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target=_blank>‘Bus would be better’ — Nigerians react over car used to pick Super Eagles players from airport
Nigerians on social media have reacted after a 2008 Toyota Avalon was reportedly used to pick up Super Eagles players from the airport ahead of their 2026 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying clash against Madagascar in Uyo.
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target=_blank>Germany’s Havertz, Musiala ruled out of Greece match with injury
Kai Havertz and Jamal Musiala have been ruled out of Germany’s Nations League game with Greece this weekend with injury, the German football federation (DFB) said on Friday.
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target=_blank>AFCON qualifiers: Nigeria vs Madagascar – date, time, venue and where to watch
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when they host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday.
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target=_blank>Okoye arrives Super Eagles camp ahead of Madagascar clash
Okoye was the final member of Nigeria’s 24-man squad to arrive in camp after missing the team’s first two training sessions.
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target=_blank>Yalcouye makes dream debut as Ivory Coast beat Ghana in AFCON qualifier
Brighton striker Malick Yalcouye made a dream debut for Ivory Coast by scoring in a 2-0 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying victory over Ghana in Bouake on Thursday.
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target=_blank>Netherlands snatch draw with late goal to sour Klopp’s Germany debut
Cody Gakpo scored in stoppage time to snatch a 1-1 draw for the Netherlands at home to Germany on Jurgen Klopp’s debut in the visiting dugout in the Nations League on Thursday.
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target=_blank>Joao Felix gives Portugal win over Wales as Ronaldo misfires
Portugal, who have won two of the four finals since the competition was launched in 2018, dominated possession and outshot Wales 19-4 in Lisbon but squandered a string of chances.
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target=_blank>Why Okoye has not arrived Super Eagles camp – Chelle
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed that Udinese requested one of Nigeria’s invited players to remain with the Italian club for some activities ahead of the team’s Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifiers.
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target=_blank>‘I feel immense emotion’ — Zidane ahead of first France match
Zinedine Zidane has admitted the significance of taking charge of France for the first time as he prepares to begin his reign against Turkey in the Nations League on Friday.
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target=_blank>‘I’ve won most titles’ — Fabian Ruiz speaks on Ballon d’Or chance
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz has joined the growing list of players making bold claims in the race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, insisting that his trophy haul gives him a strong case for the prestigious individual award.
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target=_blank>Nigeria vs Madagascar: ‘It’ll never happen again’ – Ndidi on World Cup misfortune
Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, has cautioned that Nigeria must prevent a sluggish opening when commencing their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo on Friday. During the pre-match press conference held on Thursday, Ndidi reflected upon Nigeria’s inability to secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and emphasized that the team
Nigeria vs Madagascar: ‘It’ll never happen again’ – Ndidi on World Cup misfortune
target=_blank>AFCON 2027Q: Full house as Maduka Okoye finally arrives Super Eagles’ camp
Udinese of Italy goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, has finally arrived Super Eagles base in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Okoye, according to Super Eagles media officer, Promise Efoghe, landed in Uyo on Friday morning. The 25-year-old’s arrival means head coach Éric Chelle now has all the
AFCON 2027Q: Full house as Maduka Okoye finally arrives Super Eagles’ camp
target=_blank>2028 Olympics Qualifiers: Super Falcons to resume camp for Comoros clash October 4
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will resume camping on Sunday, October 4 in Ikenne for the 2028 Olympic Games qualifying showdown against Comoros. The two legs of the second qualifying round tie will be played at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne. The first leg is slated for Friday, 9 October, while the reverse fixture is
2028 Olympics Qualifiers: Super Falcons to resume camp for Comoros clash October 4
target=_blank>NWFL: Sunshine Queens acquire Imo Strikers Queens, set for 2026-27 campaign
Sunshine Queens are set to make a return to the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, next season. According to reports, the management of the club have acquired the slot of Imo Strikers Queens in the NWFL. Sunshine Queens were relegated to the NWFL Championship last term. The development will see the Akure-based side return the
NWFL: Sunshine Queens acquire Imo Strikers Queens, set for 2026-27 campaign
target=_blank>AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles won’t repeat World Cup qualifying mistakes – Ndidi
Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi has stressed the need for Nigeria to make a strong start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, DAILY POST reports. Nigeria missed out on the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a disappointing start to the qualifiers, failing to win any of their opening four matches, recording three
AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles won’t repeat World Cup qualifying mistakes – Ndidi
target=_blank>Ballon d’Or 2026: Guti names top 3 favourites to win award
Former Real Madrid midfielder, Guti has named England’s Harry Kane, France’s Kylian Mbappe and Spain’s Rodri as his top three favourites to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Guti also admitted he specifically wants Mbappe to win the Ballon d’Or because he plays for Real Madrid. He said, as quoted by El Partidazo de COPE: “It’s
Ballon d’Or 2026: Guti names top 3 favourites to win award
target=_blank>Nigeria vs Madagascar: All you need to know, kick-off time, team news
Nigeria will play Madagascar on Friday, as they begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series. The Super Eagles will host the Barea at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom state capital. The Group L fixture is scheduled to kick off at 5pm Nigerian time. Guinea-Bissau and co-hosts Tanzania, who are
Nigeria vs Madagascar: All you need to know, kick-off time, team news
target=_blank>Raphinha takes Brazil’s no10 shirt from Neymar
Barcelona forward, Raphinha, has now inherited Brazil’s no.10 shirt. This follows Neymar Jr’s decision to retire from international football in the summer. Neymar announced he would no longer represent Selecao after playing at the 2026 World Cup. Raphinha has now been assigned the iconic number 10 shirt for upcoming exhibition fixtures in Oceania and Asia.
Raphinha takes Brazil’s no10 shirt from Neymar
target=_blank>Nations League: Zidane reveals protagonists of France team
France head coach, Zinedine Zidane, has said the players will remain the main protagonists of his team as he prepares for his first match in charge. Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of France’s Nations League clash with Turkey on Friday, Zidane said he would take a back seat and allow the players to
Nations League: Zidane reveals protagonists of France team
target=_blank>‘He can do everything’ – Chelsea’s Morgan Rogers names his third greatest player of time
Chelsea forward, Morgan Rogers has named Brazilian legend, Neymar as his third-greatest player of all time, placing him behind Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The England international established himself as the most expensive British player in the summer transfer window after completing a £117 million move to the Blues from Aston Villa. Rogers participated in
‘He can do everything’ – Chelsea’s Morgan Rogers names his third greatest player of time
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