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TheSuperNerd:
Ghana are in talks with Former Morocco Coach, Walid Regragui who led Morocco at the last Afcon and to the semis of the 2022 WC. Really interesting. We will see if anything materialises coz if it does work out, Ghana v Morocco is gonna be very very hot in their potential next meeting. Lol

🇬🇭 GFA in talks with Walid Regragui to replace Otto Addo as Black Stars coach.

Regragui led Morocco to the semi-final of the 2022 World Cup and final of AFCON 2025.

More on the developing story from @garyalsmith 🎙️ #SportyFM pic.twitter.com/TPqmqSUU3i

— SportyFM Ghana (@SportyFM_) March 31, 2026

omo that will be massive for Ghana.

semid4lyfe:
An emotional reaction.

Heard from an egbon sports journalist that their FA is divided between appointing

1. Kwesi Appiah

or

2. Eric Sekou Chelle

Sekou Chelle that is now getting his rhythm with Nigeria . I doubt he will leave

Carney don score oo. What a debut for the young man

Ghana just dey collect from Austria lool

Cecco90:
I am still worried that we don't have an alternative for Iwobi in the middle.

honestly this is the main issue in this team.

Sugarboyy:
Fernandez will bench Ogbu and even Ajayi. He has a very high ceilings in the transfer market right now and if he makes a big move, it will only becoming a short time before he becomes our CB after Bassey and Fredrick. Don't forget he is also a high scoring CB

the guy was impressive today. I agree 💯

solonnachi:
All I know be say Nwaiwu and Fernandez cannot bench Benji Frederick, Calvin Bassey and Igor Ogbu.

igor ogbu yes. But others very unlikely.

Papi85:
he will come good. I saw a lot of positives in his game

yea but I am not comfortable with his passes. Fenandez is more mobile

Emmy450:
This Iranian team should quit football abeg, WTF is this eyesore

noooo. They are just playing against a good side. Mind up 20th in FIFA world ranking is not moi moi

AndSunGorilla:
Make Chelle invite am?

lool u wan make I start wetin I no fit finish 😂😂😂😂

TheSuperNerd:
I think David Okereke also scored in this game. This was a stacked U23 lineup. Overkill!!!


Modified after rewatching: Omo, the K.Nwakali-Osimhen synergy ehn. Too bad we never saw it at the senior level. They cooked across 3 levels (U17, U20 and U23).

massive synergy. Nwakali was a killer with those long through passes.

elyte89:
If Morocco had been the one to file this kind of petition, FIFA would have had no choice but to properly open and address the case. The unity within 🇲🇦 is undeniable ;look at the recent trophy decision. There’s been no public backlash from their journalists or citizens questioning its legitimacy. They stand together and defend their interests collectively.

In contrast, when it comes to Nigeria’s case against DR Congo, we see the opposite. Some of our own sports journalists and citizens were quick to criticize the NFF, accusing them of trying to reach the World Cup through the “backdoor.” This lack of unity weakens our position. A divided front makes it easier for external bodies to dismiss us without serious consideration.

From the outset, FIFA didn’t take Nigeria’s petition seriously, and our internal divisions only reinforced that. If we had collectively amplified our voices media, stakeholders, and citizens alike demanding a timely and fair review, FIFA would have been compelled to properly treat the case. Even if the outcome didn’t favor us, at least we would have had sufficient time to escalate the matter to CAS and pursue justice.

At this point, it wouldn’t be surprising if Jamaica is already preparing a similar petition should the need arise. FIFA’s response to Nigeria suggests there was merit in the case, and others may now look to take advantage of that precedent.

baba 3 GBOSA for you.

