13 Super Eagles Players Join Camp Ahead of Rwanda, South Africa Qualifiers

13 of 23 Super Eagles players now in camp for World Cup qualifiers. Full squad expected to arrive by Wednesday morning. Nigeria faces Rwanda on Friday and South Africa next Monday. The number of Super Eagles players in camp has risen to 13 as Nigeria ramps up preparations for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup … Read more

2026 World Cup: Super Eagles’ Qualification Hopes Still Alive – NFF President

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau optimistic despite Super Eagles’ slow start in World Cup qualifiers. Super Eagles sit fifth in Group C after three draws and one defeat. Gusau confident the team can recover and qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Gusau remains optimistic about the Super Eagles’ chances of qualifying … Read more

Siasia Advocates For Nigerian Coaches, Calls On Eguavoen To Resign

As the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) considers hiring a foreign coach for the Super Eagles, former national team coach Samson Siasia has argued that the country does not need a foreigner at the helm. Siasia, who previously managed Nigeria’s U-20 and U-23 teams, also urged his former teammate, Austine Eguavoen, to officially step down as … Read more

BREAKING: Super Eagles Lose 2-1 To Rwanda in Uyo, First Defeat At Home

Super Eagles Lose Rwanda Uyo

The Super Eagles were stunned 2-1 by 2026 World Cup qualifying rivals Rwanda in their final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Uyo on November 18, 2024. This was Rwanda’s first-ever victory over Nigeria at full international level, leaving the home side in disbelief after a tough battle. EDITOR’S PICKS  Trump Taps Fox … Read more

World Cup Qualifiers: Garnacho Out Of Argentina Squad With Knee Issue

Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho has withdrawn from Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia due to a knee issue. The 20-year-old, who played the full 90 minutes in United’s 0-0 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday while wearing a brace on his left knee, has been replaced in the Argentina squad by Leicester … Read more

ICC U19 Women’s W’Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria Beats Zimbabwe, Advances To Semi-Finals

Nigeria moved closer to securing Africa’s second ticket to the 2025 ICC U-19 Women’s World Cup in Malaysia by pulling off a thrilling one-wicket win against favourites Zimbabwe on Monday, clinching an early semi-final spot. Both teams entered the game with wins from the first round, setting the stage for a tense showdown. Zimbabwe opted … Read more

World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Face Backlash From Rapper Illbliss

Rapper Illbliss

By Fikayo Babalola Nigeria’s Super Eagles have faced backlash from rapper Illbliss over the World Cup qualifiers. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian rapper and actor Illbliss, whose real name is Tobechukwu Ejiofor, has made a scathing comparison, stating that the Super Eagles football team is a mirror image of the country’s ineffective government. Reacting … Read more

Qatar 2022: Super Eagles Get Ghana, Full Draw, Date For World Cup Qualifiers

World Cup Qualifiers

Qatar 2022: Super Eagles Get Ghana, Full Draw, Date For World Cup Qualifiers Nigeria’s Super Eagles will meet with the Black Stars of Ghana after both sides were paired up in the play-off draw for the 2022 Qatar World Cup on Saturday in Douala, Cameroon. The games will take place between March 24 and 29, … Read more

Portugal Coach Denies Ronaldo Altercation, Reveals Who To Blame For Defeat

Portugal coach, Fernando Santos has dispelled rumors that he had an altercation with Cristiano Ronaldo  He also took full responsibility for Sunday’s defeat Ekohotblog reports that Portugal coach, Fernando Santos has dispelled speculations that he was involved in an altercation with Cristiano Ronaldo after world cup qualifier loss against Serbia. A visibly frustrated Ronaldo could … Read more

We’ll Play For Pride – Liberia Coach Warns Super Eagles

Liberia Coach, Peter Butler has warned super eagles ahead of their tie today Expresses confidence in his team Ekohotblog reports that Liberia Coach, Peter Butler has issued a warning to Nigeria Super Eagles ahead of their world cup qualifying match on Saturday.  Peter Butler has vowed not to lose against the super Eagles as his … Read more

You’ve Been A Disgrace To Manchester United – Roy Keane Tears Into Maguire

Manchester United legend, Roy Keane has described Harry Maguire as a disgrace to the club  says his celebration for England was disgraceful Ekohotblog reports that Manchester United Legend, Roy Keane has slammed the club captain Harry Maguire for his celebration during England’s match against Albania. Harry Maguire has come under fire in recent matches for … Read more

Osimhen Breaks Silence On Ighalo’s return To The Super Eagles

CAF Player Of The Year: Nigerian Star Makes CAF 10-man Shortlist (See Full List)

Victor Osimhen has expressed his feelings on Ighalo’s return to the super eagles squad  Says it’s good for the team  Ekohotblog reports that Nigeria’s highly rated striker, Victor Osimhen has expressed his feelings on teammate, Jude Ighalo’s return to the super eagles squad.  In a decision believed to have been made by both Nigeria Football … Read more

Benzema Eligible For France Even If Convicted For Crime: Federation Boss

French football federation boss has insisted that Karim Benzema is eligible to play for France even if found guilty in court  Says he can only be excluded on a sporting basis by the coach  Ekohotblog reports that France striker Karim Benzema “will not be excluded” from selection for the national team if a guilty verdict … Read more

Paul Pogba Ruled Out Of France World Cup Qualifiers Team

Pogba

Paul Pogba has been ruled out of France World Cup qualifiers  He sustained a thigh muscle injury in training  Ekohotblog reports that Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba has been ruled out of France World Cup qualifiers team due to injury.  Paul Pogba was pictured leaving France’s training session on Monday with team doctor Franck Le … Read more

Marcus Rashford Reacts As Smith Rowe Gets Debut England Call Up

Marcus Rashford reacts to Smith Rowe’s debut call up for England Says it’s well deserved  Ekohotblog reports that Manchester United striker, Marcus Rashford has reacted to the recent call up of Arsenal’s prodigy, Emile Smith Rowe.  Arsenal’s 21-year-old attacking midfielder joined the England squad at St George’s Park on Monday ahead of the forthcoming World … Read more

World Cup Qualifiers: Cape Verde Own Goal Keeps Nigeria On Top

World Cup Qualifiers: Cape Verde Own Goal Keeps Nigeria On Top

The victory took the Eagles to a maximum six points from two matches, three points ahead of second –placed Liberia A 75th minute own goal by Kenny Santos earned Nigeria a 2-1 win in their 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar qualifying clash against Cape Verde in Mindelo on Tuesday. The result stabilizes the Super Eagles’ … Read more

Super Eagles Get New Dates For AFCON, World Cup Qualifiers

CAF Player Of The Year: Nigerian Star Makes CAF 10-man Shortlist (See Full List)

Super Eagles of Nigeria will resume their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a double header against Sierra Leone in November. Also, their campaign to qualify for the 2022 World Cup qualifying will begin in May 2021. The AFCON qualifiers were suspended in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic but the Confederation … Read more

See Super Eagles Possible Opponents As 2022 World Cup Qualifier Draw Holds In Egypt

CAF Player Of The Year: Nigerian Star Makes CAF 10-man Shortlist (See Full List)

The draws for the qualifying matches for 2022 World Cup in Qatar will take place at the Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo, Egypt on Tuesday (today).PutLG The Super Eagles are seeded in the first pot as one of the top 10 ranked African teams in the latest FIFA ranking. Also in pot 1 with Nigeria are African … Read more