William Troost-Ekong

William Troost-Ekong

‘We’ll give everything’ — Troost-Ekong rallies Super Eagles ahead of key Benin clash

William Troost-Ekong believes the Super Eagles are determined to give their all when they face Benin Republic in their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo on Tuesday, Afrosport reports. Nigeria, currently third in Group C with 14 points, must beat their West African neighbours and hope South Africa drop points against Rwanda to secure qualification. Captain Troost-Ekong acknowledged that the team’s fate is not...

What Super Eagles must do to ensure qualification for 2026 World Cup

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles keep hopes alive with narrow win over Lesotho in Polokwane

Nigeria boosted their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying hopes with a much-needed 2–1 victory over Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Friday, Afrosport reports. The Super Eagles, under the guidance of head coach Eric Chelle, produced a professional performance to claim all three points and stay within touching distance of Group C leaders Benin and South Africa. Full-Time in Polokwane! The Super Eagles...

Super Eagles to face Ghana, Jamaica in invitational tournament

2026 WCQ: Troost-Ekong, Ndidi rally Super Eagles ahead of must-win Lesotho clash

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong and vice-captain Wilfred Ndidi are confident Nigeria can get a positive result in Friday’s clash against Lesotho, Afrosport reports. The three-time African champions are in dire need of a win against the Crocodiles at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, to keep alive their slim hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Nigeria sit third in Group C with...

2026 WCQ: Super Eagles receive warm welcome in Bloemfontein ahead of South Africa clash

2026 WCQ: Nigeria gear up for Lesotho showdown with 18 players in camp

Eighteen players have arrived at the Super Eagles training camp in Polokwane ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, Afrosport reports. Head coach Eric Chelle and his backroom staff landed in South Africa on Monday before the players’ arrival. Familiar faces such as captain William Troost-Ekong, Stanley Nwabali, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon, Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Frank...

‘Super Eagles be like Man Utd’ – Nigeria wins but fans still fear for World Cup dreams

Chelle names 23-man Super Eagles squad for Lesotho, Benin clashes

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has unveiled his 23-man squad for Nigeria’s crucial World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin Republic this month, Afrosport reports. The list is headlined by captain William Troost-Ekong and Calvin Bassey in defence; goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali; midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi; as well as forwards Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Tolu Arokodare. Hull City defender Semi Ajayi returns to the...