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Goals from striker Kparobo Arierhi and captain Daniel Bameyi ensured the Nigerians picked up the crucial point needed to seal qualification.

Despite their elimination, the East Africans will likely aim to end their campaign on a high note.

Flying Eagles forward, Rickson Mendos is confident that Nigeria will overcome Kenya in their final Group B fixture at the…

After receiving the ball near the edge of the penalty area, Iwobi took a composed first touch and calmly slotted the ball past Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez

A backbone of Leicester City’s midfield since 2017, Wilfred Ndidi now stands at a career crossroads, with several clubs reportedly keeping close tabs on his situation.

With other quality options in attack, including Rafa Mir and Hugo Duro, the club could be tempted to cash in, especially given their financial constraints.

Musa, 32, last played for the national team in a friendly match against Guinea on January 8, 2024.

Although his contract with Nantes runs until June 2026, speculation over a summer exit has intensified, especially if the club fails to escape relegation.

With Champions League qualification now out of reach, the club is preparing for a significant summer rebuild and Chukwueze appears to be one of the casualties.

The veteran’s inclusion marks a return to the national team after being left out of Nigeria’s squad since the 2023 AFCON.