UYO IS ON FIRE! 20 Super Eagles Superstars Storm Camp as Chukwueze, Ndidi Lead Final Wave for AFCON 2027 Showdown!
The Super Eagles’ camp in Uyo is officially active, with 20 players in camp ahead of their opening AFCON 2027 qualifying fixtures against...
Bafana Bafana v Guinea: Date, kickoff time, how to watch and predicted XI
Bafana Bafana host Guinea this weekend in their first 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at the Orlando Amstel Arena.
Pitso Mosimane vows to revolutionise South Africa football by giving youngsters a chance
Pitso Mosimane says he wants to “revolutionise” South African football during his second spell as Bafana Bafana coach by giving more young players...
Bafana Bafana’s ‘so-so’ record against Guinea
Bafana Bafana face an opponent in Guinea who have proved difficult to overcome in their three previous meetings.
AFCON 2027Q: 20 players arrive Super Eagles Ikot Ekpene camp
Twenty players are now in the Super Eagles’ camp in Ikot Ekpene ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and...
AFCON 2027Q: 20 Players Arrive Super Eagles Camp for Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau Games
Twenty players have arrived at the Super Eagles’ camp in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Who Replaces Osimhen? Nigeria’s Best Attack Options Against Madagascar & Guinea-Bissau
Nigeria’s Super Eagles face an important challenge without star striker *Victor Osimhen. With Osimhen unavailable, the big question is: **who will...
Rangers defender Olwethu Makhanya earns Bafana Bafana call-up after impressive start
Olwethu Makhanya's strong early-season form for Rangers has earned him international recognition, with the 22-year-old named in Pitso Mosimane's...
Mosimane cites lack of playing time for Foster's Bafana Bafana omission
Pitso Mosimane says Lyle Foster's lack of regular football was the reason the striker was left out of his first Bafana Bafana squad since returning...
Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane reveals why Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates dominate squad - 'You have to respect that'
The South Africa national team coach has explained the thinking behind his latest squad selection, with the nation’s two biggest clubs heavily...
Guinea coach Pauli Duarte urged to end experimentation ahead of AFCON qualifiers
Guinea head coach Pauli Duarte has been urged to settle on his strongest team as the Syli National prepare to open their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations...
“The Balance Is Right” — Eguavoen Backs Chelle’s Blend of Youth and Experience in Super Eagles
Nigeria Football Federation Technical Director Augustine Eguavoen has backed Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle’s latest selection, praising the...
Manchester United eye Guinea striker Serhou Guirassy for January move
Manchester United are considering a move for Guinea striker Serhou Guirassy as they assess their attacking options ahead of the January transfer...
“Osimhen’s Absence Shouldn’t Be an Excuse” — Adepoju Backs Super Eagles Quality to Deliver Without Star Striker
Former Nigeria international Mutiu Adepoju believes the Super Eagles possess enough quality to overcome the absence of Victor Osimhen as they begin...
Arokodare Fitness Doubt Clouds Super Eagles’ AFCON Qualifiers
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has raised concerns over his fitness ahead of Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures...
Mosimane provides Maboe injury update
Bafana play Guinea in the first 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Orlando Stadium.
Bafana Bafana squad: Mosimane surprised by Sundowns and Pirates players
Pitso Mosimane has explained why Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates dominate the latest Bafana Bafana squad ahead of the Guinea clash.
Luther Singh earns Bafana Bafana recall after five-year absence
Luther Singh says he never gave up hope of returning to the South Africa squad after being recalled for the start of Pitso Mosimane's second spell...
Super Eagles’ Camp Open with First Training Session in Ikot-Ekpene
Duro Ikhazuagbe Super Eagles will officially kickoff their preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and...
Pitso Mosimane completes South Africa coaching staff before Guinea qualifier
South Africa head coach Pitso Mosimane has completed his technical staff ahead of Saturday's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against...
South Africa reunite for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers
South Africa's Bafana Bafana have assembled in Johannesburg ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Guinea and...
Manchester United consider January move for Guinea striker Serhou Guirassy
Manchester United are reportedly considering a January move for Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy after the Guinea international's...
