's Flying Eagles crashed out of the FIFA U20 World Cup after suffering a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Argentina on Wednesday  in Santiago.The 4-0 setback carried historic weight, replicating the Flying Eagles' biggest losses at the FIFA U20 World Cup, against Brazil in 1987 and Chile in 2007.Alejo Sarco opened the...
Argentina 4-0 Nigeria: Flying Eagles suffer joint-heaviest defeat in Fifa U20 World Cup history
Published: October 08, 2025
Nigeria’s dream of winning their first-ever FIFA U-20 World Cup suffered a heavy blow on Wednesday night as the Flying Eagles were humbled 4-0 by South American powerhouse Argentina in the Round of 16 at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez in Santiago, Chile.It was the Flying Eagles' joint-heaviest defeat in U20 Wor...
'We know where we are' - Ndidi urges focus, Moffi vows Super Eagles will deliver against Lesotho
Published: October 08, 2025
Super Eagles stars Wilfred Ndidi and Terem Moffi have expressed strong confidence in Nigeria's chances of securing maximum points when they face Lesotho in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Friday at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa.Speaking ahead of the encounter, Ndidi emphasized the team’s ...
Super Eagles camp update: Porto's Zaidu and Sevilla's Akor Adams report for international duty
Published: October 08, 2025
The Super Eagles' preparations for their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers received a timely boost on Wednesday evening as Porto defender Zaidu Sanusi and Sevilla forward Jerome Akor Adams arrived at the team’s training camp in South Africa. Their arrival brings the squad to 20 players, following Tuesday's ini...
Benin coach Rohr sends message to CAF before WCQs against Wasps and Super Eagles
Published: October 08, 2025
Benin's Cheetahs coach Gernot Rohr has urged the Confederation of African Football to uphold sporting fairness as the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying campaign enters its decisive stage.The experienced German tactician appealed for uniformity in scheduling, stressing that all matches should be played simultaneously to pr...
Flying Eagles team news: Zubairu identifies replacement for suspended winger Sani Suleiman
Published: October 08, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report that Flying Eagles manager Aliyu Zubairu has identified a replacement for flamboyant winger Sani Suleiman ahead of Wednesday's eagerly anticipated Fifa U20 World Cup round of16 showdown with Argentina at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Santiago.Suleiman, wid...
Argentina's fantastic four: The dangermen Flying Eagles must silence in Fifa U20 World Cup clash
Published: October 08, 2025
Nigeria's Flying Eagles face a monumental challenge today as they clash with hosts Argentina in the Round of 16 at the FIFA U20 World Cup Chile 2025.Aliyu Zubairu's men will need tactical discipline and sharp defending to halt an Argentine team full of technical brilliance and youthful flair. Under coach Diego Placent...
Lookman, Nwabali, Ajayi, Iwobi, 4 other Super Eagles players walking disciplinary tightrope v Lesotho
Published: October 08, 2025
Of the twenty-two players named in the Super Eagles squad for their 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Lesotho's Crocodiles, eight are walking a disciplinary tightrope, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Semi Ajayi (Hull City), Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi (both Fulham), Wilfred Ndidi (Besiktas), Tolu Arokodare (Wolverham...