Super Eagles captain Musa shares his career highlights: Best club that made him shine, top goal revealed
Published: January 11, 2025
Of all the clubs he has represented in his career, Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has admitted that he played his best football at Russian Premier League outfit CSKA Moscow.The Golden Boot Soccer Academy product, Nigeria's most capped played in history, turned out for JUTH and Kano Pillars in his homeland before movin...
'I can represent Nigeria, Italy' - Malmo's new signing open to continuing family tradition with Super Eagles
Published: January 10, 2025
Tri-national forward Emmanuel Ekong has not ruled out playing international football for Nigeria.Emmanuel is the son of former Super Eagles midfielder Prince Ikpe Ekong, who was a member of the Nigeria side that finished third at the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations, featuring in a group game versus Benin and the bronze meda...
'I shook my head' - Fifa Council member Pinnick backs NFF's bold move to appoint Eric Chelle as coach
Published: January 10, 2025
The decision to name Eric Chelle as the Super Eagles' head coach has drawn backlash towards the Nigeria Football Federation. From the announcement of renowned German football tactician Bruno Labbadia to Eric Chelle, many have described the decision as either a misstep or a letdown.There is a general feeling that the N...
Mouloudia Club d'Oran set date to determine future of new Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle
Published: January 09, 2025
According to a press release, Algerian outfit Mouloudia Club of Oran have set a date to determine the future of Malian football tactician Eric Chelle.Ahead of the resumption of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the former Lens central defender was appointed as the coach of Nigeria's Super Eagles on Tuesday, January 7.It w...
'A slap on our football'- Former Super Eagles star blasts NFF over appointment of Chelle
Published: January 08, 2025
Former Super Eagles defender, Sam Elijah, has voiced strong criticism of the Nigeria Football Federation's (NFF) decision to appoint Eric Chelle as the head coach of Nigeria's senior men's national football team, the Super Eagles.On Tuesday, the NFF Executive Committee officially endorsed the recommendation of its Tech...
Five red flags: Why Eric Chelle may not be the right choice to coach Super Eagles
Published: January 08, 2025
The announcement of Éric Chelle as the new head coach of three-time African champions Super Eagles has generated mixed reactions among football fans and pundits. While some are hopeful about the fresh direction he may bring, others are concerned about his suitability for one of Africa's most prestigious national team...
A new era for Super Eagles: Five reasons Chelle is poised for success as Nigeria head coach
Published: January 07, 2025
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles. This decision was finalized during the NFF Executive Committee meeting on Tuesday, 7th January 2025, in Abuja, after a recommendation from the Technical and Development Sub-Committee. ...
Confirmed: Nigerian Federation name ex-Lens CB Chelle as new coach of the Super Eagles
Published: January 07, 2025
The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee for the appointment of Mr. Éric Sékou Chelle as Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior men national football team, Super Eagles.At its meeting held in Abuja on Thursday, 2nd January 2025...
Super Falcons goalkeeper announces retirement from football at the age of 35
Published: January 07, 2025
Super Falcons goalkeeper Yewande Balogun has announced her retirement from professional football, bringing an end to a remarkable career that saw her represent the Super Falcons on the international stage. The 35-year-old shot stopper made the announcement on her official social media channels, citing injury as one of...
'I have heard' - Amaju Pinnick confirms NFF close to hiring enterprising Super Eagles coach
Published: January 04, 2025
Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Melvin Pinnick, has addressed the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the coaching situation of the Super Eagles, revealing that a managerial announcement is imminent.The Super Eagles have been without a permanent manager since June 2024, following the resignation ...
Nigeria squad announcement: Alimi, Ismail, Nduka, Ali, 22 others called up for pre-CHAN training camp
Published: January 04, 2025
Stand-in coach of the Super Eagles B team, Daniel Ogunmodede, has unveiled a 26-man squad ahead of Nigeria’s preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.The announcement follows Nigeria's successful qualification, having triumphed over Ghana with a 3-1 aggre...
'An issue CAF must address' - Ghana coach sends message to African governing body after loss to Nigeria
Published: December 29, 2024
Ghana coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has sent a strong message to the Confederation of African Football regarding the African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifying draws.The Black Galaxies were eliminated by Nigeria’s Super Eagles B team in the 2025 CHAN qualifiers and will not participate in the tournament.The first leg...
2024 CHAN qualifier: Five observations from Super Eagles' convincing 3-1 win over Black Galaxies
Published: December 28, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles B team secured their qualification for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) following a convincing 3-1 victory over Ghana in Uyo.This win marks a significant achievement, as it is the team's first qualification for the tournament in six years, underlining the importance of this triumph fo...
The 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote, Ayra Starr on prestigious list
Published: December 27, 2024
The London-based New African magazine today released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024.The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year.Ata...
San Lorenzo rising star could spark international tug-of-war between Nigeria and Argentina
Published: December 23, 2024
After River Plate's teenage goalscoring sensation Jonathan Spiff Asuzu, another Buenos Aires-born youngster, Joaquín Ebere Obiekezie could spark an international tug-of-war between Nigeria and Argentina in the future, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Born in Argentina sixteen years ago, Obiekezie qualifies to represent ...