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'Penalty shootout' - Fulham boss admits Super Eagles trio still feeling the pain of World Cup miss
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'Penalty shootout' - Fulham boss admits Super Eagles trio still feeling the pain of World Cup miss

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Fulham manager Marco Silva revealed that Super Eagles stars Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey are still dealing with the emotional impact of Nigeria's painful penalty shootout defeat to the Democratic Republic of Congo in the African final of the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs.Chukwueze, Iwobi and Bassey all started as the Super Eagles lost to the Leopards 4-3 on penalties despite taking an early lead through Frank Onyeka, whose deflected strike beat goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi-Nzau.A moment of carelessness from Iwobi in midfield, where he...

November 22, 2025
Super Eagles' 25-man Africa Cup of Nations squad: Five biggest issues facing Peseiro highlighted
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Super Eagles' 25-man Africa Cup of Nations squad: Five biggest issues facing Peseiro highlighted

While Nigeria's 25-man AFCON roster contains proven talents, a closer inspection reveals key deficiencies that could derail their lofty title hopes. There exist pressing questions for manager Jose...

Dec 30, 2023
Nigeria squad announcement: Four Arsenal and Chelsea alums in Super Eagles final squad for 2023 AFCON
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Nigeria squad announcement: Four Arsenal and Chelsea alums in Super Eagles final squad for 2023 AFCON

The Nigeria Football Federation have announced the final list of twenty-five players heading to Ivory Coast for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, with four former Arsenal and Chelsea players part of the...

Dec 29, 2023
Fulham, Nottingham Forest, Leicester, Southampton stars named in Nigeria's final AFCON squad (full list)
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Fulham, Nottingham Forest, Leicester, Southampton stars named in Nigeria's final AFCON squad (full list)

Three-time champions Nigeria have picked a team of 25 players for their onslaught for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title, with Head Coach Jose Peseiro settling for usual suspects in a roster that ha...

Dec 29, 2023
Fake news alert: NFF dismiss sensational reports Nike launched new Super Eagles jerseys for AFCON
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Fake news alert: NFF dismiss sensational reports Nike launched new Super Eagles jerseys for AFCON

According to a statement on their official X account, the Nigeria Football Federation has dismissed viral reports claiming that a new jersey was launched ahead of the Super Eagles' participation a...

Dec 29, 2023
Rangers striker who scored Nigeria's first goal under Peseiro hoping to gatecrash AFCON squad
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Rangers striker who scored Nigeria's first goal under Peseiro hoping to gatecrash AFCON squad

Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers is hoping to gatecrash Nigeria's squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations having been named in a 40-man provisional squad for the tournament in Ivory Coast. ...

Dec 29, 2023
2023 AFCON: Everything you need to know about Super Eagles' Group A opponents 
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2023 AFCON: Everything you need to know about Super Eagles' Group A opponents 

The Super Eagles face strong opponents right away in their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations group.   Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea, and Guinea-Bissau will each pose challenges for the Super Eagl...

Dec 29, 2023
A World Cupper, three NPFL stars, potential gatecrasher: A look at Super Eagles GK options for AFCON
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A World Cupper, three NPFL stars, potential gatecrasher: A look at Super Eagles GK options for AFCON

Nigeria senior national team coach Jose Peseiro, has assembled an array of goalkeeping options in Nigeria's 40-man provisional AFCON 2023 squad which was made public last week, yet continues seeki...

Dec 28, 2023
Veteran CBs, tried and trusted fullbacks: A look at Super Eagles defensive options for 2023 AFCON
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Veteran CBs, tried and trusted fullbacks: A look at Super Eagles defensive options for 2023 AFCON

Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has assembled an impressive collection of center backs and fullbacks in Nigeria's 40-man provisional squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament reveale...

Dec 28, 2023
Napoli give Osimhen a day off before leaving for Super Eagles' AFCON training camp 
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Napoli give Osimhen a day off before leaving for Super Eagles' AFCON training camp 

Through official channels, Napoli have announced that Victor Osimhen has been given a day off so he could join his family before leaving for the Super Eagles' Africa Cup of Nations training c...

Dec 27, 2023
World-class firepower led by Africa's best: A look at Super Eagles attacking options for 2023 AFCON 
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World-class firepower led by Africa's best: A look at Super Eagles attacking options for 2023 AFCON 

Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has assembled a lethal collection of strikers, wingers, and attacking midfielders in Nigeria's 40-man provisional squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations which...

Dec 27, 2023
Omonia ask Nigeria Football Federation to delay arrival of Super Eagles GK Uzoho for AFCON training camp 
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Omonia ask Nigeria Football Federation to delay arrival of Super Eagles GK Uzoho for AFCON training camp 

Cypriot First Division club Omonia Nicosia have asked the Nigeria Football Federation to delay the arrival of Francis Uzoho for the Super Eagles' Africa Cup of Nations training camp.   ...

Dec 27, 2023
Blend of youth and experience: A look at Super Eagles midfield options of 2023 AFCON 
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Blend of youth and experience: A look at Super Eagles midfield options of 2023 AFCON 

Nigeria manager Jose Peseiro has assembled an intriguing mix of seasoned experienced players and promising youngsters in Nigeria's midfield selection for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournam...

Dec 26, 2023