'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...
Club v country row: Rohr confirms Turkish club has been reported to Fifa for non-release of Olaitan
Published: October 08, 2025
Benin coach Gernot Rohr has confirmed that Turkish Super Lig club Goztepe has been reported to Fifa for preventing Junior Olaïtan from joining the national team.The midfielder is currently nursing an undisclosed injury, which prevented him from featuring in Goztepe's last two matches in the Super Lig before the intern...
Fifa U20 World Cup: Argentina coach reveals what has impressed him about Flying Eagles
Published: October 08, 2025
Nigeria's Flying Eagles are set to take on the most successful team in Fifa U20 World Cup history, Argentina, on Wednesday at 20:30 hours at the Julio Martinez Pradanos National Stadium, with both sides aiming to secure a place in the quarterfinals.Los Cebollitas have emerged as one of the tournament favourites, toppin...
Most complete U21 winger in Europe: Man Utd, Leverkusen battle for Flying Eagles dazzler Suleiman
Published: October 07, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can can exclusively report with certainty that several top European clubs are in a race to sign Flying Eagles dazzler Sani Suleiman, who has been making waves at the 2025 Fifa U20 World Cup with a string of eye-catching performances.Bayer Leverkusen are among the clubs monitoring the gifted winger,...
Lesotho v Nigeria: CS Sfaxien striker names two Super Eagles players to watch from 18 in camp
Published: October 07, 2025
CS Sfaxien striker Emmanuel Ogbole has identified Tolu Arokodare and Benjamin Frederick as the Super Eagles players to watch in Nigeria's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on Friday.Ogbole expressed cautious optimism ahead of the encounter at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa."Well...
Super Eagles camp update: Osimhen, Lookman, Uche, Iwobi, Arokodare, 12 others report for duty
Published: October 07, 2025
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially opened their training camp at The Ranch Hotel in Polokwane, South Africa, ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. Head Coach Eric Chelle and his backroom staff arrived in Polokwane on Monday to oversee preparations.On Tuesday, 15 players arrived in Polo...