National Football Teams

Stanley Chippa United goalkeeper coach, Sean Louw, has revealed an amusing anecdote involving Stanley Nwabali, the team’s goalkeeper, who was a surprise inclusion in Nigeria’s squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosted by Cote d’Ivoire. Before the tournament, Nwabali had made just one appearance for the Super Eagles, during which the team, largely composed of local players, …

In a highly competitive clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Nigeria’s Super Eagles managed to secure a 1-1 draw against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in their 2026 World Cup qualifying match on June 7, 2024. The game kicked off with both teams eager to assert their dominance. South Africa’s intent was clear as they pushed forward with purpose, creating …

Delta Queens head coach, Tosan Blankson has given his candid assessment of Super Falcons outing in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup after the ladies suffered a narrow defeat to England today. After a valiant group stage show where they went unbeaten, they won Australia who are the co-host to book a round-16 tie with the Lionesses, amassing five (5) …

The Sapphire Nigeria Women Football Supporters Club (SNWFSC) have announced its presence in Uyo to cheer the national team to victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying game against South Africa. The Super Eagles will trade tackles with the Bayana Bayana in Uyo on Friday, June 7th, 8pm Nigeria time. President SNWFSC, Jadesola Adelabu Okhaiyan believes the Eagles will …

As the Super Eagles prepare to battle South Africa tonight at the restart of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, controversial questions have erupted over the team’s prize money for emerging second at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. Read Also:10th Nigeria Pitch Awards: Sanwo-Olu, Elegbeleye, Soname, Finidi in Spotlight As Ceremony Holds On Saturday While the …

Former Super Eagles International, Dimeji Lawal, advocates for Coach Jose Peseiro to capitalize on the strength of the Super Eagles’ attack in the upcoming quarterfinal against Angola. Lawal emphasizes that if the attacking line is effectively utilized, it would pose a formidable challenge for any opposing team. Read Also: #SupereaglesAFCONupdate: Super Eagles Coach Jose Peseiro Acknowledges Angola’s Determination Ahead of …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has responded to the complaints from the South African delegation, which faced travel issues upon arriving in Nigeria for the World Cup qualifier. The South African team had to stay overnight in Port Harcourt on Wednesday and only managed to fly into Uyo on Thursday morning. NFF’s Protocol Chief, Emmanuel Ayanbunmi, clarified the situation, stating …

Nigeria’s Falconets have been drawn into Group D for the 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup, where they will compete against Germany, Venezuela, and South Korea. The tournament is scheduled to take place from August 31 to September 22, 2024, in Colombia. The Falconets secured their place in the World Cup after a solid performance in the qualifiers, notably defeating …

Former Super Eagles international, Dimeji Lawal, has offered his insights ahead of Nigeria’s quarter-final clash against Angola in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Lawal emphasized the need for coach Jose Peseiro to harness the strength of the Super Eagles, particularly in the attacking department. Read Also: #AFCON23: Gernot Rohr Praises Smaller Countries, Super Eagles’ Performance At AFCON Lawal suggested …

A dejected Senegal boss Aliou Cisse says it was “tough to see the players cry” in the locker room after their shock penalty shootout defeat by Cote d’Ivoire in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations last 16. Read Also: Tonny Drileba Awarded 2023 BAL Ubuntu Trophy For Community Impact The reigning champions were dumped out 5-4 on penalties by …