Super Eagles

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have a tough challenge ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The draw took place on Thursday in Johannesburg, South Africa. A total of 48 nations will compete in the qualifying rounds, with the top two teams from each of 12 groups advancing to the tournament in Morocco. Nigeria, three-time AFCON champions, are placed …

Former Super Eagles coach Finidi George has been appointed manager of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Rivers United. The former Nigeria international said his target is to help Rivers United secure a continental ticket from the domestic league next season. The 53-year-old, who stepped down from his role with the national team last month, has now signed a two-year …

NFF must urgently manage Super Eagles crisis – Elumelu – Latest Nigerian Sports News Speaking to Brila.net, Elumelu said delaying the appointment of the Super Eagles’ next coach could cause problems as there will be very little time to familiarize himself with the players before the next FIFA window in September. “I don’t want to …

Nigerian Sports Minister John Enoh said it would be beneficial for the Super Eagles if their opponents in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers were scared before the match. The Super Eagles failed to win a single game in Group C qualifying, drawing three and losing one of their first four matches. The team is currently in a disappointing position, but …

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, has openly expressed regret over his inaction that led to the national team’s elimination from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Okoye, whose error led to the Eagles’ first loss in the competition, said he had sleepless nights following the error. Having won their three group games, Nigeria look very promising and are favorites …

Former Enyimba player Victor Ezeji has criticized the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) for its decision to appoint a technical advisor, leading to the departure of coach Finidi George. Finidi George resigned after the NFF announced its intention to hire a technical advisor without informing the Super Eagles coach, despite it arising from a meeting with the NFF just days before …

Benin’s German coach Gernot Rohr (L) gestures during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying group C soccer match against Nigeria. (Photo by ISSOUF SANOGO/AFP via Getty Images) Nigeria coach Finidi George. (Photo by ISSOUF SANOGO/AFP via Getty Images)

Super Eagles winger Chidera Ejuke has signed for Spanish club Sevilla on a three-year deal. The 26-year-old winger joined García Pimienta’s squad on a free transfer after his contract with Russian club CSKA Moscow expired. Ejuke spent the last two seasons on loan at Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin and Belgian Pro League side Royal Antwerp. While defending Hertha Berlin, he …

Osimhen’s recent outburst on social media, where he attacked and abused former Nigerian international Finidi George, has cast a shadow over his career. Finidi George with Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. Photo | NFF This incident is not the first of its kind; Previously, he insulted Nigerian journalists and another legend of the game, Victor Ikpeba, for analyzing his game. …

Some have already completed their transfers and others are still in the negotiation phase, so there is a lot of anticipation and excitement in the coming days. Brila Media has been closely following these developments and brings you the latest updates on transfers involving Nigerian players. Torino joins Inter Milan in the race for Okoye Maduka Okoye. Torino are reportedly …