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Kog45:
Diego Simone also yanked him off against Real Madrid cuz he failed defensively abi..Yanked him off another disrespectful words....am not confusing you with someone else,at least three of you here do comes out to nail the guy,I called you out for affirming a comment that Lookman game is boring,hope you remember your "someone finally said it"

what are you even saying ? What is bad with yanking him off if he is not performing ? Even the coach mentioned it. Abi are you now better than diego simeone?.
You are not a better fan by being economical with the truth

Omo we dey forget the nonsense goal uzoho conceded against Zimbabwe . Abi nah coach cause that one ? Our problem is mutifacted

ChrisKels:
OSIMHEN Played in London yesterday and he’s already in Lagos today.

But if na to reach camp for training he go take am 1week+. 🤔

na u write am abi u dey quote person 😂

TheSuperNerd:
I am glad Emmanuel Fernandez is finally home. Good CB addition. Time to show us what he's got in the GWG. His callup was easy. No switch needed. Just give him a passport and viola.

It is the likes of Meghoma, Kayode, Nwaneri, Marcandalli, and co that will require switch of allegiance.

yes ooo. Exciting times for super eagles.

Napoleon55:
It's a shame on Motsepe and Morocco, Anything they like,let them do,they will never be regarded among the African football powerhouse,
They and CAF would probably want to deploy a plan to win next AFCON, but still they won't be among the powerhouse.
The African powerhouse are:

Nigeria
Egypt
Cameron
CIV
Ghana
Senegal

Their Cinderella runs in football may just have ended, it's more likely they won't cross first round at the world cup.

This decision by Motsepe is nonsense, I wonder what all the west African representatives are doing in that CAF.

Next they will join all the U17 best teams in Africa in the same group, and Nigeria and the west African countries would continue to allow such rubbish pairings to continue and as a result Nigeria or Ghana won't qualify for U17 world cup.

part of the reason we are not producing U17 boys again

How can you join Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal in one group/tournament.

Who knows when the next caf election is coming up ? Honestly these guys need to be removed

TheSuperNerd:
Hi Great Thread of Nigerian Football, it is indeed a good day to be alive and be excited for what 2026 still promises.

Today is My Birthday and I want to remind everyone out there not to give up on whatever their dreams, aims, aspirations, project pursuits, goals, etc are.
Victor Osimhen did not and look at him today and his story is still not done. John Mikel Obi did not and now he is a bonafide Nigerian legend. Rashidi "Rasheed" Yekini did not and he remains the one of the pinnacles among African Strikers today.


Lastly, on a flip note, Elyte89 is still not giving up on his Super Eagles job dream despite we all knowing how impossible it is and he is also not giving up on Nigeria heading to USCAMEX 2026 World Cup, so honestly what excuse you get?

Cheers to me and Cheers to us all.... God Bless You.

happy birthday super nerd. Wishing you the very best

elyte89:
Come to think of it ,if truly the petition has no substance,FIFA WOULD HAVE REJECTED IT ever since and not waiting till now ..this is a good sign though

I know FIFA very well when it comes to petitions ..once it lacks substance ,they throw it out within one month max

you are doing well. I doubt this playoff will happen.

TheSuperNerd:
A simple trivia... GKs wars: Trust and reliability

The Super Eagles are in the final of the 2027 Afcon and will inevitably end that game in penalties shootout. Question is which Goalkeeper do you absolutely trust to man the goal even into penalty shootouts?

Option A. Maduka Okoye

Option B. Arthur Okonkwo

Option C. Francis Uzoho

Option D. Amas Obasogie

Option E. Stanley Nwabali

Nwabali

Spainever:
If you are expecting FIFA to decide on Nigeria / Dr Congo 5 days to the play off you will be a joker. Traveling to Mexico requires visa applications and other logistics hence if FIFA wanted to replace Congo Dr they would have done so since . 14 days to qualifiers teams have applied for visas and prepare logistics . NFF gave Nigerians fake false hope

we don hear. Can you now rest?

Predator87:
Who is Imade going to bench? Someone that is scoring goals for the world champions Spain and plays for Bayern Munich women will sit on the bench in the Super falcons team abi? You are delusional. Instead of holding the useless NFF accountable you make excuses for them until we miss out on yet another world cup. Keep wallowing in mediocrity.

