Elijah Adebayo

Super Eagles: Luton Striker Elijah Adebayo Eyes Nigeria Call-Up

Luton Town’s striker Elijah Adebayo has declared his ambition to play for Nigeria’s national team. He aims to represent the Super Eagles. The 26-year-old led Luton’s promotion to EPL push this season. He scored nine goals in 23 appearances after Luton gained promotion to the Premier League. Adebayo who is 6ft 4in tall believes his…

Victor Osimhen

AFCON 2024: Super Eagles legend reveals reasons for Victor Osimhen’s struggles in Cote d’Ivoire

Ifeanyi Udeze, the Super Eagles legend, disclosed in an interview that Victor Osimhen might be grappling with confidence issues in Cote d’Ivoire. Osimhen, with just one goal in three games and missing crucial chances, faces pressure affecting his performance. Nigeria secured the second spot in Group A, winning two games and drawing against Equatorial Guinea,…

Equatorial Guinea

Shock Wins and Late Drama in AFCON Group Stage on Monday

On day 10 of the Africa Cup of Nations, Ivory Coast faced a humiliating 4-0 defeat by Equatorial Guinea, leaving them on the brink of elimination. Despite two disallowed goals and missed chances, Equatorial Guinea secured a surprise group win. Nigeria sealed their spot in the last 16 with a 1-0 win over Guinea-Bissau, thanks…

Omeruo Warns Nigeria

AFCON 2023: Omeruo Warns Super Eagles Not to Underestimate Winless Guinea-Bissau

Kenneth Omeruo joined manager Jose Peseiro for Nigeria’s pre-match press conference on Sunday, signalling his expected key role in the crucial Africa Cup of Nations clash against Guinea-Bissau. The experienced central defender cautioned his teammates against underestimating their opponent, despite Guinea-Bissau’s consecutive losses in the tournament. Omeruo emphasized the need for seriousness and focus, reflecting…

Umar Sadiq

Bruise, Not Injury, Umar Sadiq Clarifies Super Eagles AFCON Exit

The Nigeria national team forward, Umar Sadiq has clarified his exit from the Super Eagles squad before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in a statement on Instagram on Friday. The Real Sociedad striker was suggested to had knee injury, during Nigeria’s friendly match against Guinea. According to him, he was examined by the…

Seun Kuti

Seun Kuti Criticizes Lack of Commitment from Super Eagles Players

Nigerian Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has expressed criticism of the Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, for what he sees as a lack of “enough commitment” and seriousness whenever they represent the country. In a video message shared on Instagram after the Super Eagles’ disappointing 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea in the 2023 Africa…

Super Eagles

Troost-Ekong Says He’s ‘Lucky’ To Play With Osimhen As Nigeria Aims to Improve at AFCON

Super Eagles Vice-captain William Troost-Ekong has praised forward Victor Osimhen for his strong performance in Nigeria’s opening AFCON 2023 match against Equatorial Guinea. Speaking positively about his teammate, Troost-Ekong acknowledged Osimhen’s talent and influence on the Super Eagles. According to him, his admiration comes as Nigeria faces challenges but remains hopeful in the tournament. Along…

Jose Peseiro

AFCON 2023: Jose Peseiro admits only divine intervention can help Nigeria against Ivory Coast

Nigerian national team manager Jose Peseiro has admitted that only divine help can aid Nigeria’s chances against 2023 Africa Cup of Nations host Ivory Coast in their upcoming match. Peseiro is worried after Nigeria only managed a 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea on Sunday. Nigeria faces an extremely tough task against the star-studded host side…

Super Eagles players

AFCON 2023: 17 Players Arrive at Super Eagles camp in Abu Dhabi

Seventeen players of Nigeria’s Super Eagles team have arrived at camp in Abu Dhabi for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The team, eager to win after ten years, saw early arrivals, including captain Ahmed Musa and Kenneth Omeruo, as mentioned in a tweet from the Super Eagles. The camp in Abu Dhabi came to…

