Bonfrere demands Super Eagle long-term plans after W’Cup exit
Former Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Jo Bonfrere, has called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to redirect its attention towards a long-term developmental strategy for the 2030 and 2034 FIFA World Cups, following the team’s inability to qualify for the 2026 tournament.It is unarguably that the ‘giant of Africa’ Nigeria will miss a second consecutive […]
2026 World Cup: Super Eagles Face Harsh Reality After Failed Qualification
The dream is over for the Nigeria national football team. What could have been a decisive clash against Jamaica in the intercontinental play-off has instead turned into a period of reflection, following their absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Rather than competing for a place on football’s biggest stage, Nigeria were in Turkey, settling […]
Super Eagles Line Up Poland, Portugal Friendlies in Crucial June Build-Up
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will step up their preparations for upcoming international assignments with two high-level friendlies against Poland and Portugal in June. Head coach Éric Chelle is expected to lead his side into the first fixture against Poland on June 3, a matchup that rekindles memories of their last meeting in 2018. On that occasion […]
Will Nigeria Replace Iran in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, speculation has emerged over a surprising possibility: could Nigeria national football team step in to replace Iran national football team? The idea has gained attention among fans, especially online, but the reality is far less dramatic. Despite recent concerns linked to political tensions, Iran’s place in […]
Depleted Super Eagles Eye Jordan Scalp in Turkey Friendly
Nigeria national football team will look to build momentum despite missing key players when they face Jordan national football team in an international friendly on Tuesday evening in Antalya, Turkey. The match comes just days after Nigeria’s 2-1 win over Iran national football team, while Jordan played out a 2-2 draw with Costa Rica national […]
Nwaiwu Earns Super Eagles Call-Up as Bassey Withdraws Ahead of Iran, Jordan Friendlies
Trabzonspor defender Chibuike Nwaiwu has received a late invitation to join Nigeria’s senior national team following the withdrawal of Calvin Bassey due to injury. The call-up, confirmed on the Super Eagles’ official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, comes as the team finalises preparations for upcoming international friendlies against Iran national football team and Jordan […]
Injury knocks out ‘Super’ Calvin Bassey as Eagles suffer Int’l Friendlies blow
The Super Eagles have encountered a setback prior to their international friendlies, as defender Calvin Bassey has been ruled out due to a back injury. The centre-back from Fulham FC, who excelled for Nigeria during the last Africa Cup of Nations, will not be available for the upcoming matches against Iran and Jordan in Antalya, […]
Super Eagles Open Camp in Turkey Ahead of Iran, Jordan Friendlies
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have officially opened camp in Antalya, Turkey, as preparations begin for upcoming international friendlies against Iran and Jordan. The coaching crew, led by Éric Chelle, alongside team officials, arrived in Istanbul on Tuesday morning and are expected to settle into their Antalya base before noon. Invited players are also scheduled to begin […]
Nigeria New Nike Kits For Super Eagles leaked before unveiling
According the speculating report, it is claimed that Nigeria has officially revealed their new Nike kits in anticipation of the 2026 football calendar, continuing their enduring collaboration with the global sportswear leader.The report has it that the new designs embody the bold identity of the Nigeria national football team, merging contemporary aesthetics with cultural elements […]
Chelle drops Osimhen, Nwabali ahead of friendlies
By Happiness EtukudoSuper Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has selected captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, and Ademola Lookman among 23 players for the team’s upcoming friendlies against Iran and Jordan in Turkey.It has been confirmed that the matches, which were originally set to take place in Amman, have been relocated to Antalya due to the […]
Enough of Excuses!” — Ejiofor, Elumelu Blast NFF, Demand Focus on Pitch Over Petitions
Former Super Eagles defender Eric Ejiofor and ex-technical committee member of the Nigeria Football Federation, Austel Elumelu, have both criticised the federation’s handling of its petition against the DR Congo national football team, urging authorities to abandon the process and focus on rebuilding Nigerian football. Reacting to the decision by FIFA to dismiss Nigeria’s complaint […]
NFF set to offer Super Eagles coach $100k salary
It has been reported that the Nigeria Football Federation plans to offer Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle a monthly salary of $100,000 as negotiations continue with the Franco-Malian tactician.New information regarding the discussions was shared with our correspondent by a well-placed source within the federation, who indicated that the football organization is willing to […]