What Lesotho captain Moerane said ahead of World Cup qualifier against the Super Eagles
Published: October 10, 2025
Lesotho captain Sekhoane Moerane has declared that his side will approach Friday's 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Nigeria's Super Eagles without fear as the Crocodiles aim to keep their faint qualification hopes alive.Despite trailing Group C leaders Benin and South Africa by five points with two matches remaini...
Four Lesotho players the Super Eagles must contain in crucial World Cup qualifier
Published: October 10, 2025
As the Super Eagles of Nigeria fight to stay in contention for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, their clash with Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium is set to be a defining battle.With Nigeria trailing in Group C, victory is non-negotiable against a Lesotho side that has already proven capable of frustrating the three-time Afr...
'Most important matches in Benin's history' - Rohr fires up Cheetahs ahead of Wasps, Super Eagles games
Published: October 10, 2025
Benin's Cheetahs coach Gernot Rohr has highlighted the magnitude of his side's upcoming matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against the Wasps and Super Eagles.Benin currently occupy the first position in Group C of the World Cup qualifiers and positive results in these two fixtures could be pivotal to their dream ...
'Best striker in the world' - Eric Chelle raves about Osimhen ahead of WCQs against Lesotho, Benin
Published: October 09, 2025
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has expressed his delight over the return of star striker Victor Osimhen to the national team squad ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin.Osimhen, who plies his trade with Turkish champions Galatasaray, suffered a chin injury during N...
'We are 21' - Super Eagles coach Chelle confirms arrival of MLSer, provides update on Olusegun
Published: October 09, 2025
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has confirmed the arrival of New England Revolution midfielder Alhassan Yusuf to the national team’s camp ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on Friday.The team resumed training at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Tuesday as preparatio...
'Something similar' - Yobo reflects on missing 2006 World Cup, compares it to Super Eagles' 2026 mission
Published: October 09, 2025
Former Nigerian international Joseph Yobo has expressed his disappointment over missing the 2006 FIFA World Cup, drawing comparisons with the current challenges facing the Super Eagles in their pursuit of qualification for the 2026 tournament. Yobo described the emotional toll of seeing Nigeria's World Cup hopes in je...
'He's still young' - Former Super Eagles GK defends Harcourt after display against Argentina U20s
Published: October 09, 2025
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dosu Joseph has rallied support for teenage shot-stopper Ebenezer Harcourt following Nigeria's exit from the 2025 Fifa U20 World Cup in Chile.Harcourt, who was a key figure for the Flying Eagles during their qualification and continental campaigns, has come under heavy criticism after a s...
'Nigeria can lose against Lesotho' - Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos ahead of Zimbabwe clash
Published: October 09, 2025
South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has called on his players to remain focused on securing victory against Zimbabwe, regardless of results from other Group C fixtures involving Nigeria, Lesotho, and Benin.Bafana Bafana currently sit second in the group, level on points with Benin and three points ahead of Nigeria, as t...
'Let them come and do it here' - Pinnick urges Super Eagles to replicate club form for Nigeria
Published: October 09, 2025
Former Nigeria Football Federation President Amaju Pinnick has urged the Super Eagles to bring the same level of intensity and professionalism they display at their clubs into national team duties as Nigeria continues its push for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.Speaking on ARISE News ahead of the Super Eagles’ upc...
'We give support' - Adams reveals he was in touch with some Super Eagles stars before first call-up
Published: October 09, 2025
As the Super Eagles intensify preparations for their crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Lesotho's Crocodiles, Sevilla striker Akor Adams has reacted to his first call-up to the national team.The former Lillestrom goal poacher has earned his first call-up to Nigeria's senior national team six years after repr...
'We have to be fair' - Zimbabwe coach assures Nigeria, Benin they will give their best in WCQ v RSA
Published: October 09, 2025
Zimbabwe head coach Michael Nees has assured that his side will approach their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture against South Africa with full commitment and professionalism despite being out of contention for qualification.The Warriors, who sit bottom of Group C with four points, will face South Africa at ...
'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...