'Serious injury' - Gernot Rohr reveals Croatian-based winger likely to miss Nigeria v Benin WCQ
Published: September 22, 2025
Manager Gernot Rohr has confirmed that Crown Legacy loanee Rodolfo Aloko is all but ruled out of October's 2026 World Cup qualifier between Nigeria and Benin in Uyo.The Croatian-based winger suffered an injury during the second half of the Cheetah's 4-0 win over Lesotho on matchday eight of the World Cup qualifiers on ...
Chile 1-1 Nigeria: Akinyele strikes as Flying Eagles held by La Rojita in pre-World Cup friendly
Published: September 20, 2025
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles began their preparations for the upcoming FIFA U20 World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Chile's La Rojita in their first warm-up game in South America. Ahmed Akinyele provided the breakthrough, but the South Americans hit back to deny Aliyu Zubairu’s side a winning start to their build-up.The ...
'We'd top the group' – Rohr on potential Fifa sanction against Bafana Bafana for selection blunder
Published: September 20, 2025
Fifa has officially disciplinary proceedings against the South African Football Association after it was revealed that Bafana Bafana fielded an ineligible player Teboho Mokoena in a 2026 World Cup qualifier.Bafana Bafana are under scrutiny after Mokoena, who was suspended due to yellow card accumulation, featured in th...
'Different from Rio' – Arne Slot compares Ekitike and Ngumoha's roles on the wing
Published: September 19, 2025
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has shed light on the tactical options at his disposal ahead of the Merseyside derby at Anfield, singling out teenage sensation Rio Ngumoha as a reference point while discussing Hugo Ekitike's versatility.Ngumoha has emerged as one of Liverpool's most exciting attacking prospects and has all...
Opposition watch: Colombia name Arsenal GK in U20 World Cup squad to face Flying Eagles
Published: September 17, 2025
With a statement on the official website, Arsenal have confirmed that promising goalkeeper Alexei Rojas has been named in Colombia's squad for the upcoming FIFA U20 World Cup, taking place in ChileColombia will do battle with Nigeria, Saudi Arabia and Norway in Group F of the Fifa U20 World Cup. The South Americans wi...
Golden Eaglets squad announcement: Manu Garba names 20-player roster for U17 Afconq
Published: September 16, 2025
The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed the Golden Eaglets squad for the upcoming WAFU-B U17 Boys Tournament.The WAFU-B U17 Boys Tournament serves as qualifiers for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations. A breakdown of the 20-man roster shows that the coaching crew, led by Manu Garba, has selected three goalkeepers, six...
Flying Eagles World Cup squad announcement: Man City, AS Trencin, Lillestrom starlets selected
Published: September 15, 2025
The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed a 20-man Flying Eagles squad for the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile.As previously reported by allnigeriasoccer.com, FK Gabala midfielder Salihu Nasiru and Wireless Academy prospect Tahir Maigana have both secured places in the travelling party to South America.Manager Ali...
'Nigeria is the best' – Norway U20 boss wary of Flying Eagles physicality
Published: September 15, 2025
Norway U20 head coach Bjorn Johansen has singled out the Flying Eagles as the most physically imposing side in his team's 2025 Fifa U20 World Cup group, while also acknowledging the unique challenges posed by Colombia and Saudi Arabia.Johansen was a key member of Norway's squad at the 1989 Fifa U20 World Cup, starting ...
Euro clubs to watch Flying Eagles duo Nasiru and Maigana at 2025 Fifa U20 World Cup
Published: September 14, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report that Salihu Nasiru and Tahir Maigana have been named in Nigeria's final squad for the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile.Both players were part of the Flying Eagles contingent that departed Abuja for South America on Sunday.Nasiru, an attacking midfielder, plies his trade with ...
'The whole Board have to go' - Mikel tears into NFF after Super Eagles' draw against Bafana Bafana
Published: September 11, 2025
Nigeria's chances of qualifying for the 2026 Fifa World Cup were dealt a major setback following a 1-1 draw against South Africa in Bloemfontein on Tuesday evening, leaving the Super Eagles' fate out of their hands.After the matchday eight fixtures, the Super Eagles find themselves third in the provisional standings wi...
'Disgraceful' - ESPN pundit calls current Super Eagles the worst in three decades
Published: September 11, 2025
Respected ESPN pundit Colin Udoh has insisted that it is still theoretically possible on paper for the Super Eagles to qualify for the World Cup but in practical reality he does not believe they will succeed.After eight rounds of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Group C, the Super Eagles find themselves third in the pr...
'A goal is a goal' – Ex-Chippa United GK gives his two cents on Bassey's controversial strike vs RSA
Published: September 10, 2025
Former Chippa United goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has weighed in on Calvin Bassey's disputed equaliser in Nigeria's 1-1 draw with South Africa at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on Tuesday evening.With the Super Eagles trailing through William Troost-Ekong's own goal and halftime approaching, Bassey surged forward f...
'We are tied on points with RSA' – Rohr urges Fifa to make decision on Mokoena ineligibility
Published: September 10, 2025
Benin coach Gernot Rohr has urged Fifa to issue a ruling on the eligibility case surrounding South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena, which could have major implications for the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers.Bafana Bafana are under scrutiny after Mokoena, who was suspended due to yellow card accumulation, featured in t...
'Sometimes you have to fight' – Chelle explains touchline spat with Broos and Aina substitution
Published: September 09, 2025
Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign suffered a major blow on Tuesday evening as the Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by South Africa at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.The result leaves Nigeria unable to close the gap on the group leaders, further complicating their path to the tournament in Unite...
'It was handball' – Bafana Bafana coach Broos insists Bassey's goal should have been disallowed
Published: September 09, 2025
South Africa coach Hugo Broos has expressed frustration over Calvin Bassey's controversial equalizer in the 1-1 draw against Nigeria, insisting the goal should have been ruled out for handball.Bassey restored parity for the Super Eagles in the 44th minute after captain William Troost-Ekong’s own goal had handed the B...