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Eric Chelle Says Super Eagles Must Win Trophies As Nigeria Pressure Enters Result Phase

Eric Chelle Super Eagles pressure narrative intensified after the Nigeria coach admitted trophies remain the only acceptable currency in Nigerian football. Having already overseen AFCON competition and crucial World Cup qualification fixtures, Chelle is no longer viewed as a new appointment but as a coach entering the accountability phase, with supporters now demanding tactical clarity, consistency and visible progress from the Super Eagles.

President Federation Cup State Finals Set For Weekend As NFF Warns Defaulters

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

The NFF has ordered President Federation Cup state finals to be completed this weekend across 35 states and the FCT, with Lagos granted a postponement. The directive also places pressure on state football associations, as failure to stage finals within the approved window could attract a ₦1 million fine before the national draw process begins.

NPFL final day May 24 locked as league defends cup-adjusted run-in

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

NPFL final day May 24 is now the league’s fixed target, with chief operating officer Davidson Owumi saying built-in Federation Cup windows were designed to stop the kind of late-season disruption that has hurt previous campaigns. The revised run-in now places matchdays 36 and 37 on May 3 and May 10 before the season closes on May 24.

Ranchers Bees seal NPFL return after topping NNL Conference D

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

Ranchers Bees have secured promotion back to the NPFL after finishing first in NNL Conference D. The Kaduna club claimed the ticket despite a 2-0 away defeat to Gombe United, as Jigawa Golden Stars failed to take advantage after losing 3-0 to Kebbi United.

NPFL stability praise raises bigger question about Nigerian football progress

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

NPFL stability has drawn praise from the Nigeria Football Coaches Association, but the bigger issue now is whether improved scheduling, governance and competition management can translate into lasting progress for Nigerian football.

Tinubu mourns former NFA president Ibrahim Galadima

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

Tinubu mourns Ibrahim Galadima after the death of the former NFA president and respected sports administrator, describing his passing as a loss to Nigerian sports and the country as a whole.

Gusau referee reforms ignite debate over age limits and VAR plan

Noble Onyeagoro2 months ago2 months ago0

Gusau referee reforms have become a midday argument in Nigerian football after the NFF president backed VAR training for 10 officials, pushed strict age limits in recruitment and insisted that computer literacy can no longer be optional. The plan is being framed as reform, but the real debate is whether the federation is finally confronting a broken officiating culture.

NFF appoints Akeem Busari as new Flamingos coach

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

The NFF has appointed Akeem Busari as the new Flamingos head coach ahead of Nigeria’s push for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. He replaces Bankole Olowookere, who led the team to bronze in 2022.

NFF Electoral Committee inauguration sets stage for September 26 vote in Lafia

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

The NFF has inaugurated its Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee ahead of the federation’s 2026-2030 Executive Committee elections, with officials promising a fair process and confirming September 26 in Lafia as voting day. The move shifts attention from routine administration to the power structure that will shape Nigerian football’s next leadership cycle for the sport.

NFF inaugurates electoral committees ahead of September 2026 elections

Noble Onyeagoro3 months ago3 months ago0

The Nigeria Football Federation has inaugurated its Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee in Abuja, officially opening preparations for the September 26, 2026 elections in Lafia.