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Super Eagles Fight Back to Beat Madagascar 2-1 in AFCON 2027 Qualifying Opener

September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have opened their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Friday. The result earned Nigeria three points from their opening Group L fixture after the visitors took an early lead and put…

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Maduka Okoye Arrives Super Eagles Camp as Nigeria Gear Up for Madagascar AFCON Clash

September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has finally joined Nigeria’s camp in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, ahead of the team’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against Madagascar on Friday. His arrival completes the 24-man squad assembled by head coach Éric Chelle for the qualifiers. The Nigeria national team confirmed Okoye’s arrival on Friday…

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Super Eagles: Chelle Unveils 13 New Faces as Nigeria Expands Senior Team Options

September 22, 2026September 22, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has handed first senior invitations to 13 players as Nigeria continues to widen its pool of options ahead of a busy international schedule. The new invitees cut across defence, midfield, goalkeeping and attack, with most currently playing their club football in Europe and the Middle East. The development comes…

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Ibrahim Gusau, NFF Board Members Resign as Nigerian Football Crisis Deepens

August 27, 2026August 27, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s football administration has been thrown into fresh turmoil following reports that Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, and several members of the federation’s Executive Committee have resigned from their positions. The reported resignations came amid mounting pressure on the NFF leadership over a string of setbacks affecting Nigerian football. Multiple Nigerian media…

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NFF Reschedules 2026 Elective Congress, Sets September 27 for Lafia Poll

July 30, 2026July 30, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has rescheduled its 2026 Elective Congress by 24 hours, with the election now fixed for Sunday, September 27, in Lafia, Nasarawa State. The exercise was originally scheduled for Saturday, September 26, but the federation approved the change following concerns over a clash with the Super Eagles’ opening qualifying fixture for…

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Ronaldo Set for Historic First-Ever Clash Against Nigeria as Portugal Host Super Eagles in Friendly

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo is poised to face Nigeria’s Super Eagles for the first time in his illustrious career when Portugal take on the three-time African champions in an international friendly on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. The highly anticipated encounter will be played at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria, Portugal, and serves as…

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Francis Uzoho Named New First‑Choice Goalkeeper for Super Eagles as Stanley Nwabali Remains Inactive

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026 Rextun boss No Comments

In a significant decision ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming international fixtures, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has appointed Francis Uzoho as the new first‑choice goalkeeper for the senior national team. The move comes as Stanley Nwabali, who has long been Nigeria’s number one goalkeeper, remains inactive at club level following the termination of his contract…

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Two Days to Playoffs, Super Eagles Boycott Training Over Unpaid Bonuses

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, have boycotted training just two days before their crucial World Cup playoff clash, protesting against unpaid bonuses and allowances owed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The 24-man squad and technical crew reportedly refused to show up for Tuesday’s training session in Rabat, Morocco, where they are camped…

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Osimhen Shines Again as CAF Names Him Among Top 10 for 2025 Award

October 22, 2025October 22, 2025 Rextun boss No Comments

Nigeria’s football sensation, Victor Osimhen, has once again earned continental recognition after being shortlisted for the prestigious 2025 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), confirming the Super Eagles striker’s place among the ten finest footballers across the continent. Osimhen’s inclusion in…

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2026 FIFA WCQ: Super Eagles’ Preparations To Commence In Kigali

February 8, 2025February 8, 2025 Rextun boss No Comments

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will commence preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on March 16th in Kigali, Rwandan. A top official from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) disclosed to Guardian that the invited players will converge in Kigali ahead of the crucial fixture. “As we did during the match against…

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Ibadan is truly a hidden gem with so much to offer. From the serene Agodi Gardens to the breathtaking views…