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CAF
SUPER EAGLES
Nigeria
World Cup 2026
The Super Eagles soar again. Nigeria bring one of Africa's most globally distributed squads to the 2026 World Cup — Victor Osimhen at the sharp end, Samuel Chukwueze out wide, and a Premier League engine room featuring Ndidi, Iwobi, Bassey and Onyeka. West Africa's pride on the biggest stage.
🏆 3x AFCON Winners
⚽ CAF Qualifier
🌍 4th World Cup
12 days until World Cup 2026 kicks off
4
World Cup appearances
1994
World Cup debut
CAF
African Football Confederation
Africa's Premier Football Nation
Nigeria have been Africa's most consistent World Cup performers since their debut in 1994, when they reached the Round of 16 and captured the world's attention with their attacking football. Three Africa Cup of Nations titles (1980, 1994, 2013) and a squad packed with top European talent make the Super Eagles one of CAF's most anticipated representatives in 2026. With Victor Osimhen leading the attack, Nigeria have a genuine world-class striker at the peak of his powers.
3
AFCON Titles
4th
World Cup appearance
R16
Best World Cup finish
Key Storylines
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Osimhen's World Stage
Victor Osimhen is one of the most devastating strikers on the planet. After his record-breaking spell at Napoli — Serie A top scorer 2022-23 — he moved to Galatasaray and kept producing. The 2026 World Cup is his chance to announce himself to a global audience that goes beyond club football.
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Super Eagles Soaring
Nigeria's 4th World Cup appearance comes with arguably their strongest European-based squad ever. From Milan to Fulham to Leicester and beyond, these Eagles play top-flight European football every week — giving them a tactical foundation most African nations cannot match.
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Premier League Power
Wilfried Ndidi (Leicester), Alex Iwobi (Fulham), Calvin Bassey (Fulham) and Frank Onyeka (Brentford) form one of the Premier League's most represented national-team midfield and defensive cores. Their familiarity with English football's intensity gives Nigeria a real engine.
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Chukwueze's Chance
Samuel Chukwueze arrived at AC Milan with massive expectations and the World Cup is where he can finally fulfil his full potential on the global stage. The right winger's pace, directness and ability to cut in on his left foot make him a nightmare for any full-back in the world.
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African Pride
With Morocco (4th in Qatar 2022), Senegal, Egypt and Nigeria all at the 2026 World Cup, CAF's 9 spots represent Africa's strongest ever collective showing. Nigeria will carry the hopes of over 220 million people and one of the world's most passionate football supporter cultures.
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Ademola Lookman — AFCON Hero
Ademola Lookman became a Nigeria icon with his hat-trick in the 2023 AFCON final. The Atalanta winger is one of the most in-form forwards in Serie A — creative, direct and devastatingly clinical in front of goal. Alongside Osimhen and Chukwueze, Nigeria's attack is a genuine danger to any team.
Nigeria Highlights
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1-Minute Classic | Italy vs Nigeria | 1994 Round of 16
10-Minute Classic | Argentina, Caniggia Catch Nigeria | 1994 FIFA World Cup
1-Minute Match | Nigeria Make Great Debut | 1994 FIFA World Cup
1-Minute Match | Nigeria Make Great Debut | 1994 FIFA World Cup
1-Minute Match | Nigeria Make Great Debut | 1994 FIFA World Cup
1-Minute Match | Nigeria Make Great Debut | 1994 FIFA World Cup
Analysis & Features
Latest Nigeria News
Fifa sanctions Nigeria and DR Congo over World Cup play-off
BBC
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2 months, 1 week ago
Why does Galatasaray's Osimhen wear a mask?
BBC
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2 months, 1 week ago
GdS: Fulham inform Milan of intention to buy Chukwueze – the figures of the deal
Sempre Milan
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2 months ago
Carter, Eze and Iwobi named on Football Black List
BBC
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2 months ago
Iwobi forced off injured for Fulham at Brentford LIVE!
Sky Sports
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1 month, 1 week ago
Fulham latest: Silva hopeful on Iwobi injury
Sky Sports
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1 month, 1 week ago
Former Nigeria striker Eneramo dies during match
BBC
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1 month ago
Arsenal report: Victor Osimhen will cost Gunners £200m but club finances mean deal is affordable
FourFourTwo
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1 month ago
Inside Arsenal chief Andrea Berta's Galatasaray trip with Viktor Osimhen transfer mediator
Mirror Football
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1 month ago
Inside Arsenal chief Andrea Berta's Galatasaray trip with Victor Osimhen transfer mediator
Mirror Football
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1 month ago
Iwobi fluffs big chance for Fulham at Wolves LIVE!
Sky Sports
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1 week, 5 days ago