Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and key wingback Ola Aina have been ruled out, while Ademola Lookman remains a major doubt for Monday’s crucial 2025 AFCON qualifying Group D fixture against Rwanda’s Amavubi. The match will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State. Nwabali was … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles settled for a 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Abidjan on Thursday. Gernot Rohr’s team took an early lead through Mohamed Tijani and controlled much of the first half. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Super Eagles interim coach Austin Eguavoen has announced a 23-man squad for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Rwanda and Benin. The squad includes the return of strikers Victor Osimhen and Sadiq Umar, as the 2013 African Champions look to secure their qualification ticket for the next AFCON, set to take place in Morocco. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Super Eagles interim manager, Austin Eguavoen, has advised winger Samuel Chukwueze to be mindful of where he attempts to dribble ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Libya. In his remarks ahead of Friday’s match, Eguavoen specifically addressed Chukwueze, urging the AC Milan star to make smart decisions on the … Read more
Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation, Austin Eguavoen, has refuted claims that he will step down as interim coach of the Super Eagles after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Eguavoen was appointed by the NFF to oversee the Super Eagles for these crucial matches due to … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Austin Eguavoen addressed the media ahead of the upcoming AFCON qualifier matches, emphasizing that he did not actively seek the coaching role. Eguavoen, who has served as the national team’s technical director since 2020, accepted the position out of a sense of duty and a desire to contribute to Nigerian football. … Read more
Austin Eguavoen has emphasized that the Super Eagles players must take responsibility for turning their fortunes around. The Eagles will kick off their qualifying campaign for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a home match against the Benin Republic’s Cheetahs on Saturday, September 7, in Uyo. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing … Read more
Ademola Lookman’s hat-trick in the Europa League final has garnered praise Finidi and Eguavoen. His historic feat propelled Atalanta to their first European triumph in over six decades. Lookman is poised to contribute in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Eko Hot Blog reports that Super Eagles head coach Finidi George and Nigeria Football Federation Technical … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has denied reports that it appointed former Nigeria international Austin Eguavoen as an interim manager of the Super Eagles. Recall that Portuguese coach Jose Peseiro stepped down at the weekend after the expiration of his contract. Editor’s Picks “Binance Traders Traceable” – Crypto Expert Alerts … Read more
Austin Eguavoen, Super Eagles interim coach, has disclosed his intention to invite Victor Moses back to the national team. Eguavoen, told journalists that he wants to bring Moses back to the national team because he admires the former Chelsea star, adding that the winger will bring some value to the Super Eagles. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The Carthage Eagles of Tunisia defeated the Super Eagles in the round of 16 by 1-0 on Sunday, marking the end of their journey in the tournament EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former aide of the ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri, has stated that President Muhammadu Buhari should be blamed for the defeat suffered … Read more
AFCON: President Buhari Hails Austin Eguavoen’s Super Eagles for their excellent performance at AFCON EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday night commended the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their excellent performance at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon. In a statement by Femi Adesina, his Special Adviser, Media … Read more