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The Digest: Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has pinpointed Nigeria as his "only regret" while managing Benin. Rohr lamented the crucial 4-2 defeat to Nigeria in the final qualifier, a loss that shattered Benin's historic chance to qualify for their first World Cup despite an otherwise...

The Digest: Former defender Sam Sodje has labeled Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali as overconfident. According to the Daily Post, Sodje cautioned that this attitude could lead to a costly mistake in the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers, urging the coaching staff to consider a change...

The Digest: The Super Eagles will begin their 2026 World Cup playoff campaign with an early training camp in Rabat, Morocco, as they aim to secure a spot in the global tournament. According to plans confirmed by the NFF, players will assemble directly in the Moroccan capital on November 9...

The Digest: Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba has expressed strong confidence in Nigeria's ability to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup through the playoffs, describing it as a "second lifeline" the team must grab. The NFF technical committee member praised the team's...

The Digest: Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has sparked speculation with a cryptic Instagram story addressing loyalty and change, tagging star striker Victor Osimhen. The post follows a visible clash between Nwabali and defender Calvin Bassey during a recent match, where Osimhen...

The Digest: Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been appointed vice-captain of Turkish Super Lig giants Beşiktaş, the club confirmed in an official announcement. According to Daily Post Nigeria, this leadership role comes shortly after his summer move from Leicester City, signaling the...

The Digest: South Africa's Minister of Sport, Gayton McKenzie, has openly stated he does not want Nigeria's Super Eagles to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The declaration follows Nigeria's role in a FIFA protest that led to a points deduction for Bafana Bafana, exposing the deep-seated...

The Digest: Nigeria’s Super Eagles have climbed to 41st in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, marking a significant return to the global top 50 and Africa’s top five. The four-place rise follows strong performances in World Cup qualifiers, including a 4–0 victory over the Benin Republic...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has sparked reactions after showcasing a customized 24-karat gold-plated iPhone 17 on social media. The luxury device, estimated to cost between ₦7 million and ₦12.5 million, features his name and jersey number, reflecting the elevated...

The Digest: Victor Osimhen's commanding hat-trick against the Benin Republic has drawn comparisons to football immortality, with former Nigeria captain Nduka Ugbade placing him in the same symbolic bracket as the legendary Diego Maradona and Rashidi Yekini. The performance, described as...

The Digest: The Nigerian Super Eagles have suffered a defensive setback ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying play-off, with key defender Semi Ajayi set to miss the semi-final clash against Gabon due to suspension. The Hull City defender picked up his second yellow card of the...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed a determined optimism as Nigeria prepares for the CAF World Cup qualifying play-offs in Morocco next month. While acknowledging the team would have preferred an automatic ticket, the captain emphasized resilience and readiness...

The Digest: Gabonese star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has declared his fervent motivation to help his national team qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Marseille forward aims to lead Gabon to victory against a resurgent Nigerian Super Eagles in a decisive playoff, viewing it as a...

The Digest: In the wake of a decisive 4-0 victory for Nigeria's Super Eagles, Benin Republic's coach, Gernot Rohr, reflected on the factors behind the loss that ended his team's World Cup dream. Facing a Nigerian side equally desperate for a playoff spot, Rohr pointed to a combination of...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has thrown the weight of the Nigerian government behind the Super Eagles, celebrating their commanding 4-0 victory over the Benin Republic and pledging full federal support as the team prepares for the crucial World Cup playoff battles ahead. Key Points...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has joined the chorus of praise for Victor Osimhen, celebrating the captain's match-winning hat-trick against Benin while acknowledging the team's bittersweet qualification outcome that keeps their World Cup dreams alive through the playoff...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has crowned Victor Osimhen the world's best striker following his commanding hat-trick against Benin, while expressing confidence in Nigeria's readiness for the upcoming World Cup playoff battle against Africa's toughest contenders. Key Points...

The Digest: Nigeria's path to the 2026 World Cup now winds through a complex playoff labyrinth after the Super Eagles secured their place among Africa's four best runners-up, setting up a challenging but navigable route that could ultimately lead to North America despite falling short of...

The Digest: Nigeria's path to the 2026 World Cup has been mapped through a challenging playoff route that will see the Super Eagles face Gabon in a single-elimination semifinal, with Cameroon and DR Congo completing the quartet of African giants fighting for one final continental ticket. Key...

The Digest: Nigeria's Super Eagles delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over the Benin Republic to secure a World Cup playoff berth, though the triumph carried bittersweet tones as South Africa's parallel win denied them automatic qualification despite Victor Osimhen's brilliant hat-trick...