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'Penalty shootout' - Fulham boss admits Super Eagles trio still feeling the pain of World Cup miss
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'Penalty shootout' - Fulham boss admits Super Eagles trio still feeling the pain of World Cup miss

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Fulham manager Marco Silva revealed that Super Eagles stars Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are still dealing with the emotional impact of Nigeria's painful penalty shootout defeat to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the African final of the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs.Chukwueze, Iwobi and Bassey all started as the Super Eagles lost to the Leopards 4-3 on penalties despite taking an early lead through Frank Onyeka, whose deflected strike beat goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi-Nzau.A moment of carelessness from Iwobi in midfield, where he...

November 22, 2025
Five dual nationals Nigeria must secure ahead of 2026 World Cup, including Chelsea and Arsenal stars
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Five dual nationals Nigeria must secure ahead of 2026 World Cup, including Chelsea and Arsenal stars

Nigeria, one of the powerhouse of African football, is constantly on the lookout for talented players to bolster its ranks. With the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, the Super Eagles may need to look ...

Mar 6, 2024
Leeds United, Crystal Palace or Wolves: Which club should Osayi-Samuel consider joining?
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Leeds United, Crystal Palace or Wolves: Which club should Osayi-Samuel consider joining?

Super Eagles right-back Bright Osayi-Samuel finds himself attracting some transfer interests in the past weeks. With his contract at Fenerbahçe expiring in 2025, the 26-year-old defender is ...

Mar 6, 2024
Egypt's AFCON coach reacts to Peseiro's claims NFF pressurised him to field home-based players 
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Egypt's AFCON coach reacts to Peseiro's claims NFF pressurised him to field home-based players 

In an interview with the Portuguese press, Egypt's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations coach, Rui Vitória was asked to comment on claims by ex-Super Eagles manager Jose Peseiro that he was pres...

Mar 6, 2024
2023 African Games: Three Flying Eagles players European clubs should watch out for
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2023 African Games: Three Flying Eagles players European clubs should watch out for

As the excitement builds for the upcoming 2023 African Games, all eyes will be on the Nigerian U-20 team, fondly known as the Flying Eagles, will be bent on building on their fantastic World Cup campa...

Mar 5, 2024
Peseiro's replacement: Top five world-class European free agents coaches available to coach Super Eagles
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Peseiro's replacement: Top five world-class European free agents coaches available to coach Super Eagles

The Nigerian Football Federation faces the task of finding a new head coach after Jose Peseiro opted against extending his contract following the Super Eagles' impressive run to the 2023 AFCON fin...

Mar 5, 2024
After hat-trick against Fiorentina youth, Nigerian striker Agada fires warning to defenders pre-African Games 
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After hat-trick against Fiorentina youth, Nigerian striker Agada fires warning to defenders pre-African Games 

Nigerian striker Charles Agada has fired a warning to defenders ahead of Nigeria's opening game against Uganda at the 2023 African Games.  The Mavlon FC starlet linked up with the Flying E...

Mar 5, 2024
Daga,Bameyi in Flying Eagles African Games squad; Fredrick omitted; 20 Falconets heading to Ghana 
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Daga,Bameyi in Flying Eagles African Games squad; Fredrick omitted; 20 Falconets heading to Ghana 

Head Coach Isah Ladan Bosso has picked goalkeeper Nathaniel Nwosu, captain Daniel Bameyi, midfielder Daniel Daga and forwards Charles Agada and Olalekan Ibrahim in his list of 20 players of the Flying...

Mar 4, 2024
Will Jose Peseiro's exit derail Super Eagles path to 2026 World Cup?
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Will Jose Peseiro's exit derail Super Eagles path to 2026 World Cup?

The Nigerian Football Federation finds itself in sixes and sevens following the departure of head coach José Peseiro, leaving the Super Eagles' path to the 2026 World Cup shrouded in uncert...

Mar 1, 2024
Jose Peseiro announces end to 21-month tenure as Nigeria national team coach 
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Jose Peseiro announces end to 21-month tenure as Nigeria national team coach 

Through a statement on his X account, José Peseiro has confirmed that he has left his position as the Super Eagles coach following the expiration of his contract. The Portuguese tactician to...

Mar 1, 2024
Joshua Zirkzee: Bayern product scouted by ex-Nigeria coach Rohr named in provisional Netherlands squad
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Joshua Zirkzee: Bayern product scouted by ex-Nigeria coach Rohr named in provisional Netherlands squad

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman has announced a provisional squad of thirty players for the national team's friendly games against Scotland and Germany with two new faces part of the group. Bay...

Mar 1, 2024
African Games: NFF in talks with Brentford; Bameyi, Daga guaranteed roster spots; Flying Eagles departure date 
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African Games: NFF in talks with Brentford; Bameyi, Daga guaranteed roster spots; Flying Eagles departure date 

Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report that the Nigeria Football Federation have not given up hope on the release of Brentford starlet Benjamin Fredrick for the upcoming 2023 African Games. ...

Mar 1, 2024
Who is Omotara Junaid? The Arsenal midfielder eager to represent Nigeria over England, United States
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Who is Omotara Junaid? The Arsenal midfielder eager to represent Nigeria over England, United States

Omotara Junaid, a rising star in Arsenal's youth ranks, has found herself at the crossroads of international allegiance. But who exactly is Omotara Junaid? This gifted young midfielder, eligibl...

Feb 29, 2024