Nwabali: “We Did Our Best for the Badge”

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsNwabali: “We Did Our Best for the Badge”

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)November 17, 2025

In the aftermath, Nigeria’s goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali addressed the nation with a heartfelt apology. On his official Instagram page, he wrote: “Painful! We all did our best for the badge, though our best wasn’t enough. I was once a fan and understand how it feels to give you a disappointing night; we take full responsibility.” Nwabali also made two crucial saves during the shootout, but they could not compensate for missed penalties from his teammates....

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Penalty Misses Cost Nigeria 2026 World Cup Spot

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsPenalty Misses Cost Nigeria 2026 World Cup Spot

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)November 17, 2025

Nigeria’s bid to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a painful end on Sunday, as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) edged the Super Eagles 4–3 on penalties after a 1–1 draw in extra time in the African playoff final. The match, held at the Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium, offered a rollercoaster of emotion for the Nigerian team and its supporters. Frank Onyeka gave Nigeria a dream start in the...

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Osimhen Fires Nigeria into 2026 World Cup African Playoffs

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsOsimhen Fires Nigeria into 2026 World Cup African Playoffs

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)October 14, 2025

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have qualified for the African playoffs of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a convincing 4–0 victory over Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday. A hat-trick from Victor Osimhen and a late strike from Frank Onyeka gave the Super Eagles the win they needed to secure one of the four spots reserved for the best second-placed teams in the CAF qualifiers. The result means Nigeria now sits...

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Cristiano Ronaldo Emerges Football’s First Billionaire

NewsCristiano Ronaldo Emerges Football’s First Billionaire

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)October 9, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo has officially emerged as the first footballer in history to attain billionaire status, according to the latest data published by Bloomberg’s Billionaires Index. The Al-Nassr forward, whose career earnings and investments span two decades, now boasts an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion, marking a historic financial milestone in global sports. The mind-blowing figure places him ahead of long-time rival Lionel Messi, who reportedly trails with an estimated net worth of about $800...

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Super Falcons Coach, Goalkeeper Nominated for Ballon d’Or Honours

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsSuper Falcons Coach, Goalkeeper Nominated for Ballon d’Or Honours

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)August 7, 2025

…Team Ranked 36th in Latest FIFA Women’s Ranking Super Falcons Head Coach, Justine Madugu, and first-choice goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, have been nominated for individual honours in the 2025 Ballon d’Or Awards, following their outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. Madugu, who assumed leadership of the Super Falcons in late 2023, has been nominated for the prestigious Women’s Johan Cruyff Trophy, awarded to the best women’s...

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Super Falcons Get N150m Each, 3-bedroom Flat, OON National Honour

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsSuper Falcons Get N150m Each, 3-bedroom Flat, OON National Honour

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)July 28, 2025

After the Women’s Africa Cup of Nation (WAFCON) over the host country, Morocco on Saturday, President Bola Tinubu has awarded the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) national honour to all 24 players and 11 technical crew members of the victorious Super Falcons. Tinubu in addition to the honour, also announced a cash reward of $100,000 (N150m) each for the players, while the technical crew members received $50,000 (N75m). The president also gifted...

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Nigeria Defeats Morocco to Win 10th WAFCON Title

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsNigeria Defeats Morocco to Win 10th WAFCON Title

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)July 27, 2025

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have secured their record tenth Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title by defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in the final played on Saturday at the Stade Moulay Abdellah, Rabat. The match saw Nigeria battle back after trailing 2-0 at halftime. Morocco took an early lead with captain Ghizlane Chebbak scoring in the 13th minute, followed by a second goal from Sanaa Mssoudy ten minutes later. The first half was dominated by the...

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Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Dies at 61

NewsNigeriaSoccerFormer Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Dies at 61

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)July 4, 2025

Peter Rufai, one of Nigeria’s most iconic goalkeepers, is dead. Fondly known as Dodo Mayana, Rufai died on Thursday, 3rd July 2025, in Lagos after a brief illness. He was 61. According to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the former Super Eagles goalkeeper passed away around 6 am, and his remains have been deposited in a morgue. Rufai, a towering figure in Nigerian football, was a key member of the historic Super Eagles squad that...

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Flying Eagles Edge Egypt on Penalties to Clinch U-20 AFCON Bronze

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsFlying Eagles Edge Egypt on Penalties to Clinch U-20 AFCON Bronze

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 19, 2025

Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, secured the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations after defeating hosts Egypt 4–1 on penalties in Cairo on Sunday. The third-place match, played at the 30 June Stadium, ended 1–1 in regulation time before going to a penalty shootout. Egypt took an early lead in the third minute when Osama Omar found the back of the net. Nigeria responded shortly after the interval, with...

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Chelle Names Super Eagles Final Squad for World Cup Qualifiers

NewsNigeriaSoccerSportsChelle Names Super Eagles Final Squad for World Cup Qualifiers

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)March 11, 2025

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, on Tuesday, announced his final 23-man squad ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against their yet-to-be-named opponents. The announcement follows the release of an expanded provisional squad of 39 players last week. These qualifiers will mark Chelle’s first competitive games in charge of the three-time African champions. The squad includes three goalkeepers, six defenders, six midfielders, and eight forwards, blending experience with new talents. Stanley Nwabali,...

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