Osimhen, Ndidi, Iwobi, Aina start as Eric Chelle names first-ever Super Eagles home starting XI
Published: March 25, 2025
Eric Chelle will take charge of the Super Eagles for the second time as the national team face Zimbabwe in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.In his first-ever game at home, the Malian football tactician has made no changes to the side th...
Eric Chelle namechecks five great players in Super Eagles squad apart from Victor Osimhen
Published: March 25, 2025
Speaking at Monday's pre-match press conference ahead of his side’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe, Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle dismissed suggestions of overdependence on Victor Osimhen, stating that he has many great players — all attackers — who can make a difference.Without Osimhen in the squad, ...
2026 WCQ: Three Super Eagles players that can make the difference against Zimbabwe
Published: March 25, 2025
As the Super Eagles of Nigeria prepare for their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe today at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, attention will be focused on key players who can steer the team toward a much-needed victory. With Nigeria currently sitting in fourth place in Group C, a win i...
Will dreadlocks-wearing midfielder make debut v Warriors? Eric Chelle says he needs to improve
Published: March 25, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle faced the media on Monday evening, on the eve of his side's crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe's Warriors at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, and he was asked about the chances of dreadlocks-wearing midfielder Papa Daniel making his senior debut.The Nigeri...
'We are aware' - Troost-Ekong assures Super Eagles ready for Musona, Zimbabwe attacking threat
Published: March 25, 2025
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has assured fans that the team is well aware of the attacking threat posed by Zimbabwe’s Knowledge Musona and other key players ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo.Troost-Ekong, who played the full 90 minutes in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda, emphasized...
Eric Chelle provides Osayi-Samuel injury update, why Yusuf played at RB, NPFL players in Super Eagles
Published: March 25, 2025
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has shared insights into the injury status of Bright Osayi-Samuel ahead of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe in Uyo.Osayi-Samuel suffered a possible muscle injury during the second half of Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.The Fenerba...
'We have a lot of intelligent players' - Troost-Ekong confident Super Eagles will deliver v Warriors
Published: March 24, 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong addressed the media ahead of Nigeria's crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe on Tuesday, stressing the importance of teamwork and adaptation.Speaking at a pre-match press conference on Monday evening, Troost-Ekong highlighted the strength of the Super Eagles squad, ...
'Zimbabwe have a good team, players, coach' - Eric Chelle urges Super Eagles players to be focused
Published: March 24, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has called on his players to remain fully focused as they get ready to face Zimbabwe's Warriors in a  2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.The pressure is on Nigeria ahead of their clash with Zimbabwe on Tuesday evening as a shock defe...
'We can't afford to drop points' - Troost-Ekong warns Super Eagles teammates pre-Zimbabwe
Published: March 24, 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has cautioned his teammates against complacency ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe in Uyo on Tuesday evening.Troost-Ekong played the entire duration of Nigeria's last game, where the team secured a 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali. The victor...
2026 WCQ: Zimbabwe defender admits Nigeria has quality but backs Warriors to defy the odds
Published: March 24, 2025
Zimbabwe defender Emmanuel Jalai has expressed confidence in the Warriors' ability to pull off an upset against Nigeria when they clash on Tuesday in Uyo for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.Jalai, who made his international debut in Zimbabwe's 2-2 draw against Benin last Thursday, acknowledged the team's steady adap...
'Naija sabi do things with style' – Oliseh hails 1980 Super Eagles for inspiring his love for Nigeria
Published: March 24, 2025
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has paid tribute to Nigeria’s 1980 Africa Cup of Nations -winning team, acknowledging their influence on his passion for the national team and their iconic green and white colors.Oliseh's comments came in response to a post by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) marking the...
Tolu Arokodare: What Eric Chelle told my parents after debut and what to expect v Zimbabwe
Published: March 24, 2025
Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has revealed what Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle told his parents after his senior debut against Rwanda in Kigali last Friday. Arokodare extended his gratitude to Eric Chelle for giving him the opportunity to represent the national team. The Genk striker also commended the Malian t...
Arokodare shares powerful words from Osimhen, Aina, Lookman, Iwobi, 3 others after Nigeria debut
Published: March 24, 2025
Racing Genk striker Tolu Arokodare has revealed what Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Alex Iwobi, Ademola Lookman, Calvin Bassey, William Troost-Ekong and Ola Aina told him after his debut for Nigeria in their 2-0 victory over Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.Arokodare made his debut in the 77th minute, replacin...
'We cannot complain' - Zimbabwe coach wowed by facilities in Uyo ahead of Super Eagles clash
Published: March 23, 2025
Zimbabwe head coach, Michael Nees, expressed his satisfaction with the facilities in Uyo ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria on Tuesday. The Warriors, who arrived in the Nigerian city for the upcoming fixture, have been impressed with their accommodation and training conditions, despit...
'They messed up their campaign' - Zimbabwe coach urges his players not to be afraid of Super Eagles
Published: March 23, 2025
Speaking after Sunday's training session in Uyo, Zimbabwe coach Michael Nees has expressed optimism while acknowledging the strength of the Super Eagles and urged his team to rise to the occasion.At the halfway stage of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the Warriors face a mountain to climb in their bid to qualify for the...