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Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has apologized to Nigerians for failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and expressed his intention to stay on as the team's manager. No further details were provided in the statement.
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Nigeria's 2018 away jersey has been ranked among the top 10 most iconic World Cup kits by FIFA, according to a BBC Sport report. The team's away kit from the 2018 tournament is now considered an iconic part of football history.
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Abia State Governor Alex Otti hosted Super Eagles player Samuel Chukwueze and unveiled plans for a new Abia stadium city project in Umuahia. Construction on the proposed sports complex is set to begin soon.
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Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has dismissed rumors about his potential departure from the Turkish club, despite speculation fueled by comments from Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle.