Head coach Eric Chelle names Nigeria's World Cup play-off semi-final squad
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has announced his squad for the upcoming World Cup play-off semi-final with Gabon.
Nigeria's plane forced to make emergency landing ahead of Benin showdown
The Super Eagles plane reportedly had to divert back to Luanda 25 minutes taking off from a refuelling stop due to a heavy crack that appeared on the windshield.
All players and staff disembarked safely in Angola's capital after the unscheduled landing and were awaiting Nigerian government officials to secure permission to fly another aircraft from Lagos to collect the team and fly them to Uyo.
Nigeria are currently in third position in group C following their 2-1 win over Lesotho on Friday and need to win against Benin and hope South Africa stumbles against Rwanda to secure automatic 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.
Eric Chelle's side will host top of the table Benin at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday.
Pape Thiaw names Senegal squad for Brazil and Kenya friendlies
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has unveiled a 27-man squad that reflects both continuity and renewal, as the Lions of Teranga prepare for high-profile friendlies against Brazil and Kenya this month.
Chelsea loanee Mamadou Sarr chooses to represent Senegal over France
Strasbourg's on-loan defender Mamadou Sarr has chosen to represent Senegal at international level despite having represented multiple France youth teams.
Yoane Wissa remains sidelined for Newcastle's trip to Brentford
Newcastle United's plans have taken another hit after it was confirmed that Yoane Wissa will remain sidelined for this weekend's Premier League trip to Brentford, extending his wait for a debut with the Magpies.