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Eric Chelle reacts to Nigeria making CAF World Cup playoff spot
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle says, while their emphatic 4-0 victory over Benin was not enough to secure direct qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the performance was one to remember.
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World Cup qualifiers: Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire book spots in 2026 global showpiece
Senegal and Cote d'Ivoire confirmed their qualification for the 2026 World Cup in CAF qualifying action on Tuesday night, while Nigeria, Gabon and DR Congo will battle it out in the playoffs for a spot at the global showpiece.
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle urges composure ahead of Benin decider
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle says their FIFA World Cup qualifier at home against group leaders Benin will demand composure and focus from his players.
World Cup qualifiers: Aubameyang bags four against Gambia, Ivory Coast humble Seychelles
Ivory Coast scored seven unanswered goals against Seychelles in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Friday, while Senegal won 5-0 at South Sudan.
Super Eagles captain reveals mindset in World Cup qualification
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong has spoken of the belief and confidence running through the Super Eagles camp ahead of their must-win FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in Polokwane.
Nigerian striker Akor Adams grateful after first LaLiga goal for Sevilla
Sevilla striker Akor Adams expressed gratitude after coming on as a substitute to score the winner for Sevilla in a 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.
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