Saudi-based forward George Ilenikhena has hinted at a possible call-up to Nigeria's Super Eagles ahead of the team's AFCON qualifiers in September, according to Legit.ng. The opportunity arises after injuries to strikers Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu opened the door for new options in attack. Ilenikhena suggested he could step in to replace Osimhen as Nigeria prepares for its upcoming qualifying fixtures.

Nigeria's national football team faces setbacks ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with striker Paul Onuachu suffering an injury and Victor Osimhen already sidelined, according to Vanguard News. The absences mean two key Super Eagles players are likely to miss the upcoming qualifiers clash, complicating the team's preparations for the continental tournament.

Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine "Cerezo" Eguavoen has been appointed interim coach of Nigeria's women's national football team, the Super Falcons, according to Vanguard News. He will lead the side on a temporary basis, including ahead of the 2028 Olympic qualifiers, while the Nigeria Football Federation continues its search for a permanent manager for the team.

Eric Chelle's contract extension with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has not yet been signed, raising concerns that Nigeria could lose its Super Eagles coach. This uncertainty is compounded by reported interest from Algeria in Chelle's services, which could lead to his departure after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Nigeria has extended the contract of Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, granting him additional responsibilities to oversee the country's Under-23 team, known as the Olympic Eagles. This decision was made during a meeting between the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in Abuja.

Former Super Eagles head coach Augustine Eguavoen has been appointed to lead Nigeria's Super Falcons in their upcoming fixture against Comoros, following the dismissal of Justin Madugu. According to ThisDay Live, Madugu was sacked after the team failed to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup. Eguavoen, who has previously coached Nigeria's men's national team, now takes charge of the women's side as they prepare to face a Comoros team described as free-scoring.