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 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

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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 by **Eric 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 Arokodarealongside 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.

Super Eagles Current Form (Last 5 Matches)

• | Opponent | Competition | Result | Score |
• Mozambique AFCON R16 | Win 4-0
• Uganda AFCON Groups Win 3-1
• Tunisia AFCON Groups Win 3-2
• Tanzania AFCON Groups | Win 2-1
• Egypt Friendly Loss 1-2