ZIFA explains Maswanhise, Lunga absence for Warriors clash against Lesotho
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has explained the absence of defender Divine Lunga and forward Tawanda Maswanhise from the Warriors squad...
Revealed : Why Tawanda Maswanhise and Divine Lunga missed Lesotho clash
The Zimbabwe Football Association has confirmed the absence of Warriors players Tawanda Maswanhise and Divine Lunga. The duo will not be available...
Live: 2026 FIFA WCQs – Lesotho vs Zimbabwe
Follow our live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Group C game between Lesotho vs Zimbabwe. First Half. Lesotho vs Zimbabwe 1′...
‘Don’t Drop Him’ – Sam Elijah Defends Nwabali After Lesotho Mistake
Former Nigeria international Sam Elijah has asked fans and coaches to forgive Stanley Nwabali after the goalkeeper made a mistake in Nigeria’s...
Brown Ideye: Nigeria Still Searching for the Right Partner for Osimhen
Former Nigeria striker Brown Ideye says the Super Eagles have not yet found the perfect strike partner for star forward Victor Osimhen. Nigeria...
Michael Nees makes late change to Warriors squad ahead of Lesotho clash
Warriors coach Michael Nees has made a late adjustment to his squad for Monday evening’s match against Lesotho. The German gaffer has called up...
Brown Ideye Urges Chelle to Solve Strike Partnership Puzzle
Former Super Eagles striker, Brown Ideye has called on head coach Eric Chelle to urgently address the team’s attacking woes as they prepare for a...
Chelle Backs ‘Floundering’ Stanley Nwabali Ahead of Benin Clash
Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali found himself at the center of a storm after a costly error in Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over...
Why My Players Cried After Defeat To Super Eagles – Coach Of Lesotho Explains
“Yes, we wanted it more,” said Notsi. “And this was a game whereby we said look, we need to go out there enjoy the game, dig deep because we knew...
He Can Play Anywhere – Super Eagles Coach Praise New Defender After Performance Against Lesotho
Coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Eric Chelle says new defender Benjamin Fredrick has shown with his performance against Lesotho in the...
How Super Eagles Can Qualify For 2026 World Cup Against Benin In Uyo
The Super Eagles’ 2-1 victory over Lesotho in Polokwane, South Africa, on Friday may have kept their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World...
Warriors coach Michael Nees explains significance of Lesotho clash despite being a dead rubber
Warriors coach Michael Nees has highlighted the importance of Zimbabwe’s final 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Group C match against Lesotho on...
2026 WCQ: ‘Only senior players can do that’ – Akpeyi singles out Troost-Ekong
Former Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi, has singled out Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong for praise following Nigeria’s 2-1 win...
2026 WCQ: ‘Imagine that ball went in’ – Brown Ideye on Nwabali’s errors against Lesotho
Former Super Eagles attacker, Brown Ideye has lamented some costly mistakes by goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali in Nigeria’s 2-1 win against Lesotho on...
Lesotho vs Zimbabwe: Preview, TV info, Team news, Head to head & more
Zimbabwe will face Lesotho in their final 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Group C match on Monday. The Crocodiles of Lesotho will host the game at a...
'Eric Chelle shouldn't drop him' - Retired Nigeria international defends Nwabali after Lesotho errors
Retired Nigeria international midfielder Sam Elijah has urged Nigeria’s coaching crew led by Eric Chelle not to drop goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali...
Former West Brom forward applauds Chelle's decision to play with two strikers but calls for more urgency
Former West Brom forward Brown Ideye has praised the tactical decision of Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle to deploy two natural strikers in the...
'Step up' - Troost-Ekong sends rallying cry to Super Eagles teammates before must-win Benin clash
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has urged his teammates to raise their performance level as Nigeria prepare for their decisive 2026 FIFA...
How Nigeria’s Super Eagles Got Into Another World Cup Qualification Crisis
October 13, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s Super Eagles stand on the edge of another World Cup absence after a disappointing run of qualifiers and a 2-1...
Ademola Lookman Suspended for Super Eagles’ Crucial World Cup Qualifier vs Benin Republic
Ademola Lookman will miss Nigeria’s final and crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash against Benin Republic after picking up a yellow card in...
Nigeria vs Benin: Where to watch Super Eagles’ game: TV channel, live stream, & kick-off time
Nigeria’s Super Eagles face a must-win encounter against Benin Republic on Tuesday in Uyo as the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign reaches...
Watch moment Premier League stars touch down in Nigeria after squad caught in terrifying mid-air plane malfunction
THE Nigeria football team have landed home safely after being forced to make an emergency landing on Friday.
