Olise scores as Bayern see off Dortmund in German Supercup
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Kluivert out as coach after Indonesia fail to reach World Cup
Gov Otu rewards WAFCON Star, Miracle Usani with N50m, land gifts
NFF suspends referees for officiating blunders
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De Jong pens new Barca deal to 2029
10 most populous countries yet to qualify for FIFA World Cup
African 2026 World Cup qualifying talking points
Super Eagles set for Gabon clash in World Cup play-offs
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SubscribeFull List: 9 African countries to represent Africa in 2026 World Cup
Africa will have strong representation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as nine African countries have officially secured their tickets to the global football showpiece, with one more team still in contention through the intercontinental playoff.
2026 World Cup Playoffs: Likely teams Nigeria will meet, dates, format, venue
CAF has officially confirmed the venues, dates, and structure for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs, setting up a tense final hurdle for Nigeria and three other nations hoping to grab the continent’s last qualification spot.
2026 WCQ: Nigeria heads to playoffs after 4-0 victory over Benin
Nigeria kept their World Cup hopes alive with a commanding 4-0 win over Benin in Uyo on Tuesday night, securing a place in the playoffs of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers.
South Africa beat Rwanda 3-0 to qualify for 2026 World Cup
South Africa will be aiming to seal top spot in Group C when they take on Rwanda this evening in their final 2026 FIFA World…
Nigeria XI vs Benin Republic: Adams makes first start as Ekong benched
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have released their starting line-up ahead of their final 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign match against Benin Republic.
2026 WCQ: Nigeria vs Benin – Date, time, and where to Watch
The Super Eagles face a decisive showdown against Benin Republic on Tuesday in Uyo as the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies, with Nigeria needing a win and favourable results elsewhere to keep their qualification hopes alive.
2026 WCQ: What we will do to defeat Nigeria – Rohr reveals
Rohr believes that composure and tactical discipline will be key factors as his side aims to challenge the Super Eagles on their home turf.
‘Peseiro would have taken Nigeria to 2026 World Cup’ – Ex-S’Eagles star Taye Taiwo
“If they had left the coach, they would have qualified for the World Cup, because the players are always out for him; they work very hard.
Ex-Premier League referee Coote admits making indecent image of child
Former Premier League referee David Coote on Tuesday pleaded guilty to making an indecent image of a child.
World Cup Qualifiers: Everyone has to step up – Troost-Ekong
Eric Chelle’s men will need to defeat Benin by three goals and hope South Africa loses to Rwanda.
Lewandowski set to miss Clasico with hamstring injury
The 37-year-old forward suffered the injury during a World Cup qualifier for Poland against Lithuania on Sunday.
How to watch Nigeria vs Benin Republic World Cup qualifier today
Nigeria will host Benin in a do-or-die final matchday clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) qualifiers, with the Super Eagles determined to snatch direct qualification from Group C leaders Benin.
2026 W/CQ: We will be focused, purposeful against Benin Republic – Chelle
“We have to win this game tomorrow. I have to put my mind into tomorrow’s game; we must win and nothing more.
Cape Verde make history as second smallest country to qualify for World Cup
Cape Verde have written their name into football history by becoming the second smallest country ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup.
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