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2026 WCQ: ‘Fantastic combination’ – Victor Ikpeba singles out two Super Eagles players
Former Super Eagles forward, Victor Ikpeba, has hailed the likes of Samuel Chukwueze and Victor Osimhen following their impressive performances during Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier 4-0 win against Benin Republic on Tuesday. Ikpeba lauded both players for their “fantastic combination” during the encounter that gave Nigeria the victory against the Benin Republic. Recall […] 2026 WCQ: ‘Fantastic combination’ – Victor Ikpeba singles out two Super Eagles players
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read MoreNPFL: NFF suspends three referees for poor officiating
The Referee Development Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has suspended Mohammed B. Tuta, Ben Japhet and Ikechukwu Taiwo from officiating in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The referee’s suspension was contained in a statement signed by Ameenu Mohammed. Tuta and Japhet were were accused of decisions that fell short of professional standards […] NPFL: NFF suspends three referees for poor officiating
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 WCQ: Olaitan rues Benin Republic’s heavy defeat to Super Eagles
Benin Republic midfielder, Junior Olaitan cannot hide his disappointment following the team’s failure to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, DAILY POST reports. The Cheetahs went down 4-0 to the Super Eagles in their final group game at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Tuesday night. The defeat put an end […] 2026 WCQ: Olaitan rues Benin Republic’s heavy defeat to Super Eagles
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 WCQ: Super Eagles happy to be in playoffs — Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has said the team will give their best in the CAF Play-Off Tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Morocco will host the competition from Thursday, 13 November to Sunday, 16 November, 2025. The competition precedes the intercontinental play-offs scheduled for Mexico in March next year. Nigeria booked a place […] 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles happy to be in playoffs — Troost-Ekong
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read MoreNigeria vs Gabon: Aubameyang sends warning to Super Eagles ahead of 2026 WCQ playoffs
Gabon striker, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, has warned Nigeria that he will do all that he can, to ensure his country qualifies for the 2026 World Cup. Both countries are billed to face each other in the African playoffs semi-final on November 13. Aubameyang helped Gabon finish runners-up in Group F behind Cote d’Ivoire, while the Super […] Nigeria vs Gabon: Aubameyang sends warning to Super Eagles ahead of 2026 WCQ playoffs
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 WCQ: What Benin coach Rohr said about Osimhen after Nigeria’s 4-0 win
Benin coach Gernot Rohr has spoken highly of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen after both teams’ 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Rohr, who coached Osimhen during his time as coach of Nigeria’s national team, said he was happy that the Galatasaray star has become a world-class striker. He also hoped the former Napoli […] 2026 WCQ: What Benin coach Rohr said about Osimhen after Nigeria’s 4-0 win
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 WCQ: ‘We’re disappointed’ – Rohr on Benin’s defeat to Super Eagles
Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has expressed disappointment following his team’s loss to the Super Eagles of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. The Cheetahs were thrashed 4-0 by their neighbours at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Tuesday. The defeat put paid to the West Africans ambition of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World […] 2026 WCQ: ‘We’re disappointed’ – Rohr on Benin’s defeat to Super Eagles
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 WCQ: Why we lost 4-0 against Nigeria’s Super Eagles – Benin coach Rohr
Benin coach Gernot Rohr has explained why his team was defeated 4-0 against Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier. Rohr watched as three goals from Victor Osimhen and a goal from Frank Onyeka gave Nigeria the victory against Benin. Speaking to reporters at his post-match press conference in Uyo, Rohr suggested that […] 2026 WCQ: Why we lost 4-0 against Nigeria’s Super Eagles – Benin coach Rohr
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 World Cup playoff: Super Eagles’ clash with Gabon confirmed
The Super Eagles have confirmed they will play Gabon in the semi-final of the African playoffs, as they seek to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Nigeria qualified thanks to a 4-0 win over Benin Republic on Tuesday night. Victor Osimhen scored the first three goals, before Frank Onyeka volleyed in the decisive fourth. The […] 2026 World Cup playoff: Super Eagles’ clash with Gabon confirmed
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 World Cup: 4 African countries in playoffs confirmed
The four African countries that have proceeded to the 2026 World Cup playoffs have confirmed. This follows the conclusion of the qualifying series on Tuesday night. They are Gabon, Cameroon, Nigeria and Congo DR. Gabon confirmed second place in Group F with a 2–0 win against Burundi and Ivory Coast’s thumping of Kenya to win […] 2026 World Cup: 4 African countries in playoffs confirmed
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read MoreCAFCL: Namibian referee for Rivers United vs Black Bulls
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Namibian referee Mr. Negongo Mweshitsama Naftal for the CAF Champions League second-round first-leg tie between Black Bulls and Rivers United. Naftal will be assisted by compatriots Alex Muzibwene Lumponjani (Assistant Referee 1) and Hangula Velinoma Angula (Assistant Referee 2). Fillipus Hanyemunange Nghilinganye will serve as the fourth […] CAFCL: Namibian referee for Rivers United vs Black Bulls
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
Read More2026 World Cup playoffs: Super Eagles have good chance – Odegbami
Nigeria football legend, Segun Odegbami, has said the national team has a good chance of making it to the 2026 World Cup via the playoffs. The Super Eagles finished as one of the best runners-up in the African continent, thanks to a 4-0 thumping of Benin Republic on Tuesday. Victor Osimhen scored a hat-trick as […] 2026 World Cup playoffs: Super Eagles have good chance – Odegbami
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
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