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Catch up on match highlights, player updates, and regional stories as we head toward the biggest soccer tournament in the world!


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FULL LIST: Nigeria left out as FIFA unveils 170 match officials for World Cup

FULL LIST: Nigeria left out as FIFA unveils 170 match officials for World Cup

FIFA has released its list of 170 match officials for the 2026 World Cup, with a notable absence of any Nigerian referees among the selections. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-nigeria-left-out-as-fifa-unveils-170-match-officials-for-world-cup/


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FIFA rankings: Super Eagles rank third in Africa, 26th globally

FIFA rankings: Super Eagles rank third in Africa, 26th globally

Nigeria’s Super Eagles maintain their 26th global position in the latest FIFA rankings, remaining third in Africa behind Morocco and Senegal. See the full Read More: https://punchng.com/fifa-rankings-super-eagles-rank-third-in-africa-26th-globally/


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Int’l friendlies: Bassey injured as Eagles train in Turkey

Nigeria’s Calvin Bassey has withdrawn from the squad for the upcoming Super Eagles friendlies against Iran and Jordan due to a back injury. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/intl-friendlies-bassey-injured-as-eagles-train-in-turkey/


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Ahanor keen on picking Italy over Eagles

Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor has signaled his intention to represent Italy at the senior level, expressing a clear preference over Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ahanor-keen-on-picking-italy-over-eagles/


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Int’l friendlies: Bassey injured as Eagles regroup in Turkey

Nigeria’s Calvin Bassey withdraws from the Super Eagles squad for upcoming friendlies in Turkey due to a back injury. Get the latest team updates. Read More: https://punchng.com/intl-friendlies-bassey-injured-as-eagles-regroup-in-turkey/


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Nigerian players deserve to be at World Cup – Ighalo

Odion Ighalo expresses sadness that top Nigerian players like Victor Osimhen will miss the World Cup after the Super Eagles failed to qualify. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-players-deserve-to-be-at-world-cup-ighalo/


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World Cup: Eagles out as intercontinental play-offs begin

Nigeria’s World Cup dreams are over after a failed qualifying campaign and a fading legal appeal. See why the Super Eagles missed out on the 2026 tournamen Read More: https://punchng.com/world-cup-eagles-out-as-intercontinental-play-offs-begin/


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Rangers defender Fernandez receives first Nigeria call-up

Rangers defender Fernandez receives first Nigeria call-up

Rangers centre-back Emmanuel Fernandez has been rewarded for his impressive club form by receiving his first call-up for Nigeria. The 24-year-old, who joined from Peterborough on a four-year contract last summer, has been a key part of Danny Rohl's side as th…


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Nigeria sports community mourns Onigbinde

Nigeria sports community mourns Onigbinde

Tributes pour in for late Super Eagles coach Adegboye Onigbinde. The Nigerian sports community remembers his legacy as a trailblazer and technical instruct Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-sports-community-mourns-onigbinde/