Arokodare reveals fitness concern ahead of Nigeria qualifiers
Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has admitted he is not yet fully fit as he joins Nigeria's squad ahead of their crucial 2027 Africa Cup of...
AFCON 2027 qualifier: Chelle, backroom staff in Ikot-Ekpene as Super Eagles begin training
Super Eagles camp has opened in Uyo ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau with head...
Manchester United consider Serhou Guirassy as attacking rebuild continues
Manchester United are assessing a move for Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy as they look at alternatives to long-standing target Benjamin...
Egypt U18 handball team reach African final after Morocco rout
Egypt's under-18 handball team reached the final of the African Nations Championship in Abidjan after beating Morocco 44-12. The result extended...
Nigeria open Uyo camp as Eric Chelle begins Africa Cup of Nations 2027 preparations
The Nigeria national team have opened their training camp in Uyo ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying matches against Madagascar...
Mosimane urges caution over Maboe ankle injury ahead of Bafana qualifiers
Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane says Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Lebohang Maboe will not be rushed back after suffering an ankle injury in the...
Pitso Mosimane impressed by ‘humility' in returning Bafana Bafana squad
Pitso Mosimane says he has been encouraged by the humility and determination shown by the Bafana Bafana players in his first training camp since...
Super Eagles open camp in Uyo ahead of AFCON qualifiers
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have opened camp in Uyo ahead of their opening two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and...
The Growing Link Between Football Fandom and Online Gaming
Eric Chelle named his squad on Thursday and most of the country read it on a phone before any television station had it. Twenty-four players for...
Pitso Mosimane appoints Marcus Mashilo as Bafana Bafana goalkeeper coach
Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has confirmed Marcus Mashilo as the national team's goalkeeper coach, completing his technical staff before the...
Mosimane names Mashilo as final addition to Bafana Bafana coaching staff
Pitso Mosimane says Bafana Bafana's technical team is complete after appointing Marcus Mashilo as goalkeeper coach ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of...
Manchester United explore move for Guinea and Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy
Manchester United are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy as part of plans to strengthen and...
“We Want to Win Both Games” — Lookman Sets Six-Point Target as Super Eagles Begin AFCON 2027 Race
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has set Nigeria a clear target ahead of the start of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers — victories...
AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Football fans mobilise for Super Eagles against Madagascar, Guinea Bissau
The Football Fans Club of Nigeria (FFCN) has raised the tempo of its mobilisation ahead of the Super Eagles’ opening matches of the 2027 Africa...
AFCONQ 2027: ‘I Still Feel Weak’ –Arokodare Casts Doubt on Fitness
Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has disclosed that he is not yet at 100% fitness as he links up with the national team ahead of their crucial...
2027 AFCON Qualifiers: Super Eagles Open Camp For Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau Ties
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have opened camp in Uyo ahead of their opening two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and...
Awoniyi Replaces Injured Osimhen in Chelle’s Squad for Madagascar
Duro Ikhazuagbe Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has replaced injured Victor Osimhen with Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi ahead of the...
Guinea qualify for U17 Africa Cup of Nations despite age-test allegations
Guinea have become the third team to qualify for next year's U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after defeating Liberia 2-0 in the third-place...
2027 AFCON qualifiers: Awoniyi in, Osimhen out
Super Eagles gaffer Eric Chelle has confirmed that the Coventry City striker would replace Victor Osimhen for the matches against Madagascar and...
Guinea secure U17 Africa Cup of Nations place with victory over Liberia
Guinea earned third place at the UFOA A U17 tournament and secured qualification for the next Africa Cup of Nations U17 with a controlled 2-0 win...
AFCON 2027 : Awoniyi replaces Osimhen in Super Eagles squad for Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau
The Super Eagles are expected to begin their training camp in Uyo on Monday ahead of the qualifiers.
Taiwo Awoniyi recalled as Nigeria replace injured Victor Osimhen
Taiwo Awoniyi has been recalled to the Nigeria squad to replace Victor Osimhen for the Super Eagles’ upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers...
Awoniyi replaces injured Osimhen in Nigeria squad
Taiwo Awoniyi has been added to Nigeria’s squad for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea Bissau after Victor...