The Super Eagles had travelled to...
Plane carrying Premier League stars in emergency landing after windscreen cracks
A plane carrying the Nigeria football team was reportedly forced to make an emergency landing after its windscreen cracked during the flight. The...
2026 WCQ: Why My Players Cried After Losing To Nigeria –Lesotho Head Coach
Lesotho national team coach Leslie Notsi has explained why his players were inconsolable after their game with Nigeria at the Peter Mokaba Stadium...
Likuena & Warriors to end their qualifying campaign in Group C
With the CAF 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers drawing to a close, Lesotho and Zimbabwe are scheduled to shake hands in their final Group C assignment...
2026 FIFA WCQ: Troost-Ekong Reveals Frustration in Super Eagles Dressing Room
Following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has revealed that the players were frustrated in the...
2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles resume training 2 days to Benin Republic crucial clash
Nigeria’s delegation to Friday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho in the South African city of Polokwane safely returned to the...
2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Final Battle: Eagles land in Uyo, set to train on Sunday evening
Nigeria's delegation to Friday's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho in the South African city of Polokwane safely returned to the...
Lesotho coach reveals main objective ahead of final 2026 World Cup Qualifier against Zimbabwe
Lesotho national team coach Leslie Notsi has revealed his side’s main objective ahead of their clash with Zimbabwe in the final 2026 FIFA World Cup...
Troost-Ekong: Super Eagles Will Give Everything To Reach 2026 World Cup
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has vowed that Nigeria will fight to the last whistle to secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even...
Nigeria team plane forced to make emergency landing after windscreen cracks in mid-air
Problem occurred as the Super Eagles were travelling back from World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in South Africa
TV details and gate charges for Lesotho vs Zimbabwe clash
Zimbabwe will face Lesotho in their final 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Group C match on Monday. The Crocodiles of Lesotho will host the game at a...
Lesotho vs Zimbabwe Prediction and Betting Tips | October 13th 2025
Lesotho will play host to Zimbabwe at Peter Mokaba Stadium in the FIFA World Cup qualification campaign on Monday. Both teams are set for a dead...
Eric Chelle Urges Nigerians To Fire Up Uyo As Super Eagles Chase World Cup Ticket
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has urged Nigerians to turn the Godswill Akpabio Stadium into a fortress when the team takes on the Benin...
Finally! Super Eagles Arrive Uyo for Benin Republic Clash
The Super Eagles of Nigeria arrived safely in Uyo on Sunday morning after a replacement aircraft was deployed by ValueJet Airlines to bring the...
Mid-air drama for Nigeria’s Super Eagles en route to World Cup qualifier
A plane carrying Nigeria’s football team was forced to make an emergency landing after suffering a cracked windscreen as they travelled home for a...
Eagles Stranded in Angola after Aircraft’s Cracked Windshield Forces Emergency Landing
Duro Ikhazuagbe Super Eagles’ return journey to Nigeria from Polokwane, South Africa after Friday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho has...
Chelle urges Nigerians to put Benin under pressure in Uyo
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has called on Nigerians to rally behind the team and create an intense atmosphere for Benin when both sides...
'Watching Arokodare and Adams' - Afcon winner says Osimhen still searching for ideal strike partner
2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner Brown Ideye has said that the Super Eagles are still in search of a perfect attacking partner for star striker...
Much-maligned Super Eagles CB Ekong earns praise from ex-Kaizer Chiefs star after goal v Lesotho
Former Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi has praised William Troost-Ekong for his composure and leadership after the centre-back scored in...
2026 WCQ: Former Chelsea forward identifies Super Eagles player to step in for suspended Lookman
Former Chelsea forward Emmanuel Sarki has endorsed Fulham winger Samuel Chukwueze to replace the suspended Ademola Lookman in Nigeria's starting...
BREAKING: ‘Scared’ Super Eagles now sleep over in Angola after aircraft problem
Officials admitted that Super Eagles players were terrified when they had to fly back to Angola after the windscreen of their chartered aircraft...
Eagles Stranded in Angola after Aircraft’s Cracked Windshield Force Emergency Landing
Duro Ikhazuagbe Super Eagles’ return journey to Nigeria from Polokwane, South Africa after Friday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho has...
2026 WCQ: Lesotho coach Notsi reveals what Chelle told him after Super Eagles’ victory
Lesotho head coach Leslie Notsi has revealed what Nigeria coach Eric Chelle told him following Super Eagles’ win over the Crocodiles in the 2026...
