Osimhen Fitness Update: Galatasaray Hopeful Ahead of Liverpool Clash
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk says Victor Osimhen could return for their UEFA Champions League tie against Liverpool, offering a boost after his recent injury spell....
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Super Eagles Face Must-Win Clash Against South Africa in Bloemfontein
Nigeria’s Super Eagles face a do-or-die World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein today. Sitting third in Group C, the Eagles must win to revive hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup, with players Samuel Chukwueze and Stanley Nwabali expressing confidence in victory despite daunting odds....
Nottingham Forest Sack Nuno Espirito Santo Despite Historic Success
By Uchenna Oluchi Eze Nottingham Forest Sack Nuno Espirito Santo Despite Historic Success Nottingham Forest have dismissed head coach Nuno Espirito Santo after 21 months,......
Mbappé equals Thierry Henry with 51 France goals in win over Ukraine
Kylian Mbappé scored his 51st goal for France in a 2–0 World Cup qualifying victory over Ukraine, equalling Thierry Henry’s international tally at just 26. The Real Madrid forward is now six shy of Olivier Giroud’s record 57 goals. Mbappé’s late solo strike sealed the win after Michael Olise’s early opener in Paris...
Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 140 international goals as Portugal thrash Armenia.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal thrashed Armenia 5–0 in Yerevan to start their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign in style. The 39-year-old extended his international tally to 140 goals, while João Félix netted a brace and João Cancelo also struck. The win moves Portugal top of Group F, reinforcing their Nations League-winning momentum....
Troost-Ekong hails Benjamin Fredrick after calm debut in Super Eagles’ win over Rwanda
Nigeria’s 1–0 win over Rwanda delivered a breakout moment for 19-year-old defender Benjamin Fredrick, with veteran William Troost-Ekong calling his display “amazing.” The Brentford loanee, making his first competitive start, helped Stanley Nwabali secure a clean sheet in Uyo. The performance has ignited debate over whether he should keep his place for the South Africa clash...
Osimhen ruled out vs South Africa.
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...
Rwanda coach Amrouche: Super Eagles were lucky in Uyo as Ntwari shines in narrow defeat
IDNN Sports Desk Super Eagles were lucky in Uyo as Ntwari shines in narrow defeat Rwanda head coach Adel Amrouche cut a frustrated figure after......
Super Eagles edge Rwanda as Osimhen injury clouds build-up to Bafana showdown
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...
Super Eagles Hit Full Strength Ahead of Rwanda, South Africa World Cup Qualifiers
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have reached full strength as all 23 invited players trained in Uyo on Wednesday, ahead of must-win 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. Pressure mounts with Nigeria fourth in Group C....