Eric Chelle omits Nigeria's most experienced player Iwobi, names four members of his inner circle
Published: October 26, 2025
Manager Eric Chelle has insisted that William Troost-Ekong is still the captain of the Super Eagles ahead of the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon's Panthers.Although the Al-Kholood centre-back holds the title of captain of the national team, his place in the starting lineup is no longer guarante...
2025 Fifa U17 Women's World Cup: Five observations from Flamingos' 4-0 victory over Samoa
Published: October 25, 2025
Nigeria cruised to a commanding 4-0 win over Samoa in their final Group D fixture at the FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.A brace from Queen Joseph, along with goals from Rasheedat Moshood and Azeezat Oduntan, sealed the emphatic victory for the Flamingos.Allnigeriasoccer.com presents five observations from the ma...
'I don't want a nice guy' - Eric Chelle defends under-fire Nigeria goalkeeper Nwabali
Published: October 25, 2025
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has thrown his full support behind goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali following widespread criticism of his performances in Nigeria's recent World Cup qualifier matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic.Nwabali, who was instrumental in Nigeria's qualification campaign, came under fire aft...
Chelle reveals the backstory behind the invitation of Fredrick and Olusegun to Super Eagles
Published: October 25, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has shed light on how Brentford loanee Benjamin Fredrick and Krasnodar-owned winger were handed call-ups for a Nigeria training camp during the summer.Fredrick received an invitation to train with the Super Eagles ahead of the Unity Cup showpiece against Jamaica in London, following an im...
'I watched the game' - Super Eagles coach Chelle hails Gabon stars after scouting Aubameyang in UCL
Published: October 25, 2025
Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle was among the 42,766 spectators at the Estadio Jose Alvalade on Wednesday night as Portuguese champions Sporting CP faced Olympique Marseille on matchday three of the UEFA Champions League.The Malian tactician, currently in Portugal for a short holiday, seized the opportunity to assess ...
Wafcon qualifier Benin 0-2 Nigeria: Ihezuo and Okoronkwo on target for Super Falcons
Published: October 24, 2025
The Super Falcons cruised to a dominant 2-0 victory over the Republic of Benin in the first leg of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers on Friday.Goals from Esther Okoronkwo and Chinwendu Ihezuo in the first half handed Nigeria the win at the Stade de Kégué in Lomé, Togo. The Falcons started...
Stats don't lie: Gabon coach worried facing Africa's top five team Super Eagles in WCQ playoff
Published: October 24, 2025
Gabon coach Thierry Mouyouma will be worried ahead of the Panthers' 2026 World Cup qualifying playoff against Nigeria's Super Eagles on November 13, given his poor record against Africa's top ten teams in the Fifa rankings, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Africa's top ten currently comprise Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Algeri...
South Africa coach Hugo Broos explains why he was afraid before Super Eagles' WCQ against Benin
Published: October 23, 2025
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has revealed he was fearful ahead of Nigeria's final 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying clash against Benin, admitting that uncertainty over the Super Eagles' form and a late points deduction left his side in a precarious position.South Africa appeared on course for automatic qualification fo...
The top 10 best players in Nigeria - Legends, superstars and rising icons who define Nigerian football
Published: October 23, 2025
Who’s the best football player in Nigeria? That’s a question that could split friendships faster than a last-minute penalty call in Lagos. In Nigeria, football isn’t just a sport — it’s blood, sweat, rhythm, and pride. It’s in the noise of street games in Enugu, in the passion that shakes bars during Super ...
2025 Fifa U17 Women's World Cup: Five takeaways from Flamingos' loss to 2012 champions
Published: October 22, 2025
Nigeria suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to 2012 champions France in their second group game at the 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup on Wednesday night.Maissa Fathallah netted the decisive goal in the final nine minutes of the tightly contested encounter, handing France all three points.Allnigeriasoccer.com presents five observatio...
U17 WWC Nigeria 0-1 France: Man City's Super Falcons-eligible forward helps France beat Flamingos
Published: October 22, 2025
Nigeria's U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat against France in their second group match of the ongoing 2025 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in Rabat on Wednesday night.Manchester City's Nigeria-eligible striker Rachael Adedini, touted as one of the tournament's brightest prospects, began...
'We are glad' - Hull City stand-in coach delighted Eric Chelle handed minutes to Ajayi in WCQs
Published: October 22, 2025
Hull City assistant coach Dean Holden has expressed his delight that Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle gave Semi Ajayi valuable playing time during Nigeria's recent 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin, crediting the minutes for helping the central defender regain his sharpness, allnigeriasoccer.c...
Men's categories for CAF Awards 2025: Osimhen, Nwabali and Bameyi nominated
Published: October 22, 2025
The Confederation of African Football has announced the nominees in the Men's categories for the CAF Awards 2025, highlighting Nigeria’s continued presence among the continent’s elite football talents.Victor Osimhen, Daniel Bameyi and Stanley Nwabali have all earned nominations, following their exceptional performa...
2025 Fifa U17 Women's World Cup: Four France players Flamingos must stop to stay in contention
Published: October 22, 2025
The Flamingos face a must-win battle against France in their second Group D match at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2025. After a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Canada in their opener, theBankole Olowookere-led team sit at the bottom of the group with zero points. A victory today could propel them back into con...
'I must be worried' - NFF boss concerned about Nigeria's youth teams recent unsatisfactory results
Published: October 21, 2025
The Nigeria Football Federation is set to overhaul youth football development, with new programs aimed at identifying and nurturing young talent across the country. President Ibrahim Musa Gusau has detailed plans to strengthen the foundations of Nigerian football from the U15 level.Gusau expressed concern over the cur...