Nathan Tella in race against time to make Nigeria's squad for WCQ playoff against Gabon

Bayer Leverkusen manager Kasper Hjulmand has provided an update on Nathan Tella's fitness ahead of the UEFA Champions League clash with European champions Paris Saint-Germain Speaking to the media on the eve of the game, Hjulmand confirmed that...

2026 World Cup Playoffs: ‘We Can Still Qualify’ – Ikpeba Tells Super Eagles Ahead Of Gabon Clash

Former Super Eagles forward, Victor Ikpeba, has urged Nigeria’s senior men’s team to take full advantage of their second opportunity to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing that the playoffs present “a lifeline” that must not be wasted....

‘He’s stronger than I imagined, a champion’ – De Zerbi hail Gabon’s Aubameyang ahead of Nigeria clash

Ahead of the Super Eagles of Nigeria World Cup qualifying play-off game, Marseille manager, Roberto De Zerbi, has lavished Gabon’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with praise. Nigeria and Gabon will lock horns in next month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup...

Ogenyi Onazi Advises Super Eagles Ahead Of World Cup Playoff Against Gabon

Former Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has cautioned Nigeria’s senior national team to remain focused and disciplined as they gear up for next month’s make-or-break World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon. Naija News reports that the Super...

Eric Chelle faces setbacks as 4 Super Eagles stars set to miss World Cup playoff vs Gabon

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are facing availability issues ahead of the World Cup play-off against Gabon Nigeria faces a difficult route in the World Cup play-offs after finishing second during the group stage Eric Chelle will be without some top...

Gabon warned about Super Eagles’ deadly attack ahead of World Cup playoff

Zimbabwe head coach Michael Nees has ranked Nigeria and Egypt as Africa’s best attacking sides The Super Eagles boast a fearsome attacking lineup featuring Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman Gabon coach Thierry Mouyouma is bracing for a tough...

Super Eagles legend predicts outcome of must-win World Cup playoff vs Gabon

A Super Eagles legend has predicted the outcome of the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff against Gabon Nigeria missed out on securing an automatic ticket to the Mundial after finishing second in the CAF qualification Group C The Panthers sealed a...

Nigeria suffers massive World Cup blow as top striker ruled out of Gabon playoff

Cyriel Dessers has been sidelined with an ankle injury, and is set to be sidelined for extra weeks The Super Eagles striker is set to miss Nigeria’s World Cup playoff clash vs Gabon owing to the seriousness of the injury Nigeria will face a tough...

Why Ademola Lookman should be benched for Nigeria's playoff clash vs Gabon

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has returned from suspension after missing the October 14 match against Benin Republic The reigning CAF Player of the Year has been cleared to play in the upcoming play-off on November 13 Head coach Eric Chelle...

2026 WCQ playoffs: Onazi predicts Nigeria vs Gabon clash

Former Super Eagles midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi, is tipping the current squad to beat Gabon in next month’s crucial 2026 World Cup play-off game. Nigeria demolished Benin Republic 4-0 to book their spot in the African playoffs. Speaking to...

Why Ademola Lookman should not feature in the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff vs Gabon

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has returned from suspension after missing the October 14 match against Benin Republic The reigning CAF Player of the Year has been cleared to play in the upcoming playoff on November 13 Head coach Eric Chelle...

Super Eagles get massive boost as player returns from injury ahead of playoff vs Gabon

Nigeria will take on Gabon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff in Morocco on November 13 The Super Eagles secured a spot in the playoffs after pummelling Benin 4-0 in their qualifying match Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle will be delighted with the...

Gabon coach sends strong warning to Nigeria ahead of 2026 World Cup playoffs

Gabon coach Thierry Mouyouma has talked tough ahead of the 2026 World Cup playoffs in Morocco The Panthers sealed a playoff spot after a 2-0 victory against Burundi in the matchday of the World Cup qualifiers The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon...

Gabon Coach Confirms Team is Ready for Nigeria Clash

Gabon’s head coach, Thierry Mouyouma, says his squad is prepared for their crucial World Cup qualifying playoff against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The Panthers narrowly missed automatic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite an impressive...

Turkish Super Lig top scorer and Osimhen's rival sends message to Chelle ahead of Gabon playoff

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has sent a clear message to Eric Chelle ahead of the 2026 World Cup playoffs The 2023 AFCON silver medalist scored his seventh goal in the Super Lig against Trabzonspor on Saturday night The 31-year-old is in the...

Nigeria suffers double setback ahead of must-win FIFA World Cup playoffs vs Gabon

The Super Eagles camp has been hit with a double setback ahead of their FIFA World Cup playoff against Gabon Nigeria booked their playoff spot after a 4-0 win over Benin Republic helped them finish second in Group C Eric Chelle and his team are...

CAF releases statement on Aubameyang ahead of Gabon vs Nigeria World Cup playoff

CAF has celebrated Marseille striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with a heartfelt tribute before Gabon’s World Cup playoff tie against Nigeria In a video titled “Where Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s story began,” CAF recounted Aubameyang's early days...

Gernot Rohr accuses Nigeria of cheating to qualify for FIFA World Cup playoffs

Gernot Rohr has accused the Super Eagles of benefiting from questionable officiating in Nigeria’s 4-0 win over Benin The former Super Eagles coach insists two of Victor Osimhen’s goals should have been disallowed in the World Cup qualifier Nigeria...

'Every match is a final' - NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko rallies Super Eagles ahead of WCQ playoffs

Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko has urged the Super Eagles to maintain the same energy, confidence and attacking performance they displayed in their recent match against Benin as they approach the upcoming World Cup...

NFF makes Eric Chelle decision as Super Eagles prepare for World Cup playoffs vs Gabon

The Nigeria Football Federation has decided on Eric Chelle’s future after the Super Eagles beat Benin Republic Nigeria reached the World Cup playoffs after finishing second in Group C, despite a poor start in the qualifiers The Super Eagles keep...