I didn’t insult any senior colleague in the Super Eagles – John Ogu

Super Eagles player, John Ogu has denied reports that he has been excluded from the National team because he insulted a senior colleague. Ogu last played for the Super Eagles in June 2015, when he came on as a second half substitute in Nigeria’s 2-0 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Chad. He has however said... Read More

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September 29, 2016

We won’t miss WC qualifier against Zambia – NFF

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked claims in the online media that the Super Eagles will fail to honour their World Cup qualifying game against Zambia. In a statement issued on its website, www.thenff.com, on Thursday it said the report was baseless. “The Nigeria Football Federation has condemned, in very strong terms, a report... Read More

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September 23, 2016

World Cup qualifier: Rohr names 23-man squad against Zambia

Super Eagles Coach, Gernot Rohr has named 23 players for the World Cup qualifier against Zambia at the Levy Nwanawasa Stadium in Ndola in October. Watford Striker, Odion Ighalo, however did not make the list as he has been permitted to attend his father burial on October 8- a day before the match. Kenneth Omeruo, John... Read More

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September 15, 2016

Super Eagles will qualify for 2018 World Cup – Salisu Yusuf

Super Eagles chief coach Salisu Yusuf has expressed belief that the team will qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Yusuf said this when he spoke to reporters in Abuja on Thursday. “With the right commitment and conviction, we will qualify for the World Cup with the group of young players we now have,”... Read More

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September 13, 2016

‘I never rejected any apartment from the NFF’ – Gernot Rohr

Super Eagles’ Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has denounced claims that he rejected he rejected the accommodation given to him by the Nigeria Football Federation for his stay in Nigeria. In his reaction posted on the NFF’s website, Rohr, who managed the senior national team for the first time in a 1-0 home win against Tanzania earlier this month... Read More

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September 13, 2016

Armed robbers raid Onazi’s Jos home, beat father

Super Eagles midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi’s residence in Jos was on Monday attacked by armed robbers. According to reports, four-man robbery gang carted away valuables including a Toyota Highlander and an undisclosed amount of cash. It was also gathered that the footballers’ father was physically assaulted by the robbers. Onazi who spoke to a close friend... Read More

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September 12, 2016

Super Eagles new kit to be unveiled this week – NFF

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed that the 2016/17 Super Eagles new kits would be unveiled before the end of the week. NFF President, Amaju Pinnick while speaking at an interactive session with the media in London over the weekend said the announcement of the new sponsors of the FA (Football Association ) Cup... Read More

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September 5, 2016

Super Eagles Coach, Rohr would quit if…

Super Eagles new coach, Gernot Rohr has said he would quit and go back home if he fails to succeed with the Senior national team. In an interview with TheCable after the Eagles’ victory over Tanzania, Rohr said he would quit if he fails to honour his part of the contract. “Yes, you know in... Read More

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September 3, 2016

Iheanacho strike gives Rohr first victory with Super Eagles

A sublime strike by Kelechi Iheanacho helped Gernot Rohr secure a victory in his first game as Super Eagles manager at the Nest of Champions stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state. The German chose a strong starting 11 in his first game against Tanzania in Group G of 2017 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification round. A... Read More

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September 1, 2016

New Super Eagles coach, Rohr wants Enyeama back on team

Super Eagles new technical adviser, Gernot Rohr has said he is not bothered about when his salary will be paid yet. He said this on Thursday at his first pre-match press briefing in Uyo where the team is currently camping ahead of the clash between Nigeria and Tanzania on Saturday. While responding to questions from... Read More

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August 31, 2016

Rio Olympics: Buhari appreciative of Nigeria’s performance – Dalung

Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Barrister Solomon Dalung on Tuesday disclosed that President Muhammadu Buhari was appreciative of the performance of Team Nigeria at the just concluded 2016 Olympic Games. Dalung made the disclosure to statehouse correspondents after he met with President Buhari to brief him on the outcome of the team in Rio. “All... Read More

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August 11, 2016

Nigeria moves up in FIFA rankings

Nigeria Super Eagles, has risen three places to rank at 67th in the latest FIFA rankings for the month of August. The Super Eagles were last July rated 70th globally and 17th on the continent. The Eagles have been on a free fall in the past few months, a result which saw them experience their worst rankings in recent... Read More