World Cup Qualifier: Cracked aircraft windscreen delays Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo ahead of must-win Benin clash
The ValueJet Airline plane, which had earlier transported part of the delegation to Polokwane for the match against Lesotho, was forced to make an...
2026 WCQ: ‘No goalkeeper is bigger than Nigeria’ – Ex-Super Eagles player Dosu warns Nwabali
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Joseph Dosu has warned Stanley Nwabali that no goalkeeper is bigger than Nigeria. Dosu issued the warning while...
Super Eagles Chartered Aircraft Forced To Make Emergency Landing In Angola Enroute Uyo
The reason why the Super Eagles of Nigeria are yet to arrive in Nigeria after yesterday’s 2-1 win over Lesotho in Polokwane have been made known to...
Lesotho vs. Zimbabwe - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Lesotho and Zimbabwe, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Final Battle: Eagles, Cheetahs arrive Uyo for big showdown
The delegations of Nigeria and Benin Republic are scheduled to arrive in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital on Saturday afternoon, ahead of Tuesday's...
Super Eagles Need 1-0 Win Over Benin If South Africa Fail To Beat Rwanda To Qualify For World Cup
The senior national team of Nigeria need a 1-0 win over Benin Republic next week to qualify for the world cup, if South Africa fail to beat Rwanda...
Injury blow for Warriors ahead of Lesotho clash
AmaZulu forward Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya has been withdrawn from the Warriors camp ahead of Monday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Lesotho....
Chelle: We’re still alive after Lesotho win
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has expressed pride in his players for delivering the right result against Lesotho which kept their 2026 World Cup...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles, Cheetahs Hit Uyo For Big Showdown
Super Eagles of Nigeria and Benin Republic are scheduled to arrive in Uyo, on Saturday afternoon, ahead of Tuesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying...
2026 WCQ: Troost-Ekong targets back-to-back wins as Eagles prepare for Benin Republic
Super Eagles vice-captain William Troost-Ekong has hailed Nigeria’s hard-fought 2–1 victory over Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying...
2026 WCQ: Eric Chelle singles out one Super Eagles star, reveals dreasing room atmosphere
Super Eagles head coach has hailed Sevilla striker, Akor Adams, following his performance in Nigeria”s 2-1 win over Lesotho in the World Cup...
Akor Adams Shines on Super Eagles Debut
Forward Akor Adams made his long-awaited Super Eagles debut in a 2-1 victory over Lesotho in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Peter...
Eric Chelle reveals how Nigerian fans can help the Super Eagles defeat Benin Republic
Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, has called on Super Eagles supporters to give their full backing to the team ahead of their decisive 2026 FIFA...
Nigeria Edges Lesotho in Penultimate World Cup Qualifying Clash
Nigeria kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup dreams alive with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over a resilient Lesotho side at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on...
Nigeria Edge Lesotho to Keep Slim World Cup Hopes Alive
Nigeria secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho to keep their slim hopes of qualifying for next year’s FIFA World Cup alive. Super Eagles,...
Nigeria: Sevilla celebrate Akor Adams’ debut goal for Super Eagles
There was jubilation in both Nigeria and Seville on Friday night after Akor Adams marked his Super Eagles debut with a match-winning goal in a...
2026 WCQ: Troost-Ekong Reflects On Super Eagles’ Win Over Lesotho
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has reflected on the team’s hard-earned victory over the Crocodiles of Lesotho, reports...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles fly out of Polokwane for Benin clash
The Super Eagles will fly out of Polokwane to Uyo on Saturday morning (today) on a chartered flight following their clash with Lesotho. The flight...
FIFA 2026 Qualifiers: Akor Adams Makes History, Nwabali Errors, Observations as Super Eagles Keep Qualification Hopes Alive
Nigeria’s Super Eagles edged Lesotho 2–1 at the Peter Mokaba Stadium, with Akor Adams and Stanley Nwabali at the center of post-match discussions...
Mikel Obi Reacts to Nigeria’s Victory Over Lesotho, Urges Super Eagles to Maintain Quality Performance
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has praised Nigeria’s performance in their 2-1 victory over Lesotho in Polokwane on Friday but urged the...
2026 WCQ: Adepoju names Super Eagles star Chelle must drop in Nigeria vs Benin
Former Nigeria International, has told the Super Eagles handler, Eric Chelle not to play Tolu Arokodare against Benin Republic on Tuesday. Nigeria...
2026 WCQ: Chelle speaks as CAF suspends Ademola Lookman for next game
Coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Eric Chelle has reacted to Ademola Lookman’s suspension for the last qualifying game. Lookman will not be...
