Super Eagles Miss Out as Zachary Athekame Commits to Switzerland
Nigeria’s hopes of securing the international allegiance of Zachary Athekame have ended after the AC Milan defender made his senior debut for Switzerland in the UEFA Nations League. Athekame, who was born in Geneva to a Nigerian father, had been viewed as a potential addition to the Super Eagles squad. However, his appearance in Switzerland’s […]
Super Eagles Arrive in Moscow Ahead of Russia Friendly
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Moscow ahead of their international friendly against Russia scheduled for next Tuesday. The Nigerian delegation touched down in the Russian capital on Friday afternoon and is expected to begin preparations immediately for the highly anticipated encounter. Head coach Éric Chelle and his players will face Russia at […]
Super Eagles: Chelle Makes Two Changes Ahead of Russia Friendly
Nigeria head coach Éric Chelle has reshuffled his squad ahead of next week’s international friendly against Russia, drafting in midfielder John Otomewo and defender Vince Osuji as replacements for Wilfred Ndidi and Akpe Victory. Ndidi, who captained the Super Eagles in recent matches, and Akpe Victory will both miss the fixture, prompting Chelle to make […]
2028 Olympics Qualifiers: Super Falcons To Resume Camp For Comoros Clash October 4
The Super Falcons will resume camp on October 4 as preparations intensify for their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying tie against Comoros. The players and officials are expected to assemble in Ikenne ahead of the second-round qualifiers. Both legs of the encounter will take place at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne. The first leg […]
NFF To Celebrate Simon’s 100th Cap
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is set to honour Moses Simon ahead of his landmark 100th appearance for the Super Eagles. The winger is expected to reach the milestone when Nigeria hosts Madagascar in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday. Simon made his senior debut […]
FIFA, CAF Lean Towards Normalization Committee to Resolve NFF Crisis
The push by some State Football Association chairmen for a Caretaker Committee to oversee the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) appears to be losing momentum, with a Normalization Committee reportedly gaining wider support among key stakeholders. The development follows consultations between a joint FIFA and CAF delegation currently in Nigeria and major stakeholders involved in the […]
NFF Congress Backs Football Reforms, Rejects Bypassing Statutes
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Congress has endorsed comprehensive reforms of Nigerian football but insisted that the process must comply with Nigerian law, the NFF Statutes and applicable FIFA and CAF regulations. In a reform proposal dated September 2026, Congress said the resignation of the NFF Executive Committee and General Secretary had created a serious […]
FIFA, CAF Suspend NFF Electoral Process, Order Status Quo
Football governing bodies begin assessment of crisis rocking Nigeria Football Federation World football governing body, FIFA, and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) have directed the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to immediately suspend its ongoing electoral process, pending a comprehensive assessment of the current situation within the federation. The directive was contained in an official […]
NFF Set to Announce New Super Falcons Coach Ahead of 2028 Olympics
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), in collaboration with the National Sports Commission (NSC), is set to announce the appointment of a new head coach for the Super Falcons on Tuesday in Abuja.According to the recent Sports report, the appointment is part of efforts to reposition Nigeria’s senior women’s national team and begin early preparations for […]
NFF Shake-Up Leaves NPFL Referees in Limbo Over Outstanding Payments
Match officials in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) are facing renewed uncertainty over unpaid match indemnities and other welfare-related issues following the latest administrative shake-up in Nigerian football.According to a report by BSN Sports, several referees are still awaiting payments for matches officiated during the 2025/26 NPFL season, including outstanding allowances from league fixtures […]
NFF Charges Rivers United, and Others to Fly Nigeria’s Flag High
Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, has urged Nigeria’s representatives in this weekend’s continental competitions to deliver strong performances and make the country proud.Ikpeme expressed confidence in the ability of Edo Queens, Enugu Rangers, Rivers United, Shooting Stars and El-Kanemi Warriors to secure positive results against their respective opponents.Edo […]
FIFA Set to Visit Nigeria Over NFF Crisis, Normalisation Committee
The world football governing body FIFA is set to visit Nigeria as discussions continue over the proposed Normalisation Committee for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), following the mass resignation of the federation’s leadership.The development comes after a Nigerian delegation led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, met FIFA President Gianni […]