Former Super Eagles captains Jay Jay Okocha and John Obi Mikel disclosed on the Obi One Podcast how they adopted their iconic names, with Okocha inheriting 'Jay Jay' from his brother and Mikel correcting a shirt printing error.
Rasheedat Ajibade says team gave everything despite failing to qualify for 2027 World Cup, as Nigeria misses first since 1991.
The Nigeria Football Federation has sacked Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu and his technical crew after the team's worst-ever WAFCON campaign, which ended with a quarterfinal exit and failure to qualify for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has publicly praised Taiwo Awoniyi after the Nigerian striker's £9 million move to Coventry City, wishing him well for the future.
Austin Jay-Jay Okocha says the 1994 Super Eagles lacked belief and could have won the World Cup, citing the 1996 Olympics as proof of their potential.
NAHCON approves five airlines for 2027 Hajj, including Air Peace and Flynas, subject to NCAA and Saudi GACA compliance.
Asisat Oshoala calls for support as Nigeria face South Africa in a crucial playoff for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, after a quarter-final exit at WAFCON.
Bongeka Gamede insists South Africa's World Cup dream is alive despite WAFCON exit, as Banyana face Nigeria in a decisive playoff on August 13, 2026.
Nigeria's Super Falcons will play South Africa on August 13, 2026, in Casablanca for a chance to reach the 2027 Women's World Cup playoffs after WAFCON elimination.
Nigeria's Super Falcons lost 1-0 to Cameroon in the WAFCON quarter-final, ending automatic World Cup qualification. Coach Madugu takes responsibility, but the team still has a chance via playoffs.
Nigeria's Super Falcons lost 1-0 to Cameroon in WAFCON 2026 quarter-finals, ending World Cup hopes. They now face South Africa in playoffs.
Algeria and Morocco secured WAFCON semi-final spots and 2027 Women's World Cup qualification with contrasting wins on Saturday.
Nigeria's Super Falcons lose automatic 2027 Women's World Cup spot after 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in WAFCON quarter-finals.
Nigeria's Super Falcons lost 1-0 to Cameroon in WAFCON 2026 quarters, but can still qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup via the African playoff against South Africa.
Nigeria's Super Falcons were eliminated from the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after a 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Cameroon on August 9, 2026.
Nigeria's Super Falcons will meet Morocco in the WAFCON 2026 semi-final if they defeat Cameroon in the quarter-final. The clash is set after Morocco advanced, with Nigeria aiming for a historic run.
Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu says criticism is unavoidable, focusing on team improvement despite scrutiny at WAFCON.
2026 WAFCON quarter-finals set: Nigeria vs Cameroon, Morocco vs South Africa, Côte d'Ivoire vs Algeria, Malawi vs Ghana. Winners qualify for 2027 World Cup.
Mohamed Salah's reported move to Trabzonspor makes him the highest-paid player in the Turkish Super Lig, earning £342,500 weekly, surpassing Victor Osimhen.
Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu hints Toni Payne will start in midfield for suspended Jennifer Echegini in the must-win WAFCON clash against Egypt, dismissing sentiment in selection.
Super Falcons need victory over Egypt to boost WAFCON quarter-final hopes after Zambia win, with Malawi leading Group C.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade praises team unity after Nigeria's 6-2 win over Egypt secures WAFCON 2026 quarter-final spot.
Canal+ acquires exclusive UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League rights for sub-Saharan Africa, ensuring DStv subscribers keep watching until 2031.
Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu says Nigeria knows the exact permutations to reach the WAFCON 2026 quarter-finals, facing Egypt without two suspended players.
Alex Iwobi reveals Super Eagles players sometimes book their own flights, share rooms, and wash kits, highlighting logistical challenges.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised Kylian Mbappe after the 2026 World Cup, where the French captain scored 10 goals, won the Golden Boot, and became the all-time top scorer with 22 goals.
Arsene Wenger clarifies his FIFA role, says he learned of Forward Enterprise via media, as UEFA pushes for Infantino's removal.
Lagos receives CAF delegation for pre-event inspection ahead of hosting the 2026 CAF Awards, says Governor Sanwo-Olu.
CAF asks members to examine FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in competitions like the World Cup, aiming to raise $4.2 billion, amid criticism from UEFA and others.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, becoming the first nation to hold both men's and women's FIFA World Cup titles simultaneously. The tournament featured 104 matches across 16 host cities in three countries.