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Nigeria Super Eagles to Take on DR Congo in 2026 World Cup Africa Qualifiers Final

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The DR Congo Leopards will face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the final of the 2026 World Cup Africa qualifiers in Morocco on Sunday. DR Congo secured their spot after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Cameroon in the second semi-final at Stade El Barid in Rabat. Captain Chancel Mbemba scored a stoppage-time winner, heading in a corner from Brian Cipenga in the first minute of added time to stun the five-time African champions. Cameroon, who hold the African record for the most World Cup appearances with eight, will miss out on the expanded 48-team tournament next year after losing their automatic spot in the playoffs to Cape Verde, marking the latter’s first-ever World Cup qualification. Earlier, Nigeria advanced to the final with a 4-1 win over Gabon after extra time at Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. The winner of the Africa playoff final will move on to a six-team intercontinental qualifier in Mexico by March 2026, which will determine the last two spots for the 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

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CAF Announces Free Electronic Visas For AFCON Morocco 2025 Supporters

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 Local Organising Committee have announced that fans attending the tournament will be eligible for free electronic visas. In a statement released on Friday, CAF confirmed that citizens of countries that normally require a visa to enter Morocco will benefit from the initiative. Electronic visas for supporters attending the tournament, scheduled from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, can now be obtained free of charge through the YALLA app. The announcement comes as global interest in Africa’s biggest football event continues to grow, with more fans booking tickets through CAF’s official ticketing platform. CAF emphasized that a Fan ID is mandatory for entry into all stadiums and official fan zones. “CAF supporters can apply for both the Fan ID and e-visa in one place inside the YALLA app, streamlining travel and stadium access. The Fan ID application and e-visa request are completed seamlessly within the app, ensuring a faster, easier, and secure experience for international and local fans alike,” the statement added. To apply, fans are required to download the YALLA app via Google Play or the App Store, or visit the YALLA website, complete the Fan ID form, and submit the e-visa request if applicable. Once approved, supporters can purchase match tickets on the CAF ticketing platform. CAF explained that the new measures are aimed at providing a smooth and secure experience for fans across nine stadiums in six host cities. “CAF, with support from the LOC, reaffirms its commitment to delivering a world-class spectator experience throughout Africa’s greatest football celebration,” the statement read. So far, 298,000 tickets have been sold in the first two phases of sales, with buyers from 33 African countries and 106 nations worldwide.

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Super Eagles Beat Gabon 4–1 After Extra Time to Reach World Cup Play-Off Final

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The Super Eagles secured a 4–1 extra-time victory over Gabon to advance to the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-offs in Rabat, Morocco. Nigeria showcased determination and attacking flair against a resilient Gabonese side. Sevilla forward Akor Adams opened the scoring in the 78th minute, finishing neatly from inside the box after sustained pressure from the Super Eagles. Gabon responded late, with Mario Lemina equalizing in the 89th minute to force extra time. In the additional period, Nigeria dominated. Chidera Ejuke restored their lead in the 97th minute, before Victor Osimhen took over, scoring in the 102nd and 110th minutes to complete a memorable 4–1 win. The Super Eagles will now face the winner of the semi-final between Cameroon and DR Congo in the play-off final on Sunday, November 16. The winner will move on to the inter-confederation play-offs, keeping alive hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

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JUST IN: Nigeria Players End Protest, Resume Training Ahead of Gabon Tie

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The Nigerian national team has resumed training, bringing an end to over 24 hours of uncertainty following a protest over unpaid allowances and bonuses. The standoff, which attracted international attention, prompted urgent intervention from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the National Sports Commission (NSC). A meeting in Rabat between the players, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, and NSC officials reportedly resolved the dispute. All 24 invited players—including Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, and captain William Troost-Ekong—are now back in camp and available for selection. The team’s focus has shifted to tactical preparations for Thursday’s semi-final against Gabon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa Play-off Tournament, while Cameroon and DR Congo contest the other semi-final. The resolution comes as a major relief for head coach Eric Chelle, whose preparations had been interrupted by the standoff, allowing Nigeria to concentrate on its push to return to the World Cup after missing out in 2022.

