Tag: Nigeria
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AFCONQ 2025: Victor Osimhen level with Odegbami in Nigeria’s all-time goalscorers [Top 10]
Victor Osimhen has drawn level with the legendary Segun Odegbami, in the list of Nigeria’s all-time top scorers. This follows his goal in the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw with Benin Republic in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Thursday night. Osimhen came into the match in third place with 22 goals. But the 26-year-old, who is…
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AFCON qualifier 2025: Nigeria’s Super Eagles fail to beat Benin Republic
Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Thursday failed to beat Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. Mohamed Tijani gave Gernot Rohr’s side the lead in the first half. Benin Republic also dominated the game in the first half. However, Victor Osimhen equalized for Nigeria in the second half.…
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AFCON 2025 qualifiers: CAF anounces dates for Super Eagles final two matches
The Confederation of African (CAF) has announced dates for the Super Eagles final two 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. According to CAF, the Super Eagles will be away to the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at the Stade Felix Houphouet-Boigny , Abidjan on Thursday, November 14. The matchday five encounter will kick-off at 8pm local time. The Super Eagles final…
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AFCONQ 2025: CAF award Super Eagles of Nigeria three points, goals against Libya
CAF on Saturday announced awarded three points and three goals to the Super Eagles of Nigeria following the botched 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Libya. Super Eagles consolidated top position in the their group following the verdict. The West African now have 10 points from four matches, four points clear of nearest rivals Benin.Libya…
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FIFA Ranking: Nigeria’s Super Eagles move up three places
Nigeria’s Super Eagles moved up three places in the latest men’s ranking released by the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA). FIFA released the latest men’s ranking on its official website on Thursday The three-time African champions were previously ranked 39th in the world. The Super Eagles also moved from sixth to fourth position in…
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Kano Pillars’ team bus crashes as players, driver sustain injuries
Kano Pillars Football Club on have confirmed that the bus conveying players to Plateau State for their Matchday 5 clash in the inaugural U-19 Youth League against Plateau United was involved in an accident. The NPFL club disclosed this in a series of tweets via their official X account on Tuesday. The Sai Masu Gida…
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AFCON 2025 qualifier: CAF gives Libya, Nigeria October 20 deadline to submit documents
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has asked the Libyan Football Federation, LFF, to submit documents relating to the cancellation of the 2025 AFCON qualifying Group D fixture against Nigeria. The Super Eagles pulled out of the game which was scheduled for October 15, after their plane was diverted to Labraq Airport and the players…
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AFCONQ 2025: Super Eagles stay top in Group D after Rwanda beat Benin Republic
The Super Eagles maintained top spot on Group D of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying series after Rwanda claimed a 2-1 victory over Benin Republic in Kigali on Tuesday night. The Super Eagles were initially scheduled to face the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in Benina tonight. The encounter has however been postponed…
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AFCONQ 2025: CAF postpones Libya vs Nigeria after delisting match
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has reached its final decision regarding the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier between Libya and Nigeria. The football body has finally announced the postponement of the game after delisting the fixture. The game was slated to be played this evening in Libya. However, in an official statement, CAF…
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AFCONQ 2025: NFF gives detailed 20-point account of Libya experience, what Super Eagles went through
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has detailed the incident in Libya. The football federation made a 20-Point of a 20-hour ordeal in the north African country. Libya had in a statement on Monday evening vowed to take legal actions against the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, for pulling the Super Eagles out of the Africa Cup of…