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Super Eagles vs Zimbabwe: Gov Eno Purchases Free Match Tickets For Fans

Ganiyu Amodu

The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced free tickets for the Super Eagles’ 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe on Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. In a statement on Monday, the state’s Commissioner for Sports, Paul Bassey, said Governor Umo Eno had purchased all 30,000 tickets to mobilise support for the national team. “In line with his determination and promise to mobilise support for the victory of the Super Eagles of Nigeria against the Warriors of Zimbabwe, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has purchased…

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Chelle Banks On Okocha, Kanu, Others To Motivate Eagles Ahead Of Crucial Games

Ganiyu Amodu

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle said he is banking on legends like Austin Jay Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, and others to help motivate his players in their 2026 World Cup Group C qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The Super Eagles need to win both games to bounce back to the reckoning in the six-team group where they are placed fifth with just three points from four matches. Chelle has been meeting up with the players in Europe priming them for the battles ahead. According to mainlandmetro.co.ng, Chelle is optimistic of…

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10 Facts About Éric Chelle, Super Eagles’ New Coach

Ganiyu Amodu

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Committee has approved the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team, the Super Eagles. Platforms Africa reports that the decision followed the recommendation of the NFF’s Technical and Development Sub-Committee during its meeting held in Abuja on January 2, 2025. The appointment was formally endorsed by the NFF Executive Committee on January 7, 2025. The Super Eagles’ head coach position became vacant following Finidi George’s resignation after disappointing results in the 2026 FIFA World…

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Éric Chelle Named Super Eagles Head Coach

Ganiyu Amodu

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Committee has approved the appointment of Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team, the Super Eagles. The decision followed the recommendation of the NFF’s Technical and Development Sub-Committee during its meeting held in Abuja on January 2, 2025. The appointment was formally endorsed by the NFF Executive Committee on January 7, 2025. Chelle, 47, is a former head coach of Mali’s senior national team and brings a wealth of experience, having managed clubs such as GS…

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‘Worst Year Of My Life Already,’ Super Eagles Goalie Nwabali Loses Mum

Ganiyu Amodu

Barely two months after losing his father, Super Eagles and Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has lost his mother. The South Africa-based goalkeeper shared the heartbreaking news via X on Wednesday. “Rip mom, worst year of my life already,” the goalkeeper posted with tears and heartbreak emoji on New Year’s Day. “A very very crazy world indeed,” he posted before sharing the news. The Nigeria Football Federation sent soothing words to the goalkeeper. “Our heartfelt condolences to Stanley Nwabali on the loss of his mother. Stay strong, Stanley. Sending you…

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BREAKING: Libya Authority Bow To Pressure, Super Eagles Now En Route To Nigeria

Ganiyu Amodu

After more than 14 hours of being detained at Al Abraq International Airport, the Libyan government has finally succumbed to pressure from various quarters and cleared the Nigerian flight to bring the players and officials back home. This was disclosed in a post by sports journalist Adepoju Tobi Samuel, popularly known as OgaNlaMedia. He said: “After pressure from several quarters, the Libyan government has agreed to issue clearance for ValueJet Airline to fly and sell aviation fuel to the airline. READ ALSO ‘I Have Escalated The Matter,’ Minister Speaks About…

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‘I Have Escalated The Matter,’ Minister Speaks About Super Eagles Ordeal In Libya

Ganiyu Amodu

The Sports Minister, John Enoh said he has escalated the ill-treatment meted out to the Super Eagles by the Libyan authorities since they landed at the Al Abaq Airport on Sunday, to all concerned authorities. A statement by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Communications Department on Monday said the team were left unattended to at the Al Abraq Airport. A video posted by the Eagles media team also confirmed the development, as the players and officials, along with their luggage, were left stranded at the airport, with the Libyan airport…

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Former Sweden Manager Linked With Super Eagles Job

ADEOLA YUSUF

Former Sweden manager Janne Andersson is reportedly the leading candidate for the vacant Super Eagles coaching role. Although the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has not yet made an official announcement, Score Nigeria sources suggest that the 61-year-old is poised to take over the reins of Nigeria’s national team. Andersson, who concluded his tenure with Sweden in November 2023 after a seven-year stint, previously turned down an offer from Latvia. His potential appointment would make him the second Swedish coach to manage the Super Eagles, following in the footsteps of Lars…

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2025 AFCON Qualifiers: Super Eagles Face Benin, Rwanda, Libya In Group D

Ganiyu Amodu

The Super Eagles have been given another chance to avenge their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying defeat to the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in Abidjan following the pairing of both teams in Group D of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series. Both teams were paired together in a draw that took place yesterday as they aim to be among the 24 countries that will participate in the 35th Africa Cup of Nations scheduled for Morocco, 21st December 2025 – 18th January 2026. The Super Eagles were placed in…

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Osimhen’s ‘Goal’ Cancelled Again,’ How Super Eagles Landed At CAF Final

Ganiyu Amodu

  Full details of how 4-2 penalty crackers and Grammy award rekindled rivalry between the two nations + tantrums Nigerians and South Africans are throwing on Twitter     For the second time in two matches, the Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, lost two goals to VAR technology, some Nigerians have claimed as Super Eagles defeated the Bafana Bafana of South Africa to land at the final of the African Cup of Nations. The Nigerian national beat South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on penalties in the ongoing African Cup of Nations…

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