Nigeria Super Eagles – Fixtures, Squad, Results & News

The Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national football team, are one of Africa’s most successful sides. Stay updated with the latest fixtures, results, squad announcements, coach updates, and where to watch every Nigeria match, including AFCON and World Cup qualifiers.

Next Match

Nigeria
vs
Tanzania
Predicted XI
Date
KO (WAT)
13:00
KO (UTC)
12:00 noon
Venue
Fez Stadium, Fez, Morocco
Competition
AFCON
Where to watch:
NFF Tv
Predicted XI
4-1-3-2
  1. 1 GK Stanley Nwabali
  2. 2 RB Bright Osayi-Samuel
  3. 3 CB Benjamin Frederick
  4. 4 CB Semi Ajayi
  5. 5 LB Calvin Bassey
  6. 6 DM Wilfred Ndidi
  7. 7 AM Alex Iwobi
  8. 8 RW Chidera Ejuke
  9. 9 ST Akor Adams
  10. 10 ST Victor Osimhen
  11. 11 LW Ademola Lookman

Focus Shifts to AFCON 2025 After 2026 World Cup Play-off Heartbreak

• Following Nigeria’s dramatic penalty shoot-out loss to DR Congo in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-offs final, the Super Eagles are expected to redirect full attention to preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Coach Eric Sekou Chelle is set to overhaul key areas of the squad, with emphasis on restoring mental toughness and improving tactical cohesion ahead of the continental campaign.

Injured Players Target 2025 Returns

• Some players who missed the crucial play-off fixtures — including injured forward Cyriel Dessers and defender Ola Aina — are expected to be available and fully fit as Nigeria rebuilds for the 2025 AFCON following the World Cup setback.

Technical Review to Address World Cup Qualification Collapse

• The Nigeria Football Federation is expected to conduct full technical review following the Super Eagles' failure to reach the 2026 World Cup — a review to examine tactical decisions, player performance, coaching methods, and administrative support during the qualifiers. Outcomes from the assessment are expected to guide reforms aimed at strengthening the Eagles' competitiveness.

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Super Eagles Fixtures & Results

Date (WAT) Opponent Competition Time Report/Highlights
Tue 23 Dec Nigeria vs Tanzania AFCON 2025 13:00 Report
Sat 27 Dec Nigeria vs Tunisia AFCON 2025 13:00 Report
Tue 30 Dec Uganda vs Nigeria AFCON 2025 18:00 Report

Super Eagles Squad & Players

Stanley Nwabali

Stanley Nwabali

Club: Chippa united

Caps/Goals: 27/0

Quick reflexes

Maduka Okoye

Maduka Okoye

Club: Udinese

Caps/Goals: 18/0

Agile, confident, commanding

Super Eagles Coach & Staff

Head Coach

When Eric Sekou Chelle took charge of the Super Eagles in January 2025, it marked more than a change of coach — it heralded a new football philosophy.

The Franco-Malian tactician, born in 1977, brings a blend of calm authority, tactical intelligence, and cross-cultural insight shaped by his experiences in France, Mali, and Algeria.

Chelle, who guided Mali to the 2023 AFCON quarter-finals, is known for balancing attacking ambition with defensive discipline. His philosophy centres on “control without rigidity,” encouraging intelligent, adaptable football built on teamwork and structure.

Favouring a flexible 4-3-1-2 system, Chelle has merged Nigeria’s natural flair with European tactical precision. His leadership style — professional, composed, and quietly demanding — is re-energised the Super Eagles.

Beyond short-term success, Chelle’s vision is long-term: building a unified, tactically educated Nigerian side capable of sustained excellence on the global stage.

  • W–D–L: 7–3–1

Super Eagles Past Coaches

  • John Finch (England): 1949
  • Daniel Anyiam (Nigeria): 1954–1956; 1964–1965
  • Les Courtier (England): 1956–1960
  • Moshe Beit Halevi (Israel): 1960–1961
  • George Vardar (Hungary): 1961–1963
  • Joey Blackwell (England): 1963–1964
  • Jozsef Ember (Hungary): 1965–1968
  • Sabino Barinaga (Spain): 1968–1969
  • Peter ‘Eto’ Amaechina (Nigeria): 1969–1970
  • Karl-Heinz Marotzke (Germany): 1970–1971; 1974
  • Jorge Penna (Brazil) – 1972–1973
  • Jelisavcic ‘Father Tiko’ Tihomir (Yugoslavia): 1974–1978 (AFCON Bronze 1976 & 1978)
  • Otto Gloria (Brazil): 1979–1982 (AFCON Champions 19980
  • Gottlieb Goller (Germany): 1981
  • Adegboye Onigbinde (Nigeria): 1983–1984; 2002 (AFCON Silver 1984)
  • Chris Udemezue (Nigeria): 1984–1986
  • Patrick Ekeji (Nigeria): 1985
  • Paul Hamilton (Nigeria): 1987; 1989
  • Manfred Honer (Germany): 1988–1989 (AFCON Bronze 1988)
  • Clemens Westerhof (The Netherlands): 1989–1994  (AFCON Silver 1990; AFCON Bronze 1992; AFCON champions 1994; World Cu qualification success and FIFA World Cup 1994 Round of 16)
  • Amodu Shaibu (Nigeria): 1994–1995; 1996–1997; 2001–2002; 2008–2010 (World Cup qualification success 2002 & 2010; AFCON Bronze 2002 & 2010)
  • Johannes Bonfrere (Netherlands) – 1995–1996; 1999–2001 (AFCON Silver 2000)
  • Philippe Troussier (France): 1997 (1998 FIFA World Cup qualification success)
  • Monday Sinclair (Nigeria): 1997–1998
  • Bora Milutinovic (Yugoslavia): 1998 (FIFA World Cup 1998 Round of 16)
  • Thijs Libregts (The Netherlands): 1999
  • Christian Chukwu (Nigeria): 2002-2005 (AFCON Bronze 2004)
  • Augustine Eguavoen (Nigeria): 2005–2007; 2010; 2022 (AFCON Bronze 2006)
  • Berti Vogts (Germany): 2007–2008
  • Lars Lagerback (Sweden): 2010
  • Samson Siasia (Nigeria): 2010–2011; 2016
  • Stephen Keshi (Nigeria): 2011–2014; 2015 (AFCON champions 2013; FIFA World Cup 2014 Round of 16)
  • Sunday Oliseh (Nigeria): 2015–2016
  • Gernot Rohr (Germany): 2016–2021 (World Cup qualification 2018; AFCON Bronze 2019)
  • Jose Peseiro (Portugal): 2022–2024 (AFCON Silver 2023)
  • Finidi George (Nigeria): 2024
  • Eric Sekou Chelle (France/Mali) : 2025 – present