Akor: Super Eagles latest first-time hero
Jerome Akor has shot his way into the hearts of millions of Nigerians after he came off the bench to score what will prove an all-important winning...
2026 WCQ: Chelle makes demand from Nigerians ahead of Super Eagles, Benin clash
Head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has called on Nigerians to show full support to the national team as they face the Benin Republic in...
2026 WCQ: He made costly mistake – Mutiu Adepoju blames Super Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju has blamed goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali following Nigeria’s 2-1 win against Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA...
Benin, South Africa stand between Super Eagles, 2026 World Cup qualification
Nigeria’s 2-1 win over Lesotho on Friday, ensured they are in a three-horse race to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, from Group C of the African...
Nigeria: Super Eagles suffer Ademola Lookman blow ahead of final World Cup qualifier vs Benin
Super Eagles' hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been dealt a blow following confirmation that Ademola Lookman will miss...
EXCLUSIVE: Top officials warn Super Eagles coach on Osimhen
SCORENigeria can exclusively report that top officials have been left hot and furious with Super Eagles coach Eric for substituting striker Victor...
What Super Eagles captain said after Nigeria’s win over Lesotho
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are now down to the final of their FIFA World Cup qualifiers after sealing a 2-1 win over Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba...
“Another big test” – Troost-Ekong on Super Eagles’ World Cup mission vs Benin
William Troost-Ekong's goal against Lesotho was his 8th in his career for the Nigerian National team… The Super Eagles of Nigeria have no choice...
Picture: Felix Agu undergoes successful surgery after Super Eagles blow
Felix Agu suffered an injury during a Bundesliga game for Werder Bremen last week… Super Eagles defender Felix Agu has undergone successful injury...
Nigeria Beat Lesotho to Keep 2026 World Cup Hope Alive
Kunle Adwale The Super Eagles of Nigeria yesterday defeated Lesotho 2-1 in one of the Group C World Cup Qualifying matches at Peter Mokaba Stadium...
Suspension alert: Nigeria to be without Lookman against Benin, the Cheetahs miss two key stars
Super Eagles of Nigeria will be without in-form winger Ademola Lookman when they face Benin Republic in their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup...
'It would have been a different story' - Lesotho coach on key tactical tweak after Nigeria's second goal
Lesotho head coach Leslie Notsi has admitted that he was forced to make a key tactical adjustment after the Super Eagles doubled their lead in the...
'He mentioned' - Lesotho coach reveals what Eric Chelle told him after World Cup qualifier
There was a heartwarming moment captured on camera between between Nigeria coach Eric Chelle and his Lesotho counterpart Leslie Notsi following the...
'Stay concentrated' - Former Super Eagles goalkeeper warns Nwabali after horror show against Lesotho
Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Dosu Joseph has urged Stanley Nwabali to stay focused amid criticism over his performance in Nigeria's 2-1 victory...
Super Eagles coach hails Akor Adams, reveals what happened in dressing room after win v Lesotho
Nigeria secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Lesotho on matchday nine of the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers on Friday evening, but the result may...
2026 WCQ: We’re Still Alive –Chelle Speaks On Super Eagles Win Vs Lesotho
Eric Chelle has said the Super Eagles are still alive in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification thanks to their hard-fought 2-1 win against Lesotho...
2026 World Cup: Super Eagles’ 2-1 win over Lesotho not enough -Adepoju
Nigeria Super Eagles on Friday kept its dream of qualification for the 2026 World Cup to be held in the North American continent alive by defeating...
Super Eagles fly out for Uyo Showdown
Officials have informed SCORENigeria that the Super Eagles will fly out to Uyo tomorrow morning on a chartered flight from South Africa. The flight...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles’ Rating Player-By-Player In Slim Win Over Lesotho
The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Lesotho 2-1 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday nine encounter in Polokwane on Friday night....
2026 WCQ: Troost-Ekong relishes win over Lesotho, declares Super Eagles will keep fighting
William Troost-Ekong says the Super Eagles were made to work hard for their victory over Lesotho, DAILY POST reports. Eric Chelle’s side defeated...
Nigeria boost World Cup qualification hopes with Lesotho win
Super Eagles of Nigeria have boosted their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Lesotho 2-1 on Friday evening. The...
2026 WCQ: Akor Adams equals record set by Obafemi Martins, Aghahowa with Lesotho goal
Sevilla striker, Akor Adams, joined an exclusive club with his debut goal for Nigeria, in the 2-1 win over Lesotho in a 2026 World Cup qualifying...