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August 9, 2016

Gernot Rohr solidifies Super Eagles coach appointment with 2-year deal

Gernot Rohr is now the new coach and technical adviser of the Super Eagles. The German has signed a 2-year-deal to manage the team. Rohr’s appointment was confirmed by the Nigeria Football Federation and the Super Eagles via their Twitter handles. BREAKING: Mr. Gernot Rohr signs two-year contract to work with the NFF as Technical... Read More

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July 30, 2016

Keshi remains a role model – Chukwu

Former Super Eagles coach, Christian Chukwu, has said hailed the virtues of the late Stephen Keshi saying he will forever remain “a role model” to upcoming coaches and footballers in Nigeria and Africa. Keshi was laid to rest on Friday at his hometown in Ilah, Delta State, but Chukwu believes that the former Super Eagles... Read More

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July 28, 2016

Stephen Keshi funeral service ongoing (PHOTOS)

The funeral ceremony of late Super Eagles coach, Stephen Okechukwu Keshi is currently ongoing at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Airport road in Benin, Edo State. Present at the ceremony is a delegation of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF led by its president, Amaju Pinnick. Keshi, a one-time Super Eagles captain and coach passed on June... Read More

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July 22, 2016

NFF to immortalize Amodu, Keshi

The Nigeria Football Federation has stated that plans are underway to immortalize coaching legends Shaibu Amodu and Stephen Keshi, who both passed on last month. NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi reiterated this while receiving in his office on Thursday, the newly appointed National Technical Director, Mr. Bitrus Bewarang. “The NFF is liasing with the... Read More

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July 19, 2016

Why Paul Le Guen rejected Super Eagles coaching job

President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick has given reasons why talks between the Federation and Paul Le Guen ended. Amaju in his reaction to news making the rounds that the Frenchman rejected the NFF’s offer said the Frenchman was never offered the technical adviser of Super Eagles job as widely reported by... Read More

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July 19, 2016

Paul Le Guen: The NFF’s search for a manager is descending into a farce

After weeks of speculation about a new Super Eagles manager, the Nigerian Football Federation appeared to have come to the end of their search when they named Paul Le Guen as the new manager. https://twitter.com/thenff/status/755104161021263872 The French manager then spoke to L’Equipe journalist Herve Penot and said he will not become the Super Eagles manager,... Read More

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July 19, 2016

Just In: Le Guen rejects Eagle’s job

Frenchman Paul Le Guen has reportedly rejected the Nigeria Football Federation offer to lead the Super Eagles as Technical Adviser. According to reports, the 52-year-old rejected the offer because the Glass House failed to meet his terms and conditions. Herve Penot, a reporter at L’ Euipe, wrote via his handle @hpenot_lequipe saying, Pour info : Paul... Read More

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July 19, 2016

5 things you need to know about Le Guen, Super Eagles technical adviser

The Nigeria Football Federation on Monday confirmed the appointment of Frenchman Paul Le Guen as the new technical adviser of the Senior national team, the Super Eagles. Here are some things you need to know about him. 1. He was a former French defender who played for the Les Blues 17 times scoring once. 2.... Read More

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July 18, 2016

NFF confirms Paul Le Guen as Super Eagles new technical adviser

The Nigeria Football Federation on Monday confirmed Paul Le Guen as the new technical director of the Super Eagles. Le Guen’s appointment was decided by the Technical and Development Committee of the NFF. The 52-year-old Frenchman will be assisted by Nigerian Salisu Yusuf, who takes the role of Chief Coach. The appointments are subject to... Read More

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July 14, 2016

FIFA ranking: Super Eagles drop 9 places, Argentina remain the best

The Super Eagles’ of Nigeria have dropped nine places in the latest FIFA ranking released on Thursday July 14. The Eagles are now ranked 17th in Africa, and 70th in the world alongside Congo. The top five teams in Africa are Algeria, Cote D’Ivoire in second place and Ghana in third. Senegal and Egypt are fourth... Read More

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July 8, 2016

Super Eagles’ job: 3 candidates shortlisted

The Nigeria Football Federation has released a three-man list of potential coaches for the available Super Eagles’ job. The shortlisted individuals include former Ethiopian coach Tom Sainfiet, Super Eagles’ caretaker coach Salisu Yusuf and Frenchman Paul Le Guen, who once coached Cameroon. The NFF disclosed that its Technical and Development Committee on Friday at the Glass House, pored over... Read More

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July 6, 2016

JayJay Okocha doesn’t want to be Super Eagles’ coach

Former Super Eagles captain, Jay Jay Okocha has dismissed the possibility of taking a shot at the vacant position for National team head coach. In a chat with NAIJ, the retired football player and chairman of the Delta State Football Association said he’d rather stick to his administrative duties at least for now. He said, “For... Read More

