Federal Government and former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have sent strong messages of encouragement to the Super Eagles, assuring the national team that Nigeria remains proud of their performance despite their exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In a statement issued on Thursday, January...
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Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has praised the Super Eagles for their courage and commitment at the Africa Cup of Nations, assuring the team of Nigeria’s pride and his continued support despite their exit from the tournament. In a heartfelt message shared via his official X handle,...
Super Eagles of Nigeria have been eliminated from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after suffering a painful penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the semifinals. The tense encounter ended level after regulation time, forcing the match into penalties where the North Africans held their nerve to seal...
Sadio Mane struck late to fire Senegal into the Africa Cup of Nations final after a tense 1-0 victory over Egypt in Wednesday’s semi-final clash in Tangiers. Mane’s decisive goal arrived in the 78th minute, capping a dominant display by the former champions, who controlled possession against a disciplined...
As the Super Eagles prepare for a crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinal showdown against Morocco, the Federal Government has thrown its full weight behind the national team, urging the players to rise with confidence, unity, and pride. In a morale-boosting message released on Wednesday, the Honourable Minister...
Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation into alleged misconduct during the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 quarter-final clashes involving Nigeria vs Algeria and Cameroon vs Morocco. CAF confirmed that recent match reports and video evidence point to “potentially unacceptable behaviour” from certain...
BUA Group Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu has thrown his full support behind Nigeria’s Super Eagles, promising huge cash rewards ahead of their AFCON 2025 semi-final clash with Morocco. In a post on X on Saturday, Rabiu celebrated Nigeria’s stunning 2-0 victory over Algeria and pledged incentives to spur the...
Nigerian Super Eagles forward Akor Adams has earned widespread praise for a powerful show of sportsmanship and solidarity after paying tribute to Congolese independence hero Patrice Lumumba during Nigeria’s clash with Algeria in AFCON quarter finals match. Adams’ tribute came against the backdrop of recent controversy involving Algeria and...
Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle on Saturday praised his players’ discipline and belief after Nigeria’s deserved 2–0 victory over Algeria at the quarter-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nigeria booked a record 16th AFCON semi-final appearance with the...
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a statement performance on Saturday night, overpowering Algeria’s Desert Foxes 2–0 to secure a place in the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Grand Stade de Marrakech. The quarter-final victory ended Algeria’s impressive defensive run in the tournament, with the North...
Nigeria’s quest for continental glory faces its sternest examination yet as the Super Eagles lock horns with Algeria in a high-stakes quarter-final clash at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). With a place in the semi-finals on the line, Saturday’s encounter is a win-or-go-home battle for both African...
Nigerian Government has confirmed significant progress in the payment of match bonuses and allowances owed to members of the Super Eagles at the ongoing AFCON 2025, assuring players and Nigerians that all outstanding disbursements are being concluded. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the Minister of State for...
Algeria booked a dramatic place in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after edging past the Democratic Republic of Congo 1–0 in extra time on Tuesday night, sealing a mouth-watering last-eight meeting with Nigeria in Marrakesh on Saturday. The tightly contested round-of-16 encounter at the Moulay...
Knockout stage of the 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco has burst into life, with the tournament entering its most decisive phase as teams battle for a place in the quarter-finals. With the Round of 16 now in progress, early results have underlined both the quality...
Victor Osimhen’s name continues to echo loudly in Nigeria’s football history as the Super Eagles striker moved within touching distance of Rashidi Yekini’s long-standing goal record at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Osimhen netted twice as Nigeria swept aside Mozambique 4-0 in a commanding Round-of-16 clash at...
Super Eagles of Nigeria delivered a statement performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), dismantling Mozambique 4–0 to book a comfortable place in the quarter-finals. The round-of-16 clash, staged on Monday at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Morocco, turned into a one-sided contest as Nigeria’s attacking...
Nigeria’s strong performance at the group stage of the AFCON 2025 tournament has been rewarded with top individual and technical honours, as Ademola Lookman was named a standout in the Team of the Group Stage, while Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle clinched the Coach of the Group Stage...
Super Eagles rounded off their Group C campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in style, recording a confident 3–1 victory over Uganda to maintain a perfect record and reinforce their status as one of the tournament favourites. With qualification for the Round of 16 already secured, head...
Algeria booked their spot in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) last 16 after captain Riyad Mahrez scored a decisive penalty in a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Burkina Faso on Sunday. The Manchester City star converted from the spot in the 23rd minute at Rabat’s Moulay El Hassan Stadium,...
Nigeria’s consecutive AFCON victories, 2–1 over Tanzania and 3–2 against Tunisia, secured valuable points, yet they demand sober assessment alongside celebration. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the wins were deserved, but they did not signify completion. As one analyst observed, “Winning masks issues, it does not...