NSC Chairman: FIFA yet to communicate about our petition against DRC, but we’re confident
Shehu Dikko says FIFA has not yet ruled on Nigeria’s petition against DR Congo but insists the country has a […]
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FULL LIST: Chelle requests $130,000 monthly, 24 hours uninterrupted power supply, 17 other conditions to extend S’Eagles contract – Report
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has reportedly submitted a 19-point list of conditions to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as part of negotiations for a contract extension.
UCL: Lookman, Onyedika score as Atletico Madrid draw Club Brugge 3-3
Atletico Madrid twice let the lead slip in a 3-3 Champions League play-off first-leg draw at Club Brugge on Wednesday.
Shake up looms as NFF prepares to hire new national team coaches
The Nigeria Football Federation is set to review coaching appointments for its youth national teams, while retaining Eric Chelle as head coach of the Super Eagles.
‘Napoli treated me like a dog; I had to leave’ – Osimhen
Victor Osimhen says Napoli’s TikTok mockery and alleged broken promises led to his departure, claiming he was mistreated and subjected to racist insults by the club.
W’Cup: Suspense in Nigeria as FIFA delays verdict on DR Congo petition
Nigeria remains in suspense as FIFA delays its decision on the NFF’s petition challenging DR Congo’s eligibility in the 2026
NFF clarifies no FIFA verdict yet on Nigeria-DR Congo eligibility dispute
The NFF clarified that FIFA has not yet ruled on Nigeria’s protest over alleged ineligible DR Congo players, warning that reports of a decision are false and misleading.
Read full judgement as FIFA rules on the case between super eagles of Nigeria and DR Congo
FIFA ruled that DR Congo fielded an ineligible player in the 2026 World Cup playoff, forfeited the match 3–0 in favor of Nigeria, and awarded the Super Eagles qualification while granting DR Congo the right to appeal.
Nigerian sprinter Favour Ashe switches from Nigeria to represent Qatar
Favour Ashe, Nigeria’s seventh fastest man with a 9.94s personal best, has transferred allegiance to Qatar citing poor treatment and inadequate facilities, pending approval from World Athletics and a required three-year eligibility wait.
CAF plans to expand AFCON to 28 teams
CAF plans to expand AFCON to 28 teams and introduce the African Nations League in 2029, boosting participation and revenue for African football.