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June 24, 2016

Alex Iwobi signs with Nike (WATCH)

Nigerian International, Alex Iwobi has inked a lucrative deal with Nike. The Arsenal talent has exhibited a lot of promise after being promoted into the first team late on in the 2015/2016 English Premier League season. The 19-year-old made the announcement of the Nike deal in a Youtube video. He has now joined popular superstar... Read More

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June 20, 2016

Sunday Oliseh ‘turns down three job offers’ – Here’s why

Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh has stated he will be staying away from the dug-out for a while as he wants to focus on his new assignment with FIFA. Oliseh who quit the National team job in February told Complete Sports that he had already rejected 3 offers from the Southern part of Africa but... Read More

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June 19, 2016

All the beautiful moments from Super Eagles player, Onazi Ogenyi’s wedding

Super Eagles international, Onazi Ogenyi married his beau, Sandra Ogunsuyi on Saturday June 18. The wedding which was planned by 2706 Events, saw the groom looking sharp and dapper in a white and black 3-piece suit and his bride in her custom-made white gown. The wedding witnessed an influx of football stars who came out to celebrate with their colleague who... Read More

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June 11, 2016

Amodu Shuaibu: Nigerians mourn death of yet another icon

Barely 3 days after Nigerians woke up to the news of Stephen Keshi‘s death, they were again left bemused this morning by the shocking death of another former Super Eagles coach, Amodu Shuaibu. Here’s what they are saying about the death of the veteran coach. I'm speechless right now… Rest In Peace Amodu Shuaibu pic.twitter.com/wadU7fyyTY —... Read More

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June 11, 2016

BREAKING: Ex-Super Eagles coach, Amodu Shuaibu dies at 58

Former Super Eagles’ coach, Amodu Shuaibu has died in his sleep at the age of 58. This is coming barely three days after the untimely death of former coach, Stephen Keshi. The NFF took to their Twitter page to make the sad announcement. NFF Technical Director, Amodu Shuaibu has died at the age of 58. —... Read More

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June 8, 2016

RMD writes moving tribute to his ‘brother’, Stephen Keshi

Former Nigerian skipper and coach of the Super Eagles , Stephen Keshi passed on to the great beyond. In honour of the the Nigerian football legend, Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD) penned a moving tribute to the 54-year-old on his Instagram. “HERO!!! CHAMPION!!! LEGEND!!! My heart bleeds today, not for the Big Boss, but... Read More

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I didn’t insult any senior colleague in the Super Eagles – John Ogu

We won’t miss WC qualifier against Zambia – NFF

World Cup qualifier: Rohr names 23-man squad against Zambia

Super Eagles will qualify for 2018 World Cup – Salisu Yusuf

‘I never rejected any apartment from the NFF’ – Gernot Rohr

Armed robbers raid Onazi’s Jos home, beat father

Super Eagles new kit to be unveiled this week – NFF

Super Eagles Coach, Rohr would quit if…

Iheanacho strike gives Rohr first victory with Super Eagles

New Super Eagles coach, Rohr wants Enyeama back on team

Rio Olympics: Buhari appreciative of Nigeria’s performance – Dalung

Nigeria moves up in FIFA rankings

Gernot Rohr solidifies Super Eagles coach appointment with 2-year deal

Keshi remains a role model – Chukwu

Stephen Keshi funeral service ongoing (PHOTOS)

NFF to immortalize Amodu, Keshi

Why Paul Le Guen rejected Super Eagles coaching job

Paul Le Guen: The NFF’s search for a manager is descending into a farce

Just In: Le Guen rejects Eagle’s job

5 things you need to know about Le Guen, Super Eagles technical adviser

NFF confirms Paul Le Guen as Super Eagles new technical adviser

FIFA ranking: Super Eagles drop 9 places, Argentina remain the best

Super Eagles’ job: 3 candidates shortlisted

JayJay Okocha doesn’t want to be Super Eagles’ coach

Alex Iwobi signs with Nike (WATCH)

Sunday Oliseh ‘turns down three job offers’ – Here’s why

All the beautiful moments from Super Eagles player, Onazi Ogenyi’s wedding

Amodu Shuaibu: Nigerians mourn death of yet another icon

BREAKING: Ex-Super Eagles coach, Amodu Shuaibu dies at 58

RMD writes moving tribute to his ‘brother’, Stephen Keshi

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