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21st November 2025

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Sevilla's Romero speaks on relationship with Adams, Super Eagles striker's potential Afcon call-up
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Sevilla's Romero speaks on relationship with Adams, Super Eagles striker's potential Afcon call-up

Sevilla forward Isaac Romero has spoken about his relationship with Super Eagles striker Akor Adams while acknowledging the possibility of losing his teammate to the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Adams is widely expected to make Nigeria's final squad for the continental showpiece following his impressive performances during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The 25-year-old scored on his debut to help the Super Eagles secure a 2-1 victory over Lesotho in October and has since become an important figure in the team, featuring in four matches.Sp...

November 21, 2025
2026 WCQ: Four Bafana Bafana dangermen the Super Eagles cannot afford to ignore
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2026 WCQ: Four Bafana Bafana dangermen the Super Eagles cannot afford to ignore

Nigeria's Super Eagles face a defining challenge in their 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying campaign when they travel to the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein to face South Africa. The encounter carrie...

Sep 9, 2025
Tensions rise as Bafana Bafana fans accused of intimidating Nwabali before World Cup qualifier
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Tensions rise as Bafana Bafana fans accused of intimidating Nwabali before World Cup qualifier

According to a member of the Super Eagles media team, Ayo Olu Ibidapo via his YouTube channel, tensions are rising ahead of Tuesday's blockbuster 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier between Nigeria and Sout...

Sep 9, 2025
'Can't be judged by one match' – Ex-Super Eagles defender warns Chelle not to bench Nwabali v RSA
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'Can't be judged by one match' – Ex-Super Eagles defender warns Chelle not to bench Nwabali v RSA

Former Super Eagles defender Sam Elijah has urged head coach Eric Chelle to stick with Stanley Nwabali for Tuesday’s decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa.The Chippa Unite...

Sep 9, 2025
Leeds United loanee no longer eligible for Super Eagles after cap-tying game for Switzerland
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Leeds United loanee no longer eligible for Super Eagles after cap-tying game for Switzerland

Switzerland have won the recruitment battle for versatile Leeds United loanee Isaac Schmidt following the defender's cap-tying appearance for The Red Crosses on Monday night, allnigeriasoccer.com repo...

Sep 8, 2025
'Had a great game' – Chelle refuses to criticise Nwabali despite near-red card v Rwanda
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'Had a great game' – Chelle refuses to criticise Nwabali despite near-red card v Rwanda

Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has thrown his weight behind goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali despite criticism over his performance in Nigeria's 1-0 victory against Rwanda in Uyo on Saturday.The Chippa Un...

Sep 8, 2025
'We didn't cry in our rooms' – Eric Chelle insists Super Eagles not distracted by Osimhen injury
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'We didn't cry in our rooms' – Eric Chelle insists Super Eagles not distracted by Osimhen injury

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle faced the media on Monday ahead of his team's blockbuster 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa, and among the questions put to him was the absence of his star c...

Sep 8, 2025
'Fifa need to manage it' – Eric Chelle addresses South Africa's use of ineligible player Mokoena
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'Fifa need to manage it' – Eric Chelle addresses South Africa's use of ineligible player Mokoena

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has called on Fifa to expedite a decision on the possible three-point deduction facing South Africa for fielding an ineligible player during the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

Sep 8, 2025
'Strong squad' – Chippa United captain Nwabali predicts win for Nigeria against South Africa
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'Strong squad' – Chippa United captain Nwabali predicts win for Nigeria against South Africa

Chippa United captain Stanley Nwabali has expressed confidence as Nigeria prepares for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against South Africa.The fixture, set for Tuesday, September 9, at...

Sep 8, 2025
'Very good striker' – Hugo Broos talks Osimhen, pitch concerns ahead of Super Eagles clash
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'Very good striker' – Hugo Broos talks Osimhen, pitch concerns ahead of Super Eagles clash

South Africa coach Hugo Broos has acknowledged the quality of Victor Osimhen but insists Nigeria can still pose a threat without the injured striker when both sides meet in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA ...

Sep 8, 2025
'We'll be at the World Cup 100% sure' – Chukwueze confident ahead of battle of Bloemfontein
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'We'll be at the World Cup 100% sure' – Chukwueze confident ahead of battle of Bloemfontein

Nigeria's Super Eagles are gearing up for a crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying clash against South Africa on Tuesday, September 9, at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.With South Africa curre...

Sep 8, 2025
'Big teams in Europe' – Bafana Bafana coach Broos highlights quality of Super Eagles players
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'Big teams in Europe' – Bafana Bafana coach Broos highlights quality of Super Eagles players

Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of South Africa's 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Nigeria, Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos highlighted the strength of the Super Eagles squad, point...

Sep 8, 2025
Ikpeba questions commitment of Lookman, Aina, Bassey, other dual nationals before RSA clash
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Ikpeba questions commitment of Lookman, Aina, Bassey, other dual nationals before RSA clash

Two-time World Cupper and former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba has questioned the commitment of the dual-national players in the Super Eagles squad ahead of Nigeria's crucial 2026 Fifa ...

Sep 8, 2025