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  • Eguavoen Vows Super Eagles Will Go All Out in AFCON Qualifying Double-Header Against Libya

    Eguavoen Vows Super Eagles Will Go All Out in AFCON Qualifying Double-Header Against Libya

    Augustine Eguavoen, caretaker coach of the Super Eagles, has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to secure maximum points in their upcoming double-header against Libya in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.

    A win in both matches would ensure Nigeria’s qualification for the AFCON 2025 finals, to be held in Morocco.

    Currently sitting at the top of Group D with four points from two games, Eguavoen emphasized the importance of early qualification to avoid any last-minute pressure in the qualifying campaign.

    “We have to be practical about it: our best and surest route to the finals will be to pick up the six points in the matches with Libya, and be somewhat guaranteed of a place in Morocco even before Matchday 5. We don’t want to be in any anxiety in the run-in of this qualifying campaign,” Eguavoen told the NFF website.

    Though the Super Eagles will be without star striker Victor Osimhen, who is sidelined with an injury, Eguavoen remains confident in the team’s other attacking options.

    “I admit we will miss Victor (Osimhen), but I believe in the other strikers available to get us the goals that will give us the three points in Uyo, and the three points in Libya,” he added.

  • Super Eagles Coach Augustine Eguavoen Describes Team’s “Horrible Ordeal” in Libya

    Super Eagles Coach Augustine Eguavoen Describes Team’s “Horrible Ordeal” in Libya

    Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has spoken out about the “horrible ordeal” the Nigerian national football team endured in Libya, where they were stranded for nearly 20 hours at an abandoned airport ahead of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against the Mediterranean Knights.

    The Nigerian contingent, including players and officials, were left without access to water and food, more than two hours’ drive from the venue of their scheduled match.

    The team ultimately withdrew from the game and returned to Nigeria on Monday evening.

    Upon their arrival in Nigeria, Eguavoen expressed his frustration with the Libyan authorities’ treatment of the team.

    “Thanks to the Libyans for letting us go, but it was a horrible 18-20 hours of experience and we don’t want to go through that again,” said Eguavoen.

    The Super Eagles coach described how the team was effectively held hostage at the airport and explained that the dire conditions made it impossible for them to compete in the match.

    “We were held hostage, we could not have played this match under these circumstances,” Eguavoen said. “We know how football can unite the entire world, but in this regard, for them to act like this, I cannot comprehend seriously.”

  • Super Eagles Coach Augustine Eguavoen Calls Up 35 Players for 2025 CHAN Qualifiers Against Ghana

    Super Eagles Coach Augustine Eguavoen Calls Up 35 Players for 2025 CHAN Qualifiers Against Ghana

    Augustine Eguavoen, head coach of the Super Eagles B team, has called up a squad of 35 players in preparation for the upcoming 2025 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifying fixtures against Ghana.

    Notable inclusions in the squad are Ismail Sadiq, the talented wing-back from Remo Stars, dynamic forward Zikifilu Rabiu from Kano Pillars, and creative attacking midfielder Kazeem Ogunleye from Enugu Rangers.

    These players have earned recognition for their exceptional performances in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), positioning them as key assets for the national team.

    The highly anticipated first leg of the clash will take place between December 20th and 22nd, with the return leg set for the following week.

    This two-legged tie will determine which team qualifies for the 2025 Africa Nations Championship, scheduled to be co-hosted by Kenya, Moore, and Tanzania from February 1st to 28th, 2025.

    Below is the full list of players invited by coach Augustine Eguavoen:

    Goalkeepers:

    • Ohisodumeya Osagie (Rivers United)
    • Henry Ozomena (Enyimba FC)
    • Mohammed Galadima (Nasarawa United)

    Defenders:

    • Wisdom Ndom (Akwa United)
    • Stephen Mayo (Rivers United)
    • Ifeanyi Onyebuchi (Enugu Rangers)
    • Ismail Sadiq (Remo Stars)
    • Yusuf Isa (Bayelsa United)
    • Abba Maigari (El-Kanemi Warriors)
    • Taiwo Abdulrafiu (Rivers United)
    • Kabiru Mohammed (Kwara United)
    • Junior Nduka (Remo Stars)
    • Victor Collins (Nasarawa United)
    • Abbas Usman (El-Kanemi Warriors)

    Midfielders:

    • Innocent Godwin (Abia Warriors)
    • Jide Fatokun (Remo Stars)
    • Musa Zayad (El-Kanemi Warriors)
    • Saviour Isaac (Enugu Rangers)
    • Eze Ekwutoziam (Enyimba FC)
    • Aimufua Aisosa (Kwara United)
    • Tochukwu Michael (Remo Stars)
    • Ifeanyi Assurance (Lobi Stars)
    • Kazeem Ogunleye (Enugu Rangers)
    • Seth Mayi (Sunshine Stars)
    • Stanley Oganbor (Lobi Stars)
    • Meyiwa Oritseweyimi (Bendel Insurance)
    • Toyeeb Gidado (Ikorodu City)

    Forwards:

    • Samuel Ayorinde (Shooting Stars)
    • Anas Yusuf (Nasarawa United)
    • Abdul Sanusi (El-Kanemi Warriors)
    • Sikiru Alimi (Remo Stars)
    • Abubakar Adamu (Plateau United)
    • Rabiu Zikifilu (Kano Pillars)
    • Temitope Vincent (Plateau United)
    • Michael Enaruma (Bendel Insurance)

    The squad is expected to enter camp soon to prepare for the critical qualifier, as Nigeria seeks to secure a spot in the prestigious CHAN tournament.