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Nigeria’s Super Eagles produced a dramatic comeback to earn a 3–3 draw against Russia in an entertaining international friendly on Tuesday. The six-goal encounter in Nizhny Novgorod saw Nigeria fall behind before fighting back to rescue a point in the closing stages. Akor Adams scored the late equaliser as the Super Eagles refused to surrender […]
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles suffered a 3–0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their second Group L match of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on Tuesday. The result dealt a setback to Nigeria’s campaign as the team seeks to secure a place at the continental tournament. Guinea-Bissau’s three-goal victory gave the side a decisive result […]
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles have opened their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2–1 victory over Madagascar in Uyo. The Nigerian side recovered from an early setback to secure three points in its opening qualifying fixture, beginning the campaign with a comeback win. George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scored for Nigeria, while Madagascar […]
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Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has arrived in camp ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against Madagascar in Uyo. The Udinese goalkeeper was among the players whose arrival was being monitored as the national team prepared for its upcoming qualifying fixtures. Goalkeeper Joins Squad Preparations Okoye’s arrival adds to the squad […]
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set to face Madagascar in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, with head coach Éric Chelle calling on his players to approach the encounter with determination and an attacking mindset. The match is scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m., according […]
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Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has reportedly converted to Islam after reciting the Shahadah, the Islamic declaration of faith, in Doha, Qatar. The development was reported on Wednesday by Qatari newspaper Al-Arab, while Islamic cleric Dr Muhammad Salah also reportedly shared a video on his verified Facebook account showing the Nigerian defender reciting the […]
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Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has graduated from the PFA Business School with a Postgraduate Diploma in Global Football Sport Directorship. The 28-year-old footballer completed the programme with Merit, adding an academic qualification in football management and administration to his professional playing career. Awoniyi announced the achievement on social media, describing the graduation as “another proud […]
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Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi made Premier League history on Saturday after scoring as newly promoted Hull City stunned Manchester United 2–0 in their opening match of the 2026/27 season. Hull, returning to the Premier League after a nine-year absence, produced a disciplined performance at the MKM Stadium to secure one of the most eye-catching […]
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Turkish champions Galatasaray have reportedly received a massive €120 million bid from a Saudi Arabian club for Nigerian Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, adding a fresh twist to one of the biggest transfer stories of the summer window. Galatasaray have reportedly received an offer worth €120 million from a Saudi Arabian club for Nigerian international […]
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