AllNigeriaSoccer Logo

All Nigeria Soccer

Your passport to Nigerian players worldwide
6th April 2026

National Teams News

Iwobi praises Nigeria debutants Fernandez and Nwaiwu, issues apology after red card v Jordan
Featured

Iwobi praises Nigeria debutants Fernandez and Nwaiwu, issues apology after red card v Jordan

Alex Iwobi has revealed that he was impressed with the performances of debutants Emmanuel Fernandez and Chibuike Nwaiwu during the second half of Nigeria's 2-1 win over World Cup-bound Asian nation, Iran in an international friendly staged in Antalya, Turkey on March 27.The Super Eagles established a two-goal lead through strikes from Moses Simon and Akor Adams, before Iran reduced the deficit midway through the second half via Mehdi Taremi.Rangers star Fernandez came off the bench to replace Semi Ajayi at halftime, while Nwaiwu, who earned a late call-up following the withdrawal of Calvin Bas...

April 5, 2026
'My dad is from Nigeria' - Uganda's Ikpeazu says ahead of emotional game against Super Eagles
Nigeria National Teams
'My dad is from Nigeria' - Uganda's Ikpeazu says ahead of emotional game against Super Eagles

Uganda striker Uche Ikpeazu has admitted emotions will be high when the Cranes face Nigeria's Super Eagles, but insists his full focus is on helping Uganda secure a crucial victory.The forward, whose ...

Dec 29, 2025
Five consecutive games, no clean sheet: Eric Chelle defends substitutions ahead of Uganda clash
Nigeria National Teams
Five consecutive games, no clean sheet: Eric Chelle defends substitutions ahead of Uganda clash

Speaking at a press conference before his side take on Uganda in their final group game of the Africa Cup of Nations, Eric Chelle has defended his decisions following criticism over Nigeria conceding ...

Dec 29, 2025
'A great honour' - Ndidi says he once looked up to Super Eagles and Chelsea legend Mikel
Nigeria National Teams
'A great honour' - Ndidi says he once looked up to Super Eagles and Chelsea legend Mikel

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has revealed that former Nigeria and Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel was one of his biggest inspirations growing up, describing the ex-national team skipper as a c...

Dec 29, 2025
'No injury' - Chelle reveals Osimhen will be assessed final training session pre-Uganda
Nigeria National Teams
'No injury' - Chelle reveals Osimhen will be assessed final training session pre-Uganda

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has confirmed that Victor Osimhen will be assessed during Nigeria’s final training session ahead of their last Group C fixture against Uganda on Tuesday.Osimhen, ...

Dec 29, 2025
'He deserves to play' - Eric Chelle hints at opportunity for Onyedika, Super Eagles fringe players
Nigeria National Teams
'He deserves to play' - Eric Chelle hints at opportunity for Onyedika, Super Eagles fringe players

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has suggested that some fringe players, including Raphael Onyedika, could be considered for action in Nigeria’s final Group C match against Uganda at the Africa C...

Dec 29, 2025
'Tomorrow's starting XI will surprise you' - Chelle gives fitness update on Nwabali, Onyeka
Nigeria National Teams
'Tomorrow's starting XI will surprise you' - Chelle gives fitness update on Nwabali, Onyeka

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle was on media duties on Monday, on the eve of his team's last group match  of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and has provided a fitness update on goalkeeper Stanley ...

Dec 29, 2025
'My favourite striker' - Eric Chelle backs 'best striker in the world' Osimhen to deliver at Afcon
Nigeria National Teams
'My favourite striker' - Eric Chelle backs 'best striker in the world' Osimhen to deliver at Afcon

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has expressed strong confidence in Victor Osimhen ahead of Nigeria’s next outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, praising the striker’s mindset and form during a ...

Dec 29, 2025
What Uganda players are saying about Nigeria and why Super Eagles should be worried
Nigeria National Teams
What Uganda players are saying about Nigeria and why Super Eagles should be worried

The Super Eagles may have genuine cause for concern ahead of their upcoming encounter with Uganda as history and recent comments from the Cranes’ camp suggest a confident and motivated opponent.Ugan...

Dec 29, 2025
Former Bafana Bafana captain surprised Ikpeazu chose Uganda instead of pushing to represent Nigeria
Nigeria National Teams
Former Bafana Bafana captain surprised Ikpeazu chose Uganda instead of pushing to represent Nigeria

Former Bafana Bafana captain Bongani Khumalo has expressed surprise at St Johnstone striker Uche Ikpeazu's decision to commit his international future to Uganda rather than wait for an opportunity to ...

Dec 28, 2025
'Not a penalty' - Osayi-Samuel reacts to VAR drama in Nigeria's statement win v Tunisia
Nigeria National Teams
'Not a penalty' - Osayi-Samuel reacts to VAR drama in Nigeria's statement win v Tunisia

Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has reacted to the late penalty decision that allowed Tunisia to score their second goal in Nigeria’s 3-2 victory over the Carthage Eagles at the 2025 Afric...

Dec 28, 2025
'We had too much respect for Nigeria' - Tunisia defender reflects on defeat to Super Eagles
Nigeria National Teams
'We had too much respect for Nigeria' - Tunisia defender reflects on defeat to Super Eagles

Tunisia and Sheffield Wednesday right-back Yan Valery has revealed why his team fell short in their 3-2 loss to Nigeria in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, reflecting on the lessons ...

Dec 28, 2025
'We won the midfield battle' - Eric Chelle reveals why Onyeka started against Tunisia
Nigeria National Teams
'We won the midfield battle' - Eric Chelle reveals why Onyeka started against Tunisia

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has revealed the reasoning behind his midfield selection in Nigeria’s 3-2 victory over Tunisia in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The coach made a few changes ...

Dec 28, 2025