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Super Eagles and Rangers defender Leon Aderemi Balogun has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the team’s precarious position in Group C.

The home-based Super Eagles will now face Equatorial Guinea in Group D of the 2024 African Nations Championship, CHAN following CAF’s decision to disqualify Congo Brazzaville for fielding an ineligible player during the qualifiers.

Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi could be on his way to Napoli during the January transfer window, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

Serie A club Udinese have excluded Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye from their registered squad, following allegations of betting irregularities.

The Confederation of African Football, CAF has announced that the draw ceremony for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON will take place at the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat, Morocco, on Monday, January 27, 2025.

Nigerian footballer Godwin Saviour recently opened up about his unforgettable experience with Cristiano Ronaldo, shedding light on the Portuguese superstar’s kindness and addressing a racism controversy surrounding their interaction.

Super Eagles and Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has expressed disappointment following his team’s 3-3 home draw against Dynamo Kiev in the UEFA Europa League on Tuesday night.

Former Super Eagles defender, Sam Sodje, has voiced his concerns about Nigeria’s prolonged struggles in football development, citing the lack of a proper technical center as a key issue holding back progress.

Sevilla head coach García Pimienta has voiced his confusion over Kelechi Iheanacho’s underwhelming performances since joining the club, despite the Nigerian forward showing flashes of brilliance in training.

Victor Osimhen continued his prolific run in the Europa League, but Galatasaray squandered a two-goal advantage to settle for a dramatic 3-3 draw against Dynamo Kiev at RAMS Park on Tuesday night.