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28th November 2025

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'He's an international player' - Birmingham coach challenges Osayi-Samuel to reclaim starting spot
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'He's an international player' - Birmingham coach challenges Osayi-Samuel to reclaim starting spot

Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has urged Bright Osayi-Samuel to step up and reclaim his starting berth from Tomoki Iwata as the Blues prepare to face Watford at the St Andrew’s on Saturday. Osayi-Samuel, who arrived from Turkish giants Fenerbahçe in the summer, enjoyed a promising start to life at St Andrew’s, notably impressing in Birmingham’s 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town on the opening day of the season.However, a dip in form combined with an injury  saw him lose his place to Japan international Tomoki Iwata.The Japanese fullback, originally deployed at right-back due to...

November 28, 2025
'Top 5 in the world' - Zimbabwe coach warns Nigeria always struggle in Rwanda despite world-class attack
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'Top 5 in the world' - Zimbabwe coach warns Nigeria always struggle in Rwanda despite world-class attack

Zimbabwe coach Michael Nees faced the cameras on Thursday evening, after his side's 2-2 draw with Gernot Rohr's Republic of Benin in a 2026 World Cup qualifier staged at the Mabhida Stadium in Durban....

Mar 21, 2025
'It's not by chance they beat Nigeria' - Zimbabwe coach lauds Gernot Rohr after draw v Benin
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'It's not by chance they beat Nigeria' - Zimbabwe coach lauds Gernot Rohr after draw v Benin

Zimbabwe head coach Michael Nees has praised Benin and their manager Gernot Rohr following their 2-2 draw in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Thursday. Nees acknowledged the strength of the Ben...

Mar 21, 2025
'I don't want to talk' - Eric Chelle preaches focus as Super Eagles face Rwanda in make-or-mar clash
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'I don't want to talk' - Eric Chelle preaches focus as Super Eagles face Rwanda in make-or-mar clash

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has called for focus ahead of Nigeria's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, warning against unrealistic expectations from fans.  Chelle, who ...

Mar 21, 2025
'We have great forwards' - Eric Chelle confident Super Eagles can end Rwanda hoodoo in Kigali
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'We have great forwards' - Eric Chelle confident Super Eagles can end Rwanda hoodoo in Kigali

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has expressed optimism about his team's chances of securing a crucial victory against Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Nigeria will face the Amavubi at...

Mar 21, 2025
'We will see tomorrow' - Troost-Ekong fires back at Rwanda captain over stopping Super Eagles attack
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'We will see tomorrow' - Troost-Ekong fires back at Rwanda captain over stopping Super Eagles attack

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has issued a defiant response to Rwanda captain Djihad Bizimana's claim that the Amavubi can neutralize Nigeria's attacking threat in their 2026 FIFA World Cu...

Mar 20, 2025
'We already met them twice' - Rwanda captain unfazed by Super Eagles attack led by Osimhen
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'We already met them twice' - Rwanda captain unfazed by Super Eagles attack led by Osimhen

Rwanda captain Djihad Bizimana has expressed confidence in his team's readiness ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria on Friday.Speaking during the pre-match press confe...

Mar 20, 2025
After compassionate leave, Rwanda defenders return to training ahead of WCQ against Super Eagles
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After compassionate leave, Rwanda defenders return to training ahead of WCQ against Super Eagles

Rwandan defenders Fitina Omborenga and his brother Yunusu Nshimiyimana have resumed training with the national team after taking time off to mourn the passing of their father.The duo, who were given a...

Mar 20, 2025
What Lookman had to say before Super Eagles do-or-die battle against bogey team Rwanda
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What Lookman had to say before Super Eagles do-or-die battle against bogey team Rwanda

Ademola Lookman has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles' ability to secure victory against Rwanda, revealing the winning formula within the team ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifi...

Mar 20, 2025
'Pretty simple and basic' - Arokodare reveals Super Eagles know what to in first game under Chelle
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'Pretty simple and basic' - Arokodare reveals Super Eagles know what to in first game under Chelle

Tolu Arokodare has heaped praise on Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle, describing him as a coach with a clear plan and ideology ahead of Nigeria’s crucial clash against Rwanda in Kigali.Speaking...

Mar 20, 2025
'We need to be at the World Cup' - Boniface says Super Eagles are ready to give their best v Rwanda
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'We need to be at the World Cup' - Boniface says Super Eagles are ready to give their best v Rwanda

Ahead of Nigeria's crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on Friday, Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface expressed confidence and determination in turning the team's fortunes around afte...

Mar 20, 2025
Igoh Ogbu shares what he loves about Eric Chelle, three qualities that make him stand out at CB
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Igoh Ogbu shares what he loves about Eric Chelle, three qualities that make him stand out at CB

Slavia Prague central defender Igoh Ogbu is delighted to be part of the senior national team set-up for the first time in his career. Six years after featuring for the Flying Eagles at the 2019 F...

Mar 20, 2025
From Ola Aina to Lookman and Osimhen: Five Nigerian players to watch in 2026 WCQ v Rwanda
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From Ola Aina to Lookman and Osimhen: Five Nigerian players to watch in 2026 WCQ v Rwanda

As the Super Eagles of Nigeria prepare for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda this Friday, the spotlight is on key players who could turn the tide for Nigeria. With...

Mar 20, 2025