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Nigeria vs Argentina: Flying Eagles set for fierce U20 World Cup decider in Chile

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will renew their long-standing rivalry with Argentina when both sides meet on Wednesday in the Round of 16 of...

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‘It is time for Africa’: Tinubu calls for 2030 Commonwealth Games in Nigeria

Nigeria has formally submitted Abuja as its candidate city to host the centenary 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Lagos also earmarked to stage...

South Africa Football Association (SAFA) break silence on FIFA investigation into the eligibility of Bafana Bafana midfielder Teboho Mokoena.

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World Cup Qualifiers

SAFA responds to FIFA case on Bafana Bafana midfielder Mokoena

South Africa Football Association (SAFA) chief executive Lydia Monyepao says Bafana Bafana remain focused on qualifying for the 2026 World Cup despite...

After heated qualifiers, FIFA appointment of South African referees adds fresh tension before Nigeria vs Gabon clash

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World Cup Qualifiers

FIFA opens case against South Africa over Mokoena eligibility

FIFA has launched disciplinary proceedings against the South African Football Association (SAFA) and midfielder Teboho Mokoena for fielding an ineligible player in...

Nigeria’s 15-athlete squad leans on Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume as the 2025 World Championships begin in Tokyo.

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Athletics

Nigeria bank on Amusan and Brume for medals in World Athletics Championships

The 2025 World Athletics Championships begin on Saturday at the Tokyo National Stadium, with Nigeria sending a lean squad of 15 athletes...

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle urges focus and aggression as Nigeria face Lesotho in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier

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Super Eagles

“A lot can happen” – Super Eagles gaffer Chelle keeps faith with World Cup hopes

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle says the Super Eagles can still reach the 2026 World Cup despite slipping to third place in...

Team Nigeria head to Tokyo for the 2025 World Athletics Championships, with Tobi Amusan, Ese Brume leading the team.

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Team Nigeria depart for World Athletics Championships in Tokyo

Nigeria’s contingent of athletes and officials will depart the country today (Tuesday) for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. The...