Naija Grit Prevails: Super Eagles Edge Lesotho 2‑1 in South Africa

Troost‑Ekong’s calm penalty + debutant Adams carry Nigeria past resilient Crocodiles In a pulsating World Cup qualifier played in Polokwane, Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a vital 2‑1 victory over Lesotho on Friday, to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup dreams alive. From the Nigerian vantage point, this win was more than three points. It was […]

Blow for Nigeria? Noah Atubolu Gets First Senior Germany Call-Up

Nigerian‑eligible Atubolu steps into senior Germany squad as Super Eagles lose their shot at a top keeper Noah Atubolu, the SC Freiburg shot‑stopper of Nigerian descent, has received his first-ever call-up to the senior German national team, a development that poses a serious blow to Nigeria’s hope of landing a top-class goalkeeper for the Super […]

Super Eagles Squad for Lesotho and Benin Named — Big Guns Return for Must-Win Ties

Super Eagles head coach Éric Sekou Chelle has unveiled his 23-man squad for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic. His list includes seasoned leaders William Troost‑Ekong, Alex Iwobi, and Victor Osimhen, among others. Squad Highlights and Key Inclusions Captain Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and Stanley Nwabali (goalkeeper) […]

 “Football is Not Forever”: JJ Okocha’s Investment Advice for Footballers

Nigerian football legend and former Super Eagles captain Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha has issued a powerful message to today’s generation of footballers, urging them to think beyond the pitch and secure their financial future. Speaking in a candid interview, Okocha reflected on his own journey, sharing practical lessons on how players can avoid the financial pitfalls […]