Football

Breaking: Super Eagles Edge Egypt on Penalties to Claim AFCON Bronze

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Nigeria thought they had taken the lead midway through the first half when Akor Adams powered in a header, only…

Palmer, Pedro power Chelsea past stubborn Brentford

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The breakthrough arrived on 26 minutes when Enzo Fernandez slipped a precise through ball into Joao Pedro, who lashed a…

AFCON: CAF President speaks on FIFA influence over tournament plans

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

“We didn’t do a good enough job at CAF in preparing the ground on this Afcon every four years,” he…

Real Madrid break Levante’s resistance with second-half Double

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The second goal arrived on 65 minutes and effectively ended the contest. From an Arda Guler corner, defender Raul Asencio…

AFCON: Osimhen, Lookman benched as Chelle names XI vs Egypt

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Head coach Eric Chelle has dropped star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman to the bench for Nigeria’s Africa Cup…

Man. United dismantle Man. City in explosive derby

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The breakthrough arrived in the 65th minute when Bruno Fernandes slipped a perfectly weighted pass into Mbeumo’s path, and the…

Nigeria Vs Egypt: Chelle speaks on Calvin Bassey’s replacement

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

When asked about who might replace Bassey in the starting XI, Chelle emphasized that his decision would be based on…

AFCON on hold as Spanish side, Valencia chase Super Eagles skipper Ndidi in January window

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

Valencia are said to be planning a loan move for the midfielder, with an option to buy him later. Spanish…

AFCON 2025 sets new all-time goal-scoring record

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

With the final matches still to be played, there is strong anticipation that the goal tally could increase even further,…

Senegal raise alarm over ‘unfair treatment’ ahead of AFCON final vs Morocco

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

“This deficiency exposed the players and technical staff to overcrowding and risks incompatible with the standards of a competition of…

Nigerians kick against appointment of Moroccan referee for Egypt clash

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Nigerians have taken to social media to vent their anger after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) appointed Moroccan referee…

CAF names Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed for Nigeria vs Egypt AFCON clash

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the match officials appointed for the highly anticipated Africa Cup of…

Egypt vs Nigeria: Fire up the AFCON 2025 bronze final with 1xBet!

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The battle for the title of Africa’s strongest football nation is nearing its conclusion - it’s time to grab a…

Senegal vs Morocco: who will put the African crown on?

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Senegal national team has reached the final for the 3rd time in the last 4 tournaments. In 2019, the…

No love lost as Eagles, Pharaohs fight for pride in AFCON bronze duel

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Neither the Super Eagles nor the Pharaohs approach the third-place match lightly, in spite of missing out on Sunday’s final…

‘We fought’ – Calvin Bassey breaks silence after Nigeria’s defeat to Morocco

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

“We thank God in all situations. A gutting way to end the tournament. The support & togetherness we’ve felt has…

CAF unveils special edition ball for 1xBet AFCON 2025 final

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The final, scheduled for Sunday at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah, will see hosts Morocco take on Senegal at 20:00…

1xBet AFCON 2025: Revenue highest in history – CAF

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the 1xBet Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 recorded the…

Super Eagles, Pharaohs set for AFCON battle as history favours Nigeria

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

As the dust settles on Nigeria’s narrow semi-final defeat to hosts Morocco, the Super Eagles now turn their focus to…

AFCON 2025: Bronze at stake as Super Eagles regroup in Casablanca for Egypt battle

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

The team lost 4–2 on penalties to host nation Morocco in the semi-final played on Wednesday night.

BUA Chairman set to honour $500,000 pledge to Super Eagles

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Chairman of BUA Group, Abdulsamad Rabiu, has reaffirmed his commitment to reward the Super Eagles with the pledged $500,000, despite…

Half a billion fans chase World Cup tickets, FIFA reveals

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Outside the host countries, the strongest interest came from Germany, England, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, Argentina and Colombia.

AFCON 2025: Cameroon’s Samuel Eto’o fined, banned

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

CAF said the punishment followed Eto’o’s behaviour during Cameroon’s 2-0 loss to host nation Morocco at the Africa Cup of…

Obi to Super Eagles: You made Nigeria proud

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Obi, a former governor of Anambra, in a message posted on his X handle on Thursday, described the match as…

AFCON ’25: Super Eagles pushed us to the limit – Morocco coach

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

According to the Morocco coach, the encounter was physically demanding, with the Super Eagles forcing his team into a tough…

Omokri: Nigerians should be proud despite AFCON semi-final defeat

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“It is worth stating that they played against a home squad that has never lost a home game in sixteen…

‘A beautiful gift at home’- Regragui Reacts as Morocco Make AFCON Final

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“We suffered a lot. Playing extra time consumed much energy, but reaching the final at home is a beautiful gift,”…

‘Hold your heads high’ – FG salutes Super Eagles after AFCON loss

Paul Dada

2 months ago

He praised the the Super Eagles for their dedication and for flying the Nigerian flag with honour throughout the competition.

AFCON 2025: Chelle speaks on future after Super Eagles’ semi-final exit

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

Chelle made this known during the post-match press conference following Nigeria’s 4–2 defeat to hosts Morocco in the semi-final of…

Gallant Eagles Fall to Morocco on Penalties, Miss AFCON Final

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Nigeria’s successful kicks came through Paul Onuachu and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, but they were not enough to overturn Morocco’s advantage.

« Prev 1 … 11 12 13 14 15 … 668 Next »