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...
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...
'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...
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...
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...
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...
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: 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...
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: 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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: 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...
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...
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...
'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...
'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...
'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: Chelle hails Super Eagles’ important win over Lesotho
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reflected on his team’s hard-earned win over the Crocodiles of Lesotho. The three-time African champions...
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...
Nigeria boost W’Cup qualification hopes with Lesotho win
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2026 WCQ: Lookman suspended for Super Eagles, Benin Republic showdown
Ademola Lookman will miss Tuesday’s final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic due to suspension. The Atalanta winger got his...
‘You’ve lifted hopes of Nigerians’ – Peter Obi congratulates Eagles on victory over Lesotho
Former Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has congratulated Super Eagles of Nigeria on their 2-1...
Super Eagles beat Lesotho 2-1 to keep World Cup hopes alive
Nigeria moved closer to securing a place at the 2026 World Cup after the Super Eagles recorded a 2-1 victory over Lesotho in a Group B qualifier, a...
Akor Adams joins Obafemi Martins and Aghahowa in Nigeria’s history books after debut goal against Lesotho
It has been a week of dreams come true for Super Eagles and Sevilla striker, Akor Adams, as he hit major career milestones in the space of five...
UPDATED: Nigeria beat Lesotho 2-1, keep World Cup hopes alive
The Super Eagles of Nigeria got the job done against Lesotho winning 2-1 to keep their 2026 World Cup hopes alive. The Super Eagles started the...
Ekong, Akor On Target As Super Eagles Beat Lesotho, South Africa Falters Against Zimbabwe
The senior national team of Nigeria kept their hope of making it to the 2026 World Cup with a nervy 2-1 away win over Lesotho, OwnGoalNigeria.com...
Nigeria Beat Lesotho 2-1 To Revive Weak World Cup Qualification Hopes
October 10, (THEWILL) — Nigeria revived their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 win against Lesotho in their penultimate...
2026 WCQ: 4 things we learnt as Super Eagles beat Lesotho 2-1
Nigeria defeated Lesotho 2-1 in their penultimate 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Friday evening. The Super Eagles dominated the opening...
2026 WCQ: What Super Eagles need to qualify after 2-1 win in Lesotho
There is still a chance that the Super Eagles could yet qualify for the 2026 World Cup, after beating Lesotho 2-1 on Friday evening. Only two wins...
Super Eagles Go One Point Behind South Africa After Beating Lesotho
Nigeria’s Super Eagles survived a nervy finish in Maseru on Friday night as they edged Lesotho 2-1 to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification...
2026 WCQ: ‘Nwabali not different from Onana’ – Nigerians react to Super Eagles’ win over Lesotho
Some Nigerian football fans have reacted to the Super Eagles’ 2-1 win against Lesotho in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Friday. DAILY POST...
Super Eagles Beat Lesotho As Group C Goes Down to the Wire
Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 2-1 to give a glimmer of hope of Nigeria’s direct qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, Benin...
Nigeria keep World Cup hopes alive
Nigeria took a huge step towards qualifying for the 2026 World Cup after they beat Lesotho 2-0 at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Friday.
Nwabali’s recklessness and other takeaways from Nigeria Super Eagles’ 2-1 win over Lesotho
It was a rollercoaster of emotions at the Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane, Pietersburg in South Africa, as the Super Eagles of Nigeria sealed a 2-1...
Ademola Lookman suspended for Benin Final Battle
Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman will miss Tuesday’s final 2026 World Cup qualifier against group leaders Benin after he got his second booking of...
Lesotho 1-2 Nigeria; Player Ratings – New Boy Akor Steals The Show, Fredrick Wins MOTM, Osimhen Shines
The senior national team of Nigeria kept their hope of making it to the 2026 World Cup with a nervy 2-1 away win over Lesotho, OwnGoalNigeria.com...
BREAKING: Super Eagles keep World Cup dream alive with victory over Lesotho
The Super Eagles on Friday defeated Lesotho 2 -1 in the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles took the lead from the...
World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles edge Lesotho to keep qualification hopes alive
William Troost-Ekong broke the deadlock in the 55th minute from the penalty spot following a foul inside the box.
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles beat Lesotho to rekindle 2026 FIFA World Cup pursuit
The race to next year’s FIFA World Cup finals in North America will go right down to the wire after Nigeria defeated Lesotho 2-1 in Polokwane on...