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21st November 2025

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Sevilla's Romero speaks on relationship with Adams, Super Eagles striker's potential Afcon call-up
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Sevilla's Romero speaks on relationship with Adams, Super Eagles striker's potential Afcon call-up

Sevilla forward Isaac Romero has spoken about his relationship with Super Eagles striker Akor Adams while acknowledging the possibility of losing his teammate to the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Adams is widely expected to make Nigeria's final squad for the continental showpiece following his impressive performances during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The 25-year-old scored on his debut to help the Super Eagles secure a 2-1 victory over Lesotho in October and has since become an important figure in the team, featuring in four matches.Sp...

November 21, 2025
'He was 17' - Rohr reminds all he handed first Super Eagles call-up to hat-trick hero Osimhen
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'He was 17' - Rohr reminds all he handed first Super Eagles call-up to hat-trick hero Osimhen

Benin's Cheetahs coach Gernot Rohr has reminded fans that he was the first to hand Victor Osimhen a call-up to the Super Eagles, recalling that the prolific striker was just 17 years old at the time.A...

Oct 15, 2025
'Best striker in the world’ - Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle doffs his hat to Osimhen after hat-trick
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'Best striker in the world’ - Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle doffs his hat to Osimhen after hat-trick

Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has showered praise on Victor Osimhen after the forward’s stunning hat-trick inspired Nigeria to a commanding 4–0 victory over Benin in Uyo on Tuesday ev...

Oct 15, 2025
Nigeria 4-0 Benin: Five observations from Super Eagles' convincing victory against Cheetahs
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Nigeria 4-0 Benin: Five observations from Super Eagles' convincing victory against Cheetahs

The Super Eagles cruised to a commanding 4-0 victory over Benin on Tuesday in Uyo.Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen stole the show with a stunning hat-trick, while Frank Onyeka added a late goal to s...

Oct 14, 2025
Nigeria 4-0 Benin: Osimhen hat-trick hero, Onyeka strikes as Super Eagles advance to playoffs
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Nigeria 4-0 Benin: Osimhen hat-trick hero, Onyeka strikes as Super Eagles advance to playoffs

Nigeria delivered a dominant performance against Benin, defeating them 4-0 on Tuesday in their final 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.Despite the emp...

Oct 14, 2025
Confirmed Super Eagles starting XI: Osimhen, Adams lead attack; Ajayi replaces Ekong; Fulham trio in
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Confirmed Super Eagles starting XI: Osimhen, Adams lead attack; Ajayi replaces Ekong; Fulham trio in

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has announced his starting lineup for Tuesday evening’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash against Benin’s Cheetahs...

Oct 14, 2025
'Power-playing forward' - Elijah tells Eric Chelle what Olusegun will bring to Super Eagles
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'Power-playing forward' - Elijah tells Eric Chelle what Olusegun will bring to Super Eagles

Former Nigerian international Sam Elijah has tipped Olakunle Olusegun to make a strong impact for the Super Eagles if he is handed his competitive debut by manager Eric Chelle in Tuesday’s deci...

Oct 14, 2025
'I called up Osimhen, made Ekong captain after Mikel' - Rohr insists he has the lowdown on Nigeria
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'I called up Osimhen, made Ekong captain after Mikel' - Rohr insists he has the lowdown on Nigeria

Ahead of his side's crucial 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Nigeria at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Benin coach Gernot Rohr has highlighted the key decisions he made during his time in c...

Oct 14, 2025
'We are qualifying' - Former Chelsea forward predicts win for Super Eagles against Cheetahs
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'We are qualifying' - Former Chelsea forward predicts win for Super Eagles against Cheetahs

Former Chelsea forward  Emmanuel Sarki has expressed optimism about Nigeria's chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the tough task ahead of the Super Eagles.Nigeria will face ...

Oct 14, 2025
2026 World Cup qualifier: The four Cheetahs players the Super Eagles cannot afford to ignore
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2026 World Cup qualifier: The four Cheetahs players the Super Eagles cannot afford to ignore

The Godswill Akpabio International Stadium will host a high-stakes showdown as Nigeria’s Super Eagles take on Benin Republic’s Cheetahs in the final matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup q...

Oct 14, 2025
Victor Osimhen: We will fight back as underdogs
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Victor Osimhen: We will fight back as underdogs

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has reflected on Nigeria's recent performances in the ongoing FIFA World Cup qualifiers, describing the team as 'underdogs' ahead of their crucial clash against Ben...

Oct 14, 2025
Ranking of runners-up: Bafana Bafana and Cheetahs miss out, Super Eagles still in contention for playoffs
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Ranking of runners-up: Bafana Bafana and Cheetahs miss out, Super Eagles still in contention for playoffs

South Africa's Bafana Bafana and Benin's Cheetahs are no longer in contention for a playoff spot heading into the final matchday of the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers, alnigeriasoccer.com reports.Hugo...

Oct 14, 2025
'Nigeria, South Africa thought it was going to be easy' - Rwanda captain on fierce battle in Group C
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'Nigeria, South Africa thought it was going to be easy' - Rwanda captain on fierce battle in Group C

Rwanda captain Jihad Bizimana has reflected on the intensity of the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, noting that Group C has turned out to be far more competitive than many had anticipated.Nigeria'...

Oct 14, 2025