Nigeria Football News

Former Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has broken his silence on Maduka Okoye’s emergence as the Super Eagles' first-choice goalkeeper in...

New Zealand defender Sham Chetty is attracting attention from Sweden, with AIK understood to be monitoring the player’s situation ahead of the...

Nigeria midfielder Samson Tijani has expressed pride in the Super Eagles' performance despite the defeat to Portugal.

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s performance in their friendly match against Portugal on Wednesday...

Lagos, Nigeria. June 05, 2026. Unilever Nigeria Plc has officially announced the winners of the Rexona FIFA World Cup 2026™ Consumer promotion,...

It was not only a podium finish when Nigeria won the third-place at the Africa Cup of Nations. For the Super Eagles, the bronze medal marked a...

The Super Eagles produced an encouraging display despite suffering a narrow 2–1 defeat to Portugal in Wednesday’s international friendly in Leiria,...

Super Eagles stars Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi are set to play under a new manager at Fulham, with fresh reports indicating that the club is in...

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have retained their 26th position in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings released on Thursday, showing no movement despite...

Nigerian forward Esther Okoronkwo has handed AFC Toronto a timely boost after returning to full training following a spell on the sidelines with...

Just hours before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, FIFA released its latest men's world rankings, Soccernet.ng reports. The...

There was a demand for the jersey of Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, following their 2-1 win over Nigeria in an international friendly...

Schalke 04 are on the brink of completing the signing of Austrian-Nigerian striker Junior Adamu from SC Freiburg, with both clubs reportedly...

All 20 clubs that competed in the English top flight last season have now submitted their retained lists to the Premier League, with eight...

Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi marked a major personal milestone on Wednesday night as he made his 100th international appearance for the Super...

Chelsea legend, John Terry, has insisted that former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel is very upset about Nigeria’s absence from this year’s...

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi has praised Nigeria’s performance against Portugal despite the team’s 2-1 defeat in an entertaining...

Former Super Eagles defender Sam Sodje has praised Nigeria’s performance in the 2-1 defeat to Portugal, insisting the team showed enough quality to...

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed confidence in the future of the national team but insists stability will be...

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the decision to award hosting rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the United States despite growing...

Former Nigeria international Benedict Akwuegbu has exclusively told Completesports.com that Super Eagles head coach Eric Sékou Chelle is steadily...

Nigeria goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has expressed her delight following the arrival of Nigerian teenager Zadok Yohanna at Brighton & Hove Albion,...

55-time SPFL winners Rangers have submitted a ₦9bn offer for a Super Eagles defender after they parted ways with club legend James Tavernier at the...

Manchester United are plotting a raid on Lazio for their Nigerian midfield general, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, this summer. The post Manchester United...

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have retained their 26th position in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings released on Thursday, maintaining their place...

Diogo Dalot registered an assist as Portugal defeated Nigeria 2-1 in their final FIFA World Cup warm-up fixture.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles maintained 26th position in the latest men’s rankings released by the Federation of International Football Associations,...

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have maintained their 26th position in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings released on Thursday, Completesports.com...

Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi has praised Nigeria’s performance despite their 2-1 loss to Portugal in an international friendly played on...

World football governing body has included the Nigeria Premier Football League duo of Enyimba and Remo Stars in the list of beneficiaries of their...

Portugal sealed a narrow 2-1 win over the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Dr Magalhães Pessoa Stadium, but the game saw Cristiano Ronaldo face the...

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has expressed satisfaction with his side’s performance after they secured a 2-1 win over the Super Eagles in...

Portugal winger Pedro Neto believes the Selecao can head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with confidence after defeating Nigeria 2-1 in an...

The English Women’s Super League (WSL) has paid tribute to Nigeria goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie following her outstanding debut campaign with...

Greek Super League side Panetolikos have extended an invitation to promising Nigerian forward Benjamin Olawale Bolaji to join their upcoming summer...

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has expressed satisfaction with his side’s performance following their 2-1 victory over Nigeria in an...

Scottish giants Rangers who were beaten to the League and Cup title by arch rivals Celtic have started preparations in earnest for next season,...

Francisco Conceição has admitted that Portugal’s narrow 2-1 victory over Nigeria in their World Cup warm-up exposed key areas the team must...

Alex Iwobi has become only the fourth Nigerian player to reach 100 appearances for the Super Eagles, achieving the milestone during Wednesday’s...

Newly capped Nigeria international defender Abdullahi Bewene has become a huge subject of interest from top teams in Belgium after his exploits...

Head coach of Portugal Roberto Martinez has defended his decision to delay the substitution of star player Cristiano Ronaldo in their 2-1 win over...

Portugal centre-back Tomás Araújo has praised Nigeria for providing a stern test after the Seleção edged the Super Eagles 2-1 in their final...

Head coach of the senior national team of Portugal Roberto Martinez has given his view on the senior national team of Nigeria after yesterday’s 2-1...

Alex Iwobi marked a major milestone on Wednesday, earning his 100th cap for Nigeria in the Super Eagles’ 2-1 friendly defeat to Portugal. Our...

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo was substituted early in the second half in the 2-1 win over Nigeria as...