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Peter Obi Criticises Government Over Unpaid Super Eagles Allowances, Calls Nigeria “Now Disgraced Country”

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Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Federal Government over reports that the Super Eagles have not received their allowances, describing the situation as a mark of a “now disgraced country.” Obi’s reaction comes after Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi shared a video highlighting the poor condition of the team’s accommodation in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon. In a statement on Tuesday via X, Obi said it was “truly unfortunate” that players who consistently give their best in representing the nation are still owed their entitlements, even as the government continues to spend on “needless lavish spending and political patronage.” He stressed that failing to properly care for national athletes sends the wrong message to Nigerian youth and urged authorities to prioritise the welfare of those who represent the country. Obi wrote: “It is truly unfortunate that our Super Eagles, who consistently give their best in representing our dear nation, are being owed their allowances. We always seem to find money to waste on needless lavish spending and political patronage, yet we cannot pay those who patriotically raise our flag, bring us pride, and serve with dedication. That is what is found in a ‘now disgraced country.’ When those who serve their country are not treated with dignity, it sends the wrong message to our youth, that hard work and service are not rewarded. Those who represent Nigeria deserve to be paid promptly and treated with respect. We must do better.”

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Andrés Iniesta Faces Investigation in Peru Over Alleged €500,000 Fraud

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Former Barcelona star Andrés Iniesta is under investigation by Peruvian authorities over allegations of aggravated fraud involving approximately €500,000 (around US $600,000). Reports indicate that Iniesta’s company, Never Say Never (NSN), along with its Peruvian subsidiary NSN Sudamerica S.A.C, allegedly collected funds from local investors to organize sports and music events that never materialized. The company was reportedly liquidated in 2024 after investors sought accountability for the missing funds. Iniesta’s representatives have denied the allegations, describing them as “malicious” and expressing confidence that the Peruvian justice system will handle the case fairly. The investigation remains in its early stages, and the Spanish football legend has not been formally charged.

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Super Eagles Captain Troost-Ekong Says Team Boycott In Morocco Was Over Unpaid Bonuses, Not Extra Demands

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Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has clarified that the team did not boycott training in Morocco over additional bonus demands, stressing that the players were only raising concerns about unpaid allowances and bonuses owed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Posting on his official 𝕏 account on Tuesday, Troost-Ekong dismissed claims that the squad was seeking extra payments ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs. He stated, “Once resolution is found we will be the first to confirm. Any other statement/claim or eSPECIALly demands other than the rightful request written about below is FALSE. All we want and continue to do is focus on the big games ahead.” The clarification followed reports suggesting that the Super Eagles were holding out for additional payments before resuming training. The standoff took place in Rabat, Morocco, where players and officials skipped their Tuesday evening session in protest over outstanding allowances. The team has yet to receive payments for qualifying for both the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2026 World Cup playoff. Nigeria is scheduled to face Gabon in the semi-final of the African playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday. The winner will advance to the final to face either Congo DR or Cameroon for a chance to secure Africa’s sole intercontinental playoff spot.

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Super Eagles Boycott Training Over Unpaid Bonuses Ahead Of Gabon World Cup Play-Off

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles and their technical team skipped training in Rabat on Tuesday to protest unpaid bonuses, raising concerns ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa play-off semi-final against Gabon, PUNCH Online reports. The players and staff reportedly withheld participation due to outstanding allowances dating back to 2019, which cover achievements such as reaching the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and qualifying for the World Cup play-offs, according to BBC Sports journalist Oluwashina Okeleji. Okeleji shared on X that the team was “awaiting a quick resolution to continue preparation for Thursday’s game,” noting that the squad is frustrated by “empty promises” regarding their bonuses. A statement allegedly signed by the Super Eagles and their technical crew read: “The full squad, including officials, withheld from training today in Morocco because of unresolved issues with outstanding payments. The Super Eagles are awaiting a quick resolution to continue preparation for Thursday’s game with Gabon. Thank you. From the players.” Sports photojournalist Sulaimon Adebayo, covering the team in Morocco, confirmed the boycott. PUNCH Online reached out to Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Communications Director Ademola Olajire and Super Eagles media officer Promise Efoghe for comment. Efoghe acknowledged the message but had not responded by the time of reporting. The squad in Morocco includes 23 players: captain William Troost-Ekong; forwards Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, Chidera Ejuke, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, and Akor Adams; defenders Calvin Bassey, Chidozie Awaziem, Benjamin Frederick, Semi Ajayi, Zaidu Sanusi, Amas Obasogie, and Stanley Nwabali; and midfielders Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, Raphael Onyedika, Alhassan Yusuf, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, and Bright Osayi-Samuel. Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, recently back in form with Udinese, is yet to join the camp. The team had held their first full training session on Monday in Rabat with 14 players, as head coach Eric Chelle prepared the squad. Sevilla duo Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke were absent, while African Footballer of the Year Ademola Lookman arrived later in the afternoon. The Super Eagles are set to face Gabon on Thursday at the 22,000-capacity Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. Meanwhile, Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo will contest the other semi-final at El-Barid Stadium, with the winners meeting in the final on November 16 to determine who advances to the inter-confederation play-offs for a spot at the 2026 World Cup in North America.

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