U20 WWC: Five takeaways as Falconets make a statement with big win against Venezuela
Published: September 08, 2024
Nigeria, on Saturday, made a statement by thrashing Venezuela 4-0 in their last group game of the ongoing Fifa U20 Women's World Cup in Colombia.  The Falconets' win was secured with goals from Amina Bello, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Flourish Sabastine, and Joy Igbokwe. Amina Bello opened the scoring in the 16...
U20 WWC Venezuela 0 Nigeria 4: Bello, Okwuchukwu, Sabastine, Igbokwe goals send Falconets into round of 16
Published: September 07, 2024
The Super Falcons beat Venezuela 4-0 in their final group game at the Fifa U20 Women's World Cup and have now booked their place in the next round, courtesy of that brilliant result . Coach Christopher Danjuma made two changes to the side that lost against Germany as Shukurat Bakare was replaced by Faith Omilana...
Super Eagles player ratings: Lookman standout; Osimhen home again; Troost-Ekong, Ajayi reliable; Ndidi solid 
Published: September 07, 2024
The Super Eagles got their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers off to a flying start, courtesy of a 3-0 win over Benin.  Allnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule over the Nigerian players in action. The starters Goalkeeper  Stanley Nwabali: The Chippa United shot-stopper was impeccable once again, denying Ben...
2025 Afconq: Boniface under scrutiny and four other observations from Super Eagles win v Cheetahs
Published: September 07, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Benin on Saturday on matchday one of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, showcasing their resilience and attacking prowess. The Super Eagles claimed victory with a standout performance from Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen.  Lookman opened...
Nigeria 3 Benin 0: Lookman brace and Osimhen acrobatic goal give Super Eagles a comfortable win 
Published: September 07, 2024
The Super Eagles defeated Benin 3-0 in the opening matchday of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Saturday evening at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. Interim coach Austin Eguavoen reverted the team set to 3-4-3 and rang some changes in the team that started against the Cheetahs in June. He handed Bruno On...
Super Eagles starting XI: Iwobi, Ndidi, Onyemaechi, Chukwueze, Lookman start; Dele-Bashiru, Simon bench 
Published: September 07, 2024
Nigeria manager Augustine Eguavoen has announced his starting lineup for Saturday's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Republic of Benin at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. The big news is the omission of Napoli loanee Victor Osimhen from the ...
'They have to forget they are a bit Nigerian' - Rohr sends message to Olaitan, Aiyegun ahead of Afconq
Published: September 07, 2024
Republic of Benin's Cheetahs manager Gernot Rohr has advised his players of Nigerian descent to put aside their ties to Nigeria on Saturday when they do battle with the Super Eagles on matchday one of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The German football tactician has selected Lorient's Lagos-born s...
Ideal starting XI: Orlando Pirates ace Ndah names seven Super Eagles players that should start v Benin
Published: September 07, 2024
Orlando Pirates central defender Olisa Ndah has included seven Super Eagles players from the squad selected for the September internationals in his ideal starting eleven. The 26-year-old was handed a call-up to the squad for the first time since participating at the AFCON in 2021 but faces an uphill task in getting...
'This is not a joke' - Ex-Flying Eagles star warns Super Eagles against complacency ahead of Benin clash 
Published: September 07, 2024
Former Flying Eagles goalkeeper Kola Ige has issued a stern warning to the Super Eagles ahead of their crucial 2025 AFCON qualifier against Benin.  Ige stressed that the team must avoid any form of complacency and remain focused to secure a decisive victory. In an interview with allnigeriasoccer.com, Ige undersc...
Ballon d'Or contender,  Africa's finest, Man City product, Bundesliga winner: 4 Super Eagles players to watch 
Published: September 07, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles will begin their 2025 AFCON qualifying campaign against Benin on Saturday in Uyo.  After a run of three games without a win in recent international windows, the team is eager to return to winning form.  To secure a victory, the Eagles will rely on several key players who have much to ...
2025 Afconq Nigeria v Benin: Three key Cheetahs players Super Eagles must be wary of
Published: September 07, 2024
The Super Eagles are gearing up for a crucial clash against Benin on Saturday in Uyo, as they seek to bounce back from a challenging June window.  Nigeria's performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers left much to be desired, with the team failing to secure victories in their matches. This puts their W...
Olise no longer eligible for Super Eagles as Bayern Munich dazzler plays cap-tying game for France
Published: September 07, 2024
Speculation over the international future of Michael Olise ended once and for all on Friday evening, with the Bayern Munich dazzler making his competitive debut for France's senior national team, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. By starting for France in their UEFA Nations League encounter against Italy at the Par...
2025 Afconq Super Eagles v Cheetahs: Match preview, what to expect, key players, confirmed team news
Published: September 06, 2024
Nigeria will kick-off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign with a game against Benin being led by Gernot Rohr, an ex-coach of the three-time African champions. This will be the second clash between both sides this year as they met in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers played in June at the Stade F...
Moses Simon wins Nantes Player of the Month award on the eve of Super Eagles Afconq v Cheetahs
Published: September 06, 2024
Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has been named Nantes' Player of the Month for August, just as Nigeria prepare for their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Republic of Benin. Simon secured the accolade by garnering 43% of the votes, outpacing teammates Alban Lafont, Matthis Abline, and Nathan Zézé.  D...
Eguavoen speaks on whether Osimhen will be given minutes; headache picking between Nwabali and Okoye
Published: September 06, 2024
Super Eagles interim boss Austin Eguavoen has spoken about the fitness of Victor Osimhen and who will start in goal between Stanley Nwabali and Maduka Okoye ahead of tomorrow's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin. Osimhen was the last player to report to the camp as he had to sort out his future,...