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'Complete nonsense' - Former DR Congo coach hits back at Eric Chelle over voodoo allegations
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'Complete nonsense' - Former DR Congo coach hits back at Eric Chelle over voodoo allegations

Former Democratic Republic of Congo head coach Florent Ibenge has strongly dismissed claims made by Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle that a member of the Leopards’ technical staff used voodoo during Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup playoff defeat in November.Nigeria missed out on qualifying for the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico after losing 4-3 on penalties to the Leopards, with regular time ending 1-1. The shocking elimination triggered controversy when Chelle alleged that a Congolese official performed “voodoo” rituals as Nigerian players prepared to take their spot kicks.Spe...

December 4, 2025
Victor Osimhen acknowledges Super Eagles made mistakes vs Sierra Leone, ready for Benin
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Victor Osimhen acknowledges Super Eagles made mistakes vs Sierra Leone, ready for Benin

Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has acknowledged that the Super Eagles made mistakes in their back-to-back matches against Sierra Leone last November. On matchday three at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadi...

Mar 25, 2021
'Senior Man is happy to be in camp' - Leicester City striker Iheanacho vows to do his best vs Benin
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'Senior Man is happy to be in camp' - Leicester City striker Iheanacho vows to do his best vs Benin

Kelechi Iheanacho, who is Nigeria's most in-form striker at club level heading into Saturday's Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Republic of Benin, has vowed to do his best to assist ...

Mar 25, 2021
'We're going there to win' - Super Eagles captain Musa confident before trip to Republic of Benin
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'We're going there to win' - Super Eagles captain Musa confident before trip to Republic of Benin

Ahmed Musa is confident that the Super Eagles can secure a win when they face the Republic of Benin on Saturday despite the opponents boasting an eight-year unbeaten streak at home.   The Super ...

Mar 25, 2021
Super Eagles defender Troost-Ekong on preparations for AFCONQ, Lagos pitch, Republic of Benin
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Super Eagles defender Troost-Ekong on preparations for AFCONQ, Lagos pitch, Republic of Benin

Watford star William Troost-Ekong is happy with the Super Eagles' preparations before their trip to Porto-Novo to face the Republic of Benin on matchday five of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifie...

Mar 25, 2021
Chelsea goalkeeper targeted by Nigeria handed late call-up to England Youth team
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Chelsea goalkeeper targeted by Nigeria handed late call-up to England Youth team

Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report that the English Football Association has taken the first step to beat the Nigeria Football Federation to the services of promising youngster Prince Adegoke...

Mar 25, 2021
'The coach will decide' - Enyimba GK Noble on his chances of starting for Super Eagles
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'The coach will decide' - Enyimba GK Noble on his chances of starting for Super Eagles

Enyimba goalkeeper John Noble started a new chapter in his career after he was named in the Super Eagles 24-man roster for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches. A month ago, Noble was...

Mar 25, 2021
'It's every player's dream' - Injured Liverpool loanee Awoniyi disappointed to miss out on AFCONQ
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'It's every player's dream' - Injured Liverpool loanee Awoniyi disappointed to miss out on AFCONQ

Liverpool loanee Taiwo Awoniyi has admitted that he was disappointed to miss out on a roster spot for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against the Republic of Benin and Lesotho. ...

Mar 25, 2021
'Always an honour to play in Nigeria' - Dutch-born Twente fullback Ebuehi ahead of AFCONQ vs Lesotho
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'Always an honour to play in Nigeria' - Dutch-born Twente fullback Ebuehi ahead of AFCONQ vs Lesotho

The prospect of the Super Eagles playing their last Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Lesotho in front of the fans at the Teslim Balogun Stadium is something FC Twente fullback Tyronne Eb...

Mar 25, 2021
Rohr on Super Eagles training session, fitness update, Lagos pitch, travel plans to Republic of Benin
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Rohr on Super Eagles training session, fitness update, Lagos pitch, travel plans to Republic of Benin

Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr spoke to the media shortly after his team's training session at the Teslim Balogun Stadium on Wednesday evening. The German football tactician was satisfied with the ...

Mar 25, 2021
Everton star Iwobi explains why Super Eagles are motivated before showdown vs Benin
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Everton star Iwobi explains why Super Eagles are motivated before showdown vs Benin

Everton winger Alex Iwobi believes that the Super Eagles players would be motivated going into their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Republic of Benin. On matchday three of ...

Mar 24, 2021
'I'm happy Rohr chose me' - Sparta Rotterdam's Okoye reacts to being selected as Eagles No. 1
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'I'm happy Rohr chose me' - Sparta Rotterdam's Okoye reacts to being selected as Eagles No. 1

Sparta Rotterdam rookie goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has reacted to being installed as the Super Eagles first choice goalkeeper ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches. With only...

Mar 24, 2021
'I look to raise my game even more with Super Eagles' - 'Aggressive' Ajayi on his West Brom form
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'I look to raise my game even more with Super Eagles' - 'Aggressive' Ajayi on his West Brom form

Semi Ajayi has admitted that he looks to take his game to a higher level while on international duty with the Super Eagles. The former Arsenal U23 captain was a shining light for West Brom until h...

Mar 24, 2021