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'I prefer the old one' - Alex Iwobi has his say on Super Eagles new Nike kits
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'I prefer the old one' - Alex Iwobi has his say on Super Eagles new Nike kits

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has spoken out on Nigeria’s 2026 kit release, revealing he personally prefers the previous design ahead of the team’s recent friendlies. The new collection, unveiled by global sportswear giant Nike, has sparked debate with its vibrant light green home and away options.The new kits, announced in late March, feature a light green home jersey with darker panel detailing, alongside an away shirt decorated with bold green flame-like patterns on a white base — a modern twist on Nigeria’s traditional colours. These designs have already been seen on the pitch...

April 6, 2026
Ex IK Start Midfielder Olufemi Oladapo Doubtful To Face Ivory Coast
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Ex IK Start Midfielder Olufemi Oladapo Doubtful To Face Ivory Coast

The Thursday training of the home based Eagles in preparation for their CHAN qualifier against the Ivory Coast was held at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium, with the emphasis more on techniques and tactics.&l...

Jul 4, 2013
Stephen Keshi Impressed By Ahmadu Bello Stadium
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Stephen Keshi Impressed By Ahmadu Bello Stadium

Head coach of the Super Eagles, Stephen Keshi was left stunned by the lush green nature of the Ahmadu Bello Stadium when the team came to train at the pitch for the first time on Thursday.<br />...

Jul 4, 2013
Super Eagles Decline In Fifa Ranking
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Super Eagles Decline In Fifa Ranking

Nigeria National Football Team, the Super Eagles have dropped four places in the latest ranking released by football's governing body, Fifa on Thursday, July 4.<br /><br />With 723 points,...

Jul 4, 2013
NSC, Kaduna State FA Trade Blames
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NSC, Kaduna State FA Trade Blames

A mild argument broke out between officials of the NSC zone 1 and staff of the Kaduna State FA over the Eagles use of the Kaduna Township Stadium for their exhibition game which they won 3-0 against a...

Jul 3, 2013
Mbah Dazzles As Eagles Defeat Kaduna Selected In Exhibition Match
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Mbah Dazzles As Eagles Defeat Kaduna Selected In Exhibition Match

In an exhibition match played at the Kaduna Township stadium, in preparation for this weekend CHAN qualifier against the Ivory Coast, the home based Eagles defeated a Kaduna selected team by 3 goals t...

Jul 3, 2013
Missing Christian Obodo Found In Italy; Companion Arrested For Being In Possession of Marijuana
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Missing Christian Obodo Found In Italy; Companion Arrested For Being In Possession of Marijuana

Nigeria international Christian Obodo, who was reported to be missing by Dinamo Minsk, was found hale and hearty in Udine, Italy on Tuesday.<br /><br />This past weekend, the Director Gene...

Jul 3, 2013
Frenage Soccer Academy Mourns Late Thompson Oliha
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Frenage Soccer Academy Mourns Late Thompson Oliha

Ibadan based soccer school Frenage Soccer Academy has commiserated with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the family of the former Super Eagles midfielder Thompson Oliha who passed away at the...

Jul 3, 2013
Flying Eagles Crash Out Of World Cup Despite Kayode's Wonder Goal
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Flying Eagles Crash Out Of World Cup Despite Kayode's Wonder Goal

For the second tournament in succession, the Flying Eagles led by John Obuh have failed to progress beyond the quarter - finals of the Fifa World Cup for players below the age of 20 after losing 2 - 1...

Jul 2, 2013
Five Defensor Players Named In Starting Eleven To Face Nigeria
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Five Defensor Players Named In Starting Eleven To Face Nigeria

The Uruguay National Team will play with the same squad that defeated Uzbekistan last weekend in the final Group F game.<br /><br />Manager Juan Verzeri will start with Guillermo De Amores...

Jul 2, 2013
Liverpool Goalkeeper Targets Clean Sheet Against Nigeria
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Liverpool Goalkeeper Targets Clean Sheet Against Nigeria

Guillermo de Amores, goalkeeper of the Uruguay Under 20s, is targeting his third clean-sheet against the Flying Eagles on Tuesday.<br /><br />''We hope to continue good, clean sheets, but ...

Jul 1, 2013
Uruguay Coach Picks Olaitan, Ajagun As Flying Eagles Danger Men
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Uruguay Coach Picks Olaitan, Ajagun As Flying Eagles Danger Men

Head coach of the Uruguay Under 20s, Juan Verzeri remains cautious ahead of the eagerly anticipated round of 16 clash with African bronze champions Nigeria on Tuesday in Istanbul. <br /><br /...

Jul 1, 2013
Ahmadu Bello Stadium Not Ready To Host CHAN Qualifier - National Sports Commission
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Ahmadu Bello Stadium Not Ready To Host CHAN Qualifier - National Sports Commission

Ahead of the CHAN qualifier between Nigeria and Ivory Coast, the Zonal Director of the National Sports Commission Zone 1, in charge of the facility, Dr. Ademola Are has voiced his concern about the re...

Jul 1, 2013