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target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Chelle, Troost-Ekong rally Super Eagles after vital win
He said the players have felt immense pressure during camps. In spite of missing chances in the first half, he was proud of their performance.
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target=_blank>Mbappe out of France’s World Cup qualifier in Iceland with sore ankle
Mbappe “will not be able to play Monday against Iceland,” a French Football Federation (FFF) statement read.
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Nigeria vs Benin – Date, time, and where to Watch
The Super Eagles face a decisive showdown against Benin Republic on Tuesday in Uyo as the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies, with Nigeria needing a win and favourable results elsewhere to keep their qualification hopes alive.
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target=_blank>Messi-less Argentina down Venezuela in friendly
Argentina shrugged off the absence of Lionel Messi to ease to 1-0 victory over Venezuela in a friendly international in Miami on Friday.
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target=_blank>Explainer: How Nigeria can qualify for 2026 World Cup after Lesotho win
Nigeria’s slim 2-1 victory over Lesotho on Friday has kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive; but qualification is still delicately poised heading into the final round of Group C fixtures.
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target=_blank>FIFA ban on Heartland FC: A very big shame – Etu
By Jacob Ajom One of the most expressive pieces of evidence that show that Nigeria football has taken a plunge was the 4-0 humiliation of the Flying Eagles by Argentina U20 national team. That followed a very disturbing development involving Heartland Football Club of Owerri. During the week, the Nigeria Premier Football League received a
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target=_blank>Nigerians know little about NPFL
By Peculiar Oke and Prince Ehidiamhen Nigeria football has witnessed a slide in recent times and Nigerians have been speaking out on what can be done for Nigeria to get back to winning ways. Sports Vanguard went to town to seek the opinions of football fans on the way forward. Kingsley Nnawulu Chukwu, a car
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ: ‘It’s not over until it’s over’ – Ekong sends warning to South Africa, Benin
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has sent a defiant message to Group C rivals South Africa and Benin Republic following Nigeria’s crucial 2-1 victory over Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ: We’re still alive – Super Eagles coach Chelle optimistic ahead of Benin clash
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has shared his thoughts following Nigeria’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Crocodiles of Lesotho in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Friday night in Polokwane.
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Nigeria scrape 2-1 win against Lesotho to keep qualification hopes alive
The Super Eagles of Nigeria scraped a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho on Friday evening to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive.
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Benin Republic arrive Uyo for ‘showdown’ with Super Eagles
The delegation of Benin Republic is scheduled to arrive in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital on Saturday afternoon ahead of the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria. The Cheetahs defeated Rwanda 1-0 at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali, on Friday night. Gernot Rohr’s side remain top of Group C with 17 points from
2026 WCQ: Benin Republic arrive Uyo for ‘showdown’ with Super Eagles
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Rohr singles out 4 Super Eagles players ahead Nigeria vs Benin clash
The head coach of Benin Republic, Gernot Rohr, has picked out four key players in Nigeria’s squad ahead of their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo next week. Rohr’s men beat Rwanda 1-0 on Friday, to stay top of Group C ahead of the last round of fixtures. However, the group remains open
2026 WCQ: Rohr singles out 4 Super Eagles players ahead Nigeria vs Benin clash
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Benin Republic captain Mounie ready for ‘historic’ clash with Super Eagles
Benin Republic captain Steve Mounie has declared that the Cheetahs will give their all in the clash with the Super Eagles of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. Gernot Rohr’s side will be up against the Super Eagles in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday 10 encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo next week.
2026 WCQ: Benin Republic captain Mounie ready for ‘historic’ clash with Super Eagles
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: We will give our all to beat Super Eagles – Benin star Aiyegun
Benin Republic forward, Tosin Aiyegun is anticipating a tough battle against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Cheetahs defeated Rwanda 1-0 in Amahoro on Friday. Aiyegun scored the winning goal 10 minutes from time. Gernot Rohr’s side maintained top spot on the Group C table with 17 points from nine matches. They will need a
2026 WCQ: We will give our all to beat Super Eagles – Benin star Aiyegun
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: South Africa count on Nigeria to secure top spot – Broos
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has suggested that South Africa is now counting on Nigeria to beat the Benin Republic in their final Group C 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. According to Broos, a victory for Nigeria would benefit South Africa to top the group if they also beat Rwanda in their
2026 WCQ: South Africa count on Nigeria to secure top spot – Broos
target=_blank>World Cup qualifiers: Top 5 highest-paid African national team coaches
Amid the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, the top five highest-paid African national team coaches have been revealed. Coach of the Algeria national football team, Vladimir Petkovic, is currently the highest-paid African national team coach. According to Sporty TV, the 62-year-old Bosnian and Herzegovinian gaffer is being paid 1.6 million euros by the Algerian
World Cup qualifiers: Top 5 highest-paid African national team coaches
target=_blank>NNL: Retired referee, Udoh appointed Dakkada FC General Manager
Retired FIFA referee, Anietie Ferdinand Udoh has been appointed Acting General Manager of Nigeria National League, NNL, side, Dakkada FC. Dakkada confirmed the appointment of Udoh in a statement on Friday. Udoh, an award winning Nigerian referee, is expected to bring his vast experience and professionalism into the management of the club. “We are pleased
NNL: Retired referee, Udoh appointed Dakkada FC General Manager
target=_blank>NNL issues facility upgrade ultimatum on Lobi Stars’ stadium
The Nigeria National League, NNL, has issued a two-week ultimatum for facility upgrade at the McCarthy Stadium in Makurdi. The McCarthy Stadium is the home ground of Nigeria National League, NNL, side Lobi Stars. The decision was reached after the inspection of the venue by the league organisers ahead of the 2025-26 season. NNL chairman,
NNL issues facility upgrade ultimatum on Lobi Stars’ stadium
target=_blank>Bundesliga: Super Eagles defender, Agu undergoes successful surgery
Werder Bremen defender, Felix Agu has undergone a successful surgery, the German club has confirmed. The Nigeria international sustained the injury during Werder Bremen’s Bundesliga clash with St. Pauli last weekend. Agu was stretchered off the pitch one minute before the break. After further assessment, it was discovered he copped a syndesmosis ligament injury. Werder
Bundesliga: Super Eagles defender, Agu undergoes successful surgery
target=_blank>2026 WCQ: Rohr ready for difficult Super Eagles showdown
Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr is expecting a difficult duel against the Squirrels of Benin Republic, DAILY POST reports. The Cheetahs maintained top spot in Group C after a 1-0 away win against the Amavubi of Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali on Friday. Tosin Aiyegun scored the winning goal for the visitors 10
2026 WCQ: Rohr ready for difficult Super Eagles showdown
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