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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
Bosso reveals 17 foreign pros were in contention for Flying Eagles WC squad, update on Eletu 
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Bosso reveals 17 foreign pros were in contention for Flying Eagles WC squad, update on Eletu 

 Nigeria U20s head coach Ladan Bosso has revealed that at least seventeen foreign-based professionals were in contention to be included on the Flying Eagles' provisional roster for the 2023 F...

May 6, 2023
Michael Dokunmu: Seven interesting facts about South Africa U17 star eligible for Nigeria 
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Michael Dokunmu: Seven interesting facts about South Africa U17 star eligible for Nigeria 

Michael Dokunmu is a versatile midfielder that plays for the youth teams of Dutch Eredivisie side Vitesse Arnhem. ​ Dokunmu currently represents the South Africa's U17 national team and...

May 6, 2023
Bosso namechecks Manchester United as he defends Flying Eagles' toothless attack
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Bosso namechecks Manchester United as he defends Flying Eagles' toothless attack

The Flying Eagles were lacking a natural goalscorer at the 2023 Africa U20 Cup of Nations, which almost cost them dearly during the competition in Egypt.    In their first five games o...

May 6, 2023
'We know what to do' - Confident South Africa U17 star sends message to Golden Eaglets 
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'We know what to do' - Confident South Africa U17 star sends message to Golden Eaglets 

Gomolemo Kekana's comments at Friday's pre-match press conference showed how confident he is that South Africa can get the job done in Saturday evening's Africa U17 Cup of Nations match ag...

May 6, 2023
Why Nigeria's soccer is such a big target for South African companies
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Why Nigeria's soccer is such a big target for South African companies

Soccer is hugely popular in Nigeria and South Africa, with both countries having successful national teams. This has caught the attention of South African companies.   With a strong economy...

May 6, 2023
Flying Eagles 21-man World Cup squad : The four foreign-based pros heading to Argentina 
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Flying Eagles 21-man World Cup squad : The four foreign-based pros heading to Argentina 

Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Flying Eagles head coach Ladan Bosso has picked four foreign-based players in his 21-man squad list for the 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup.    Given...

May 6, 2023
U17 AFCON South Africa v Nigeria : Match preview, what to expect, kickoff time
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U17 AFCON South Africa v Nigeria : Match preview, what to expect, kickoff time

The Golden Eaglets of Nigeria will square up against the Amajimbos of South Africa in the last group game of the Africa U17 Cup of Nations on Saturday night. ​ ​ It was contrasting fo...

May 6, 2023
Norwich striker left out of Flying Eagles travelling squad, Turkish Airlines to fly team to Argentina 
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Norwich striker left out of Flying Eagles travelling squad, Turkish Airlines to fly team to Argentina 

Allnigeriasoccer.com understands that Norwich City striker Kenny Coker has been left out of the Flying Eagles traveling squad to Argentina for the 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup.    It means ...

May 5, 2023
Opposition watch Fifa U20 World Cup :  Almeria defender scratched from Brazil roster 
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Opposition watch Fifa U20 World Cup :  Almeria defender scratched from Brazil roster 

Flying Eagles' group opponents at the 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup, Brazil have been forced to make a change to their final squad for the tournament in Argentina.    The Brazilian Footb...

May 4, 2023
Every word Flying Eagles boss said on preparations, professionals invited, Inter Milan & Gent starlets
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Every word Flying Eagles boss said on preparations, professionals invited, Inter Milan & Gent starlets

Flying Eagles head coach Ladan Bosso fielded questions from journalists after Wednesday's training session ahead of the national team's trip to Argentina for the 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup. ...

May 4, 2023
'Can only be released from May 15' -  Bosso confirms Inter Milan whizkid off Flying Eagles squad
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'Can only be released from May 15' -  Bosso confirms Inter Milan whizkid off Flying Eagles squad

In a detailed interview with Nigerian reporters in Abuja on Wednesday, Flying Eagles coach Ladan Bosso has explained why Inter Milan wonderkid Ebenezer Akinsanmiro will not be heading to Argentin...

May 4, 2023
'Anything can happen'  - South Africa U17 coach warns Golden Eaglets ahead of final group game 
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'Anything can happen'  - South Africa U17 coach warns Golden Eaglets ahead of final group game 

South Africa U17 head coach Duncan Crowie says he is targeting at least a draw in the Amajimbos' final group game against Nigeria at the Mohamed Hamlaoui Stadium, Constantine t...

May 4, 2023