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Super Eagles Returns To Training As Allowance Issues ‘Resolved’

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Super Eagles Returns To Training As Allowance Issues ‘Resolved’

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to return to training following an earlier boycott over unpaid allowances. On Tuesday, Super Eagles players and officials of the national team boycotted their scheduled evening training session over outstanding payments owed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The players are yet to receive their allowances for qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of...

Osimhen Vs Mbeumo: African Goal Kings Set For World Cup Showdown In Rabat

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Osimhen Vs Mbeumo: African Goal Kings Set For World Cup Showdown In Rabat

Two of Africa’s brightest football stars — Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Cameroon’s Bryan Mbeumo — are on a collision course for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but only one can keep the dream alive. The journey continues in Rabat, Morocco, where Nigeria face Gabon and Cameroon tackle DR Congo on Thursday in the semi-finals of the African...

Messi Plans To Return To Barcelona To Say Goodbye

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Messi Plans To Return To Barcelona To Say Goodbye

Lionel Messi has sent a message to Barcelona fans following a visit to Camp Nou, sparking speculation about a potential future return to the club that defined his career. The Argentine superstar, who parted ways with Barcelona in 2021 after more than 20 years at the club, made the trip during a break from his MLS commitments with Inter Miami. Messi’s...

2026 WCQ Playoffs: Gabon Coach To Change Formation Ahead Of Super Eagles’ Clash

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Super Eagles Under Pressure Ahead Of 2026 FIFA WC Play-off

Gabon head coach, Thierry Mouyouma plans to alter his tactics for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff tie with Nigeria. Gabon and Nigeria will clash in the semi-final of the playoffs at the Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex, Rabat on Thursday. Ahead of the game, Mouyouma said the quality of the Super Eagles has forced him to have a...

NPFL Fines Katsina United 9m Over Incidents Of Violence

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NPFL Fines Katsina United 9m Over Incidents Of Violence

The Nigeria Premier Football League has handed Katsina United a total fine of N9m and ordered them to play all remaining home games behind closed doors in Jos following incidents of violence during their 1–1 draw with Barau FC on Saturday, according to PUNCH reports. In a statement issued on Sunday, the league body charged Katsina United with multiple breaches of...

African Stars Shine In Europe: Mbeumo Leads The Charge As Cameroon Eye World Cup Glory

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African Stars Shine in Europe: Mbeumo Leads the Charge as Cameroon Eye World Cup Glory

Manchester United forward Bryan Mbeumo continued his red-hot form at the weekend, netting his fourth goal in four matches to help his side earn a 2-2 draw at Tottenham Hotspur. The 26-year-old Cameroonian opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, heading home from Amad Diallo’s cross, taking his season tally to six goals. Since his summer move from Brentford, Mbeumo...

2026 WC Playoff: Super Eagles Gradually Arrive Camp In Morocco

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2026 WC Playoff: Super Eagles Gradually Arrive Camp In Morocco

The Nigeria national football team, the Super Eagles, are gradually arriving in Rabat, Morocco ahead of their crucial CAF World Cup playoff clash against Gabon on November 13. As of Sunday, six players have joined the team in camp, including Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, and Wilfred Ndidi. The squad is expected to be fully assembled...

Osimhen, Tolu Spearheads Attack As Okoye Returns For 2026 WCQ Playoffs

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Osimhen, Tolu Spearheads Attack As Okoye Returns For 2026 WCQ Playoffs

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a 24-man squad for Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash against Gabon, with Victor Osimhen and Tolu Arokodare spearheading the attack and goalkeeper Maduka Okoye making a return. The squad also sees the comeback of several players who missed the October international window, including defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Chidozie Awaziem, midfielder...

Nigeria Awaits FIFA Verdict After Protests Over World Cup Playoff Officials For Gabon Tie

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Nigeria Awaits FIFA Verdict After Protests Over World Cup Playoff Officials For Gabon Tie

Nigeria’s football authorities are anxiously awaiting FIFA’s response following their formal protest against what they describe as “a clear conflict of interest” in the appointment of South African and Benin Republic match officials for the Super Eagles’ crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying play-off against Gabon. The decisive first leg fixture is scheduled for Thursday next week at the Prince...

Bellingham and Foden Return as Tuchel Names England Squad for Final World Cup Qualifiers

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Bellingham and Foden Return as Tuchel Names England Squad for Final World Cup Qualifiers

Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden have been recalled to the England squad by manager Thomas Tuchel ahead of the final World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania. Having already secured qualification for next year’s tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States with two games to spare, England will conclude their Group K campaign with a home fixture against Serbia...

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