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U.S. travel restrictions cast shadow over Nigerians’ World Cup plans

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

Nigeria’s difficulties are compounded by the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify directly for the World Cup. Still, supporters from qualified…

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

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

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

AFCON Drama: Algerian fan nabbed for stealing police walkie-talkie

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

The suspect, identified as A.S., was taken into custody after he allegedly stole a police walkie-talkie belonging to a security…

Half a billion fans chase World Cup tickets, FIFA reveals

Paul Dada

3 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

3 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

3 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

3 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

3 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

3 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

3 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

3 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

3 months ago

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

Sadio Mane’s late strike powers Senegal into AFCON Final

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Earlier chances fell Senegal’s way as Nicolas Jackson and Iliman Ndiaye both threatened, while Egypt relied heavily on counter-attacks led…

Are 20 players really facing suspension ahead of AFCON 2025 final?

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Earlier reports suggested 20 players from Nigeria, Morocco, Senegal, and Egypt were on the brink of missing the showpiece match…

Morocco Awaits: Nigeria’s AFCON record against host nations under the spotlight

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

Nigeria has found it hard to beat host nations, especially in knockout matches and finals. As the Super Eagles prepare…

Nigeria vs Morocco: What Nigerians think about Ghanaian referee

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

One user wrote: “This is bad news. Make we shaa no lose if not, Ghana no too far. Na 20,000…

AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle considers changing tactics against Morocco, gives reasons

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

Ndidi received his second yellow card during Nigeria’s 2–0 quarter-final win over Algeria. He had earlier been booked in the…

All you need to know about Ghana’s Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea, appointed to officiate Nigeria vs Morocco

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Beyond the pitch, he has a strong academic background, holding a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of…

AFCON Showdown: Morocco coach lists keys to stopping Nigeria

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

He also added that Morocco need to improve their performance in the second half and avoid giving Nigeria space or…

AFCON 2025: Osimhen set to lead Super Eagles against Morocco

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

Team captain, Ndidi has been ruled out after accumulating two yellow cards, picked up in Nigeria’s Round of 16 victory…

Man. City close in on Carabao Final after Newcastle win

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

The visitors doubled their advantage late on when sustained pressure paid off. Following a corner routine, City kept Newcastle pinned…

Nigeria vs Morocco: AFCON semifinals – no second chances

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

As the official sponsor of AFCON 2025, 1xBet tracks Africa’s premier football tournament from the first kickoff to the most…

Morocco 2025: Eagles remain confident as Gusau quashes fears of manipulative officiating

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

The 29-year-old, who debuted for Nigeria against the Democratic Republic of Congo in a friendly in Belgium on 8th October…

AFCON 2025: Morocco’s Rabat advantage will trouble Nigeria — Regragui

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

According to the Moroccan tactician, the intimidating atmosphere of the Rabat stadium gives his team a significant psychological edge, stressing…

AFCON 2025: CAF appoints Ghanaian referee to officiate Nigeria vs Morocco clash

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea to take charge of the high-profile…

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles appoint new captain for Morocco clash

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Regular captain Wilfred Ndidi will miss the game after picking up a suspension due to card accumulation. Ndidi received his…

Michael Carrick appointed Manchester United interim Manager

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Michael Carrick has been named Manchester United’s interim manager until the end of the season, with the club expected to…

Why CAF must keep Mauritanian referee Dahane Beida far away from Nigeria’s AFCON matches

Paul Dada

3 months ago

This is not paranoia. This is not sentiment. This is not the hysterics of partisan fandom. This is evidence-based alarm,…

Real Madrid appoint Álvaro Arbeloa as Coach after sacking Xabi Alonso

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Arbeloa’s playing career at Real Madrid (2009–2016) saw him operate as a reliable, tactically intelligent full-back who could cover both…

AFCON 2025: Morocco deploys high-tech video tools to study Super Eagles

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

Real Madrid forward Brahim Díaz is currently the top scorer in the competition with five goals, just one more than…

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