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Nigeria Thrash Benin 4-0, Secure World Cup Play-Off Spot

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Despite a convincing 4-0 win over the Cheetahs of Benin Republic, the Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to secure automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick and Frank Onyeka’s goal secured the vital victory for Nigeria, but it was not enough to top the group, as South Africa also defeated Rwanda 3-0…

South Africa Hold Nigeria To 1-1 Draw As Super Eagles’ World Cup Hopes Wane

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South Africa Hold Nigeria To 1-1 Draw As Super Eagles’ World Cup Hopes WaneAn own goal by Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong and an equalizer from Calvin Bassey saw Nigeria held to a 1-1 draw in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein on Tuesday. The Super Eagles’ failure to secure…

Peter Rufai: NFF Responds to Taribo West’s Allegations

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By Emamuzo IbomaThe Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a response to recent claims made by former Super Eagles defender Taribo West concerning the late goalkeeper Peter Rufai. According to West, who criticized the NFF and the Lagos State Government on Friday, accusing them of neglecting the family of the late Rufai. West also expressed…