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NFF releases camping schedules for Flying Eagles, Golden Eaglets
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the country’s U-20 and U-17 men’s national teams will resume camping later this year, with the Flying Eagles scheduled to return in July and the Golden Eaglets in September. According to a schedule released by the federation, preparations for the Flying Eagles will commence first, despite the fact that substantive head coaches…
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Super Eagles to play Iran, Jordan in Four-Nation Tournament in Amman
Three-time African champions Nigeria will feature in a Four-Nation Invitational Tournament in Amman, the capital of Jordan, during next month’s FIFA men’s international window. The mini-tournament will kick off with a clash between the Super Eagles and the senior men’s national team of Iran at the 17,000-capacity Amman International Stadium on Friday, 27 March 2026. On the same day, the…
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‘We’ve put World Cup hopes behind us, but awaits FIFA’s decision — Dikko says
Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, on Thursdays said Nigeria has moved on from its failed World Cup qualification campaign, despite a pending case before FIFA over alleged breaches during the playoffs. Responding to questions from State House correspondents after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu on the commission’s 2025 performance and plans for 2026, Dikko said while…
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Chelle’s future in doubt after pay rise request to NFF
The future of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has come under renewed scrutiny following reports that the Franco-Malian tactician formally requested a substantial increase in his monthly remuneration from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). According to an insider account, Chelle, a former Lens defender, submitted a detailed 19-point proposal to the NFF on 22 January 2026, despite being under…
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Madugu lists Ajibade, Nnadozie, 23 others for Cameroon friendlies
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has listed captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, and forwards Esther Okoronkwo and Chinwendu Ihezuo in a 25-player roster for the upcoming friendly matches against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in Yaoundé. Canada-based midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene makes a return to the squad after a couple of years, while forward Gift Monday, now based in…
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Sanwo-Olu inaugurates Sports Trust Fund board, calls for improved sports sector
By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday inaugurated board members of the Lagos State Sports Trust Fund while charging them to mobilise resources for the growth of sports across the state. The inauguration ceremony was held at Lagos House, Marina, where the governor urged the board to focus on developing grassroots and school sports, as well as other sporting…
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CAF secretary general Mosengo-Omba under fire amid NFF petition controversy
Fresh uncertainty within the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has heightened speculation over Nigeria’s chances of advancing to the FIFA playoffs, following renewed calls for Secretary General Véron Mosengo-Omba to step aside over questions surrounding the legality of his continued tenure. Mosengo-Omba, a Congolese administrator, has come under scrutiny amid allegations that he may have influenced the handling of a…
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NFF committee submits list of recommended coaches for appointment
The Technical Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has submitted its recommendations for national team coaching appointments to the federation’s Executive Board for final approval. The committee met on Tuesday in Abuja to deliberate on candidates for the vacant coaching positions across Nigeria’s youth national teams. The roles include head coaches for the men’s Under-17 and Under-20 teams —…
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Wolves snatch point as Calafiori’s own goal cancels Arsenal lead
Riccardo Calafiori’s stoppage-time own goal handed Wolves a dramatic 2–2 draw with Arsenal, coming after the visitors had fought back from two goals down and putting the Gunners’ Premier League title hopes in further doubt. Following their draw with Brentford, Arsenal were unable to hold on to three points in wintry conditions against Rob Edwards’s battling side, who claimed another…
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Lookman, Onyedika on target as Atletico, Brugge share six goals
By Tosin Omojola – Nigerian internationals Ademola Lookman and Raphael Onyedika were on the scoresheet as their clubs, Atletico Madrid and Club Brugge, battled to a 3–3 draw. Wednesday night’s UEFA Champions League first-leg play-off match saw the visiting Spanish side blow a two-goal lead. Julian Alvarez scored from the spot to give Atletico an eighth-minute lead before Lookman added…
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