Sports News Today, 10 November 2026: Eagles Train in Uyo, Ugoh Wins Youth Olympic Gold, Orban Deal Made Permanent
Last updated: 10 November 2026 · By Naijatipsland Editorial Team · Editorial policy
Morning roundup · Tuesday 10 November 2026 · By Ade Adeniyi, Founder and Editor
Good morning. The international break is here, and Nigerian football is busy on two fronts at once: the Super Eagles have started work in Akwa Ibom for a must-win AFCON double-header, while the Olympic Eagles fly out to Lubumbashi today. Away from football, Team Nigeria has just recorded its best Youth Olympic Games in history. Here is what happened in the last 24 hours and why it matters.
Today at a glance
- Super Eagles begin training in Uyo, with Tanzania already settled in town before Friday’s qualifier.
- Olympic Eagles leave for DR Congo today under assistant coach Deniran Ortega.
- Praise Ugoh wins girls’ 400m gold in Dakar, Nigeria’s third gold and best-ever Youth Olympics.
- NPFL: Lagos derby ends 2-2; Rangers stay three points clear at the top.
- Gift Orban’s move to Amedspor becomes permanent; Tolu Arokodare sets an Ajax record.
- Around the world: Sassuolo and Aberdeen sack their managers, Wembanyama scores 40 in the NBA.
1. Super Eagles get to work in Uyo
What happened
Head coach Eric Chelle flew into Nigeria on Monday morning with his assistant Hedi Taboubi and travelled straight to the team base in Ikot-Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, as the camp for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers opened. Training began with the players who had already arrived; many Europe-based players were due to report only after their weekend club games. Nigeria host Tanzania at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday 13 November, and play the return in Tanzania on Tuesday 17 November.
Chelle’s 24-man squad does not include the injured Victor Osimhen or goalkeeper Maduka Okoye. Tanzania, coached by Miguel Gamondi, were due in Uyo from Sunday, five days before kick-off. As co-hosts with Kenya and Uganda, they have already qualified for AFCON 2027, so the games mean far more to Nigeria than to them.
Why it matters
The 3-0 defeat in Guinea-Bissau on matchday two left Nigeria chasing in Group L, where the Djurtus lead with six points from two games. Anything less than two wins this month would leave the Eagles in real danger of missing a second straight major tournament after failing to reach the 2026 World Cup. Our AFCON 2027 qualifiers table and Group L guide explains exactly what Nigeria need.
Source: The Guardian Nigeria; The Sun; Soccernet.
2. Olympic Eagles fly to Lubumbashi without Chelle
What happened
Nigeria’s under-23 side leave for the Democratic Republic of Congo today with seven home-based players, including goalkeepers Michael Atata and Clinton Andy and forward Abdulmuiz Adeleke; the 16 foreign-based players will meet the team there. Because the U-23 qualifiers clash with the Super Eagles’ games, assistant coach Deniran Ortega leads the team, supported by Ikorodu City coach Bright Ozebagbe. The squad includes Brighton forward Zadok Yohanna and Molde midfielder Daniel Daga.
DR Congo coach Guy Bukasa has named 26 players but is without three injured regulars. The first leg is at the Stade TP Mazembe on Friday 13 November (5pm kick-off), with the return at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne on 17 November.
Why it matters
Winning this second-round tie keeps Nigeria on course for the U-23 Africa Cup of Nations, the gateway to the 2028 Olympic football tournament. A good away result in Lubumbashi would make the Ikenne leg far more comfortable.
Source: The Nation; Vanguard; Sports Village Square.
3. Youth Olympics: Ugoh’s 400m gold makes it Nigeria’s best Games ever
What happened
A day after Rosemary Nwankwo and Gift Bright swept the 100m titles, Praise Ugoh won the girls’ 400m at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games on Monday in a personal best of 52.76 seconds, just ahead of Osmary Pacheco (52.85). She is the first Nigerian to win that event at the Youth Olympics.
Why it matters
Three golds is Nigeria’s highest tally since the Youth Olympics began in Singapore in 2010, where the country won two. Reports put Nigeria 11th on the medal table. Coming the same weekend as the Flamingos’ world title, it is strong evidence that the youth pipeline is producing winners when athletes get proper exposure.
Source: The Guardian Nigeria; Lagos Television.
