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target=_blank>WC playoffs: Atiku, Obi, others laud Super Eagles
The game played at the Moulay Hassan Stadium on Thursday saw Nigeria qualify for the final World Cup playoffs through goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke and a brace from Victor Osimhen.
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target=_blank>Ronaldo sent off as Ireland stun Portugal in World Cup qualifier
Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off for an elbow as his Portugal side lost 2-0 against Ireland on Thursday and blew another chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
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target=_blank>Full list: Countries qualified for 2026 World Cup
List of teams already qualified for the 48-team 2026 World Cup as of Thursday: Host nations Canada, Mexico, United States Africa Algeria, Cape Verde, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, Tunisia Asia Australia, Iran, Japan, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Uzbekistan Europe England, France Oceania New Zealand South America Argentina, Brazil, Colombia,
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target=_blank>‘I apologised to my teammates after the missed chance’ – Osimhen
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen’s resilience shone through on Thursday as Nigeria defeated Gabon 4-1 in extra time to secure a place in Sunday’s playoff final against DR Congo. The Super Eagles looked dominant in patches, but late in the match, Osimhen missed a clear goal-scoring opportunity that could have sealed the win for the
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target=_blank>CAF WC Playoff: DR Congo defeat Cameroon 1-0, to face Nigeria in final
DR Congo booked their place in the CAF World Cup qualifying play-off final after a narrow 1-0 victory over Cameroon on Thursday.
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target=_blank>Build on this victory, remain focused – Tinubu tells Super Eagles
He described the Super Eagles performance as a clear expression of the Nigerian character that rises, adapts, and prevails.
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target=_blank>Turkish football federation suspends 25 first division players over betting
Twenty-five first division players were among 102 suspended by the Turkish football federation (TFF) on Thursday for betting on matches.
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target=_blank>Nigeria thrash Gabon 4-1, cruise to CAF Playoff final
Nigeria booked their place in the CAF playoff final with a thrilling 4-1 extra-time victory over Gabon in Rabat on Thursday, setting up a showdown with the winner between DR Congo and Cameroon for a spot in the intercontinental playoff.
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target=_blank>Nigeria vs Gabon: Osimhen, Adams lead attack as Ekong benched for Playoff in Rabat
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has announced his starting lineup for the highly anticipated playoff clash against Gabon, taking place at the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.
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target=_blank>South Africa announces plan to bid for Olympic Games
South Africa plans to bid for the 2036 or 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the government said Thursday, aiming to bring one of the world’s biggest sporting events to Africa for the first time.
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target=_blank>2026 WCQ playoffs: Osimhen facing ban ahead of Super Eagles’ game against DR Congo
Nigeria striker, Victor Osimhen, is facing a one-match ban ahead of Sunday’s 2026 World Cup playoff final against DR Congo. This follows his booking in the 4-1 win over Gabon in the semi-final on Thursday. Osimhen was shown a yellow card for pulling off his shirt, as he celebrated his first goal in extra time.
2026 WCQ playoffs: Osimhen facing ban ahead of Super Eagles’ game against DR Congo
target=_blank>NPFL: Maikaba wants Wikki Tourists to maintain unbeaten run
Wikki Tourists head coach, Abdul Maikaba wants his side to have a winning mentality as they continue their campaign in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season. The Bauchi Elephants have recorded two wins and a draw in their last three games in the NPFL. Wikki Tourists secured an hard fought win against Niger
NPFL: Maikaba wants Wikki Tourists to maintain unbeaten run
target=_blank>2026 WCQ Playoffs: Gabon coach Mouyouma disappointed with defeat to Super Eagles
Panthers of Gabon head coach, Thierry Mouyouma admitted that his side didn’t compete enough in their 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs with the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Mouyouma’s side were thrashed 4-1 by the Super Eagles in the semi-final fixture in Rabat on Thursday night. The Super Eagles dominated the first half, creating chances Victor
2026 WCQ Playoffs: Gabon coach Mouyouma disappointed with defeat to Super Eagles
target=_blank>We need to see more from them – Ikpeba calls out two Super Eagles players
Former Nigeria international, Victor Ikpeba has called out two players following Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup qualifying semi-final playoff 4-1 win against Gabon on Thursday. Recall that goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke and a brace from Victor Osimhen gave Eric Chelle’s side the victory against Gabon in Rabat, Morocco. Speaking after the game, Ikpeba
We need to see more from them – Ikpeba calls out two Super Eagles players
target=_blank>Troost-Ekong names four leaders in Super Eagles team
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has named four leaders in Eric Chelle’s side. The former Watford defender spoke following Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying semi-final playoff 4-1 win against Gabon on Thursday. Recall that goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, and Victor Osimhen (2) gave Nigeria the victory against Gabon in Rabat, Morocco. Mario
Troost-Ekong names four leaders in Super Eagles team
target=_blank>2026 WCQ Playoffs: How Super Eagles can beat Congo — Chelle
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has said his team must show an improvement from their performance against Gabon to be able to conquer Democratic Republic of Congo in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs. Chelle’s side thrashed the Panthers of Gabon 4-1 in the semi-final of the playoffs at the Prince
2026 WCQ Playoffs: How Super Eagles can beat Congo — Chelle
target=_blank>WCQ playoffs: Three European clubs react as Nigeria thrashed Gabon, qualify for final
Three European clubs have celebrated the Super Eagles’ qualification for the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs final. The clubs are Brentford, Sevilla and Galatasaray. Recall that Nigeria thrashed the Panthers 4–1 to reach the World Cup playoffs final on Thursday. Goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke and Victor Osimhen (2) ensured Eric Chelle’s men defeated
WCQ playoffs: Three European clubs react as Nigeria thrashed Gabon, qualify for final
target=_blank>Cristiano Ronaldo to be banned for 2026 World Cup opener
Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, is facing suspension ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Ronaldo could miss at least the opening game of next year’s tournament after receiving a red card for violent conduct in the 2-0 defeat to the Republic of Ireland on Thursday. The 40-year-old was initially shown a yellow card for elbowing Ireland
Cristiano Ronaldo to be banned for 2026 World Cup opener
target=_blank>2026 World Cup: 30 teams that have qualified for tournament Full List
At least 30 teams have qualified for the 2026 World Cup. France became the latest to book their place, thanks to a 4-0 win over Ukraine on Thursday night. Kylian Mbappe scored twice, while Michael Olise and Hugo Ekitike also got on the scoresheet for Les Bleus. Norway’s 4-1 win over Estonia, has all but
2026 World Cup: 30 teams that have qualified for tournament Full List
target=_blank>2026 WCQ Playoffs: Chelle warns Super Eagles it’s not done yet
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has warned his players they must remain humble despite Thursday night’s big win over the Panthers of Gabon. The three-time African champions sealed a place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after thrashing 4-1 in Rabat. The Super Eagles must now beat the Leopards of Democratic
2026 WCQ Playoffs: Chelle warns Super Eagles it’s not done yet
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