AFCON 2027Q: Awoniyi Replaces Injured Osimhen In Super Eagles Squad
Taiwo Awoniyi has been called up to replace the injured Victor Osimhen in Nigeria’s squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against...
Major boost: Taiwo Awoniyi replaces injured Victor Osimhen for AFCON qualifiers
Coventry City striker recalled after Osimhen’s recovery takes longer than expected Taiwo Awoniyi has been called into Nigeria’s squad to replace...
AFCONQ 2027: I’m Ready To Help Super Eagles –Arokodare
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has expressed fierce determination to give his absolute best and help Nigeria secure qualification for the 2027...
Osimhen's replacement: Eric Chelle makes late change to Super Eagles squad for Afconq
Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has extended an invitation to Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi as a replacement for Galatasaray striker Victor...
AFCON 2027Q: Awoniyi replaces Osimhen in Super Eagles’ squad for Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau
Taiwo Awoniyi has replaced injured Victor Osimhen in Nigeria’s squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and...
2027 AFCONQ: Awoniyi Replaces Injured Osimhen Ahead Of Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau Games
Taiwo Awoniyi has replaced the injured Victor Osimhen ahead of Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ 2027 African Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar...
Nigeria suffer Osimhen blow ahead of Madagascar and Guinea Bissau AFCON games
Former African Player of the Year Victor Osimhen will miss Nigeria's opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and...
Super Eagles Hit By Osimhen Injury Blow Ahead Of AFCON Qualifier
The Nigeria Football Federation has reversed its decision to include Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen in the squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa...
Mosimane leaves Foster out of first Bafana Bafana squad since return
Pitso Mosimane says Lyle Foster's lack of regular first-team football was the reason for leaving the striker out of his first Bafana Bafana squad...
Guinea U17 v Liberia U17: how to watch the WAFU A third-place play-off for free
The Guinea U17 and Liberia U17 teams meet in the WAFU A U17 third-place play-off on Sunday, 20 September 2026, with the match taking place at Stade...
Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria’s AFCON qualifiers over groin injury
SUPER Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and...
Cardoso offers support to Mosimane as Sundowns players join Bafana Bafana
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has offered his support to new Bafana Bafana manager Pitso Mosimane, insisting players should be regarded as...
Mosimane begins second Bafana Bafana spell with World Cup ambition
Pitso Mosimane returns as South Africa manager with immediate results and a return to the top of African football as his targets. The 61-year-old...
Guinea and Liberia battle for final U17 Africa Cup of Nations place
Guinea and Liberia will meet in the third-place play-off of the UFOA A U17 tournament on Sunday, 20 September 2026, with a place at the next Africa...
Nigeria lose Victor Osimhen for Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau AFCON 2027 qualifiers
Nigeria will be without star striker Victor Osimhen for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and...
Poggenpoel urged to embrace Bafana Bafana chance by uncle Shane
Former Cape Town Spurs midfielder Shane Poggenpoel has told his nephew Brooklyn to enjoy the experience after earning a place in Pitso Mosimane's...
Why Victor Osimhen pulled out of Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 qualifiers squad
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen will miss Nigeria's opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches and will not leave Turkey for Uyo,...
AFCON 2027Q: Eagles Ready For Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau – Lookman
Ademola Lookman says the Super Eagles are determined to start their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on a positive note. Eric...
AFCON 2027Q: Osimhen ruled out of Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau games
The Super Eagles have confirmed Victor Osimhen will miss the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and...
2027 AFCONQ: Osimhen Ruled Out Of Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau Games Through Injury
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against...
Victor Osimhen Set to Miss Nigeria’s Upcoming AFCON 2027 Qualifiers
Nigeria have suffered an injury setback ahead of their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Victor Osimhen expected to miss the...
AFCON Qualifiers Blow: Osimhen Set to Miss Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau Games as Injury Recovery Drags On
Nigeria have been dealt a major injury blow ahead of their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Victor Osimhen set to miss the...
Confirmed: Galatasaray striker Osimhen ruled out of Nigeria's Afconq against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau
Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen is set to miss Nigeria’s opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches after failing to recover in time...
