The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed the full format, schedule, and venue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs, which will determine the continent’s final qualification slot for the tournament. In a circular sent to all member associations, CAF announced that the mini-playoff tournament will take place in Morocco, which is also…
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has vowed that his team will stay focused and purposeful in their bid to secure victory against the Benin Republic in Tuesday’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier. Speaking at a pre-match press conference in Uyo on Monday, Chelle emphasized the importance of the game, stating: “We have to win….
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived safely in Uyo ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Benin Republic, scheduled for Tuesday. Their arrival was confirmed on Sunday via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The team touched down at Victor Attah International Airport in Uyo…
Polokwane, South Africa—October 10, 2025 — Following Nigeria’s narrow 2-1 victory over Lesotho in their FIFA World Cup 2026 African Qualifiers match, Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, admitted that his team has been under intense pressure—pressure that, according to him, has weighed on the squad since the early stages of the qualifiers. Speaking during…
Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and several other key players have arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin Republic. The team’s camp officially opened on Tuesday, with the technical crew and backroom staff already in place since Monday. Those already in include:…
Lagos, Nigeria – October 5, 2025Team Rafa, owned by tennis legend Rafael Nadal, dominated the qualifying session of the E1 Lagos Grand Prix, securing pole position in a dramatic race on the Lagos Lagoon. The event, presented by FirstBank, marks the African debut of the E1 Championship, the world’s first all-electric powerboat racing series. The…
Lagos, Nigeria – October 5, 2025The Lagos State Government has officially concluded the E1 Lagos Grand Prix, marking the first-ever E1 Championship event held on African soil. The closing ceremony took place in Victoria Island, with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu highlighting the event as a milestone in innovation, clean energy, and global sports tourism. Governor Sanwo-Olu…
Super Falcons striker Ifeoma Onumonu has officially announced her retirement from professional football, bringing an end to a remarkable career that spanned over a decade across the United States, France, and Nigeria. In an emotional statement shared via her Instagram page on Saturday, the 31-year-old expressed deep gratitude for the journey, describing her retirement as…
Brazilian teenager Estevao marked his first goal for Chelsea dramatically on Saturday, sealing a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Stamford Bridge and handing the Reds their third consecutive loss. The result sees Arsenal climb to the top of the Premier League after their 2-0 win over West Ham earlier in the day. It’s been a…
Nigeria has named its 23-man squad for the upcoming October 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin. Head coach Eric Chelle has given Sevilla striker Akor Adams his first call-up to the national team. Captain William Troost-Ekong leads the squad, with Semi Ajayi, Terem Moffi, Alhassan Yusuf, and Olakunle Olusegun returning after absences…
