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⚽ Ojiefietan backs Shooting Stars to win away at Warri Wolves Shooting Stars defender Desmond Ojiefietan has declared confidence ahead of Sunday's NPFL clash against Warri Wolves at the Southern Delta University Stadium in Ozoro. "I'm very, very confident in Shooting Stars win over Warri Wolves," Ojiefietan said, adding that the team's hard work in preparation for the fixture will pay off. Source

🦅 Moses Usor breaks Super Eagles debut record after Madagascar winner LASK forward Moses Usor made an immediate mark on his Super Eagles debut, scoring the winning goal in Nigeria's 2-1 victory over Madagascar on Friday — and etching his name into the national team record books in the process. The 24-year-old came off the bench to net the decisive strike, joining Akor Adams in an exclusive group of debutants before surpassing a record previously held by the former Sevilla striker. Usor has also spoken publicly about the Nigerian star he hopes to emulate as he builds his international career. Source

🦅 Ilenikhena scores on Super Eagles debut as Nigeria edge Madagascar George Ilenikhena marked his senior Nigeria debut with a goal in the Super Eagles' 2027 AFCON qualifying opener against Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday. The 20-year-old Al-Ittihad striker cancelled out Kari Eshan's shock opener for the Barea, helping Nigeria secure the result. Ilenikhena revealed he drew inspiration from Nigerian greats Jay-Jay Okocha and Victor Osimhen before stepping onto the pitch. His club Al-Ittihad publicly congratulated the former Monaco forward on the milestone. Ilenikhena expressed pride at representing the Super Eagles on the continental qualifying stage. Source

🔄 Man Utd confirm signing of English-Nigerian teenager David Eze from Man City Manchester United have officially confirmed the signing of 16-year-old English-Nigerian midfielder David Eze, who joins their academy following his departure from Manchester City. In separate news, Nigerian player Ajayi has signed a long-term deal, though further contract details were not specified in the announcement. Eze's move adds another Nigerian-heritage talent to United's youth setup as the club continues to develop its academy pipeline. Source

🦅 Chelle Backs Nwabali After Crucial Save in Eagles' 2-1 Win Over Madagascar Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has praised goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali following Nigeria's 2-1 AFCON qualifier victory over Madagascar on Friday. Nwabali, who plays for Chippa United, produced a decisive save to deny Madagascar captain Rayan Raveloson, helping secure the comeback win. Chelle said the goalkeeper "was very good" in his assessment after the match. Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Ikpeba went further, claiming Nwabali is Nigeria's number one ahead of Maduka Okoye — who had started consecutive Super Eagles games in the June friendlies. Ikpeba's comments signal a growing debate over the starting goalkeeper position under Chelle. Source

👤 Osinachi Ohale Retires From International Football After 16 Years Veteran Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has announced her retirement from international football, ending a 16-year career with Nigeria's women's national team. The 34-year-old centre-back made the announcement in an emotional Instagram message on Friday, following Nigeria's failure to qualify for the FIFA Women's World Cup. Ohale departs with five WAFCON titles among her honours, cementing her status as one of the Super Falcons' most decorated defenders. "Words are simply not enough," Ohale wrote, reflecting on a career that spanned from her earliest days dreaming of representing Nigeria to becoming a cornerstone of the national team. Source

🦅 Ndidi vows Super Eagles will not repeat World Cup qualifying slow start Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has called on Nigeria to hit the ground running in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, warning the team cannot afford another sluggish beginning. Speaking at Thursday's pre-match press conference in Uyo, Ndidi reflected on Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — a campaign derailed by a poor start that saw the Eagles fail to win any of their opening four matches, recording three draws in that run. "It will never happen again," Ndidi said. Nigeria open their AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo on Friday. Ndidi stressed the importance of building momentum from the first game to avoid a repeat of the World Cup heartbreak. Source

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🦅 Okoye Completes Super Eagles Camp Arrival Ahead of AFCON Qualifiers Maduka Okoye has joined the Super Eagles camp in Ikot Ekpene, with head coach Éric Chelle confirming the goalkeeper's delayed arrival had been agreed in advance. The 25-year-old Udinese stopper arrived in Uyo on Friday morning, giving Chelle his full complement of 24 invited players ahead of Nigeria's 2027 AFCON qualifying fixtures against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Source

🦅 NFF to honour Moses Simon on potential 100th Super Eagles cap vs Madagascar Moses Simon is set to be celebrated by the Nigeria Football Federation if he earns his 100th Super Eagles cap against Madagascar in Friday's 2027 AFCON qualifying fixture. The Nantes winger made his international debut in March 2015 against Uganda in a friendly, and has since become one of Nigeria's most consistent performers over the past decade. The NFF is expected to mark the milestone with a special honour should Simon take to the pitch against Madagascar. Source