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AFCON 2025: Amokachi hails rising underdogs, backs local coaches’ growing influence

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

He tipped Morocco, Egypt, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria to advance, while acknowledging the possibility of surprises.

Anthony Joshua’s phone stolen at crash scene – Family

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

The family of former world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, has spoken out following the tragic road accident that claimed…

Morocco 2025: Youngest referee at AFCON to handle Nigeria vs Mozambique clash

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

CAF has selected an all-Cameroonian team of match officials to oversee the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 encounter between Nigeria’s…

AFCON 2025: Old guard endures as new stars rise in group-stage spotlight

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

Across six groups and 24 matches, decorated African Footballers of the Year and rising talents shaped results, lifted performances and…

AFCON 2025: Atlas Lions chase history as Tanzania dare to dream

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

Overall, the teams have met eight times across competitions, with Morocco winning seven, scoring in all matches and keeping five…

1xBet AFCON 2025: History, numbers collide as South Africa face Cameroon in Rabat

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 months ago

Interestingly, current Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos once led Cameroon, adding intrigue to this knockout showdown.

1XBet AFCON 2025: Lookman emerges as Nigeria’s lone representative in Group Stage Best XI

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Nigeria’s Super Eagles received individual recognition at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after winger Ademola Lookman was named…

FIFA clears 30 Nigerian referees for International duty in 2026

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

FIFA has officially released its International Referees List for the 2026 football calendar, and Nigeria has recorded a significant showing,…

“The match will be very difficult for us” – Rohr admits as Benin prepare for Egypt test

pmnews

3 months ago

Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has admitted that his side faces a very difficult task against seven-time champions Egypt…

EPL: Meet the manager Chelsea are fronting to replace Enzo Maresca

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Chelsea have kicked off another search for a new head coach following the sudden exit of Enzo Maresca and a…

1XBET AFCON 2025: See Round of 16 fixtures, kick-off times

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

Following the conclusion of the group stage, 16 teams remain in contention, setting up a series of high-stakes encounters as…

Chelsea confirm Maresca exit, reveal why club pulled the plug

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Chelsea have officially parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca, bringing an end to his 18-month spell at Stamford Bridge…

AFCON 2025: How big teams, new stars, 87 goals shaped group phase

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

total of 87 goals were scored in 24 matches across six groups, highlighting the attacking quality and strong competition among…

Super Eagles set for Round of 16 Clash with Mozambique at AFCON

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Mozambique's Mambas in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following…

Burkina Faso sink Sudan to qualify for 1xBet AFCON knockout stage

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Burkina Faso qualified for the knockout stage of the Africa Cup of Nations with a composed 2–0 victory over Sudan…

Algeria crush Guinea-Bissau to reach 1XBET AFCON knockouts

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Algeria delivered a dominant and assured performance to defeat Equatorial Guinea 3-1 on Wednesday, securing qualification for the knockout stage…

Everton deserved penalty against Arsenal – Panel

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Everton should have been awarded a penalty in their 1-0 defeat to Arsenal on December 20, the Premier League’s Key…

Super Eagles jersey in high demand – Kwara FA Chairman

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

The Chairman of the Kwara State Football Association, Honourable Idris Abdullahi Musa, disclosed this in an interview with Wonderland Sports.…

‘It still hurts’ – Nwabali reflects on losing his mum one year ago

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has opened up about the emotional pain of losing his mother, revealing that the loss…

Arsenal demolish Aston Villa with devastating second-half blitz

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Arsenal’s dominance became overwhelming as Leandro Trossard added a spectacular third in the 69th minute, rifling a stunning volley beyond…

1xBet AFCON: Profile of Beninese referee for crucial Uganda vs Nigeria clash

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

Beninese referee Djindo Louis Houngnandande has been appointed to officiate the crucial Group C match between Uganda and Nigeria at…

Goalkeeping boost for Super Eagles as FIFA clears Arthur Okonkwo to switch nationality to Nigeria

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

The development comes as a major boost for Nigerian football, with the 23-year-old now eligible to feature for the Super…

1xBet AFCON 2025 showdown: All you need to know as head-to-head record favours Uganda over Nigeria

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

The Complex Sportif de Fès will be the stage for a decisive Group C showdown between Uganda and Nigeria, with…

Super Falcons’ goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie mourns

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has been thrown into mourning following the death of her brother, who passed away on…

Morocco thrash Zambia to march into 1XBET AFCON last 16

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

Any hopes of a Zambian revival were extinguished shortly after the interval when El Kaabi struck again, reacting quickest to…

South Africa storm into knockout stage after thrilling five-goal AFCON battle

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 months ago

South Africa struck first through Tshepang Moremi, whose deflected effort opened the scoring early and set the tone for a…

Uganda vs Nigeria: Experience the AFCON spirit with 1xBet

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

We take a closer look at Nigeria’s third match of the tournament, where the national team goes head-to-head with a…

Jake Paul sends powerful message to Anthony Joshua after road crash

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

“Life is much more important than boxing. I am praying for the lost lives, AJ, and anyone impacted by today’s…

AFCON 2025: Uche Ikpeazu explains decision to represent Uganda over Nigeria

Femi Fabunmi

3 months ago

The striker’s decision has attracted attention across the continent, highlighting the growing trend of dual-nationality players choosing opportunities with other…

Anthony Joshua: ‘This should never have happened’ – FRSC reveals cause of horrific crash

Michael Adesina

3 months ago

In a statement, the Corps Public Education Officer, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide, said preliminary findings revealed that five adult…

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