Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been handed a major boost in their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the Disciplinary Committee of FIFA sanctioned the South African Football Association (SAFA) for fielding an ineligible player in the African qualifiers. In a statement issued on Sunday, FIFA ruled that South Africa breached Article…
With Nigeria’s chances of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup dwindling, football enthusiasts in Keffi, Nasarawa State, are urging the Super Eagles to redeem themselves by winning the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) later this year. Nigeria slipped further behind in the qualifiers after a 1-1 draw with South Africa, who top Group C, while…
Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup were dealt a blow after a 1-1 draw with South Africa, leaving fans and analysts anxious about the Super Eagles’ prospects. Football enthusiast Damilola Idris said the result had “greatly weakened” Nigeria’s campaign. “We must now defeat both Lesotho and Benin, and still rely on…
Nigeria’s bid to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in disappointment on Tuesday after a 1-1 draw with South Africa in Bloemfontein. The Super Eagles, who needed victory to stay in contention, fell behind midway through the first half when captain William Troost-Ekong turned the ball into his own net under pressure. Calvin Bassey…
Super Falcons Captain, Rasheedat Ajibade has outlined what Nigeria must do to evolve from continental champions to FIFA Women’s World Cup winners. Ajibade who Spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) after the team’s reception by President Bola Tinubu at the State House on Monday, said there was need for structural support for the…
Chelsea secured victory in the inaugural edition of the expanded Club World Cup, defeating European champions Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final held at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. Cole Palmer was the standout performer, netting two goals and providing an assist, while Joao Pedro added a third before half-time. PSG faced further woes with Joao…
Former Chelsea midfielder Emmanuel Petit has disclosed that Inter Miami star Lionel Messi will bow out of football after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking to EscapistMagazine, Petit also dismissed speculation linking Messi with a potential return to Barcelona this year, stating that the club has already moved on, particularly with the emergence of young…
Gov Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has rewarded 34 registered players of Abakaliki Football Club with N 1million each after emerging the runner-up in the 2025 President Federation cup on June 28. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the team lost the final 3–4 on penalties to Kwara United after regulation time scores stood…
As the 2025 Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Football Coaches Unity Cup reaches the semifinal stage in Abuja, organisers are calling for increased support from stakeholders. Chairman of the tournament, Kenny Owojori, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, expressed optimism over the teams` performances in the tournament, stressing funding…
Grammy-winning Nigerian music sensation, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has expressed excitement ahead of her performance at the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup final halftime show. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is scheduled to hold between June 14 and July 13 in the United States, with the highly anticipated halftime show billed for…
