Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has handed maiden invitations to Saudi Arabia-based forward George Ilenikhena and Alverca left-back Isaac James for Nigeria’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Naijasports reports. According to an exclusive report by OwnGoalNigeria, Chelle has also recalled Banik Ostrava defender Abdullahi Bewene, goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, midfielder Alhassan Yusuf and…
With Nigeria still coming to terms with the disappointment of missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has turned his attention to the next chapter, closely monitoring established stars and emerging talents ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Super Eagles midfielder Tochukwu Nnadi has reportedly attracted interest from two Premier League clubs this summer, but the Nigerian is understood to be keen on remaining at Olympique Marseille and fighting for his place ahead of the new season. The 22-year-old joined the French giants from Belgian side Zulte Waregem in February on a four-year…
Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has delivered an emotional reflection on Nigeria’s recent World Cup disappointments, admitting it would be painful for members of the current generation to end their careers without featuring at football’s biggest tournament. Speaking on AySuga Channel, the FC Porto forward acknowledged the reality facing several senior players in the squad…
…Alex Iwobi to be honoured before kick-off
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have intensified preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after completing their final training session ahead of Friday’s international friendly against Senegal in Ikenne. Justin Madugu’s side put in another strong workout on Thursday at the Remo Stars Stadium, with the players appearing focused and determined as…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Portugal ahead of next week’s international friendly encounter as preparations continue for their second tune-up game of the international window. The team’s arrival in Lisbon was confirmed by Super Eagles media officer Promise Efoghe, who disclosed that 19 players and officials travelled from Poland to Portugal following…
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has played down concerns over South Africa’s inability to arrange friendly matches against European and Asian opposition ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Belgian tactician had initially hoped to test his side against teams from both regions as part of preparations for group-stage clashes against Mexico, the…
England midfielder Jordan Henderson has called on his teammates to fully embrace the challenging weather conditions in Florida as they prepare for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in the United States. The veteran midfielder believes exposing themselves to the sweltering temperatures will help the squad acclimatise ahead of what is expected to be a physically…
Nigeria maintained their impressive record against Poland at senior international level as goals from Terem Moffi and Paul Onuachu earned the Super Eagles a hard-fought 2-2 draw with Poland national football team in an entertaining international friendly in Warsaw on Wednesday. Fresh from a 2-0 defeat to Ukraine national football team, the hosts began brightly…
