January 7, 2026 the Nigeria Super Eagles are currently in the middle of a high-stakes campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON in Morocco
Here is everything you need to know about the team right now:
1. AFCON 2025 Performance
The Super Eagles have just reached the Quarter-Finals after a dominant performance in the knockout rounds
Latest Result (Jan 5, 2026):Nigeria thrashed Mozambique 4-0 in the Round of 16.
Group Stage: They finished strong in Group C, which included a 3-1 win over Uganda and a tight 3-2 victory over Tunisia
Next Match: Nigeria is scheduled to face the winner of the DR Congo vs. Algeria match in the Quarter-Finals.
2. The 2026 World Cup Qualification Heartbreak
While the AFCON run is going well, the team recently suffered a massive blow regarding the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Elimination: Nigeria officially missed out on direct qualification after finishing second in their group behind South Africa.
Playoff Loss:They entered the CAF Playoff tournament for second-place teams but lost to the DR Congo on penalties (4-3) after a 1-1 draw in the final.
Legal Appeal:The NFF has filed a petition against the DRC regarding player eligibility, hoping for a technical reversal, but as it stands, Nigeria is not headed to the 2026 World Cup.
3. The Coach: Eric Chelle
The team is currently led byEric Sékou Chelle, a Franco-Malian coach appointed in January 2025.
Record:He has brought much-needed stability, recording 8 wins in his first 13 matches
Philosophy: He has integrated younger talents like Akor Adams and Tolu Arokodare alongside veterans like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman
4. Star Player Watch
Victor Osimhen: Continues to be the talisman, recently scoring a hat-trick against Benin Republic in the qualifiers.
Ademola Lookman: Named in the AFCON 2025 Group Stage Best XI after a stellar performance with 2 goals and 2 assists.
Stanley Nwabali: Remains the undisputed Number 1 goalkeeper after a string of clean sheets.
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