Super Eagles in AFCON & World Cup Qualifiers

AFCON
Nigeria are three-time Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champions — winning in 1980, 1994, and 2013 — and remain one of Africa’s most consistent football powerhouses. The Super Eagles’ AFCON journey began in the 1960s, but glory first came in Lagos in 1980, known as the Green Eagles then under Brazilian coach Otto Gloria, as a Christian Chukwu-captained  team dazzled to a 3–0 win over Algeria.
A second title followed in 1994 under Clemens Westerhof, led by stars like Rashidi Yekini, Jay-Jay Okocha, and Emmanuel Amuneke, capping a golden era that also saw Nigeria debut at the World Cup. Nearly two decades later, Stephen Keshi guided a youthful squad to the 2013 crown, defeating Burkina Faso 1–0 in Johannesburg.
With also five runners-up finishes and eight bronze medals, the Super Eagles’ blend of flair, resilience, and passion cements their status as one of AFCON’s greatest forces.

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2026 World Cup Qualifiers

The Super Eagles’ quest for Nigeria’s seventh FIFA World Cup appearance ultimately ended in disappointment despite a commanding 4–1 victory over Gabon in the African Playoff semi-final on 13 November 2025 in Rabat, Morocco. The three-time African champions advanced to the final but were defeated 3–4 on penalties by DR Congo after a 1–1 draw in regulation time, failing to qualify for the six-nation intercontinental playoffs where two 2026 FIFA World Cup slots are at stake.
Nigeria had shown renewed promise under coach Eric Sekou Chelle, with Victor Osimhen leading a revitalised attack throughout the qualifying phase. However, the final hurdle proved decisive as DR Congo held firm and edged the shoot-out.
The loss dashed Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the expanded 48-team 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. As the nation comes to terms with the setback, attention now turns to rebuilding confidence, restoring competitive edge, and addressing the shortcomings that derailed their push for a seventh World Cup appearance.

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Super Eagles History, Records & FIFA Ranking

The Super Eagles of Nigeria stand tall as one of Africa’s most successful football national sides, known for their attacking flair, speed, and resilience.

The Nigeria’s team’s golden eras include the 1980 home triumph, the dazzling 1994 generation led by Jay-Jay Okocha and Rashidi Yekini, and the determined 2013 squad under Stephen Keshi.

Legends such as Segun Odegbami, Nwankwo Kanu, Emmanuel Amuneke, and Victor Osimhen have all contributed to the team’s illustrious legacy.

Fierce rivalries with Ghana’s Black Stars and Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions have produced unforgettable duels that define African football passion.

Key achievements include:
• AFCON titles: 3 (1980, 1994, 2013)
• Best World Cup finishes: Three Round of 16 appearances (1994, 1998, 2014)
• Rivalries: Ghana, Cameroon
• Latest FIFA ranking: No. 38 in the world (November 2025)

The Super Eagles remain a feared force and continue looking to write new chapters in their storied history.

Super Eagles FAQs

Who is the Super Eagles coach?

The current head coach is, Franco-Malian, Eric Sekou Chelle, who was contracted in January 2025. He prefers a flexible 4-3-3 / 4-2-3-1 formation and emphasises pressing and quick transitions.

Who is the current Super Eagles captain?

The current Super Eagles captain is William Troost-Ekong. He leads the team on and off the pitch and has earned over 80 caps for Nigeria.

How many AFCON titles have the Super Eagles won?

The Super Eagles have won the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 3 times — in 1980, 1994 and 2013.

What is the best World Cup finish for the Super Eagles?

Their best finish at the FIFA World Cup is reaching the Round of 16 (1994, 1998, 2014).

Who are the Super Eagles’ classic rivalries?

The team has enduring rivalries with Ghana national football team and Cameroon national football team — matches between these sides often generate high drama and strong national interest.

What is the latest FIFA ranking for the Super Eagles?

The latest ranking shows Nigeria at No. 41 in the world (October 2025) and placed among Africa’s top five.

How many times have the Super Eagles appeared at the World Cup?

They have appeared at the FIFA World Cup 6 times (first in 1994) and remain one of Africa’s most consistent qualifiers.

Who is Nigeria’s all‐time most capped player?

The record is held by Ahmed Musa with 111 caps for Nigeria.

Who is Nigeria’s all‐time top scorer?

The record is held by Rashidi Yekini with 37 international goals.

What are the team colours and nickname of the Super Eagles?

The team is nicknamed the “Super Eagles” and traditionally play in green and white — colours that echo the national flag.