Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Augustine Eguavoen has confirmed ongoing plans to name assistant coaches who will work with newly-appointed Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George. He revealed that the NFF was strategic in appointing the former Ajax winger as the Super Eagles’ new technical head, adding that the mission is to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The former Super Eagles...
Former Nigeria striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has opened up about his reaction to the memorable miss at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. After losses to Argentina and Greece, the Super Eagles needed a win against South Korea to advance from the group stage of the competition and Yakubu had a chance off Yusuf Ayila's cross to put Lars Lagerback's team ahead but his effort...
Moses Simon says he is devastated to have missed two World Cup tournaments with the Super Eagles. The 28-year-old was poised to feature at the 2018 edition in Russia but missed out on the final squad selection due to injury while the national team failed to make to the 2022 edition in Qatar after losing to Ghana on away goals in the playoffs. Despite the disappointment,...
The world is gearing up to witness the pinnacle of women's football, the 2023 FIFA World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The global extravaganza promises to be a celebration of talents, determination, and the beautiful game itself. While the event showcases the unrivalled skills of the teams, it is the majestic arenas that serve as the sacred battlegrounds where dreams will be forged and history...
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) during its Executive Committee meeting in Algiers has approved a calendar schedule for Africa's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. CAF revealed that the road to the historic 2026 FIFA World Cup that will take place in the USA, Mexico and Canada will begin in November 2023 and end in March 2026, a few months before the tournament kick-off. There will...
Copyright © Afrosport Network 2022. All rights reserved. Developed by Guildtouch