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Nigeria administration in Nigeria needs more ex-players and educated minds according to former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong. Ekong, 32, called time on his international career in after 10 years and 83 caps for Nigeria. He revealed that he has started taking relevant courses made available by the English FA for players transiting in their careers. The former Watford Center-half revealed his ambitions to run for office in the NFF albeit he did not give any specifics.

Former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has given the clearest hint that he will return to the Country not as a player but as an administrator to help ‘enhance’ the game. Ekong who called time on his international career in 2025 has suggested that he will consider vying for a position in the NFF and has charged former players to get involved.

Former Super Eagles midfielder, Sunday Mba has scored Africa’s representation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup high, but also admits that there is room for improvement. Africa had nine automatic spots and earned an additional one through the playoffs, bringing the number to 10 countries – including a debut tournament for Cabo Verde. With the exception Tunisia, Africa witnessed multiple teams (9) reach the knockout phase of the World Cup tournament, a remarkable progress in the Continent’s history.

World champions, Argentina score twice in the closing minutes to crush England’s dream as Lionel Messi inspires another unforgettable World Cup escape. Lionel Messi once again proved why he is regarded as one of football’s greatest-ever players as Argentina produced another breathtaking late comeback to defeat England 2-1 and book their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

World champions, Argentina score twice in the closing minutes to crush England’s dream as Lionel Messi inspires another unforgettable World Cup escape. Lionel Messi once again proved why he is regarded as one of football’s greatest-ever players as Argentina produced another breathtaking late comeback to defeat England 2-1 and book their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

In a pulsating FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Argentina defeated England 2-1 with a dramatic late comeback, booking their place in Sunday’s final against Spain. Lionel Messi once again proved why he remains football’s ultimate big-game player, inspiring two goals in the final stages to secure victory for the defending champions. The highly anticipated clash between two football powerhouses lived up to its billing.

Former Super Eagles forward, Daniel Amokachi has challenged the NFF to make every FIFA window count as preparations begin for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, insisting Nigeria’s absence from the 2026 tournament should serve as a wake up call. Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after a disappointing qualifying campaign, extending the disappointment of missing back-to-back tournaments.

Some football matches are simply games. England versus Argentina has never been one of them. When the two nations walk onto the pitch for their 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, they will not just be playing for a place in the final. They will be adding another unforgettable chapter to a rivalry that has defined generations, divided continents, produced football’s greatest heroes and villains, and repeatedly changed the history of the World Cup itself.

Lionel Messi has admitted that facing England in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals will be “special” as defending champions Argentina prepare for a blockbuster clash against Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions in Atlanta. The Albiceleste booked their place in the last four after defeating Switzerland 3-1 after extra time, while England edged Norway 2-1 in another tough quarter-final to set up one of the most eagerly anticipated matches of the tournament.

Former Super Eagles forward Peter Ijeh has offered a scathing assessment of football affair in the Country, and has alleged that a ‘cabal’ is profiting off the Nigeria’s administrative misfortunes. Speaking with Brila.net, Ijeh identified the lack of accountability to be at the heart of Nigeria’s Sports administration woes. The former player who retired in 2012 and has since taking up Coaching roles in Sweden and is one of several Nigerians who hold top positions in global football.