FIFA World Cup 2026: Nigeria’s qualification journey and playoff challenges explained Being a Nigerian football fan arguably comes with a health...

  Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has been widely applauded after using a global football platform to draw attention to the plight of abducted...

Pedro Neto says Portugal can be delighted going into 2026 FIFA World Cup following their 2-1 friendly win over the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Roberto...

Nigeria central midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, who currently plays for Italian side Pisa, is being linked with a move involving former club Inter...

Pedro Neto believes Portugal can head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with confidence after their 2-1 international friendly victory over Nigeria’s...

Super Eagles defender Bruno Onyemaechi has described Nigeria’s international friendly against Portugal as an important test of the team’s quality...

Former England captain John Terry has expressed disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the Super...

Portugal enter the World Cup on the back of a 2-1 win over Nigeria, though Roberto Martinez's side were not entirely convincing. The post ‘The idea...

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has praised the quality and depth of the Super Eagles squad, insisting Nigeria remain a formidable opponent...

Newcastle United fans should be encouraged by their pursuit of Kacper Potulski after Jan Urban's opinion of him changed in a matter of months....

Vincenzo Italiano has taken charge of Beşiktaş on a contract running until the end of the 2027/28 season, giving the club a clear coaching...

Super Eagles defender, Zaidu Sanusi says the team put up a good fight in the defeat to Portugal, DAILY POST reports. The three-time African...

Portugal head coach, Roberto Martinez has reacted to his team’s victory over the Super Eagles of Nigeria, DAILY POST reports. The former European...

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has praised Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle, highlighting the Nigerian tactician’s football philosophy and...

Nigeria’s senior men’s national team produced a spirited display but were narrowly beaten 2-1 by FIFA World Cup-bound Portugal in an entertaining...

Premier League club Fulham is reportedly working to secure the permanent signing of Nigerian international Samuel Chukwueze from AC Milan ahead of...

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) have received a significant lift with the return of forward Esther...

Portugal fought a hard fight to see off Nigeria 2-1 in their final tune up game before the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets under way. Chelsea’s Pedro Neto...

Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi has praised the team’s spirited display despite their 2-1 defeat to Portugal in Wednesday night’s international...

The battle for the 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six title took another dramatic twist as Edo Queens surged to the...

Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has dissolved the board and coaching crew of Bayelsa United Football Club following the team’s...

Nigeria defender Olisa Ndah has emerged as a transfer target for several clubs in the Middle East following the expiration of his spell with South...

Cristiano Ronaldo missed major chances for Portugal in a 2-1 win over Nigeria ahead of the 2026 World Cup in the United States and Mexico.

Premier League club Fulham is reportedly working to secure the permanent signing of Nigerian international Samuel Chukwueze from AC Milan ahead of...

Nigeria Premier Football League side Bendel Insurance has secured the long-term future of highly-rated youngster Alex Oweifaleya after the striker...

Premier League club Brentford FC have confirmed their retained and released list for the 2026-27 season, with decisions made on the futures of...

Colombian music icon Shakira and Nigerian Grammy-winning star Burna Boy have made FIFA World Cup history after their official 2026 tournament...

Manchester United veteran Diogo Dalot warmed up for the World Cup in perfect style with an assist for Portugal against Nigeria. The post Diogo...

Former Chelsea captain John Terry believes Nigeria Super Eagles' absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a major loss for the tournament,...

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has taken sweeping action following Bayelsa United’s relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL),...

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo declared his side ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after they defeated the Super Eagles of Nigeria 2-1...

Pedro Neto scored for Portugal on Wednesday night as Roberto Martinez’s side got the better of Nigeria in their final warm-up match ahead of the...

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has shared his thoughts on his side’s victory over the Super Eagles, Completesports.com reports. The Selecao...

Former England captain John Terry has expressed deep disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling the...

Portugal and England both played their final preparatory matches for the World Cup last night, with both teams walking away with credible...

The senior national team of Nigeria fell to a 1-2 defeat in the hands of Portugal, a game meant to prepare the host for their forthcoming challenge...

Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has reacted following his side’s international friendly 2-1 win against the Super Eagles of Nigeria...

Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot started for Portugal on Wednesday night against Nigeria in a 2-1 victory. Unlike every other national team right...

Portugal head into the FIFA World Cup after a 2-1 warm-up win over Nigeria. Cristiano Ronaldo, set for a record-tying sixth World Cup appearance,...

Duro Ikhazuagbe Former Chelsea and England Captain, John Terry, insisted yesterday that Nigeria’s Super Eagles will be a big miss at the 2026 FIFA...

Duro Ikhazuagbe  World Cup-bound Portugal last night ended Super Eagles’ 12-match unbeaten run after they defeated Nigeria  2-1 in a final warm-up...

Below you’ll find a video summary of the Portugal vs. Nigeria match, including goals. Portugal...

Portugal secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Nigeria in an international friendly at Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa on Wednesday night, with...

After Portugal's 2-1 win over Nigeria in their final warm-up game, Pedro Neto has his eyes set on World Cup glory. The post Neto urges Portugal to...

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal sealed a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in Leiria, but the scoreline didn't reflect the spectacle on display, Soccernet.ng...