The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) has announced the schedule for the first two of the remaining six 2026 World Cup qualifying matches for the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The Super Eagles are set to face Rwanda in an away match on March 17, followed by a home game against Zimbabwe on March 24. This … Read more
Pamodzi Sports Marketing, a leader in sports marketing, sponsorship, hospitality and rights acquisition business with operations in Nigeria, has called on Nigerians to support the Super Eagles and the technical crew led by new Head Coach, Eric Chelle, ahead of the resumption of the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in March. Chelle was … Read more
Zimbabwe coach Michael Nees has disclosed that the Super Eagles potential far exceeds their current position in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Recall that Nigeria will face Zimbabwe a few days after battling Rwanda when the qualifiers resume in March. The last time both teams met, the game ended 1-1. … Read more
Newly appointed Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has conveyed his ambitious vision to elevate Nigeria to the forefront of global football, with the immediate goal of securing a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Eric Chelle was officially unveiled at a ceremony held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on Monday, January … Read more
Benedict Akwuegbu has asserted that Eric Sekou Chelle’s performance will determine whether the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) made the right decision in appointing him Super Eagles Head Coach, Completesports.com reports. Chelle was unveiled today – Monday, January 13 in Abuja – following his appointment by the NFF last week.Benedict Akwuegbu The 47-year-old Malian replaces Finidi … Read more
Everyone is expecting my comment on the recent engagement of a foreign coach for the country’s national football team, the Super Eagles. I am sorry that I am going to disappoint those expecting me to criticize or praise the appointment. I am numb! Like every other Nigerian, I knew a search was on for a … Read more
Jo Bonfrère, the Dutch-born coach who guided Nigeria’s U-23 Dream Team to victory at the 1996 Olympic Games men’s football event with a 3-2 win over Argentina in the final, has declared that the Super Eagles’ qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals depends on the players, not the coach, Completesports.com reports. Jo Bonfrere … Read more
Ifeanyi Udeze recognizes the potential in Eric Chelle but highlights that former interim coach Augustine Eguavoen has a more established track record in this role. He suggested that while Chelle may bring fresh perspectives to the team, his recent experience as the head coach of Mali, where he was sacked after a challenging World Cup … Read more
Gusau’s confidence comes despite the team’s challenging start in the qualification series, where they currently find themselves positioned fifth in Group C. The Super Eagles’ performance has been disappointing so far, having played four matches that resulted in three draws and one defeat. Their recent record has sparked concern among football administrators, fans, and enthusiasts … Read more