Author: Aishat Akanni

Former Super Eagles captain and Chelsea legend, John Mikel Obi has revealed that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is in contact with Uruguayan manager Gustavo Poyet regarding the vacant head coach position for the national team.

Former Nigerian goalkeeper and Olympic silver medalist, Ambrose Vanzekin has praised the Super Eagles for a decent performance following their start to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers.

Sports Minister, John Enoh has expressed his dismay over the failed appointment of German coach, Bruno Labbadia, for the vacant Super Eagles Job.

Super Eagles interim coach, Austin Eguavoen has firmly dismissed reports that he has stepped down from his role, labelling the claims as “fake news.”

Following a strong showing in the group stages of the 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup, the Falconets are now back in Bogota, as they prepare for a challenging Round of 16 clash against Japan on Thursday.

Nigeria was held to a frustrating goalless draw by Rwanda in their 2025 AFCON qualifying match, on Tuesday in Kigali.

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has revealed that his childhood idol is former Brazil and AC Milan goalkeeper Nelson Dida, whom he credits as a significant source of inspiration to his career.

Nigeria’s Basketball U18 MNT has claimed another group-stage victory in the FIBA U18 Afrobasket, defeating Uganda 72-61, to finish top of their group, advancing to the quarter-finals.

Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr has downplayed his team’s 3-0 defeat to the Super Eagles in Uyo, stating that the loss is not a major concern and expressing confidence that other teams in the group will face similar challenges when they play against Nigeria.

Former Super Eagles and Chelsea midfielder, Mikel John Obi has opened up about his involvement in Chelsea’s unsuccessful attempt to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen during the summer transfer window.