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Five African nations have now sealed their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking another exciting milestone for African football as the continent’s top teams prepare to represent the region on the global stage. Ghana became the latest team to confirm their ticket after securing a narrow but crucial 1–0 victory over Comoros in their final Group I match. The win, played out before a roaring home crowd, saw the Black Stars display composure, determination and tactical discipline, traits that have long defined their footballing heritage. The breakthrough moment came in the second half when Tottenham Hotspur star Mohammed…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. Cristiano Ronaldo found himself at the center of social media buzz this week after missing a penalty in Portugal’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ireland in a 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier on October 11. The 40-year-old superstar’s spot-kick was brilliantly saved by Ireland’s Caoimhin Kelleher in the 73rd minute, sparking a flurry of posts on social media claiming Ronaldo holds the record for the most penalty misses, alongside the most penalties taken and scored. But what do the numbers really say about Ronaldo’s penalty prowess? The miss in Dublin, where a handball by Dara O’Shea gifted Portugal…

Former Super Eagles head coach, Sunday Oliseh, has revealed that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) still owes him $26,000 in unpaid salaries from his time in charge of the national team. Speaking on the Home Turf podcast, the 51-year-old tactician expressed frustration over the lingering debt but made it clear that he has chosen not to take legal action against the federation out of respect for his country. “Till today, I am the only Nigerian coach who ever resigned,” Oliseh said. “And till today, they are still owing me two months’ salary, which is $26,000.” The former midfielder, who managed…

Benin Republic striker, Tosin Aiyegun, has promised that the Cheetahs will give their absolute best when they face the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier next week in Uyo. Aiyegun, who was the hero in Benin’s 1-0 win over Rwanda on Friday at the Amahoro Stadium, scored the only goal of the match ten minutes from full time to keep Gernot Rohr’s men at the top of Group C with 17 points from nine matches. The result means Benin remain in a strong position to qualify for the World Cup for the first time…

Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr, has identified four players in the Nigerian squad that could pose serious problems for his team when both sides clash in their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier next week in Uyo. The experienced German tactician, who once managed the Super Eagles, spoke glowingly about the quality and attacking strength of the Nigerian team, naming Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, and Alex Iwobi as players who can change the course of any game. Rohr’s team continued their impressive run in Group C with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Rwanda on Friday, a result…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles bounced back to winning ways with a 2–1 victory over Lesotho in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash on Friday at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa. After a goalless first half, the game came alive when captain William Troost-Ekong calmly converted from the penalty spot in the 55th minute to hand Nigeria the lead. The Super Eagles doubled their advantage in the 80th minute through Akor Adams, who finished off a fine attacking move to give Éric Chelle’s side a comfortable cushion. However, Lesotho refused to go down quietly, pulling one back just…

Lesotho national team captain, Sekhoane Moerane, insists his side will not be intimidated when they face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying encounter on Friday in Polokwane. Speaking ahead of the clash at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium, the Crocodiles’ skipper said they plan to approach the game with confidence, not fear. “We respect the Super Eagles, but we won’t step onto the pitch afraid of them,” Moerane told reporters. “Our focus is to play our football, stay disciplined, and show belief in ourselves.” Leslie Notsi’s men, who held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw in their…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. In a transfer decision that raised eyebrows across the football world, Chelsea’s sale of Noni Madueke to rivals Arsenal in the summer was driven by a calculated strategy to clear a path for their highly touted young star, Estevão Willian, according to The Telegraph’s Matt Law. The move, which saw the Blues part ways with their second-top scorer from the previous season, has sparked debate among fans and pundits alike, but it reflects Chelsea’s long-term vision for the Brazilian prodigy. Speaking on the London Is Blue podcast, Law explained the reasoning behind the controversial sale: “You can…

By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. The highly anticipated knockout match at the FIFA U-20 World Cup, a repeat of the classic 2005 final, proved to be a profoundly disappointing “one-sided affair” as Nigeria’s Flying Eagles were “whitewashed” 4-0 by Argentina U-20. The loss brings the campaign of the Nigerian side, coached by Zubairu, to a premature and “sour” end, marking yet another defeat to the South Americans. Argentina’s dominance was evident from the opening whistle, with the final scoreline reflecting a clinical and decisive performance. A Tale of Two Halves, Both Controlled by Argentina The South Americans established early control, scoring two…

The knockout phase of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup is officially set, following the conclusion of the final group matches played early Monday morning. Nigeria’s Flying Eagles sealed their passage into the Round of 16 after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Colombia. The result pushed Aliyu Zubairu’s boys to four points from three matches—enough to keep their World Cup dream alive. In the same breath, Norway joined them in the next round after sharing the spoils with Saudi Arabia in another tense 1-1 draw. With the group stage drama behind, focus now shifts to the business end of the…