Nigeria’s Super Eagles have climbed to 26th place in the latest FIFA World Ranking, released on Monday, marking a significant rise on the global football stage. According to the ranking published on FIFA’s official website, the Super Eagles recorded a remarkable 12-place jump from 38th to 26th, gaining an additional 79.09 points. The surge follows…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warmly congratulated the Super Eagles for their admirable performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, commending the team for their resilience, determination, and embodiment of the indomitable Nigerian spirit. Nigeria’s national team rebounded impressively from the heartbreak of their semi-final penalty shootout defeat to host nation…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a composed and authoritative display on Saturday evening, defeating Algeria 2–0 to secure a place in the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. At the Marrakesh Stadium, Nigeria combined patience, control and attacking precision to break down a resilient Algerian side, setting up a last-four showdown against…
Fes, Morocco – January 6, 2026: The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed circulating rumors that Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen will leave the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) camp following an on-field disagreement during Nigeria’s 4-0 round of 16 win over Mozambique. According to FIFA and CAF-accredited journalist Adepoju Samuel, a top team…
Rabat, Morocco – January 6, 2026: Algeria booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-finals with a dramatic 1-0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) in their round of 16 encounter at the Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium. The decisive moment came in the 119th minute when 22-year-old substitute…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a dominant performance on Monday, dismantling Mozambique 4–0 to book a place in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations. Victor Osimhen was the standout performer, scoring twice as Nigeria made light work of their opponents in the last-16 clash played in Fes. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring and later…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a hard-fought victory over the Taifa Stars of Tanzania in their opening Group C fixture. Nigeria took the lead in the first half through centre-back Semi Ajayi, who found the net to give the Super Eagles an early advantage….
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, and Stanley Nwabali in Nigeria’s starting lineup for their Group C encounter against Tanzania at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, who had been a fitness concern ahead of the tournament after struggling with injury, has recovered in time…
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed confidence and optimism ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign, insisting the team is united, motivated, and ready to respond after recent disappointments. Ndidi, who was named captain only days ago, said expectations around the squad are high and that the atmosphere in camp reflects a…
The Federal Government has fulfilled its pledge of housing units and land allocations to members of the Super Eagles following their runner-up finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the development, stating that the players have now received certificates of ownership for the plots…
