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Meet the 3 new faces in Super Falcons’ WAFCON Qualifiers squad

Meet the 3 new faces in Super Falcons’ WAFCON Qualifiers squad

The Nigerian women's national football team, the Super Falcons, have always been a force to reckon with in African women's football. With numerous continental titles to their name, they consistently aim to maintain their dominance. As...
NFF announces Super Falcons squad for 2024 Women’s AFCON Qualifications

NFF announces Super Falcons squad for 2024 Women’s AFCON Qualifications

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially unveiled Super Falcons' 24-woman squad that will represent the nation in the upcoming 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations first-round qualifying games against Sao Tome and Principe. This...
Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana await pot 2 fate in exciting AFCON draw

Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana await pot 2 fate in exciting AFCON draw

The anticipation is building as Africa's premier football tournament, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), draws closer to its 2023 edition hosted by Cote d'Ivoire. With the qualifiers now concluded, the focus shifts to the...
Can you guess the team with the most goals in AFCON history?

Can you guess the team with the most goals in AFCON history?

In the illustrious history of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), where footballing giants from across the continent collide in pursuit of glory, one question looms large: Who holds the title for the team...
Harambee Stars top goal scorers in history – the top 5

Harambee Stars top goal scorers in history – the top 5

Discover the legendary goal-scorers of the Harambee Stars! Unearth the top 5 leading goal-scorers in the history of Kenya's national football team and their incredible feats in this riveting compilation. In the colorful tapestry of...
2023 AFCON Qualifiers top goal-scorers

2023 AFCON Qualifiers top goal-scorers

In September 2023, the last goals of the AFCON 2023 qualifiers were scored and Nigeria’s star boy, Victor Osimhen, finished at the pinnacle of the 2023 AFCON qualifiers top goal-scorers list. On 14 January, Osimhen...
Super Eagles vs São Tomé and Príncipe lineups, 3 predictions – AFCON Qualifier

Super Eagles vs São Tomé and Príncipe lineups, 3 predictions – AFCON Qualifier

All eyes will be at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium as the Super Eagles of Nigeria lock horns with Sao Tome and Príncipe in Group A AFCON qualifiers match on Sunday evening. Kick-off is...
Where to watch Super Eagles vs São Tomé and Príncipe AFCON qualifier

Where to watch Super Eagles vs São Tomé and Príncipe AFCON qualifier

Nigeria’s senior national team, the Super Eagles, will host Sao Tome and Principe on Sunday, 10 September. Kick-off time is 17:00 BST. The match is the final game of the 2023 AFCON qualifiers for the...
Three teams with more points than the Super Eagles in the AFCON Qualifiers

Three teams with more points than the Super Eagles in the AFCON Qualifiers

It's the first international break of the season and the Super Eagles are set to play in their last round of AFCON qualifiers against Sao Tome and Principe on Sunday, 10 September.  Already, the Super...
Where to watch Black Stars vs Central African Republic AFCON Qualifier

Where to watch Black Stars vs Central African Republic AFCON Qualifier

The Ghana national senior team, otherwise known as the Black Stars, will square off against Central African Republic on Thursday, 7 September. Kick-off time is 17:00 BST. The clash will be the last match of...
Fascinating facts about Nigeria Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro

Fascinating facts about Nigeria Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro

As the countdown to the AFCON (Africa Cup of Nations) finals intensifies, all eyes are on José Peseiro, the head coach of the Nigeria Super Eagles. Peseiro steps into the limelight, entrusted with the responsibility...
Super Falcons fixtures 2023 – Full list

Super Falcons fixtures 2023 – Full list

After a triumphant Women's World Cup campaign that saw them advance to the knockout stages and secure a commendable 10th place in the FIFA rankings of the best national teams, the Super Falcons are...
WAFCON qualifying: Super Falcons, Black Queens discover opponents

WAFCON qualifying: Super Falcons, Black Queens discover opponents

The qualifying draw for the Total Energies Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) was held on Wednesday 5th July. The tournament kicks off in Morocco next year, and will feature 12 teams. Including the...
Should the NFF Hand Jose Peseiro a New Contract?

Should the NFF Hand Jose Peseiro a New Contract?

On Sunday evening, the Super Eagles of Nigeria secured qualification for Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 in Ivory Coast next year after coming away with a 3-2 victory over Sierra Leone. Victor Osimhen put...
Burundi vs Namibia Player Ratings: Hussein Shabani Stars for the Swallows

Burundi vs Namibia Player Ratings: Hussein Shabani Stars for the Swallows

Burundi got their first victory at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying rounds vs Namibia courtesy of some stellar performances by their key players. In this article, we'll take a look at the...
Burundi Stay Alive in AFCON 2023 Race With Namibia Win

Burundi Stay Alive in AFCON 2023 Race With Namibia Win

Burundi managed to get their African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign back on track with an impressive 3-2 victory over Namibia on Tuesday. This was a much-needed win considering the Swallows are scheduled...
Five Things We Learnt From Super Eagles’ Victory over Sierra Leone

Five Things We Learnt From Super Eagles’ Victory over Sierra Leone

The Nigeria national football team, the Super Eagles, have officially booked their ticket to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations which will be held in the West African nation of Ivory Coast from 13...
Burundi vs Namibia Match Prediction: AFCON Qualifiers

