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Troost-Ekong Retires Days Before AFCON, Shocks Super Eagles Fans Nationwide

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has shocked Nigeria by announcing his sudden retirement from international football just weeks before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The 32-year-old defender ended a decade-long national team career marked by 83 caps, tournament heroics and leadership at AFCON 2023, leaving Nigeria scrambling for defensive stability as injuries and uncertainty mount before Morocco 2025.

“Osimhen Is As Hard As Haaland” — Calvin Bassey Sparks Global Debate With Explosive Verdict

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Calvin Bassey has ignited a global football conversation after declaring that Victor Osimhen is on the same level as Erling Haaland, describing both strikers as “equally hard to play against.” The Fulham defender, who faces Haaland midweek, said Osimhen’s power, speed and relentlessness make him just as dangerous as the Manchester City superstar.

SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE EXPLOSIVE REINVENTION AT FULHAM

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Samuel Chukwueze delivered his most commanding Premier League performance yet as Fulham stunned Tottenham 2–1 in London, earning the Nigerian winger a deserved Man of the Match award. The AC Milan loanee produced a brilliant assist, terrorised Spurs’ backline, and embodied Fulham’s renewed energy ahead of a critical test against Manchester City.

Super Eagles Crush Gabon 4–1 in Rabat to Reach Playoff Final Against DR Congo

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The Super Eagles are one match away from the Inter-Continental Play-Off after overpowering Gabon 4–1 in extra time in Rabat. Victor Osimhen struck twice as Nigeria recovered from an 89th-minute equaliser to dominate the added period. Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke also scored, setting up a decisive clash with DR Congo on Sunday for a place in the global play-off round

Super Eagles Bonus Crisis: Boycott, Tension and Last-Minute Resolution Ahead of Gabon Playoff

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A Super Eagles bonus crisis rocked Nigeria’s camp in Rabat as players boycotted training just days before the crucial 2026 World Cup playoff against Gabon. Demanding higher match bonuses, the squad refused to train until talks with the NFF produced a deal. The row triggered national anxiety over preparation, unity and respect for past financial promises.

Super Eagles Set Up World Cup Playoff Camp in Rabat, Eye Morocco Redemption

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The Super Eagles will open camp in Rabat on November 9 ahead of the 2026 World Cup Africa playoffs, where Nigeria faces Gabon before a potential final against Cameroon or DR Congo. NFF President Ibrahim Gusau says preparations are complete, promising full logistical support and player motivation to secure Nigeria’s return to the global stage.

Osimhen ruled out vs South Africa.

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Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying hopes have suffered a blow with striker Victor Osimhen ruled out of Tuesday’s showdown against South Africa. The forward, who limped off in Saturday’s 1–0 win over Rwanda in Uyo, was confirmed to have suffered a shin bruise. NFF officials said he will not travel with the Super Eagles squad to Johannesburg

Super Eagles edge Rwanda as Osimhen injury clouds build-up to Bafana showdown

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Nigeria beat Rwanda 1–0 in Uyo to keep their 2026 qualifying pulse steady, but Victor Osimhen’s first-half injury turns the spotlight to Tuesday’s crunch trip to South Africa. Tolu Arokodare struck on 51 minutes as Rwanda’s Fiacre Ntwari frustrated the hosts with a string of saves. Nigeria now sit on 10 points with a game in hand

Brighton, Nottingham Forest, and Leeds United Eye Super Eagles Winger Nathan Tella

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Premier League clubs Brighton & Hove Albion, Nottingham Forest, and Championship side Leeds United are monitoring Bayer Leverkusen winger Nathan Tella. Scouts watched him during a friendly against Chelsea, with the Nigerian international open to a return to England after stints with Southampton and Burnley. Tella won the Bundesliga in his first season with Leverkusen.

Boniface’s Saudi Move Collapse

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Victor Boniface says his lucrative Saudi Arabia transfer collapsed just as he was set to fly out, despite sealing terms and giving away luxury items.