National Football Teams

Flying Eagles chief coach Aliyu Zubairu has announced a provisional team of 35 men for the Sub-20 Cup of Africa (AFCON) 2025, with seven talents abroad invited to reinforce the ambitions of the title of Nigeria. The tournament, which will begin on April 27 in Cairo, Egypt, will see Nigeria chasing an eighth continental title, and coach Zubairu seems to …

The national team of children under 17, former Golden Eaglet coach John Obuh has presented suggestions on how the Nigerian cadet team can be revived and then qualified for the next edition of the African championship. Speaking in the context of the absence of Eaglets in the current Africa U17 Cup of Nations in MoroccoWhich means that the five times …

FIFA has officially confirmed the distribution of the money in the next World Cup money, with the winner of the tournament ready to receive the amazing $ 125 million. The participation awards group for competition will total $ 525 million, with clubs from different confederations that receive variable amounts based on classification and income. Read also: Not all hope is …

A ray of hope that the Super Eagles could “win assistance” from the Board Hall of the African Football Confederation (CAF) in their search to get ahead of South Africa to choose the solitary ticket of the C group C of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying World Cup. Sports247 gathered that this continues to the confirmation of Lesotho that …

Former goalkeeper David Dosu, older brother of former Nigerian International Dosu Joseph, has strongly defended the Kayode Bankole team for the Super Eagles team before the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Going to critics who question the inclusion of Bankole, Dosu emphasized that the young Shot-Stopper has earned his place through hard work and perseverance. Speaking in an interview with …

The female of the National Cadet Team of Nigeria, the former Flamenco coach, Bala Nikiyu, has postulated that the current squad needs great luck to leave victorious against Bantyana of South Africa in the first leg of this weekend of his second round for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. The two -legged winner will choose a ticket in the …

As the final whistle blew in Abidjan, pointing out a painful 2-1 defeat against Benin Republic, a wave of disbelief swept Nigerian football fans. The Super Eagles, once a dominant force in African football, found themselves in an unknown and uncomfortable position, fifth in group C of the group of the group of the group 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers …

The president of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has requested the unity among Nigeria football club clubs, emphasizing that a collective front is crucial for the success of the national team, particularly in obtaining a World Cup ticket. Read also: NWFL: How EDO queens are neutralized, reveals Dannaz FC Midfield Tiger, Akintola Olawunmi Daniela Speaking in his …

The midfielder of the warriors Flying Eagles and Elkanemi de Nigeria, Sulaiman Alabi Jojo, was the center of attention on Monday at the Bowl Main Rashidi Yekini of the General Agbasika Innih Stadium in Ilorin. His return to his native state coincided with the clash of the 22nd day of NPFL between Kwara United and the Elkanemi warriors. Also read: …

In a recent episode of the Obi One Podcast, former Nigerian footballer John Obi-Mikel came to the defence of Victor Osimhen, addressing the criticism Osimhen has faced for alleged greed in his professional dealings. Mikel shed light on the behind-the-scenes challenges Osimhen faced, providing a nuanced perspective on the situation. Read also: Nigerian goalkeeper Chijioke Aniagboso signs for Chornomorets FC …