The Nigerian Super Eagles, fresh off their commendable silver medal performance at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), were greeted with a warm welcome in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Following their gallant display in the final against host nation Cote D’Ivoire, where they narrowly lost 2-1, the team arrived in Abuja to a reception…
President Bola Tinubu has voiced his dissatisfaction with the Super Eagles’ performance in their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group A clash against Guinea-Bissau. Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan Enoh, shared this revelation during a Zoom meeting with the national team players and coaches ahead of Nigeria’s round of 16 clash with Cameroon….
In the heart of Nigeria, Lagos emerges as a bustling metropolis pulsating with an unparalleled passion for sports. As the city gears up to welcome the prestigious AFCON trophy, its vibrant atmosphere reflects an unwavering dedication to the growth and enrichment of the sporting landscape. The anticipation resonates across Lagos, echoing the collective excitement of…
As the anticipation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers heightens, the Nigerian national football team, famously known as the Super Eagles, has begun their meticulous preparations ahead of the crucial encounters against Lesotho and Zimbabwe. A total of 22 players have now convened in the camp situated in Uyo, a significant hub for their…
In an eagerly awaited announcement, Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro has revealed the 23-man squad that will don the Nigerian colors in the upcoming Group C 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe. The unveiling took place via the Super Eagles X handle, where fans eagerly scanned the list for surprises and…
Boniface delivered an outstanding performance, tallying 30 touches, five goal attempts, and a successful dribble
Nigeria Football Federation officially announced this friendly in a statement released on Wednesday through Opitan Global Media (OGM) This friendly encounter comes just a month before the Super Eagles, three-time African champions, kick off their quest for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals with a home game against Lesotho’s Crocodiles.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face off against the Benin Republic’s Cheetahs today in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, as both teams compete to secure their place in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. This marks the third encounter between these West African teams in just six months, and expectations are high as Nigeria…
Former Nigerian international Finidi George has been named as the new head coach of the Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, taking over from Jose Peseiro. George, aged 53, had previously served as interim coach following Peseiro’s departure after Nigeria’s loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final in February….
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) recently unveiled the final shortlist for its prestigious 2024 CAF Awards, with Nigerian stars Ademola Lookman and Stanley Nwabali among the nominees. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on December 16 in Marrakech, Morocco. While Lookman and Nwabali have earned spots in the coveted Player of the…