Egypt Under-18s reach African handball semi-finals against Morocco
Egypt's men's Under-18 handball team reached the semi-finals of the African Nations Championship after beating Nigeria 55-21 in Abidjan, Ivory...
Ilaix Moriba scores first goal of the season in Celta Vigo rout
Ilaix Moriba opened his account for the 2026/27 campaign as Celta Vigo beat Racing Santander 5-0 in the seventh round of Liga on Saturday. The...
DR Congo face closed-doors home match in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying
DR Congo are expected to play their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifier against Equatorial Guinea behind closed doors at the Stade des Martyrs in...
6 Key Facts About Super Eagles’ Previous AFCON Qualifying Games With Madagascar & Guinea-Bissau
Nigeria’s Super Eagles open their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign this week with a double-header against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau in Group L....
'Delight but a blow' - Matt Taylor on Vincent Harper and Ed James' international call-ups
Harper has been called up by Kenya for their AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Eritrea and Guinea while James has been called up by Wales U21 for their...
Lookman Sets Target For Super Eagles In AFCON 2027 Qualifiers
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman says Nigeria must aim to win both of their opening matches in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Lebone Seema backed to become ‘the future of South Africa' after Bafana Bafana call-up
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has described defender Lebone Seema as “the future of South Africa” after the 23-year-old received his...
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Can Madagascar, Tanzania, Guinea-Bissau Pose Threats To Super Eagles?
The road to AFCON 2027 is set, and the Super Eagles know the teams standing in their way. Nigeria have been drawn alongside Madagascar, Tanzania...
AFCON 2027Q: Lookman Declares Super Eagles Ready For Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman says the team is determined to make a strong start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign....
AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles ready for Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau – Lookman
Ademola Lookman says the Super Eagles are determined to start their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on a positive note. Eric...
Lookman reveals Super Eagles’ target against Madagascar & Guinea-Bissau
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has set a clear objective for the Super Eagles ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against...
Key Super Eagles star out of Madagascar, Guinea Bissau AFCON 2027 qualifier clash
The Super Eagles dropped Unity Cup hero Femi Azeez because he has yet to recover from a hamstring injury. It was understood that Femi Azeez [...]
Key Super Eagles star,out of Madagascar, Guinea Bissau AFCON 2027 qualifier clash
The Super Eagles dropped Unity Cup hero Femi Azeez because he has yet to recover from a hamstring injury. It was understood that Femi Azeez [...]
Alverca Celebrate James’ First Nigeria Call-Up Ahead Of 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
Portuguese club Alverca have expressed pride after defender Isaac James received his first invitation to represent Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the...
Osimhen: NFF rejects Galatasaray’s request
The Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, has rejected Galatasaray’s request regarding striker, Victor Osimhen. Galatasaray had requested the NFF to...
Junior Khanye questions Zwane and Mbuthuma's Bafana Bafana call-ups
Junior Khanye has questioned the inclusion of Themba Zwane and Yanela Mbuthuma in Pitso Mosimane's 30-man Bafana Bafana squad. The pair have been...
Nigeria: AFCON 2027 Qualifiers - Chelle Names Osimhen, Ndidi, Lookman, Iwobi in 24-Man Squad
[Leadership] Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has named a 24-man squad for Nigeria's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against...
Galatasaray confirm Osimhen is still on the mend despite inclusion in latest Nigeria squad
Super Lig champions Galatasaray have confirmed that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is not fully fit despite being named in Nigeria’s squad for...
DR Congo coach Desabre sets AFCON qualification as next target
DR Congo coach Sébastien Desabre says his side must show they have changed their status when they begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying...
Real reason Chelle omitted Alhassan Yusuf from 2027 AFCON qualifiers squad
Super Eagles midfielder Alhassan Yusuf will miss Nigeria’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau...
Thapelo Morena relishing Bafana Bafana return for Afcon qualifiers
Mamelodi Sundowns utility player Thapelo Morena says he is delighted to be back in the Bafana Bafana squad for the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers...
Osimhen and Iwobi headline Nigeria squad as Ilenikhena gets maiden call up
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has named a 24-man squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Madagascar and...