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From Iwobi's vlogs to Bassey's meditation: Eric Chelle shares Super Eagles players' pre-match habits
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From Iwobi's vlogs to Bassey's meditation: Eric Chelle shares Super Eagles players' pre-match habits

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opened up on the different personalities within Nigeria’s squad, revealing how players adopt unique routines and mindsets when preparing for matches.The Franco-Malian tactician, in a conversation with Algerian influencer Riadh Belaïche, explained that while some players need several days to mentally prepare before a fixture, others remain relaxed and composed until the final moments before kick-off.Chelle revealed that some members of the squad become increasingly focused as matchday approaches, choosing to stay away from distractions and concentrate ...

June 29, 2026
'Osimhen and Lookman are not here' - Portugal coach impressed by Nigeria depth, hails Iwobi and Bassey
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'Osimhen and Lookman are not here' - Portugal coach impressed by Nigeria depth, hails Iwobi and Bassey

Portugal manager Roberto Martinez has admitted that Nigeria remain a strong and competitive side even in the absence of key forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman ahead of their international fri...

Jun 10, 2026
Ronaldo, Fernandes among four Portugal stars Super Eagles must silence in today's friendly
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Ronaldo, Fernandes among four Portugal stars Super Eagles must silence in today's friendly

Portugal will parade one of the strongest squads in world football when they face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in a blockbuster international friendly in Leiria, with several world-class stars expected to...

Jun 10, 2026
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'They're a similar team to Congo' - Portugal forward expects difficult match against Super Eagles

Portugal forward Francisco Trincão has described Nigeria as a difficult opponent and expects a challenging encounter when both nations meet in an international friendly on Wednesday.The Super Eagles ...

Jun 9, 2026
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'Plays the full 90 minutes' - Portugal coach reveals one player guaranteed to start against Super Eagles

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, manager Roberto Martínez confirmed that Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa is set to play the full 90 minutes in their friendly against the Super Eagles on Wedne...

Jun 9, 2026
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'We cannot compare Nigeria and DRC' - Chelle reveals why Portugal opted for Super Eagles friendly

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has explained why Portugal opted to face Nigeria in an international friendly, stressing that the decision is not based on rankings or comparisons but on playing st...

Jun 9, 2026
'This is a big game for them and for us' - Eric Chelle delighted ahead of Portugal v Nigeria
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'This is a big game for them and for us' - Eric Chelle delighted ahead of Portugal v Nigeria

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has expressed delight ahead of his side’s international friendly against Portugal, describing the encounter as a major opportunity for growth as Nigeria continue ...

Jun 9, 2026
What Super Eagles captain Ndidi said before blockbuster friendly against Portugal
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What Super Eagles captain Ndidi said before blockbuster friendly against Portugal

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has described Nigeria’s upcoming international friendly against Portugal as a major test for the team, insisting the encounter will serve as an important measure o...

Jun 9, 2026
'We came up against their best' - Algeria midfielder reveals what happened against Nigeria at Afcon 2025
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'We came up against their best' - Algeria midfielder reveals what happened against Nigeria at Afcon 2025

Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder Farès Chaïbi has opened up on Algeria’s quarterfinal exit to Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, admitting that the Desert Foxes faced challenges in their pre...

Jun 9, 2026
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Akor Adams no stranger to young referee selected for Portugal v Nigeria clash

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams will be playing under a familiar face when Nigeria take on Portugal in Wednesday's international friendly, with young Spanish referee Mateo Busquets appointed to offici...

Jun 9, 2026
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'It's up to the manager' - Veiga hints Portugal will continue tactical experimentation against Nigeria

Portugal defender Renato Veiga has revealed that the European giants could continue experimenting tactically when they face the Super Eagles of Nigeria in an international friendly on Wednesday night....

Jun 8, 2026
Nigeria 3-0 Senegal: Omewa stars with brace, Oshoala strikes as Super Falcons cruise to victory
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Nigeria 3-0 Senegal: Omewa stars with brace, Oshoala strikes as Super Falcons cruise to victory

The Super Falcons of Nigeria secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Senegal on Monday, completing a back-to-back triumph in their two-legged international friendly ahead of the 2026 Wafcon. The result ...

Jun 8, 2026
'No regrets choosing Nigeria' - Ex-England U16 attacker says ahead of record-breaking Super Eagles appearance
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'No regrets choosing Nigeria' - Ex-England U16 attacker says ahead of record-breaking Super Eagles appearance

Former England U16 attacker Alex Iwobi has insisted he has no regrets about switching his international allegiance from England to Nigeria, ahead of a record-breaking milestone with the Super Eagles.T...

Jun 8, 2026