By FRED LONGJOHN OBEH THE Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has ordered the Super Falcons’ technical crew to step down with immediate effect following the team’s disappointing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign in Morocco. The federation announced the decision on Monday through its official X account, @thenff. It said the Executive Committee directed […]
Final Moved, Venue Retained THE Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has postponed the final of the 2026 President Federation Cup, moving the country’s biggest domestic cup fixture from 27 June to 11 July. Despite the adjustment to the calendar, the venue remains unchanged, with the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, Delta State, set to host the […]
Nigeria and China Explore New Women’s Football Cooperation Football Diplomacy Takes Centre Stage in Abuja THE Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has stepped up efforts to strengthen football relations with the Chinese Football Association (CFA) following a high-level engagement with the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, in Abuja. NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau described football […]
Historic Competition Returns With Fresh Drama THE 2026 President Federation Cup has taken a major step forward following the release of Round of 64 fixtures by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The draw signals the start of another edition of Nigeria’s most prestigious knockout football tournament, known for its unpredictability and rich legacy. With a […]
Super Eagles Get ₦20 Million Each After AFCON Campaign NIGERIA’S senior national team players have each received about ₦20 million as their share of prize money earned from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco, according to reports. The payment follows the team’s strong run to the latter stages of the continental tournament. […]
Nigeria Targets Strong Showing in International Beach Soccer Tournament NIGERIA’S Super Sand Eagles are set for a high-profile international assignment as they prepare to compete in a four-nation beach soccer tournament featuring Ghana, England, and Germany. The competition, scheduled to run from 8 to 10 May, was confirmed by the Nigeria Football Federation via its […]
Pay Delay Overshadows Friendly Results THE positive results recorded by Nigeria’s Super Eagles in recent friendlies have been overshadowed by a dispute over unpaid appearance fees. The team defeated Iran 2–1 and held Jordan to a 2–2 draw during a four-nation tournament staged in Antalya by the Jordan Football Association. However, attention has shifted from […]
FIFA Hands Down Disciplinary Measures WORLD football governing body FIFA has sanctioned both the Nigeria Football Federation and the Congolese Football Association following incidents during their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture. According to FIFA’s disciplinary summary, the infractions occurred during the 16 November 2025 encounter between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and DR Congo’s Leopards. Nigeria […]
NFF Questions Chelle’s Pay Request THE Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle over his request for a monthly salary of €130,000 as contract extension talks continue. Chelle, who took charge in January 2025, is said to have submitted 19 demands during negotiations, with a significant salary […]
By AUGUSTUS ISICHEI NIGERIA’S prospects of playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup are growing increasingly uncertain after the Nigeria Football Federation confirmed the Super Eagles will compete in a four-team tournament in Amman next month — a window traditionally reserved for decisive playoff fixtures. The move comes despite an unresolved petition before FIFA challenging […]