The Nigeria national football team represents Nigeria in international men's football. Governed by the NigeriaFootball Federation (NFF), they are three-time Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winners, with their most recent title in 2013. Discovertheir impact onthe game! greatest Nigerianfootball players, topNigerianfootballers, Nigerianfootball legends, best Nigerian players, African football stars Last updated 2026-04-27. Their diverse backgrounds show that Nigeria draws top talent from its diaspora to stay competitive onthe world stage. The SuperEagles’ roster features many players who grew up abroad but chose to represent Nigeria, from England and Europe to as far as Uzbekistan. As we get set for another thrilling new year, we present to you thetop 10 Nigerianfootballers to watch out for in 2025, with rising talents and seasoned stars set to shine at home and abroad. SuperEagles and Kano Pillars icon Ahmed Musa. Musa is a household name in Nigerianfootball. He is the SuperEagles’ all-time top scorer at the FIFA World Cup and has always been a loyal servant to the national team. Wilfred Ndidi, a currentSuperEagles player, completed a Business and Management course while playing for Leicester City.These examples showcase the dedication and determination of Nigerianfootballers who have successfully balanced theirfootball careers with academic pursuits. Football is the most popular team sport in Nigeria. It’s a game that unites Nigerians better than religion or ethnicity. Nigerians who support various clubs around the world will gladly sit together and cheer the SuperEagles and every other Nigerianfootball team each time they play. A list of other topNigerianfootballers includes: *Steven Keshi (defender)-CurrentSuperEagles head coach, till date, He is one of only two people, along with Egypt's Mahmoud El-Gohary, to have won the Africa Cup of Nations as both a player and a coach.