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Нигерия is the men's national football team, currently ranked #30 in the FIFA World Rankings based in Abuja, playing their home matches at Abuja National Stadium. Follow Нигерия on FotMob for live match updates, detailed statistics, squad information, transfer news, and comprehensive performance analytics.

Ademola Lookman leads Нигерия's scoring in league play with 2 goals this season. Victor Osimhen has contributed 2, while Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has added 1.

Нигерия have been in mixed form recently, winning 1 of their last 5 matches (20% win rate). They have scored 8 goals and conceded 11 during this period. Overall, they have shown good attacking threat. However, defensive frailties have been a concern, conceding an average of 2.2 goals per game. In the Friendlies, they faced a 2-2 draw with Poland, a 1-2 loss to Portugal, and a 3-3 draw with Russia. In the Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L, they faced a 2-1 win against Madagascar, and a 0-3 loss to Guinea-Bissau.

Recent results for Нигерия:

• 3 июня 2026 г.: Friendlies - 2-2 draw at Poland
• 10 июня 2026 г.: Friendlies - 1-2 loss at Portugal
• 25 сентября 2026 г.: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - 2-1 win vs Madagascar
• 29 сентября 2026 г.: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - 0-3 loss at Guinea-Bissau
• 6 октября 2026 г.: Friendlies - 3-3 draw at Russia

Upcoming fixtures for Нигерия:

• 15 ноября 2025 г.: Friendlies - at Venezuela
• 11 ноября 2026 г.: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - vs Tanzania
• 15 ноября 2026 г.: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - at Tanzania
• 24 марта 2027 г.: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - at Madagascar
• 28 марта 2027 г.: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification Grp. L - vs Guinea-Bissau

Looking ahead, Нигерия have 2 home games and 3 away fixtures in their next 5 matches. Upcoming opponents: Venezuela (away), Tanzania (home), Tanzania (away), Madagascar (away), and Guinea-Bissau (home).

Нигерия currently sits in 2nd place in the Africa Cup of Nations Qualification (Grp. L) with 3 points from 2 matches (1W 0D 1L).

Нигерия's squad consists of 42 players. Goalkeepers: Maduka Okoye (Udinese), Samuel James (SJK), Arthur Okonkwo (Charlton Athletic), Michael Atata (Nigeria), Stanley Nwabili (Chippa United). Defenders: Akpe Victory (Basel), Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest), Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos), Benjamin Fredrick (Brentford), Emmanuel Fernandez (Rangers), Semi Ajayi (Hull City), Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham City), Chibuike Nwaiwu (Trabzonspor), Kenneth Igboke (Enugu Rangers), Vince Osuji (Tromsø), Calvin Bassey (Fulham). Midfielders: Mubarak Suleiman (Slavia Prague), Ridwan Popoola (Al-Wasl), Abdullahi Bewene (Baník Ostrava), Isaac James (Alverca), Aderemi Adeoye (Ikorodu City), Wilfred Ndidi (Beşiktaş), Abdullahi Umar (Hradec Králové), Ademola Lookman (Atlético Madrid), Frank Onyeka (Coventry City), Stephen Michael (Vendsyssel FF), Wilfred George Igor (Kristiansund), Samuel Chukwueze (Milan), Alex Iwobi (Fulham), Chibuzo Nwoko (Fulham U21), Raphael Onyedika (Eintracht Frankfurt). Forwards: Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray), George Ilenikhena (Al Ittihad), Tolu Arokodare (Ajax), Umar Abubakar (Famalicão), Peter Edokpolor (Benfica B), Kelechi Ịheanachọ (Bursaspor), Moses Simon (Paris FC), Ibraheem Mahfus Ajasa (FC Rostov), Taiwo Awoniyi (Coventry City), Akor Adams (Venezia), Moses Usor (LASK).

Éric Chelle is the current head coach of Нигерия. Under their leadership, the team has achieved a 55% win rate across 33 matches, averaging 1.88 points per game.

Notable previous managers include Augustine Eguavoen managed the club for 3 seasons, recording 6 wins from 12 matches (50% win rate). José Peseiro managed the club for 6 seasons, recording 11 wins from 23 matches (48% win rate). Other former coaches include Finidi George, and Gernot Rohr.

Нигерия plays their home matches at Abuja National Stadium in Abuja, which has a capacity of 60,491.

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