Complete sport nigeria football news
Here are some recent and notable football news from Nigeria:
Super Eagles
- The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn in Group D of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, alongside Cape Verde, Central African Republic, and Liberia.
- The team's head coach, Gernot Rohr, has announced a 25-man squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
- Nigeria's Super Eagles have been ranked 32nd in the latest FIFA world rankings.
NPFL
- The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) has been suspended indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The league was initially suspended in March 2020, but the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced that it will not resume until further notice.
- The NPFL has been plagued by issues such as poor infrastructure, lack of funding, and player strikes.
CAF Champions League
- Nigerian club, Enyimba, has been eliminated from the CAF Champions League after losing 2-1 to Moroccan side, Raja Casablanca, in the second leg of their playoff tie.
- The team's coach, Fatai Osho, has expressed disappointment at the team's exit from the competition.
Other News
- The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced that it will be introducing a new league system, with the top four teams in the NPFL qualifying for the CAF Champions League.
- The NFF has also announced plans to establish a women's league in Nigeria.
- The Nigerian government has pledged to support the development of football in the country, with a focus on youth development and infrastructure development.
Recent Results
- Super Eagles 2-1 Lesotho (2022 World Cup qualifier)
- Enyimba 1-2 Raja Casablanca (CAF Champions League playoff)
- Kano Pillars 2-1 Rivers United (NPFL matchday 25)
Upcoming Fixtures
- Super Eagles vs Cape Verde (2022 World Cup qualifier)
- Enyimba vs Mamelodi Sundowns (CAF Confederation Cup group stage)
- Kano Pillars vs Akwa United (NPFL matchday 26)
Please note that the news and results may not be up to date, and you can always check with reputable sources for the latest information.