NFF Begins Appeal As FIFA Rejects Petition Against DR Congo
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed that FIFA rejected its petition to disqualify Congo DR over alleged use of ineligible players. The decision was announced in a media release on Tuesday by the NFF. Nigeria lost 4-3 on penalties to Congo DR after a 1-1 draw in extra time during the continental playoff final […]
Super Eagles deny Chelle’s rumoured agreement with Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca
The Super Eagles have denied claims that their coach, Éric Chelle, is close to signing with Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca. Reports from Morocco’s Le7TV suggested Chelle would replace Amine Benhachem. Promise Efoghe dismissed the report as false, insisting Chelle remains committed to the Nigerian team. The NFF confirmed there is no agreement with Wydad Casablanca. […]
Nigeria can still make 2026 World Cup playoff ahead of DR Congo – NSC boss
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, said Nigeria still has a chance to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite DR Congo being listed in the playoff fixtures. He clarified that FIFA has not yet delivered a final ruling on Nigeria’s eligibility protest. Nigeria lodged a formal complaint after losing […]
Why I demanded $130,000 monthly pay, 19 demands — Super Eagles coach Chelle
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has confirmed that he submitted a list of demands to the Nigeria Football Federation during contract talks. The coach, who led Nigeria to a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, said the leaked document circulating online is genuine. Reports had claimed Chelle requested a monthly salary […]
Super Eagles: Nigeria will regret it – Gara-Gombe warns NFF against handing Chelle $130,000 salary
Former Gombe FA chairman Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe has warned the Nigeria Football Federation against renewing the contract of Eric Chelle, saying such a move could backfire. He argued that extending the deal, especially with a major salary increase, may not benefit the Super Eagles. Chelle reportedly earns about $50,000 monthly and is said to have […]
World Cup: Nigeria awaits outcome as FIFA delays DR Congo verdict
The world football governing body, FIFA, is yet to issue its decision on Nigeria’s eligibility protest against DR Congo following their decisive African playoff encounter. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) formally submitted its petition to FIFA on December 15, 2025, contesting the eligibility of six Congolese players. According to the NFF, the players had recently […]
Jigawa Golden Stars demand NFF appeal verdict before Gombe United rematch
Jigawa Golden Stars have called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to deliver a clear verdict on their pending appeal before any rematch against Gombe United is played. The club said proceeding with the fixture without resolving the appeal would be unfair and could affect the integrity of the competition. The disagreement stems from a […]
Eberechi Eze loves Nigeria’ – Pinnick reveals why Arsenal star didn’t play for Super Eagles
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick, has explained why Arsenal midfielder Eberechi Eze never featured for the Super Eagles despite strong interest from Nigeria. Eze, who was born in England to Nigerian parents, eventually chose to represent England and has since become a regular member of the Three Lions squad. Nigeria made an […]
AFCON: Eguavoen questions Chelle for not including four players in Super Eagles squad
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Technical Director, Austin Eguavoen, has expressed concern over Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle’s squad selection for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Eguavoen questioned the decision to leave out players from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) despite the competition’s importance. Speaking on the issue, Eguavoen said […]
AFCON: Retain Eric Chelle despite Super Eagles losing to Morocco – Bashir Ahmad to NFF
Former media aide to late President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has called on the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to retain Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle despite the team’s loss to Morocco. Ahmad highlighted Chelle’s deep understanding of the team’s technical dynamics as a reason for his continued appointment. On social media platform X, Ahmad praised […]