Super Eagles latest news: Galatasaray get Osimhen blow, Nigeria’s U23 AFCON hopes dim & more

The international break is already here, and the action is in full swing already. Afrik-Foot has all the Super Eagles latest news to keep you abreast with all the recent happenings.

Nigeria was in action against Tanzania in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Friday, and they claimed a 3-1 win. There were not the only ones in action though, as their juniors – the under-23s were also in action.

Asides from the national teams, we have something new on VIctor Osimhen, who is currently dealing with an injury. Stay with us!

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Galatasaray Get Victor Osimhen Blow

Turkish Super Lig club Galatasaray have been hit with a fresh reality. They could be without Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen for up to two weeks after after current international break.

Osimhen suffered a knee injury a week before the international break, and that meant that he had to undergo surgery to correct the issue. However, it was not a serious problem, so he want expected to be out for a few weeks.

At first, the belief was that he would return just in time for Galatasaray’s Champions League game against Aston Villa. But fresh reports now suggest that the Nigerian could be sidelined for up to two weeks after the international break. This could keep him out of action for up to four games.

Nigeria Risks Missing Under-23 AFCON and Olympics

Nigeria’s under-23 team risks missing the Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations after losing the first leg of their qualification fixture against DR Congo.

They suffered a 2-0 loss in Lubumbashi in what was a very tight encounter. However, it was minor lapses that cost the team.

DR Congo’s second goal against Nigeria. Once again, very questionable Goalkeeping. #U23AFCONQ https://t.co/L1oNdpSJFu

— Official AGT⚽🎙️ (@Iam_agt) November 13, 2026

Most of the Europe-based players were present for the encounter, including Daniel Daga and Zadok Yohanna, who started, but was forced off injured after just 20 minutes.

DR Congo will visit Nigeria for the second leg in Remo on Tuesday, and Nigeria has to defeat them 3-0 at least, to make it to the next round. Recall that away goals rule still counts in African football, so if DR Congo score, Nigeria will have to defeat them by a three-goal margin.

If Nigeria fail to win the game, they won’t qualify for the under-23 AFCON, and conseqently the 2028 Olympic games.

More to follow…