The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has commended Super Eagles players Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Moses Simon for their outstanding performances in Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over Libya in Friday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. In a post on his X account, Enoh also congratulated Austin Eguavoen and the entire team for securing the … Read more
Substitute Fisayo Dele-Bashiru netted the decisive goal as the Super Eagles secured a 1-0 victory over Libya in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Friday in Uyo. Nigeria started the match with confidence, dominating possession but struggling to create clear scoring opportunities. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has opted for a 4-3-3 formation for tonight’s crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. Stanley Nwabali from Chippa United is set to start between the posts as expected. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has Protest … Read more
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has called on the Nigerian Super Eagles to aim for victory in their upcoming match against Libya. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Diana-Mary Nsan, on Thursday, Enoh also cautioned the team against complacency as they prepare to face the Mediterranean Knights in the 2025 Africa … Read more
The much-anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean Knights is scheduled to take place at Akwa Ibom Stadium in Uyo. This match is a pivotal event in Group D, heralding the return of international football for fans across the continent. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has emphasized that the team will give their all to secure maximum points in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Libya. Two victories would guarantee the Super Eagles a spot in the AFCON 2025 finals, set to be hosted by Morocco. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was … Read more
Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has expressed his ambition to win a trophy with Nigeria’s senior national team. The Nottingham Forest player, who is part of the squad set to face Libya in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, shared his aspirations in an interview with Dangolo TV. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more
Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen now has all the invited players available to him ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Libya. Kelechi Iheanacho, Chidera Ejuke, and Bright Osayi-Samuel joined their teammates in camp on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to … 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
Libya head coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, has expressed dissatisfaction with his team’s preparation ahead of the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Nigeria. The Mediterranean Knights will be missing several key players due to injuries and suspensions, while some top stars have reportedly decided to boycott the matches. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All … Read more
Lobi Stars Football Club of Makurdi has sacked Coach Eugene Agagbe and appointed former Super Eagles coach Daniel Amokachi as his replacement. Coach Agagbe’s dismissal follows the team’s disappointing performance since the start of the 2024-2025 NPFL season. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It Was All Part of the Game – Kassia Apologies to Toby Forge Has … Read more
Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa marked his return to Kano Pillars with a brilliant brace, leading the team to a 2-0 win over Sunshine Stars. Musa, who rejoined the club alongside Super Eagles defender Shehu Abdullahi, made an immediate impact by netting a stunning long-range goal just five minutes into the match. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: … Read more
Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has named a 22-man squad, including Captain William Ekong, rising star Ademola Lookman, and in-form winger Moses Simon, for Nigeria’s home-and-away 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against Libya’s Mediterranean Knights this month. The squad features wing-backs Olaoluwa Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi, goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali and Maduka Okoye, defenders Oluwasemilogo … Read more
Nigeria internationals Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi have returned to Kano Pillars on short-term deals for the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The duo was spotted at the training ground of the former league champions on Thursday as they prepared for their NPFL matchday five home clash against Sunshine Stars. EDITOR’S PICKS BBNaija: It … Read more
French coach Hervé Renard has revealed that he was on the verge of becoming Nigeria’s Super Eagles head coach. Renard, who previously managed Ivory Coast and Zambia, said the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) reached out to him after Finidi George’s unexpected departure in May. Renard was a leading candidate for the role, especially after negotiations … Read more
Raphael Onyedika has been acknowledged for his impressive displays in September with a nomination for Club Brugge’s Player of the Month award. Onyedika is one of five Club Brugge players vying for the honour, alongside Hans Vanaken, Christos Tzolis, Gustaf Nilsson, and Simon Mignolet. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta … Read more
Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze is reportedly seeking a January exit from AC Milan, with Atletico Madrid and Premier League clubs West Ham and Aston Villa showing interest in the player. Chukwueze joined Milan in the summer of 2023 from Villarreal in a transfer valued at €20 million, plus significant bonuses, making him the club’s … Read more
Libya’s head coach, Nasser Al-Hadiri, has announced a 28-man squad for their upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Al-Hadiri, recently appointed to lead the Mediterranean Knights following the dismissal of Serbian coach Milutin Sredojevic, has retained several key players from the squad. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt … Read more
Chelsea’s pursuit of Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has encountered a setback, as the player has shown a preference for playing in German and Spanish leagues. According to TEAMTalk, the West London club is eyeing a major attacking signing in 2025, with Boniface, 23, emerging as a top target. The Nigerian forward was instrumental in … Read more
Augustine Eguavoen will remain as the interim coach of the Super Eagles, according to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The NFF announced this via a statement on X on Thursday, explaining that the decision was based on a recommendation from the federation’s Technical and Development Sub-Committee. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son … Read more