4. NPFL: Lagos derby shared, Rangers still clear
What happened
Matchday 12 closed on Monday with a 2-2 draw between Ikorodu City and Inter Lagos at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan. Inter Lagos led at half-time, Ikorodu turned it round with two second-half penalties, and the visitors equalised in stoppage time. Sporting Lagos against Rivers United has been postponed.
Over the weekend, Enugu Rangers beat Kwara United 1-0 to reach 24 points from 11 games, three clear of Bendel Insurance, who came from behind to beat Niger Tornadoes 2-1 with a stoppage-time winner. Nasarawa United fought back to beat 10-man Plateau United 3-1 and sit third on 20 points, while Enyimba lost 1-0 to Ranchers Bees in Minna and remain on 11 points after 12 matches.
Why it matters
The defending champions have a game in hand and a cushion at the top, while Enyimba’s slump is now a genuine relegation-zone worry for the nine-time champions. Inter Lagos, docked three points for an infraction, are still bottom on four points. See the full NPFL table and fixtures.
Source: Daily Post; AllAfrica; Naija News.
5. Nigerians abroad: Orban stays in Turkey, Arokodare makes Ajax history
Gift Orban
Orban’s loan at Amedspor will become a permanent transfer after he triggered the obligation-to-buy clause. His goal in Saturday’s 4-3 defeat by Galatasaray was his tenth league goal, keeping him top of the Turkish scoring chart, one ahead of Victor Osimhen, Dusan Vlahovic and Mohamed Salah, who scored for Trabzonspor at the weekend.
Tolu Arokodare
Arokodare scored early in Ajax’s 2-2 draw at FC Twente on Sunday, his sixth goal in five games. Reports say that gives him the best debut-season scoring record of any Nigerian at Ajax, ahead of club greats such as Finidi George and Tijani Babangida.
Why it matters
With Osimhen injured, Chelle’s striker options are wide open. Arokodare is in form at the right moment, and Orban’s goals keep him in the conversation. By contrast, Ademola Lookman was an unused substitute in Atletico Madrid’s 2-1 home defeat by Barcelona.
Source: Afrik-Foot; Legit.ng; Goal.
6. Around the world: two sackings and a Wembanyama masterclass
Football
Serie A side Sassuolo sacked Alberto Aquilani on Monday after five straight defeats, the last a 3-0 loss at Roma, left them just above the drop zone. In Scotland, Aberdeen parted company with Stephen Robinson after a 4-0 home defeat by Hibernian, their fourth loss in a row; Stuart Duff takes interim charge.
Basketball
Victor Wembanyama scored 40 points, took 11 rebounds and blocked nine shots as San Antonio beat Phoenix 122-96 for a ninth straight win. Luka Doncic’s 32 points helped the Lakers beat Atlanta 124-114 for a sixth win in a row, and Cooper Flagg scored a season-high 43 in Dallas’s 125-122 win over Indiana.
Tennis
Frances Tiafoe has qualified for his first ATP Finals, joining fellow American Ben Shelton in Turin, where the season finale runs from 15 to 22 November. Jannik Sinner is the two-time defending champion.
Why it matters
Managerial pressure is building across Europe during this break, and the NBA’s early-season form tables are taking shape. Turin’s eight-man field is nearly settled for next week.
Source: Reuters via The Straits Times; AP; ATP Tour; ANSA; CNA.
What to watch next
- Tuesday to Thursday: remaining Europe-based Eagles report to Uyo; watch for any late injury withdrawals.
- Friday 13 November: Nigeria v Tanzania in Uyo, and DR Congo v Nigeria (U-23) in Lubumbashi at 5pm.
- This week: more Team Nigeria medal events at the Dakar Youth Olympics.
- Sunday 15 November: ATP Finals begin in Turin.
- Tuesday 17 November: return legs in Tanzania and Ikenne.
Frequently asked questions
When do the Super Eagles play Tanzania?
Friday 13 November in Uyo, then Tuesday 17 November in Tanzania. Our guide on how to watch the Super Eagles covers TV and streaming options.
Is Victor Osimhen in the squad?
No. He is nursing a knee injury and was left out of Eric Chelle’s 24-man squad, as was goalkeeper Maduka Okoye.
How many gold medals has Nigeria won at the Dakar Youth Olympics?
Three so far: Rosemary Nwankwo (girls’ 100m), Gift Bright (boys’ 100m) and Praise Ugoh (girls’ 400m), the country’s best haul at any Youth Olympics.
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