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NFF clears air on FIFA’s response regarding DR Congo players’ eligibility dispute against Nigeria
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has clarified that it has not yet received a response from FIFA regarding its challenge to the eligibility of certain players from the Democratic Republic of Congo, who participated in the 2026 World Cup African play-off against the Super Eagles some weeks ago. NFF, however, categorically stated that the situation […] NFF clears air on FIFA’s response regarding DR Congo players’ eligibility dispute against Nigeria
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON: ‘It pains me a lot’ – Nwabali expresses frustration after 3-2 over Tunisia
South African based goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has revealed why he was pained despite Nigeria’s 3-2 win over Tunisia on Saturday. The goalkeeper said that conceding two goals against the North Africans was not what he wished for, but something he could not control. Nigeria was outstanding in the first period of the game, scoring late […] AFCON: ‘It pains me a lot’ – Nwabali expresses frustration after 3-2 over Tunisia
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON: You’re distorted, overweight – Babayaro slams Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali
Former Nigeria U23 goalkeeper, Emmanuel Babayaro has criticized Super Eagles keeper, Stanley Nwabali amid the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Morocco. The 49-year-old branded Nwabali as distorted, insisting that his passes were not good and the Chippa United goalkeeper is also overweight. “They [Super Eagles management] need to look at Nwabali,” Babayaro […] AFCON: You’re distorted, overweight – Babayaro slams Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON: Why I brought on Moses Simon, Ejuke late against Tunisia – Chelle
Coach of the Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, Eric Chelle, has provided his reason for introducing the likes of Moses Simon, Chidera Ejuke and Chidozie Awaziem in the last minutes of the game against Tunisia on Saturday. The Super Eagles came out of the game 3-2 better than Tunisia in the […] AFCON: Why I brought on Moses Simon, Ejuke late against Tunisia – Chelle
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON: ‘Reality is I don’t know rules’ – Eric Chelle on penalty awarded to Tunisia
The Nigerian senior national team handler, Eric Chelle has said it seems he no longer knows the football rules. Chelle was speaking about the penalty awarded to Tunisia in the closing stages of their second group game on Saturday. The Super Eagles of Nigeria beat Tunisia 3-2 in Fez, Morocco and took charge of the […] AFCON: ‘Reality is I don’t know rules’ – Eric Chelle on penalty awarded to Tunisia
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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NPFL: Plateau United to miss eight players against Abia Warriors
Plateau United will miss the service of eight players in their matchday 19 fixture against Abia Warriors. The absentees are Harrison Ebah, Dawa Victor, Daniel Solomon, Alukam Elvis, and Amah John. Others are Enewarikpemi Timi, Ahmed Farouk and Rotshak John. All the players are currently battling with different degrees of injuries. Plateau United expressed optimism […] NPFL: Plateau United to miss eight players against Abia Warriors
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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NPFL: Katsina United to play next two games in Kano
Katsina United have announced a change in the venue of their next two home fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Chanji Boys next two home fixtures against Kun Khalifat FC and Plateau United will be played at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano. According to reports, Katsina United’s original ground Muhammad Dikko Stadium […] NPFL: Katsina United to play next two games in Kano
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON 2025: Omeruo urges Chelle to work on Super Eagles’ ‘leaky defence’
Kenneth Omeruo has urged Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle to work on the team’s “leaky defence”, DAILY POST reports. The Super Eagles have let in three goals in their opening two games at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The three-time African champions conceded once in their first game against Tanzania, while the defence […] AFCON 2025: Omeruo urges Chelle to work on Super Eagles’ ‘leaky defence’
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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EPL: We want to win badly – Arteta fires title warning to Man City
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has admitted that his team want to “win badly”, as they continue to lead the way in the Premier League title race. The Gunners were to forced to ground out another narrow victory, as they beat Brighton 2-1 at the Emirates on Saturday. Captain Martin Odegaard had opened the scoring in […] EPL: We want to win badly – Arteta fires title warning to Man City
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON: Ademola Lookman sends message to Nigerians after Super Eagles 3-2 win over Tunisia
Super Eagles attacker, Ademola Lookman, has sent a message to Nigerian fans following their 3-2 win over Tunisia on Saturday night. Lookman provided two assists and netted one to earn himself the Man of the Match in the 3-2 win over the Carthage Eagles. Nigeria has made it to the round of sixteen with the […] AFCON: Ademola Lookman sends message to Nigerians after Super Eagles 3-2 win over Tunisia
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON 2025: Osimhen closes in on Yekini’s goal record after goal against Tunisia
Victor Osimhen’s header as Nigeria beat Tunisia means he is now only five goals behind the record held by the late Rashidi Yekini. Osimhen opened the scoring as the Super Eagles edged a 3-2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday. Eric Chelle’s men are now through into the last 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of […] AFCON 2025: Osimhen closes in on Yekini’s goal record after goal against Tunisia
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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AFCON: Why Nigeria beat Tunisia 3-2 – Super Eagles coach, Chelle
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has suggested why his team defeated Tunisia 3-2 in Saturday’s AFCON group tie. Chelle watched as three goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman ensured Nigeria defeated Tunisia. The outcome of the game means Nigeria tops Group C with 6 points from two games ahead of second-position […] AFCON: Why Nigeria beat Tunisia 3-2 – Super Eagles coach, Chelle
Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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