Tag: Super Eagles
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Nigeria Misses Out on 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualification After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Loss
Nigeria’s Dream Ends in Penalties Against DR Congo Nigeria’s quest for a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a heartbreaking end on Sunday night as they failed to secure qualification after a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to DR Congo in the CAF World Cup playoff final. The high-stakes clash, held at…
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Osimhen: Super Eagles Must Qualify for 2026 World Cup
Osimhen Urges Nigeria to Seal 2026 World Cup Berth Victor Osimhen has reiterated a clear message to Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles: qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is non‑negotiable. Speaking amid discussions about the team’s revival and a new coaching setup, the Napoli striker underscored the urgency of returning Nigeria to football’s…
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Super Eagles Must Qualify for 2026 World Cup – Osimhen
Victor Osimhen Stresses the Importance of 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Victor Osimhen has reaffirmed the necessity for the Super Eagles to secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing that Nigeria cannot miss another global stage. Speaking ahead of the next round of qualifiers, the Napoli forward underscored the duty of a football-mervial nation…
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Nigeria vs DR Congo: Possible XI as Super Eagles Target World Cup Spot
Super Eagles Face a Crucial Decider: Nigeria vs DR Congo The final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers pits Nigeria against the Democratic Republic of Congo in a high-stakes showdown that could define the Super Eagles’ path to Qatar or beyond. Under head coach Eric Chelle, Nigeria must translate domestic form and international…
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FIFA Rankings Could Shape Nigeria’s World Cup Play-Off Path for 2026
Introduction: A New Doorway to the World Cup Nigeria’s men’s national team, the Super Eagles, could see a markedly different route to the 2026 FIFA World Cup depending on how the team’s FIFA world ranking evolves in the lead-up to the intercontinental play-offs. In a refreshed play-off format, the position in the global rankings not…
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FIFA Rankings: How Nigeria’s Path Could Change in 2026 World Cup Play-Offs
Understanding the New Play-Off Format Nigeria, like other teams chasing a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, faces a revamped intercontinental play-off system. The governing bodies introduced changes that could tilt the balance in favor of teams with higher FIFA rankings. In practical terms, the Super Eagles’ position in the global ladder may determine…
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Nigeria vs DR Congo: Possible XI as Super Eagles Seek World Cup Qualification
Overview: A Decisive Clash for World Cup Qualification The Nigeria national team, the Super Eagles, travel to face the Democratic Republic of Congo in a match that could define Africa’s path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As the final round of qualifying unfolds, head coach Eric Chelle is widely expected to balance experience with…
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Nigeria vs DR Congo: Possible XI to Seal World Cup Qualification
Context: Nigeria Ready to Secure a World Cup Return The Nigeria national team, known as the Super Eagles, enters the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers with a clear objective: secure a place at the next global showpiece. Facing the Democratic Republic of Congo, the stakes are high as both sides aim…
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FIFA Rankings Could Shape Nigeria’s World Cup Play-Off Path
How FIFA Rankings Influence Nigeria’s World Cup Play-Off Route Nigeria’s football federation faces a crucial juncture as the Super Eagles prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup intercontinental play-offs. With the draw and format evolving, the team’s current FIFA ranking could play a pivotal role in identifying the most favorable path to Qatar’s successor in…
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Nigeria’s Long Route to the 2026 World Cup: Chukwueze, Ajayi Lead the Charge
Nigeria’s daunting road to World Cup 2026 As the Super Eagles eye a return to FIFA’s men’s World Cup in 2026, the journey promises to be less about quick fixes and more about a steady buildup. Nigeria last appeared at the World Cup finals in 2018, and missing out on the 2022 tournament marked a…