Samuel Chukwueze

AFCON: NFF grants AC Milan’s request for Chukwueze to arrive at Super Eagles camp late

According to the information gathered, the reason was due to AC Milan’s request for the Eagles winger to participate in the Coppa Italia match against Cagliari on January 2, which the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) granted. The changes allow Chukwueze to take part in AC Milan’s game before reporting to the Super Eagles camp in…

Kelechi Iheanacho

Aston Villa eyeing Nigeria’s Super Eagles forward

Aston Villa is reportedly considering the signing of Nigeria’s Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho. According to various online media, the Premier League team is contemplating a move to secure the services of the in-form Nigerian international in the upcoming January transfer window. The forward, part of the Super Eagles, is approaching the end of his…

Super Eagles of Nigeria

FIFA Rankings: Nigeria’s Super Eagles end 2023 as 6th in Africa and 42nd globally

The Super Eagles of Nigeria concluded 2023 as Africa’s sixth-best team and ranked 42nd globally in the latest FIFA monthly standings. The Nigeria national team had just one loss but achieved four victories and three draws throughout 2023. Morocco maintained their top position in Africa and was 13th globally, while Senegal, holding onto 20th place…

Nathan Tella

Exciting Debut for Nathan Tella with Super Eagles

Nathan Tella, the talented 24-year-old winger from Bayer Leverkusen, couldn’t contain his excitement as he made his debut for the Super Eagles during Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe. In the clash with the Likuena of Lesotho, Tella, a former Arsenal star, started on the bench. However, in the game against…

Victor Osimhen

Osimhen To Miss Super Eagles’ Friendly Match Against Mozambique

The Super Eagles’ Portuguese coach Peseiro has confirmed that Victor Osimhen’s scan results are expected later today, October 15. Daily Stand Nigeria recalls Osimhen was injured during a friendly match between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia in Portugal on Friday, October 13, which ended in a 2-2 draw. In the 55th minute of the game, the…

Wilfred Ndidi

Barcelona shows interest in signing Super Eagles’ Wilfred Ndidi

The Spanish club FC Barcelona has shown interest in signing Wilfred Ndidi from Leicester City this summer transfer window. Barcelona intends to sign Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi during the upcoming summer transfer window. Dailystand recalls that Ndidi’s contract with Leicester City ends next summer, and he hasn’t extended it yet. Recently, Barcelona has signed…

Bafana Bafana

WC: Bafana Bafana Line Up Friendlies Against Ivory Coast, Eswatini Ahead of Nigeria Clash

The South African national football team, also known as Bafana Bafana, has lined up friendlies against Ivory Coast and Eswatini ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria. The two friendlies will take place next month, with Bafana Bafana taking on Eswatini on October 13 and Ivory Coast on October 17. Head coach…

Jose Peseiro

AFCON: Jose Peseiro to submit Super Eagles’ team roaster before January 3

The coach of the Super Eagles, Jose Peseiro, must select his final squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations by January 3, 2024. Each of the 24 teams must submit their rosters 10 days before the tournament begins. In addition, coaches, including Peseiro, must submit a prospective squad of 55 players by the end…

Troost Ekong

Super Eagles: Troost-Ekong Assures Nigerians Victory Against Sao Tome and Principe

Super Eagles vice captain William Troost-Ekong, expressed the team’s determination to conclude their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on a high note. They are set to face Sao Tome and Principe in their last match of the qualifiers at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo today, Sunday. The Jose Peseiro-led team has…

Samuel Chukwueze

Why Samuel Chukwueze Chose Milan Over Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Bayern

Samuel Chukwueze recently joined AC Milan from Villarreal, where he spent the past seven years and secured the Europa League title in 2021. In an interview with Soccernet.ng, Samuel Chukwueze shared that his primary motive for joining AC Milan was to secure championship titles. The 24-year-old Nigerian player made the transfer from LA Liga’s Villarreal…