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The Super Eagles of Nigeria will on Sunday contend with the Leopards of DR Congo in Morocco's capital to qualify for the 2026 World Cup scheduled to take place in March. Star forward Victor Osimhen scored twice in extra time to clinch a 4-1 semifinal victory for Nigeria over Gabon. Captain Chancel Mbemba was the Congolese hero in the second semifinal, scoring in the first minute of added time to beat eight-time World Cup qualifiers Cameroon 1-0 in torrential rain in Rabat.

Forbes’ latest ranking of the top ten footballers in 2025 has proven that football is not just the world’s most popular sport- it is also a huge business, where the stars are making staggering fortunes from their on-field exploits and off-field ventures, including endorsements, investments, and other businesses.

On Sunday, November 9, 2025, the Super Eagles of Nigeria arrived at camp in Rabat, Morocco, ten days ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, also known as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) playoffs. The initial group of players and team officials reached the Rive Hotel in Rabat on Sunday afternoon, marking the beginning of what could be a crucial week in Nigeria’s quest to qualify once again for the world’s biggest football tournament.

FIFA has nominated Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, among the top contenders for the 2025 Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper Award, recognizing her alongside other leading goalkeepers in women’s football.
On Thursday, November 6, 2025, FIFA announced the commencement of voting for the best FIFA football awards, 2025, in some categories, including best players, coaches, and goalkeepers of the year.

 FIFA President Gianni Infantino, a close ally of Donald Trump, has announced the creation of the FIFA Peace Prize, annual award that will recognize "individuals who help unite people in peace through unwavering commitment and special actions." The first edition will be presented on December 5 during the World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., an event Trump is expected to attend.

 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has admitted he is "concerned" about striker Viktor Gyokeres, who has been ruled out of Tuesday's Champions League clash against Slavia Prague. The Swedish forward, who found the net in Saturday's win over Burnley, was forced off in the second half and did not travel with the squad to the Czech capital. His return timeline remains uncertain.