The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the 2025 CAF Awards nominees, honouring Africa’s best footballers, coaches, clubs, and national teams for their outstanding performances between January 6 and October 15, 2025. According to CAF, a panel of experts — including members of the Technical & Development Committee, CAF Legends, experienced coaches, and…
It was a weekend to forget for Nigerians across Europe and beyond, as several Super Eagles stars endured defeats, poor form, or frustrating nights on the pitch. In Scotland, Kelechi Iheanacho missed key chances as Celtic fell 2–0 to Dundee — their first loss in the city in 37 years.In France, Moses Simon struggled before…
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has vowed that Nigeria will give their absolute best when they compete in the CAF Play-Off Tournament for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The high-stakes mini-tournament will take place in Morocco from Thursday, November 13 to Sunday, November 16, 2025, serving as the final hurdle before the…
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has vowed that Nigeria will give their absolute best when they compete in the CAF Play-Off Tournament for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The high-stakes mini-tournament will take place in Morocco from Thursday, November 13 to Sunday, November 16, 2025, serving as the final hurdle before the…
The battle for Africa’s 2026 FIFA World Cup spots has finally ended — and the nine nations that secured automatic qualification have been confirmed! On a dramatic Tuesday night, Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal became the last two teams to seal their places on football’s biggest stage. The Ivory Coast powered past Kenya with a dominant…
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has showered praise on Victor Osimhen, boldly declaring him the best striker in the world after the forward’s sensational hat-trick performance against Benin Republic, Afrosportnews reports. Osimhen was unstoppable as Nigeria cruised to a 4-0 victory to secure their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs. The Galatasaray…
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has opened up about Nigeria’s rollercoaster journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, calling it one of the toughest campaigns of his career. Nigeria sealed their playoff spot in style with a 4-0 demolition of Benin Republic’s Cheetahs at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Tuesday night. After…
A Victor Osimhen hat-trick and a sensational pile-driver by substitute Frank Onyeka that ensured a 4-0 win over Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday evening was enough to send Nigeria to the Four-Team CAF Playoff Tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals. The three-time African champions knew before kickoff that they would qualify automatically…
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has described tonight’s World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic as the most important match of his entire coaching career. The Malian tactician knows what’s at stake — only a win will keep Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive. The Super Eagles will lock horns with their West African…
The moment of truth has arrived for Nigeria’s Super Eagles — their 2026 World Cup fate will be decided today in Uyo. The three-time African champions host Benin Republic in a must-win final qualifying clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Akwa Ibom. It’s a tense Group C finale, and all eyes are on returning…