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Nigeria Sand Eagles Fall 6-4 to Senegal in Kaduna Friendly
The Nigeria Sand Eagles suffered a 6-4 defeat to Senegal in Kaduna, with Abdullahi Hassan scoring all four of Nigeria’s goals as both teams continue preparations for their respective Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations campaigns.
Sand Eagles vs Senegal: Nigeria Squad List for Beach Soccer Friendlies Ahead of Ghana Clash
The Nigeria Sand Eagles will face defending African champions Senegal in a two-match friendly series in Kaduna as they step up preparations for their Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against Ghana.
Nigeria Golden Eaglets, Derby Academy Play Out 1-1 Draw in Abuja
The Golden Eaglets played out a 1-1 draw with Derby Academy in an entertaining friendly at the Sunrise Football Pitch in Abuja as Nigeria continues preparations for the WAFU B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso.
Flamingos Coach Akeem Busari Set for Remo Stars Ladies Role
Flamingos coach Akeem Busari is set to take on a new role with Remo Stars Ladies while continuing his assignment with Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team.
Edo Queens Appeal CAF Ruling as NFF Forwards Case to CAF Appeals Board
The NFF has forwarded Edo Queens’ appeal to the CAF Appeals Board following the Organising Committee for Women’s Football decision on the WAFU-B final. The appeal fee has also been paid.
Guinea-Bissau 3-0 Nigeria: Super Eagles Suffer Heavy Defeat in AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Nigeria suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in Bissau on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in their second Group L match of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. The Super Eagles conceded in both halves to fall to second in the standings, while Guinea-Bissau maintained their winning start to the campaign.
Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles Starting XI Confirmed for AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Nigeria have named their starting XI for Tuesday’s AFCON 2027 qualifier against Guinea-Bissau in Bissau, with Stanley Nwabali in goal and Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka and Alex Iwobi forming the midfield.
From Flamingos and Falconets to Super Falcons: Young Players Invited for LA 2028 Qualifiers
Nigeria’s 28-player Super Falcons squad for the LA 2028 Olympic qualifiers includes a promising group of young talents. From Flamingos standout Oluwakemi Adegbuyi to former U-17 captain Shakirat Moshood and Benfica forward Janet Akekoromowei, meet the emerging players earning their chance with the senior team.
Nigeria Super Falcons Begin LA 2028 Olympics Race as Coach Eguavoen Names 28-Player Squad for Comoros
Augustine Eguavoen has named a 28-player Super Falcons squad for the October 2026 Olympic qualifiers against Comoros as Nigeria begin their campaign to secure back-to-back appearances at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
Nigeria Face El Salvador In Davis Cup Playoff Battle
Nigeria will face El Salvador away in the 2027 Davis Cup World Group II Playoffs after the draw in London. The tie is scheduled for February 2027.
Super Eagles Face Guinea-Bissau Challenge As CAF Names Ethiopian Match Officials
CAF has appointed an Ethiopian referee team led by Tewodros Mitiku for Nigeria’s 2027 AFCON qualifier against Guinea-Bissau in Bissau.
Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles AFCON 2027 Qualifier Preview, Kick-off Time, Squads, Head-to-Head & How to Watch Live
The Super Eagles face Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, 29 September, in their second Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Both teams won their opening matches, setting up an early battle for the group lead. Here is the kick-off time, venue, squads, head-to-head record and how to follow the match.