Thierry Mouyouma explains why he called up suspended player for WCQ playoff v Nigeria
Published: November 06, 2025
Gabon head coach Thierry Mouyouma has explained his decision to include suspended defender Mick Onfia in the squad for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff semifinal clash against Nigeria.Onfia, who plies his trade with Hafia FC, was named in Gabon's 26-man roster for the playoff fixtures despite being unavailable...
'Unpredictable' - Gabon coach says he's working on strategy to contain Super Eagle star Osimhen
Published: November 06, 2025
Gabon head coach Thierry Mouyouma has admitted that his team must adopt a special tactical approach to deal with the threat of Victor Osimhen ahead of their 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff match with Nigeria, describing the Super Eagles striker as an unpredictable striker.Despite featuring in only five matches during...
'They need to avoid Ivory Coast' - Salomon Kalou warns Nwabali on Super Eagles' Afcon chances
Published: November 06, 2025
Former Chelsea forward and Ivorian legend, Salomon Kalou, has playfully warned Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali over his confidence in Nigeria’s chances of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.Nwabali had earlier expressed optimism that Nigeria could clinch their fourth continental title, ...
'We always expect to win' - Nwabali backs Super Eagles to go one better at Afcon 2025
Published: November 06, 2025
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has expressed confidence in Nigeria's chances of lifting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy in Morocco.Nigeria narrowly missed out on continental glory in the last edition held in Ivory Coast, where they lost 2-1 to the hosts in the 2023 final in Abidjan.Speaking to Su...
Marcolino cousins, Oyono twins, Lemina brothers, Aubameyang named in Gabon squad to face Nigeria
Published: November 06, 2025
The Gabonese Football Federation (Fegafoot) on Thursday unveiled Gabon's squad for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against the Super Eagles, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Panthers coach Thierry Mouyouma has selected a 26-man roster, although Hafia FC centre-back Mick Omfia will be unavailable for selection ...
Advantage Super Eagles: Key Gabon defender ruled out of WCQ playoff
Published: November 05, 2025
The Super Eagles have received a boost ahead of their crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon as the Panthers will be without one of their key defenders, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Hafia FC centre-back Mick Omfia will play no part in the matchday squad on November 13, with the 24-year-old suspend...
Werder Bremen defender Agu will not make cap-tying appearance for Super Eagles at Afcon 2025
Published: November 03, 2025
Werder Bremen defender Felix Agu is set to miss a crucial opportunity to officially cap-tie himself to the Super Eagles, with his availability for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations now uncertain. The 26-year-old remains sidelined following a syndesmosis ligament injury sustained during Werder Bremen’s 1-0 home victory ...
No chance of Slavia Prague star featuring against Arsenal or Nigeria v Gabon WCQ playoff
Published: November 02, 2025
Slavia Prague have been dealt a significant setback with confirmation that key defender Igoh Ogbu will play no part in the upcoming UEFA Champions League clash against Arsenal, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The development also sidelines the 25-year-old from Nigeria's World Cup qualifying playoff with Gabon next week, w...
Can 7-goal striker Onuachu earn a Super Eagles recall for WCQ playoff against Gabon?
Published: November 02, 2025
Paul Onuachu has enjoyed a strong start to the 2025‑26 season with Trabzonspor, scoring seven goals in 11 Turkish Süper Lig appearances. Yet despite his impressive form, the 31-year-old faces an uphill battle to secure a recall for the Super Eagles’ crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against Gabon.Onuachu last...
Galatasaray striker Osimhen under scrutiny in Turkiye after firing blanks against Trabzonspor
Published: November 02, 2025
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has come under scrutiny in Turkiye following his underwhelming display in Galatasaray’s goalless draw with Trabzonspor at Rams Park on Saturday night, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Osimhen, who played the full 90 minutes, was unable to inspire the Yellow-Reds to victory against th...
'We have to manage him' - NSC chairman admits Osimhen is way too passionate about Super Eagles
Published: November 01, 2025
Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko has highlighted how Victor Osimhen inspired the Super Eagles to qualify for the 2026 World Cup playoffs when hope had almost faded. Statistically, Osimhen was Nigeria's most influential player during the World Cup qualifiers, netting six goals, including a sensat...
'We have Lookman and Osimhen' - Iwobi admits it'll be a shame if Super Eagles miss out on World Cup
Published: November 01, 2025
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has admitted that it would be a shame if the Super Eagles, with their array of top European-based stars, fail to qualify for the 2026 Fifa World Cup in North America, after missing out on the 2022 edition in Qatar.Nigeria boast an impressive squad featuring the past and reigning African Foo...
Atalanta coach reveals how Super Eagles duty affected Lookman's recent training sessions
Published: October 31, 2025
Atalanta manager Ivan Juric has disclosed that Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has not been able to train fully in recent weeks due to his national team commitments with the Super Eagles.Lookman, who had endured a slow start to the season without a goal or assist in his first six matches across all competitions, final...
'Let's not lie' - 2013 Afcon final match winner blasts Super Eagles over WCQ form ahead of Gabon clash
Published: October 31, 2025
Retired Nigeria international Sunday Mba, best remembered for scoring the decisive goal in the final of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, has delivered a damning assessment of the Super Eagles ahead of their 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff clash against Gabon.The former Enugu Rangers and Warri Wolves midfielder lamente...
'Threats everywhere from their squad' - Uganda coach gives honest verdict on facing Nigeria at Afcon
Published: October 31, 2025
Uganda coach Paul Put has warned of Nigeria's quality ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, describing the Super Eagles as a team packed with exceptional talent and top-level European experience.The Cranes have been drawn in Group C, alongside Nigeria, Tunisia and Tanzania, in what promises to be one of the tourname...