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13th January 2026

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Lookman's former club RB Leipzig sign Flying Eagles forward, hand him jersey number worn by Afcon star
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Lookman's former club RB Leipzig sign Flying Eagles forward, hand him jersey number worn by Afcon star

With an official statement on its website, Bundesliga side RB Leipzig have confirmed the signing of Flying Eagles winger Sani Suleman from Slovak top-flight club AS Trenčín.The highly rated youngster attracted the attention of the German outfit after his impressive performances for Nigeria at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.The 19-year-old has put pen to paper on a long-term contract that will keep him at RB Leipzig until the summer of 2031.Suleman has been handed the number 18 shirt at RB Leipzig, the same number worn by Nigeria's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations star Ademola Lookman during his ...

January 13, 2026
Afcon 2025: Two Super Eagles players train separately ahead of Morocco clash
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Afcon 2025: Two Super Eagles players train separately ahead of Morocco clash

The Super Eagles rounded off their final training session on Tuesday ahead of Wednesday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash against Morocco, with captain Wilfred Ndidi and defender Ryan Al...

Jan 13, 2026
'I will never forget' - Osimhen on Yekini's goalscoring record, Eric Chelle, Super Eagles , Morocco
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'I will never forget' - Osimhen on Yekini's goalscoring record, Eric Chelle, Super Eagles , Morocco

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has described his pursuit of Rashidi Yekini’s all-time Nigeria goalscoring record as a moment he will cherish forever, as the team prepares for its AFCON semifina...

Jan 13, 2026
'Opponent with outstanding players' - Morocco coach admits Super Eagles will be a tough challenge
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'Opponent with outstanding players' - Morocco coach admits Super Eagles will be a tough challenge

Atlas Lions coach Walid Regragui has admitted that Morocco's semifinal clash with Nigeria on Wednesday night will be very difficult.The North African giants will face a Super Eagles side brimming...

Jan 13, 2026
'When you see their bench' - Morocco coach names three Nigeria players that are threats, relieved Ndidi is out
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'When you see their bench' - Morocco coach names three Nigeria players that are threats, relieved Ndidi is out

Atlas Lions coach Walid Regragui  has highlighted the danger posed by Nigeria's attacking players, naming Alex Iwobi, Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman as key threats ahead of their Africa Cup o...

Jan 13, 2026
'A big miss' - Iwobi rues absence of Ola Aina but highlights Osayi-Samuel, Alebiosu have stepped up
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'A big miss' - Iwobi rues absence of Ola Aina but highlights Osayi-Samuel, Alebiosu have stepped up

Alex Iwobi has admitted that the absence of Ola Aina has been a significant blow to the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but stressed that EFL Championship right backs Bright Osayi-Samu...

Jan 13, 2026
'Everybody is doing well' - Iwobi credits unity for Super Eagles' impressive Afcon run
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'Everybody is doing well' - Iwobi credits unity for Super Eagles' impressive Afcon run

Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has attributed his impressive form for Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to the strong bond and unity within the Super Eagles squad. The 29-year-old has be...

Jan 13, 2026
'I am disappointed' - Eric Chelle reacts to unavailability of influential captain Ndidi against Morocco
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'I am disappointed' - Eric Chelle reacts to unavailability of influential captain Ndidi against Morocco

Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has expressed disappointment over the absence of captain Wilfred Ndidi for the match against Morocco on Wednesday.The Besiktas midfielder is suspended for the semifina...

Jan 13, 2026
'They seem very strong' - Tanzania coach explains why Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon 2025
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'They seem very strong' - Tanzania coach explains why Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon 2025

Miguel Ángel Gamondi, coach of Tanzania, believes the Super Eagles are the standout team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Nigeria are the only side to have won all their matches in the tournament, r...

Jan 13, 2026
'Who is going to stop Lookman and Osimhen?' - South Africa striker insists Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon
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'Who is going to stop Lookman and Osimhen?' - South Africa striker insists Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon

South Africa striker Zakhele Lepasa has named Nigeria as the standout team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, insisting that the three other remaining teams in the tournament don't have the firepower ...

Jan 13, 2026
'Morocco look scary' - Super Eagles star Iwobi admits before blockbuster Afcon semifinal clash
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'Morocco look scary' - Super Eagles star Iwobi admits before blockbuster Afcon semifinal clash

Alex Iwobi has acknowledged that Morocco will be formidable opponents ahead of Nigeria's highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations semifinal clash, admitting the Atlas Lions looked scary after their im...

Jan 12, 2026
'Almost never passes backward' - Oliseh names Super Eagles' most important Afcon player
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'Almost never passes backward' - Oliseh names Super Eagles' most important Afcon player

1994 Africa Cup of Nations-winning midfielder Sunday Oliseh has praised Super Eagles stars Calvin Bassey and Ademola Lookman, describing the latter as the most important player in Nigeria’s squad.Th...

Jan 12, 2026
'It won't be my first mistake' - Wrexham GK who recently switched nationality to Nigeria says
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'It won't be my first mistake' - Wrexham GK who recently switched nationality to Nigeria says

Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, who recently switched his international allegiance to Nigeria, has expressed his delight following a standout performance that helped his side secure a dramatic FA C...

Jan 12, 2026