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29th November 2025

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'He's an international player' - Birmingham coach challenges Osayi-Samuel to reclaim starting spot
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'He's an international player' - Birmingham coach challenges Osayi-Samuel to reclaim starting spot

Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has urged Bright Osayi-Samuel to step up and reclaim his starting berth from Tomoki Iwata as the Blues prepare to face Watford at the St Andrew’s on Saturday. Osayi-Samuel, who arrived from Turkish giants Fenerbahçe in the summer, enjoyed a promising start to life at St Andrew’s, notably impressing in Birmingham’s 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town on the opening day of the season.However, a dip in form combined with an injury  saw him lose his place to Japan international Tomoki Iwata.The Japanese fullback, originally deployed at right-back due to...

November 28, 2025
'I called up Osimhen, made Ekong captain after Mikel' - Rohr insists he has the lowdown on Nigeria
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'I called up Osimhen, made Ekong captain after Mikel' - Rohr insists he has the lowdown on Nigeria

Ahead of his side's crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Nigeria at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Benin coach Gernot Rohr has highlighted the key decisions he made during his time in c...

Oct 14, 2025
'We are qualifying' - Former Chelsea forward predicts win for Super Eagles against Cheetahs
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'We are qualifying' - Former Chelsea forward predicts win for Super Eagles against Cheetahs

Former Chelsea forward  Emmanuel Sarki has expressed optimism about Nigeria's chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the tough task ahead of the Super Eagles.Nigeria will face ...

Oct 14, 2025
2026 World Cup qualifier: The four Cheetahs players the Super Eagles cannot afford to ignore
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2026 World Cup qualifier: The four Cheetahs players the Super Eagles cannot afford to ignore

The Godswill Akpabio International Stadium will host a high-stakes showdown as Nigeria’s Super Eagles take on Benin Republic’s Cheetahs in the final matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup q...

Oct 14, 2025
Victor Osimhen: We will fight back as underdogs
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Victor Osimhen: We will fight back as underdogs

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has reflected on Nigeria's recent performances in the ongoing FIFA World Cup qualifiers, describing the team as 'underdogs' ahead of their crucial clash against Ben...

Oct 14, 2025
Ranking of runners-up: Bafana Bafana and Cheetahs miss out, Super Eagles still in contention for playoffs
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Ranking of runners-up: Bafana Bafana and Cheetahs miss out, Super Eagles still in contention for playoffs

South Africa's Bafana Bafana and Benin's Cheetahs are no longer in contention for a playoff spot heading into the final matchday of the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers, alnigeriasoccer.com reports.Hugo...

Oct 14, 2025
'Nigeria, South Africa thought it was going to be easy' - Rwanda captain on fierce battle in Group C
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'Nigeria, South Africa thought it was going to be easy' - Rwanda captain on fierce battle in Group C

Rwanda captain Jihad Bizimana has reflected on the intensity of the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, noting that Group C has turned out to be far more competitive than many had anticipated.Nigeria'...

Oct 14, 2025
'The only team that beat Nigeria' - Benin captain Mounie eyes another goal against Super Eagles
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'The only team that beat Nigeria' - Benin captain Mounie eyes another goal against Super Eagles

Benin captain Steve Mounie has set his sights on scoring against Nigeria when both teams meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo.The powerful striker netted in the first leg to inspire the Ch...

Oct 13, 2025
'This camp was difficult' - Chelle reflects on challenges faced by Super Eagles before Cheetahs clash
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'This camp was difficult' - Chelle reflects on challenges faced by Super Eagles before Cheetahs clash

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has opened up about the difficulties his team encountered during their preparations for Tuesday's crucial World Cup qualifying match against Benin's Cheetahs in Uyo.Curr...

Oct 13, 2025
'Step up' - Troost-Ekong sends rallying cry to Super Eagles teammates before must-win Benin clash
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'Step up' - Troost-Ekong sends rallying cry to Super Eagles teammates before must-win Benin clash

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has urged his teammates to raise their performance level as Nigeria prepare for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin on Tuesday in Uyo.E...

Oct 13, 2025
'It's not a war' - Cheetahs coach Rohr reminds Super Eagles and fans of fair play ahead of WCQ
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'It's not a war' - Cheetahs coach Rohr reminds Super Eagles and fans of fair play ahead of WCQ

Benin's Cheetahs manager Gernot Rohr has urged his players to stay composed and enjoy the occasion on Tuesday evening when they face Nigeria in a decisive World Cup qualifier, emphasising that footbal...

Oct 13, 2025
'Let's hope the gods are with us' - Bafana Bafana coach Broos prays for Benin slip-up against Nigeria
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'Let's hope the gods are with us' - Bafana Bafana coach Broos prays for Benin slip-up against Nigeria

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos says he is banking on divine intervention as his side eyes qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hoping Nigeria can defeat Benin in their crucial Group C encoun...

Oct 13, 2025
'The atmosphere can be hostile' - Benin coach Rohr hints at game plan for WCQ against Nigeria
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'The atmosphere can be hostile' - Benin coach Rohr hints at game plan for WCQ against Nigeria

Benin coach Gernot Rohr has hinted at his team's tactical approach ahead of their 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Nigeria, acknowledging the difficult challenge of playing in Uyo.The German tact...

Oct 13, 2025