AC Milan forward Rafael Leao has praised teammate Samuel Chukwueze and predicted the Nigerian to bounce back strongly after a disappointing season last time out.
Nigerian football legend Mercy Akide who represented the Super Falcons in two Olympic Games believes the West Africans will secure a win against Japan tonight in Paris.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped one spot in the latest FIFA world rankings, now sitting at 39th globally in the July release.
Nigeria striker Victor Boniface says he has no desire to leave Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen amid reported interest from Premier League clubs Manchester United and West Ham.
Napoli manager Antonio Conte been impressed by Nigeria international Victor Osimhen's professionalism at training even though the striker may not be granted his wish to leave the club.
With Nigeria women’s national team coach Randy Waldrum having chosen his final squad for the Olympic Games which include captain Rasheedat Ajibade and forward Asisat Oshoala, SABC Sport looks at the Super Falcons’ players to watch in this tournament.