Arokodare shares powerful words from Osimhen, Aina, Lookman, Iwobi, 3 others after Nigeria debut
Published: March 24, 2025
Racing Genk striker Tolu Arokodare has revealed what Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Alex Iwobi, Ademola Lookman, Calvin Bassey, William Troost-Ekong and Ola Aina told him after his debut for Nigeria in their 2-0 victory over Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.Arokodare made his debut in the 77th minute, replacin...
'We cannot complain' - Zimbabwe coach wowed by facilities in Uyo ahead of Super Eagles clash
Published: March 23, 2025
Zimbabwe head coach, Michael Nees, expressed his satisfaction with the facilities in Uyo ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria on Tuesday. The Warriors, who arrived in the Nigerian city for the upcoming fixture, have been impressed with their accommodation and training conditions, despit...
'They messed up their campaign' - Zimbabwe coach urges his players not to be afraid of Super Eagles
Published: March 23, 2025
Speaking after Sunday's training session in Uyo, Zimbabwe coach Michael Nees has expressed optimism while acknowledging the strength of the Super Eagles and urged his team to rise to the occasion.At the halfway stage of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, the Warriors face a mountain to climb in their bid to qualify for the...
2026 Word Cup qualifier: Three Zimbabwe players Super Eagles should watch closely
Published: March 23, 2025
The Super Eagles will be looking to strengthen their push for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they take on Zimbabwe on Tuesday. After a slow start to their qualification campaign, Nigeria revived their hopes with a commanding 2-0 win over Rwanda, thanks to a brace from Victor Osimhen last Friday. The victory ...
U20 midfielders' accurate passes: Crystal Palace loanee eyeing Super Eagles ranks 5th worldwide
Published: March 23, 2025
History-making Crystal Palace midfielder David Ozoh, the youngest player to feature for the Eagles in the Premier League, has been ranked fifth among U20 midfielders for highest percent of accurate passes across 65 leagues worldwide.  According to the International Centre for Sports Studies, only FC Nordsjælland's Ca...
'His numbers are great' - Ex-Liverpool winger urges Chelsea to sign prolific striker Osimhen
Published: March 23, 2025
Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has called on Chelsea to make a move for Victor Osimhen, stating that the Nigerian striker's clinical finishing could be the solution to the Blues' scoring problems. Pennant, speaking to talkSPORT, highlighted Osimhen's ability to find the back of the net consistently, which he...
2026 WCQ Nigeria v Zimbabwe: Match preview, H2H, what to expect, key players, kickoff time
Published: March 23, 2025
The Super Eagles, after their superb performance against the Wasps of Rwanda last Friday, will continue their quest for qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday as they face the Warriors of Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Akwa Ibom.The Super Eagles defeated Rwanda 2-0, courtesy of Galatasaray st...
Not business as usual: Eric Chelle bars visitors, journalists from Super Eagles camp pre-Zimbabwe
Published: March 23, 2025
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has enforced strict measures to ensure maximum concentration among his players ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe on Tuesday.  Following Nigeria's 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali, the Malian tactician has emphasized the need for undivided focus...
Mikel oozes class in midfield, Babayaro starts as Chelsea Legends beaten by Liverpool
Published: March 23, 2025
A Chelsea Legends team managed by Roberto Di Matteo were beaten 2-0 by Liverpool in the annual LFC Foundation charity match held at Anfield on Saturday afternoon. Former Nigeria internationals John Obi Mikel and Celestine Babayaro were named in Chelsea's starting lineup, with the midfielder going the distance and the ...
'Nowhere near as bad' - Former Burnley midfielder stands by Rangers striker Dessers amid criticism
Published: March 23, 2025
Former Burnley midfielder Scott Arfield has thrown his support behind Cyriel Dessers, the Nigerian striker who has faced heavy criticism from fans for his performances this season.   Dessers has struggled at times, losing his starting spot to young Moroccan forward Hamzat Igamane before Barry Ferguson took over as he...
'300% confident' - Youngest Nigerian to feature at World Cup predicts Super Eagles v Warriors
Published: March 23, 2025
Femi Opabunmi, Nigeria's youngest-ever World Cup player at 17 years and 101 days, is confident the Super Eagles will defeat Zimbabwe’s Warriors in Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium on Friday eveni...
Barcelona showing interest in Super Eagles forward Lookman but he's not the top target
Published: March 22, 2025
Barcelona have reportedly set their sights on Ademola Lookman, who is expected to leave Atalanta at the end of the season.Spanish sports daily Mundo Deportivo says Barcelona appreciate Lookman's quality but he is not the first or second candidate on the list of wingers they are targeting in the summer transfer window. ...
'People were shouting Osimhen' - Rohr on playing in Abidjan, what he expects from Zimbabwe in Uyo
Published: March 22, 2025
Coach Gernot Rohr has insisted that Zimbabwe stand no chance of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup following a 2-2 draw with Benin's Cheetahs on Thursday evening. Zimbabwe came from two goals down to secure a draw against Benin, with Marshall Munetsi and Knowledge Musona's goals cancelling out first half strikes from S...
'We read somewhere' - Troost-Ekong fires warning to Zimbabwe ahead of Uyo showdown
Published: March 22, 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has sent a strong warning to Zimbabwe ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers clash on Tuesday in Uyo.Speaking at the Kigali International Airport before the team's departure on Saturday morning, Ekong expressed Nigeria's determination to secure another vital vict...
2026 World Cup qualifier: Three key areas Super Eagles must fix before facing Zimbabwe
Published: March 22, 2025
Following their first victory in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers with a convincing 2-0 win over Rwanda, the Super Eagles of Nigeria must fine-tune certain aspects of their game to maintain their qualification hopes when they take on Zimbabwe on Tuesday. While the win in Kigali was crucial, there are areas that requ...