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'Nothing to write home about' - Osimhen fumes over officiating after Nigeria's painful loss to Morocco
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'Nothing to write home about' - Osimhen fumes over officiating after Nigeria's painful loss to Morocco

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has reacted to Nigeria’s heartbreaking defeat to host nation Morocco in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations, expressing disappointment over the outcome, the officiating, and the mood within the team’s camp.Nigeria, on Wednesday night in Rabat, lost 4–2 on penalties, following a goalless draw at the end of regulation time and extra time.Speaking to journalists after the match, the Galatasaray forward admitted the loss was painful for the players, noting that missed opportunities at major tournaments are difficult to accept."I think me and my tea...

January 16, 2026
'Not below the level' - Russia coach impressed by Super Eagles even without Osimhen, Lookman
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'Not below the level' - Russia coach impressed by Super Eagles even without Osimhen, Lookman

Russia national team coach Valery Karpin has shared his thoughts on the strength of the Nigeria national team, saying that the three-time African champions remain a formidable opponent even without th...

Jun 3, 2025
'I know all the players' - New Super Eagles invitee Olusegun hails Russia's winning mentality
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'I know all the players' - New Super Eagles invitee Olusegun hails Russia's winning mentality

Olakunle Olusegun has shared his thoughts ahead of Nigeria's highly anticipated international friendly against Russia on Friday, calling for determination and focus from his teammates.The FC Krasnodar...

Jun 3, 2025
Marriage vs Super Eagles duty: John Utaka shares honest take on Ahmed Musa's exit from camp
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Marriage vs Super Eagles duty: John Utaka shares honest take on Ahmed Musa's exit from camp

Former Super Eagles forward John Utaka has reacted to Ahmed Musa’s decision to leave Nigeria’s national team camp to get married, calling for due process and proper handling of national ...

Jun 3, 2025
Super Eagles camp update: Boniface, Obasogie among 18 players in Moscow; Onyemaechi yet to arrive
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Super Eagles camp update: Boniface, Obasogie among 18 players in Moscow; Onyemaechi yet to arrive

Following their dramatic penalty shootout victory over Jamaica in the final of the 2025 Unity Cup at the Gtech Community Stadium in London on Saturday, the Super Eagles have arrived in Moscow to begin...

Jun 2, 2025
'Osimhen won't come' - CSKA midfielder insists Russia are not scared of depleted Super Eagles
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'Osimhen won't come' - CSKA midfielder insists Russia are not scared of depleted Super Eagles

CSKA Moscow's Russia national team attacking midfielder Matvey Kislyak has downplayed the challenge posed by the Nigerian national team ahead of their friendly on June 6, highlighting the absence of m...

Jun 2, 2025
Aina, Chukwueze, Iheanacho, Sadiq, Ndidi, Tella withdraw from Super Eagles squad; Olusegen gets first call-up
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Aina, Chukwueze, Iheanacho, Sadiq, Ndidi, Tella withdraw from Super Eagles squad; Olusegen gets first call-up

A number of withdrawals and injuries to some players have combined to alter the list of players who will appear for Nigeria in Friday’s international friendly match in Moscow, from the original...

Jun 2, 2025
Everton forward reveals how her dad raised three footballers, including two Super Falcons stars
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Everton forward reveals how her dad raised three footballers, including two Super Falcons stars

Everton forward Toni Payne has spoken about the instrumental role her father played in shaping her football journey and that of her siblings, describing him as the backbone of their success in the spo...

Jun 2, 2025
Russia coach explains why Champions League-winning PSG goalkeeper may miss friendly with Nigeria
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Russia coach explains why Champions League-winning PSG goalkeeper may miss friendly with Nigeria

Russia's goalkeeping coach, Vitaly Kafanov has revealed why Paris Saint-Germain shot-stopper Matvey Safonov may miss the June internationals against Nigeria and Belarus.Safonov is among four goalkeepe...

Jun 2, 2025
'One of the strongest teams' - Russia GK hails Super Eagles as top-class opponent ahead of friendly
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'One of the strongest teams' - Russia GK hails Super Eagles as top-class opponent ahead of friendly

Russia national team goalkeeper Stanislav Agkatsev has described the Super Eagles as one of the most formidable opponents they will face since their suspension from international football.The Russians...

Jun 1, 2025
'The way they move' - Jamaica coach admires good Super Eagles team who don't give the ball away
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'The way they move' - Jamaica coach admires good Super Eagles team who don't give the ball away

Jamaica coach Steve McClaren was full of praise for the Super Eagles after his side’s narrow defeat in the Unity Cup final on Saturday evening at the Gtech Community Stadium.The Reggae Boyz pus...

Jun 1, 2025
'Without Osimhen, Lookman' - Russia boss Karpin dismisses second team talk ahead of Nigeria friendly
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'Without Osimhen, Lookman' - Russia boss Karpin dismisses second team talk ahead of Nigeria friendly

Russia manager Valery Karpin has brushed aside suggestions that Nigeria is fielding a weakened squad for their upcoming friendly, despite the absence of star players Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman...

Jun 1, 2025
'We spoke' - Uche shares details of conversation with Eric Chelle before Super Eagles debut v Jamaica
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'We spoke' - Uche shares details of conversation with Eric Chelle before Super Eagles debut v Jamaica

Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche has opened up on the conversation he had with head coach Eric Chelle ahead of his debut in Nigeria's Unity Cup clash against Jamaica on Saturday.Uche, who join...

Jun 1, 2025