summer 2020

BREAKING: AFCON 2021: Super Eagles qualify for knockout stages

Nigeria are through to the knockout stages of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, following a 3-1 win over Sudan on Saturday. The Super Eagles had beaten Egypt 1-0 in their first Group D fixture. Against the Sudanese, goals from Samuel Chukwueze, Taiwo Awoniyi

2023 AFCON: Super Eagles' group opponent unveil final squad

Nigeria's Group A opponent for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Guinea-Bissau have announced their final roster of 25 players ahead of the competition. No local player was included in the squad. Head coach, Baciro Cande named three goalkeepers, eight

Super Eagles Arrive In Lagos Ahead Of 2023 AFCON

The Super Eagles of Nigeria finally touched down in Lagos late on Tuesday, January 9, after spending a week in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Recall that the Super Eagles opened their 2023 African Cup of Nations campaign in Abu Dhabi on January 2 and

AFCON 2023: Iheanacho, Moffi star in Super Eagles' training

Late arrivals, Kelechi Iheanacho and Terem Moffi put up a good showing in Super Eagles' training on Monday night. The session took place at the Ecole Nationale de la Police, Abidjan. Iheanacho, was a major doubt for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after sustaining

Why Super Eagles lost AFCON 2023 title - OdumoduBlvck

Nigerian rapper, OdumoduBlvck explains why the Super Eagles of Nigeria lost the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON title to Ivory Coast. During a recent show, the rapper expressed his belief that Nigeria's loss in the AFCON title was not meant to be. He firmly

2023 WWC: Super Falcons arrive Brisbane for final preparation

Nigeria's Super Falcons have arrived at their base in Brisbane, Australia ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. The players, officials & backroom staff were received by the FIFA team and the Nigerian community on their arrival on Sunday morning. The Super

2023 WWC: Ebi reveals Super Falcons' mission against Australia

Super Falcons captain, Onome Ebi, has acknowledged the importance of the team's next clash against Australia. Randy Waldrum's charges will take on co-hosts Australia in a Group B encounter at the Brisbane Stadium on Thursday morning. The West Africans drew

AFCON 2023: Fans scramble for Super Eagles matchday ticket

There is now massive demand for Nigeria's matchday tickets at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. 22,000 fans were in attendance when the Super Eagles defeated the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon 2-0 last Saturday. We reported that a huge number of fans

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles back in training for Cameroon clash

The Super Eagles will resume training on Wednesday (today) ahead of their Round of 16 encounter against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon. Tuesday was observed as a rest day by the squad. According to a statement released by the Super Eagles media officer,

AFCON 2023: Moffi replaces injured Boniface in Super Eagles' squad

He was a shock omission on the final squad after consistency and goals in Ligue 1 since 2020.

AFCON 2021: CAF announces new rules on number of players, substitutions

The Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) at the weekend announced new rules on number of players and substitutions. CAF said teams participating in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, must play their fixtures if they have at

Rohr reacts to Super Eagles' 2022 World Cup qualifying group

Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, has said his team have been drawn against tricky teams, in the second round of Africa's World Cup 2022 qualifiers. On Tuesday, Nigeria was paired with Cape Verde, Central African Republic and Liberia in Group C.

Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala ruled out of WAFCON 2022

Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala has been ruled out of the ongoing 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The 27-year-old Oshoala picked up an injury  as the Super Falcons of Nigeria suffered a 1-2 loss to the Banyana Banyana of South

2022 World Cup: NFF confirms Super Eagles will play Mexico

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that the national team will take on Mexico in a friendly ahead of the 2022 World Cup. The Super Eagles failed to qualify for the tournament which will be held in Qatar, but El Tri are among the 29 teams that

2026 World Cup: Details of Super Eagles qualifier matches released

The Super Eagles will begin their quest for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in November. The three-time African champions will battle South Africa, Benin Republic, Zimbabwe, Rwanda and Lesotho for a place at the mundial. The Super Eagles will play their

2023 AFCON: Ivorian legend Drogba wary of Super Eagles threat

Cote d'Ivoire legend Didier Drogba has reckoned the Super Eagles will be a tough nut to crack for the Elephants at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The hosts will face the three-time winners in their second Group C game at the Alhassane Quattara Stadium, Ebimpe

AFCON 2021: Nigeria coach, Eguavoen exposes Super Eagles' major problem

Interim coach of the Super Eagles, Augustine Eguavoen, has exposed his side's major problem at the ongoing 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Eguavoen explained that his team has created so many scoring chances at the 2021 AFCON but converting them to goals

Rohr gives Super Eagles players condition to win AFCON 2021

Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, has told his players that they can only win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), if they remain humble. Nigeria have won their first two fixtures in the qualifying rounds, which was suspended due to COVID-19