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Cheetahs of Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr, has stated that his trip to Nigeria is not about emotions or old friendships, but about business and that business is to help Benin Republic secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The experienced German tactician, who previously managed the Super Eagles for five years before his dismissal by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), is now steering a Benin Republic side that has surprised many with their strong performance in the qualifiers. Under Rohr’s guidance, the Cheetahs have shown remarkable progress and currently sit atop Group C with 17 points…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure a win against Benin Republic in their crucial World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Speaking at a pre-match news conference at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Monday, Chelle assured Nigerians that his team will be focused and purposeful in the match. “We have to win this game tomorrow. I have to put my mind into tomorrow’s game; we must win and nothing more,” Chelle said. “We want to go to the World Cup. I am very happy, very excited. Sometimes, we may be…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are facing one of their biggest football tests in recent years as they take on Group C leaders Benin Republic in a decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Tuesday evening. After missing out on the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the three-time African champions are on the brink of another painful disappointment, something that hasn’t happened since their debut appearance on the global stage in 1994. Eric Chelle’s men currently sit third in the group with 14 points from nine matches, three points behind Benin and one behind South…

Former Super Eagles striker, Brown Ideye, has urged Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, to address a critical attacking issue before the crucial World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic on Tuesday evening. Speaking during his analysis on Super Sports following Nigeria’s 2–1 victory over Lesotho, Ideye pointed out that Chelle’s biggest challenge lies in finding the perfect strike partner for Victor Osimhen, the team’s leading forward. The former West Bromwich Albion striker noted that while Osimhen remains the focal point of Nigeria’s attack, the chemistry between him and his fellow forwards is still far from ideal. “Osimhen for sure needs someone…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially confirmed that Morocco will host the playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The announcement brings clarity to one of the most anticipated stages of the qualification process, which will determine Africa’s final representative for the intercontinental playoffs. According to CAF, the mini-tournament will feature four teams and will take place over a four-day period in November 2025. The semi-final matches are scheduled for November 13, while the final will be played on November 16. All fixtures will be staged in Morocco, a country that has become a preferred destination for…

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…