‘We’re Celebrating Mediocrity!’ — Sunday Oliseh Slams Super Eagles’ Mindset After Playoff Qualification
Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has delivered a scathing assessment of Nigeria’s World Cup playoff qualification, cautioning fans and officials against what he calls a “culture of celebrating mediocrity.” Oliseh, who once captained and coached the national team, said while it’s natural for Nigerians to feel relieved after the Super Eagles kept their World Cup hopes alive, the qualification...
Sodje Warns Super Eagles: ‘Stay Humble, The Job Isn’t Done Yet’
Former Super Eagles defender Sam Sodje has urged Nigeria’s senior national team to remain grounded and avoid overconfidence ahead of their crucial World Cup playoff fixtures, warning that the path to qualification is still long and demanding. Reacting after the team’s impressive 4-0 victory that secured passage to the playoff round, Sodje cautioned that while the win has lifted morale...
Finidi George Blames Missed Chances for Rivers United’s Painful Loss to Black Bulls
Rivers United head coach Finidi George has expressed disappointment after his side suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Mozambican outfit Black Bulls in the CAF Champions League preliminary round. Speaking after the encounter, the former Super Eagles winger described the result as “unfortunate,” insisting that his players gave everything but were undone by their inability to convert key chances in...
Oshaniwa Questions Super Eagles’ Readiness for Tough World Cup Playoffs
Former Super Eagles left-back Juwon Oshaniwa has voiced concerns about the team’s readiness ahead of the upcoming World Cup playoffs, warning that the road to qualification will be anything but easy. Speaking after Nigeria’s emphatic win in their last group game, Oshaniwa admitted that while the result reignited hope among fans, the team’s overall performance through the qualifiers raises important...
Gusau Confident Super Eagles Will Triumph in Playoffs: “We Have What It Takes”
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has expressed strong confidence that the Super Eagles possess the quality and determination needed to win their World Cup playoff fixtures scheduled to take place next month in Morocco. Speaking to reporters, Gusau emphasized that the players understand what it means to represent Nigeria on the world stage and...
Siasia Endorses 10th Senate President’s U18 Unity Football Tournament, Hails Initiative for Youth Development
Former Super Eagles player and coach, Samson Siasia, has thrown his weight behind the 2nd edition of the 10th Senate President’s U18 Unity Football Tournament, describing it as a powerful platform for discovering and nurturing young football talents across Nigeria. The ex-international, who enjoyed a decorated career both as a player and coach, said the tournament — spearheaded by Senate...
Sports247 Elevates Nigerian Grassroots Sports To Global Stage Through SOCCA Partnership
In a major step forward for Nigerian sports media, Sports247 Nigeria has officially partnered with IKAROS ANTIAS S.A., acting as the Media Rights Distributor for and on behalf of the tournament organizer, SOCCA LIMITED, to broadcast the SOCCA Champions League 2025 live from Greece. This landmark agreement, which commenced on October 16, 2025, and runs through October 15, 2026, grants...
Morocco 2025: Queen Joseph, Nigeria’s Goal Scorer in 4-1 Loss to Canada, Targets Improvement
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team forward, Queen Joseph, has expressed optimism despite the Flamingos’ 4-1 defeat to Canada in their opening match at the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Joseph, who scored Nigeria’s only goal in the encounter, described the experience as a positive one and promised to deliver more in the coming games. Readd Also: 2026 WAFCON...
2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Oshoala, Seven Others Arrive as Super Falcons Begin Training in Togo for Benin Clash
Preparations have officially begun for the Super Falcons of Nigeria ahead of their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifying tie against Benin Republic, with eight players already in camp at Hotel Sarakawa, Lome, Togo. Leading the early arrivals is team captain and six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year, Asisat Oshoala, who was among the first to report...
Bosso Dismisses Resignation Rumours, Credits Team Spirit as Barau FC Stuns Kano Pillars
Barau FC head coach, Ladan Bosso, has rubbished rumours of his resignation, reaffirming his commitment to the club after guiding his side to a remarkable 2–1 comeback victory over Kano Pillars in their NPFL Matchday 9 clash in Kano. Despite trailing early in the game, Barau FC displayed grit and composure to overturn the deficit — a result Bosso described...