Burundi vs Namibia Match Prediction: AFCON Qualifiers

All eyes will be on the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium as Burundi and Namibia go toe-to-toe with each other in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers on Tuesday afternoon. Which of these teams...
Iheanacho Rescues the Super Eagles in Injury Time to Book AFCON 2023 Spot

Iheanacho Rescues the Super Eagles in Injury Time to Book AFCON 2023 Spot

Nigerian fans can breathe easy as the Nigeria national football team, the Super Eagles, have sealed their ticket to the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 tournament after defeating Sierra Leone on Sunday. The match,...
Sierra Leone Coach Not Afraid of Mighty Super Eagles Challenge

Sierra Leone Coach Not Afraid of Mighty Super Eagles Challenge

Sierra Leone head coach, John Keister has encouraged his team to push for victory in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 qualifiers fixture against the Super Eagles. His words of encouragement towards his...
Ahmed Musa Warns Super Eagles Teammates Ahead of Sierra Leone Clash

Ahmed Musa Warns Super Eagles Teammates Ahead of Sierra Leone Clash

Nigeria national football team captain Ahmed Musa has sounded a note of warning to his teammates ahead of their crunch AFCON qualifiers 2023 fixtures match with Sierra Leone. The José Peseiro-led Super Eagles have all...
Peseiro Has No Sympathy for Moffi’s AFCON Qualifier Exclusion

Peseiro Has No Sympathy for Moffi’s AFCON Qualifier Exclusion

Nigeria national football team manager José Peseiro has stood his ground on the exclusion of OGC Nice striker Terem Moffi from the Super Eagles squad that will take on Sierra Leone in their upcoming...
Semi Ajayi Reveals Premier League Disappointment, Turns Focus to AFCON

Semi Ajayi Reveals Premier League Disappointment, Turns Focus to AFCON

Nigeria national football team defender Semi Ajayi has bared his feelings about his side, West Bromwich Albion's failure to gain a promotion ticket back to the Premier League ahead of next season. Ajayi, who has...
Referee Mahmood Ismail to Take Charge of Super Eagles Clash Against Sierra Leone

Referee Mahmood Ismail to Take Charge of Super Eagles Clash Against Sierra Leone

Nigeria national football team fans have found out the name of the referee that will be officiating the game between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone on Sunday...
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Form Coming into the Qualifiers

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Form Coming into the Qualifiers

Another matchday in the AFCON 2023 qualifiers fixtures is upon us and the Nigeria national football team, the Super Eagles, will be up against the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone. https://twitter.com/SSE_NGA/status/1668555677940187136 A win will see Nigeria...
“Super Eagles Call-up is a Big Deal,” EPL Star Ahead of Sierra Leone Clash

“Super Eagles Call-up is a Big Deal,” EPL Star Ahead of Sierra Leone Clash

Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has spoken ahead of the AFCON 2023 qualifiers fixtures match between the Nigeria national football team and the Sierra Leone national football team. Awoniyi, who is returning to the Super...
The Super Eagles Squad for the AFCON 2023 Qualifiers

The Super Eagles Squad for the AFCON 2023 Qualifiers

Super Eagles coach José Santos Peseiro has handpicked a formidable roster of players, including some notable stars, to secure victory in their upcoming AFCON qualification game. https://twitter.com/thenff/status/1667108966785064960?s=20 The Nigerian national team is set to face off...

Gernot Rohr Reacts To CAF’s AFCON 2021 Postponement

Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has backed the Confederation of African Football’s decision to postpone the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. CAF, during its executive committee meeting on Tuesday, resolved that the continental showpiece...
FIFA Reschedule Super Eagles Vs Lesotho 2021 AFCON Qualifier

FIFA Reschedule Super Eagles Vs Lesotho 2021 AFCON Qualifier

FIFA have postponed international matches in September in Africa, Asia, Oceania and North America which will invariably means that the Super Eagles 2021 AFCON qualifier reverse game against Lesotho is called off. The Super Eagles...
CAF Confirm AFCON 2021 Postponement Imminent

CAF Confirm AFCON 2021 Postponement Imminent

Acting Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Abdelmounaïm Bah has mentioned again the possibility of 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to be postponed. Bah refused to rule out the chances of...
Iheanacho Reacts As Leicester Advance To FA Cup Quarter-Final

Iheanacho Reacts As Leicester Advance To FA Cup Quarter-Final

Super Eagles invitee, Kelechi Iheanacho has expressed his delight following Leicester City progress to the FA Cup quarter-final on Wednesday. The Foxes handed a 1-0 defeat to Birmingham City in the fifth round of the competition...
‘Can’t Wait To Wear The Green & White Jersey And Meet The Team’ – Dessers

‘Can’t Wait To Wear The Green & White Jersey And Meet The Team’ –...

Gernot Rohr has named his 24 man squad for Super Eagles Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Leone Stars of Sierra Leone and Heracles Almelo striker Cyriel Dessers was included. Following the news that...
Rohr Releases Super Eagles List For Leone Stars

Rohr Releases Super Eagles List For Leone Stars

Technical Adviser Gernot Rohr has listed team captain Ahmed Musa, vice-captain William Ekong and veteran defender Kenneth Omeruo in his 24-man Super Eagles’ roster for the quick-double 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture...