Author: Brila

The NFF Technical and Development Committee has appointed Akwa United Coach, Abdul Maikaba as Head Coach of the U17 boys, Golden Eaglets.

Francis Uzoho towers at 1.96 meters, making him the tallest player in the current Super Eagles squad and even five meters taller than the best goalkeeper in the world; Gianluigi Buffon, and he’s aiming high.

Morocco have qualified for a first World Cup since 1998 after beating their closest Group C challengers Ivory Coast 2-0 away from home on Saturday, and Tunisia joined them in securing passage as they drew 0-0 with Libya.

Chelsea wing-back, Victor Moses has hailed his team-mate, (Azpilicueta’s) influence over his adaptation to a more defensive role after being nominated for individual honours. It has been a transformative year for Victor Moses and Chelsea. Antonio Conte’s decision to convert the Nigerian into a wing-back early in the 2016-17 campaign was instrumental in both driving the Blues to a Premier League title and also reviving Moses’ Stamford Bridge career. The Chelsea wing-back has hailed his team-mate’s influence over his adaptation to a more defensive role after being nominated for individual honours It has been a transformative year for Victor Moses…

Sergio Aguero scored the first goal at the reopened Luzhniki stadium as Argentina beat Russia 1-0 in a friendly Saturday. The Manchester City forward scored on the rebound in the 86th minute to leave Argentina on a seven-game unbeaten streak despite a difficult World Cup qualifying campaign. It was the first game in four years at Moscow’s vast Luzhniki stadium, which hosts next year’s World Cup final. Argentina struggled to break down Russia’s defense for much of the game, but coach Jorge Sampaoli saw encouraging signs. “We played in a straightforward, courageous, bold manner. We created resistance to the pressure…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has criticized Gabonese Referee Eric Arnaud Castane for his handling of the Algeria vs Nigeria 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying match.

It might have just been on interim basis, but wearing the captain’s band was a huge honor for Leon Balogun.

Super Eagles stand-in captain Leon Balogun has knocked the Algerian fans for booing Riyad Mahrez, Islam Slimani and co for failing to turn up against Nigeria in the final 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying match at the Stade Chahid Hamlaou in Constantine.

Super Eagles Midfielder John Ogu believes the team can improve after a 1-1 draw against Algeria in the final 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Friday.

Powerful midfielder, John Ogu Ugochukwu took his Super Eagles opportunity after scoring a beauty in Friday’s draw but disclosed how his chance to shine was threatened. John Ogu has revealed the sacrifices he made to position himself for his first World Cup 2018 qualifiers appearance with Nigeria. The midfielder who featured more prominently for the Super Eagles at 2013 Confederations Cup has been on the periphery of Gernot Rohr’s squad with the likes of Wilfred Ndidi, Ogenyi Onazi and Mikel Agu ahead of him in the midfield pecking order. Having booked their spot in Russia, the German tactician rang the change…