Super Eagles Confirmed to Travel to Marrakech
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are officially scheduled to depart Fez for Marrakech on Thursday, January 8, 2026, as they prepare for their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 quarter-final match.
This relocation follows a convincing 4-0 victory over Mozambique in the Round of 16, ensuring Nigeria’s place in the last eight of the tournament.
NFF Rejects Rumours of a Bonus Boycott
Contrary to various online claims circulating on social media and messaging platforms, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed suggestions that the Super Eagles will refuse to travel or boycott the Algeria game over unpaid bonuses.
The team’s Media Officer, Promise Efoghe, and senior officials have reaffirmed that all 26 available players remain in camp, unified and focused on their objective at AFCON 2025, and that there is no protest over financial issues affecting travel plans.
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Reports about discontent connected to bonus payments stem from unrelated past disputes during World Cup qualifying preparations, but those incidents have no bearing on the current AFCON camp or travel plans.
Team Unity and Focus Ahead of Quarter-Final
The NFF has also addressed other circulating narratives about disagreements within the squad — specifically involving star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Officials stated that any on-field frustration seen during the Mozambique game was resolved internally and has not affected team unity.
Forward Akor Adams, previously the subject of speculation about leaving camp, was confirmed to have simply visited his hospitalised mother nearby in Fez and promptly returned to rejoin preparations.
Looking Ahead: Algeria Clash in Marrakech
With logistical arrangements underway, the Super Eagles are expected to train in Marrakech ahead of their quarter-final tie against Algeria — a highly anticipated encounter that could shape Nigeria’s push for continental glory.
Coach Eric Chelle and his technical team continue to emphasize discipline, focus, and collective effort, steering the squad toward their next challenge with clarity and purpose.
Why This Matters
Social media hype and misinformation around national teams, especially high-profile ones like Nigeria’s can easily blur fact and fiction. Providing accurate, verified information reassures fans and keeps national sentiment grounded in reality, especially during major tournaments like AFCON.
