Super Eagles Drop in FIFA Rankings, Fall to 38th Place

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsSuper Eagles Drop in FIFA Rankings, Fall to 38th Place

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)June 20, 2024

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have fallen eight places, from 30th to 38th, in the latest FIFA world ranking. This dramatic fall comes after a string of lacklustre performances in their recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches. The Eagles drew 1-1 against South Africa and suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Benin Republic. These results, coupled with over 180 international matches played since the last rankings update, have contributed to Nigeria’s slide down the rankings table....

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Osimhen’s Future with Super Eagles Uncertain After Social Media Outburst

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsOsimhen’s Future with Super Eagles Uncertain After Social Media Outburst

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)June 19, 2024

Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen is facing a potential ban from the Super Eagles, the country’s national football team, following a controversial public social media spat with former coach Finidi George. The controversy arose after a disappointing start to Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, marked by a draw against South Africa and a loss to Benin. Following these poor results, George, under increasing pressure, resigned and then cast doubt on Osimhen’s commitment to the team,...

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Manchester City Clinch Historic Fourth Straight EPL Title

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsManchester City Clinch Historic Fourth Straight EPL Title

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 19, 2024

Manchester City etched their names even deeper into the Premier League history books on Sunday, securing a remarkable fourth consecutive English Premier League title. Pep Guardiola secured the championship with a thrilling 3-1 victory over West Ham at the Etihad Stadium. Despite City’s victory, tension hung heavy in the air as their closest rivals, Arsenal, were also battling for glory across town at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal, Manchester City’s closest challengers throughout the season, were...

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Nigerian Striker Victor Boniface Takes Home Bundesliga “Rookie of the Season” Award

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsNigerian Striker Victor Boniface Takes Home Bundesliga “Rookie of the Season” Award

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 15, 2024

Nigerian football fans are celebrating after Victor Boniface, the 23-year-old striker for Bayer Leverkusen, secured the coveted Bundesliga “Rookie of the Season” award. This recognition marks a phenomenal debut season for Boniface, who arrived at the German club from FK Bodø/Glimt in the summer of 2023. Boniface’s impact on the league was undeniable. He quickly established himself as a key player for Bayer Leverkusen, earning the moniker “The Bull” for his powerful playing style. His...

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Former Winger Finidi George Appointed Super Eagles Coach

NewsNigeriaSoccerFormer Winger Finidi George Appointed Super Eagles Coach

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)April 30, 2024

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has announced the appointment of former Nigerian winger Finidi George as the new head coach of the national team, the Super Eagles. This comes after months of speculation following the departure of Portuguese coach José Peseiro in February. George, a highly decorated player in his own right, served as Peseiro’s assistant for the past 20 months. He previously enjoyed a successful playing career, featuring for Nigeria in two World Cups...

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Super Falcons Conquer Bayana Bayana, Secure Spot in Paris 2024

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsSuper Falcons Conquer Bayana Bayana, Secure Spot in Paris 2024

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)April 10, 2024

The Super Falcons, Nigeria’s senior women’s football team, have qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics, after a 16-year hiatus The team secured their spot after a tense second-leg match against South Africa’s Banyana Banyana. The first leg in Abuja ended in a goalless draw, but the Nigerian team held their nerve in the second leg in Pretoria on Tuesday night, which also ended in a 0-0 stalemate. However, the Super Falcons secured victory thanks to...

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FIFA ranks Super Eagles 28th in the world after AFCON performance

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsFIFA ranks Super Eagles 28th in the world after AFCON performance

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 15, 2024

Despite losing the African Cup of Nations, AFCON, crown, the Super Eagles of Nigeria has been ranked the 28th national team in the world. AFCON winners Côte D’Ivoire reaped the rewards of their continental triumph on home soil by being the 39th team in the table. The new ranking released by FIFA today saw Nigeria make their biggest jump from 42nd in December 2023 to 28th globally. A run that saw the country reach the...

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 Nigeria Government To Reward Super Eagles Team

NewsSoccerSports Nigeria Government To Reward Super Eagles Team

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 12, 2024

Despite the failure of Super Eagles to win the title at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria’s vice-president, Kashim Shettima has eulogized the team for its performance. The Super Eagles fell to a 2-1 defeat against hosts, Cote d’Ivoire in the final of the competition on Sunday night. Shettima, who watched the game live at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan, revealed that the players will be rewarded for their effort in the game....

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Côte d’Ivoire breaks the hearts of Nigerians with AFCON final win

NewsNigeriaSoccerCôte d’Ivoire breaks the hearts of Nigerians with AFCON final win

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 12, 2024

…President Tinubu hails the Super Eagles The Elephants of Côte d’Ivoire clinched the continent’s crown for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the third time in history. Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire faced off in the final of the 2023 AFCON at Abidjan’s Ebimpé Olympic Stadium. The Super Eagles’ captain, William Troost-Ekong, opened the scoring with a goal in the 38th minute. The hosts pushed forward and levelled the score with a goal from Franck...

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Federal Government To Reward Super Eagles for Outstanding for Performance

NewsNigeriaSoccerFederal Government To Reward Super Eagles for Outstanding for Performance

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 8, 2024

The Federal Government has promised to reward the Super Eagles for their sterling performance against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana at the African Cup of Nation Semi-finals. Vice President Kashim Shettima who was in Côte d’Ivoire for the semi-final match made this known while addressing the players after the match posted on the Super Eagles X-account on Thursday. Shettima lauded their relentless efforts in reaching the final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, “The government and...

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