Nigeria vs Rwanda, South Africa: Super Eagles squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

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The Super Eagles’ technical crew has unveiled a 31-man provisional squad as Nigeria prepares for crucial September fixtures against Rwanda and South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The list, released on Friday, features a blend of established stars, returning faces, and fresh call-ups as the national team looks to assert dominance in … Read more

2026 World Cup: Osimhen, Iwobi — meet Nigeria’s squad against South Africa, Rwanda

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Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, has unveiled his final 23-man Super Eagles squad for next month’s all-important 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures against Rwanda and South Africa. The squad, announced on Friday by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Communications Department, is spearheaded by captain William Troost-Ekong, lethal striker Victor Osimhen, and midfield maestro Alex … Read more

Victor Boniface’s move to AC Milan: New chapter or another lesson for Nigerian stars in Serie A?

AC Milan latest squad addition, Victor Boniface. Photo Credit- Sempre Italian

The transfer of Victor Boniface to AC Milan on August 21, 2025, as a loan deal with a €30 million buy option, has ignited excitement among fans of both the Rossoneri and Nigerian football. The 24-year-old Super Eagles striker, who scored 32 goals in 61 appearances for Bayer Leverkusen, represents a significant acquisition for a … Read more

Victor Osimhen’s 2025 Ballon d’Or Snub: Missed opportunity to celebrate Africa

Nigerian and Napoli's forward, Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit- Skysports Italy/X

The 2025 Ballon d’Or 30-man shortlist, announced on August 7, 2025, sparked outrage among football fans, particularly in Africa, due to the glaring omission of Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian striker, a former top-10 finisher in 2023, delivered an exceptional season with Galatasaray and Nigeria, yet was overlooked alongside compatriot Ademola Lookman. This exclusion raises serious … Read more

Serie A disrespect of Nigerian stars: A pattern of undermining talent

Ex Napoli forward, Victor Osimhen (left) and Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman (right) Photo Credit- Vanguard

The Italian Serie A has long been a stage for some of football’s brightest talents, yet a troubling pattern has emerged in the treatment of its Nigerian stars. The cases of Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, two of Africa’s most celebrated players, expose a systemic issue of disrespect and mismanagement by Italian clubs. From public … Read more

Ekitike, Gyokeres, Osimhen transfer saga: United’s endless pursuit for strikers 

Gyokeres, Osimhen, and Ekitike as Manchester United striker target. Photo Credit- Author's collage

Manchester United’s quest for a prolific No. 9 has dominated headlines as the summer 2025 transfer window looms, with Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike, Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres, and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen topping their shortlist. Under new manager Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils aim to address their dire 2024/25 Premier League campaign, where they finished 15th, … Read more

Victor Osimhen’s move to Al-Hilal: Is Nigerian star right to accept?

Nigerian and Napoli's forward, Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit- Skysports Italy/X

As the summer transfer window gathers momentum, the football world is abuzz with speculation surrounding Victor Osimhen’s potential move from Napoli to Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. The 26-year-old Nigerian striker, who was on loan at Galatasaray where he has scored an astonishing 37 goals and provided 8 assists in 43 matches during the 2024/25 … Read more

What fans can expect in Victor Osimhen’s move to Chelsea

As Chelsea prepare for a transformative 2025/26 season, bolstered by Champions League qualification and a UEFA Conference League title, the rumours are growing large with one name: Victor Osimhen. The 26-year-old Nigerian striker, who was on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has re-emerged as a prime target for Enzo Maresca’s squad, with football.london reporting a … Read more

Nigeria vs Jamaica: Unity Cup final preview, H2H, predictions

Nigeria Super Eagles squad (top) with Jamaica's Reggae Boyz (below). Photo Credit- Pulse Sports

The Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, London, will host the Unity Cup 2025 final on Saturday, May 31, at 7:45 PM (WAT), as Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz in a historic Afro-Caribbean showdown. Eric Chelle’s Nigeria, ranked 36th in FIFA standings, aim to reclaim the Unity Cup they won in 2004, leveraging their … Read more

2026 World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria vs Zimbabwe tactics, team news, head-to-head, predictions

Nigerian Forward, Victor Osimhen celebrating his first goal from Ademola Lookman set-piece free kick with fellow teammates. Photo Credit- Premium Times

The Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday, 25 March, 2025, will host a critical Group C clash in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as Nigeria’s Super Eagles face off against Zimbabwe’s Warriors. With the halfway mark of the qualifiers approaching, this matchday 6 fixture will see a resurgent Nigeria, fresh off their first … Read more

Rwanda 0-2 Nigeria: Osimhen heroics, Chelle first win, see highlights, tactical takeouts

Nigerian Forward, Victor Osimhen celebrating his first goal from Ademola Lookman set-piece free kick with fellow teammates. Photo Credit- Premium Times

Rwanda hosted Nigeria in a crucial Group C fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. With Rwanda joint-top of the group alongside South Africa and Benin on seven points, and Nigeria languishing in fifth with just three points from four matches, this clash was set as a must-win … Read more

Victor Osimhen transfer: What fans can expect in Nigerian striker move to United

Nigerian and Galatasaray loan striker from Napoli, Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit- MUFC/X

As of February 25, 2025, reports indicate that Manchester United is on the verge of securing Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen from Napoli, with the transfer described as “95% complete.” This potential acquisition has generated significant excitement among fans and analysts, given Osimhen’s impressive track record and the dynamic qualities he could bring to Old Trafford. … Read more