US EditionNigeria Boycott Training Before World Cup Play-Off
The Nigerian team ended their boycott after resolving disputes with officials and will train in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of their World Cup playoff against Gabon, with only one prior practice session.
- On Wednesday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria suspended their boycott and will resume training one day before the 2026 World Cup playoff against Gabon, the team's media unit confirmed.
- After reported talks, officials said all pending issues between players, team officials and relevant football authorities were reportedly resolved, allowing the national team to refocus on the upcoming encounter.
- Since arriving in Rabat the squad has trained only once, on Monday, November 10, with 16 players, and the playoff is scheduled for Thursday at 5:00 pm with a training session at 5:00 pm today.
- Concerns emerged about the team's readiness as the standoff threatened to cast a shadow over Nigeria's qualification campaign for next year’s FIFA World Cup.
- With the boycott lifted, attention turns to how coaches and staff will restore full momentum and tactical sharpness ahead of the clash with Gabon.
16 Articles
16 Articles
Super Eagles Suspend Boycott, Set To Resume Training
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially suspended their boycott and are set to resume training, just one day ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup playoff against Gabon, the team’s media unit confirmed on Wednesday. The announcement comes after all pending issues between players, officials, and the relevant football authorities were reportedly resolved, clearing the way for the national team to focus fully on their upcoming encounter. The pl…
Super Eagles Resume Training for 2026 FIFA World Cup Playoffs
Nigeria’s Super Eagles returned to the training ground on Wednesday evening, as focus shifts firmly to Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa playoff semi-final clash with the Panthers of Gabon. The pay dispute that reared its head and knocked off Tuesday’s training session has been put to bed, and the players now look forward to […]
The Nigeria boycott scandal, sparked by unpaid bonuses to players in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and 2026 World Cup qualifiers, has come to a happy end.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 67% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
