Tag: #WorldCupQualifiers
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TINUBU PRAISES SUPER EAGLES’ FIGHTING SPIRIT DESPITE WORLD CUP SETBACK
President Bola Tinubu has applauded the Super Eagles for their valiant effort in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs, despite Sunday’s heartbreaking loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo in Morocco. The President’s message, shared by his spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, encourages the team to move past the defeat and gear up for the upcoming…
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NIGERIA DROPS OUT OF 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS AFTER PENALTY SHOOTOUT LOSS TO DR CONGO
Nigeria’s hopes to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in heartbreak on Sunday after a tense 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) culminated in a 4-3 defeat on penalties. Despite fielding a star-studded squad, the Super Eagles were edged out by the Leopards in the final qualifying playoff held…
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ATLETICO MADRID TRIO DROPPED FROM ARGENTINA’S ANGOLA FRIENDLY OVER YELLOW FEVER VACCINE DELAY
Argentina will be without Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez, Nahuel Molina, and Giuliano Simeone for their upcoming friendly against Angola due to their failure to complete yellow fever vaccination procedures on time. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) clarified that the health protocols are mandatory for entry into Angola, a region where yellow fever is prevalent.…
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SUPER EAGLES DOMINATE BENIN, COACH CHELLE PRAISES PLAYERS’ CHAMPION SPIRIT
Nigeria’s Super Eagles crushed Benin Republic’s Cheetahs 4-0 in a thrilling World Cup qualifier at Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo. Coach Eric Chelle hailed his players as champions for their energy and focus, with an early goal from Victor Osimhen setting the tone. Chelle applauded Osimhen, calling him the best striker in the world, but reminded…
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NFF UNFazed BY FIFA SANCTION ON SOUTH AFRICA OVER INELIGIBLE PLAYER
FIFA’s ruling boosts Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes amid South Africa’s penalty. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) expressed no surprise over FIFA’s decision to sanction South Africa for fielding ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena in their March 21 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. FIFA’s disciplinary committee awarded a 3-0 forfeit win to Lesotho, fined the South…
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SENEGAL STAGES COMEBACK TO TOP GROUP B IN WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
Teranga Lions rally late to beat DR Congo 3-2, while Cape Verde, Togo, and others fight for spots. Senegal overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat DR Congo 3-2 in Kinshasa, with Pape Matar Sarr scoring the winner near the end, moving them to the top of Group B. Cape Verde edged Cameroon 1-0 to lead…
