Marriage vs Super Eagles duty: John Utaka shares honest take on Ahmed Musa's exit from camp
Published: June 03, 2025
Former Super Eagles forward John Utaka has reacted to Ahmed Musa’s decision to leave Nigeria’s national team camp to get married, calling for due process and proper handling of national team matters.Musa, who plays for Kano Pillars, withdrew from the Super Eagles camp after Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Ghana in the...
Super Eagles camp update: Boniface, Obasogie among 18 players in Moscow; Onyemaechi yet to arrive
Published: June 02, 2025
Following their dramatic penalty shootout victory over Jamaica in the final of the 2025 Unity Cup at the Gtech Community Stadium in London on Saturday, the Super Eagles have arrived in Moscow to begin preparations for their high-profile international friendly against Russia.The Nigerian delegation, which includes 18 pl...
'Osimhen won't come' - CSKA midfielder insists Russia are not scared of depleted Super Eagles
Published: June 02, 2025
CSKA Moscow's Russia national team attacking midfielder Matvey Kislyak has downplayed the challenge posed by the Nigerian national team ahead of their friendly on June 6, highlighting the absence of marquee forward Victor Osimhen as a key factor.The Super Eagles have been forced into changes after several withdrawals, ...
Aina, Chukwueze, Iheanacho, Sadiq, Ndidi, Tella withdraw from Super Eagles squad; Olusegen gets first call-up
Published: June 02, 2025
A number of withdrawals and injuries to some players have combined to alter the list of players who will appear for Nigeria in Friday’s international friendly match in Moscow, from the original list drawn up by Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle.The goalkeeping sector is unaffected as first choice Stanley Nwabali...
Everton forward reveals how her dad raised three footballers, including two Super Falcons stars
Published: June 02, 2025
Everton forward Toni Payne has spoken about the instrumental role her father played in shaping her football journey and that of her siblings, describing him as the backbone of their success in the sport.Payne, who has become a key player for Nigeria’s senior women's national team, revealed that her father’s influen...
Russia coach explains why Champions League-winning PSG goalkeeper may miss friendly with Nigeria
Published: June 02, 2025
Russia's goalkeeping coach, Vitaly Kafanov has revealed why Paris Saint-Germain shot-stopper Matvey Safonov may miss the June internationals against Nigeria and Belarus.Safonov is among four goalkeepers selected in the squad list by manager Valery Karpin, alongside Andrey Lunev (Dynamo Moscow), Anton Mitryushkin (Lokom...
'One of the strongest teams' - Russia GK hails Super Eagles as top-class opponent ahead of friendly
Published: June 01, 2025
Russia national team goalkeeper Stanislav Agkatsev has described the Super Eagles as one of the most formidable opponents they will face since their suspension from international football.The Russians will play two friendlies against Nigeria and Belarus this month, and the standout fixture will see them take on the thr...
'The way they move' - Jamaica coach admires good Super Eagles team who don't give the ball away
Published: June 01, 2025
Jamaica coach Steve McClaren was full of praise for the Super Eagles after his side’s narrow defeat in the Unity Cup final on Saturday evening at the Gtech Community Stadium.The Reggae Boyz pushed a strong Super Eagles side all the way, signaling continued progress on the international stage.The match ended 2-2 in re...
'Without Osimhen, Lookman' - Russia boss Karpin dismisses second team talk ahead of Nigeria friendly
Published: June 01, 2025
Russia manager Valery Karpin has brushed aside suggestions that Nigeria is fielding a weakened squad for their upcoming friendly, despite the absence of star players Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman.Osimhen and Lookman have not been selected in the Super Eagles squad for the friendly in Moscow on June 6, with coach E...
'We spoke' - Uche shares details of conversation with Eric Chelle before Super Eagles debut v Jamaica
Published: June 01, 2025
Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche has opened up on the conversation he had with head coach Eric Chelle ahead of his debut in Nigeria's Unity Cup clash against Jamaica on Saturday.Uche, who joined the camp late due to visa issues, made a dream debut at the Gtech Community Stadium, scoring the decisive penalty in ...
'First trophy with Super Eagles' - Moses Simon celebrates after scoring and converting penalty v Jamaica
Published: June 01, 2025
Super Eagles forward Moses Simon has shared his joy following Nigeria’s penalty shootout victory over Jamaica to win the Unity Cup on Saturday evening in London.Simon, who scored the opening goal in the 9th minute and later converted his penalty during the shootout, expressed his excitement in an emotional post-match...
Every word Eric Chelle said on areas to improve, tactical tweaks, Super Eagles players, facing Russia
Published: June 01, 2025
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has identified two key areas for improvement following Nigeria’s dramatic 5-4 victory over Jamaica at the Gtech Community Stadium, a result that saw the team retain the Unity Cup.Chelle, who celebrated his first trophy as a manager, watched as the Super Eagles battled to a 2-2 draw...
'I'm happy' - Eric Chelle gives a shout-out to youngest foreign-based duo Uche and Fredrick after win
Published: June 01, 2025
Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has singled out Christantus Uche and Benjamin Fredrick for praise following their impressive performances in Nigeria's thrilling win over Jamaica on Saturday evening.Of the fifteen Nigerian players who featured in the victory over the Reggae Boyz, Uche, 22, and Fredrick, 20, were the tw...
'I told him some stuff' - Moses Simon reveals message to Fredrick before Super Eagles debut
Published: May 31, 2025
Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has shared the motivational words he offered to young defender Benjamin Fredrick ahead of his debut in Nigeria’s Unity Cup win over Jamaica on Saturday evening.Fredrick, who recently won the U21 Premier League with Brentford, started and completed the match alongside Simon, helping Nig...
'I always want to take a penalty' - Dessers reacts to being subbed before Unity Cup shootout
Published: May 31, 2025
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers has revealed his desire to take a penalty in Nigeria’s shootout win over Jamaica during the Unity Cup tournament on Saturday.Dessers, who led the attack from the start, was substituted with 15 minutes left on the clock, making way for Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche, who made hi...