BTW i never said anything about Onuachu. Dont put words in my mouth. I am talking about Orban. He is better than Sadiq, Ihenacho, Moffi and the other mediocre strikers we keep calling up. Keep in mind before Chelle no body was even looking at Ako Adams. This is how people here write off players without scouting them and giving them opportunities.

you are absolutely right but also absolutely not knowledgeable enough to know the reason orban is yet to play for us. Baba really want to play for us. The same issue with players real nationality is the only factor withholding gift orban invitation. The guy for don play for Nigeria since but it's not yet verified if he is from togo or Nigeria. NFF yes, can be very annoying about our sport development but you can't take away the fact that they understand the politics of the game by being careful. Reason this DR Congo case will chart a new path. Some of these players that chose other countries over us were contacted. Besides Chelle is looking for players that fits his philosophy and at least will challenge or even bench our current players.

TheLoneCitizen:
Lookman becoming really boring to watch

finally.

mrwilliams9:
Osi HAS to get better with timing his runs.

2 offsides already in the first half. Come on my guy! You are better than this

osimhen is fast, the gala players need to release the ball on time .

minfelix:
Im not gonna lie this is funny😂😂, pls what medication will one use to treat this ailments, many people get this disease😂😂
Its fast spreading

😂😂😂😂😂😂it's becoming crazy honestly.

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ThunderFireAgba:
Instead of them to carry placards and front the NFF/NSC offices, they are here writing sexy penetrating english and catching feelings on someone who dares come against their opinions.
They don't know reality is different from writing journals no one gets to read.

you with sexy penetrating behaviour nko? Can't you allow others believe or hope because there is actually reason to? The issue with people like you is that you feel you know all or figured it out all but I doubt because of your behavior of not respecting another man' s view. You can actually make a reasonable submission without being derogatory.
In simple words , what evidence do you have that the case was ditched ? Has FIFA called you? Are you one of them? Did Dr Congo show you any evidence or are you depending on media with their content creation? Can you explain what you meant by reality is different from writing journal nobody cares to read? If you can't answer these , then it will be nice to reduce your oral diarrhoea and respects peoples' views.

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Karlovich:
The 3 point deduction for South Africa was a valid one and I never believed they will escape the sanctions (a multiple yellow card issue)

I agree with you, Nigeria will qualify once the verdict is passed. Keep the faith, your NFF hired reputable lawyers who will do the magic before the playoffs.

FIFA are currently reviewing DR Congo's constitution and will drop the hammer on them soon, this is from an inside source at NFF

😂😂😂😂😂 I like the cruise sha. Anyway somebody go still play the playoff

Karlovich:
Exactly, continue hoping and dreaming. FIFA will announce the verdict March 31st. This is from exclusive source.

Malaysia was banned by FIFA so DR Congo will be banned

Suriname is in the playoffs too and FIFA is working on banning both DR Congo and Suriname since they both don't allow dual nationality, Suriname has Dutch players.

Nigeria will be at the 2026 WC, keeping hoping and dreaming.

This man, what is with you and Nff case. So your funny brain no tell you say the news you heard yesterday was fake
Na so Una talk of South Africa point deductions and it happened.

FIFA is not in a rush, technically it's expected that Dr congo should be FiFA site or whatever you call until the case is finalized even if it's one day to the match.
Besides, the first people to get the news of the verdict is the different football federation not your fake news outlet

It's annoying how media has turned to content creation. Nff is a member of FIFA and FIFA respects it's member and if Nigeria FA has told you they submitted a case , be rest assured that FIFA must respect it and the verdict must come out( it's a rule). The hammer will come whether positive or negative. No be news media go tell you.
If u no dey wait, some way sabi dey wait. I dont know why u wan kill yourself 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.