Football

AFCON: Odumodublvck defends Iwobi amid cyberbullying

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

Alex Iwobi came under intense backlash following Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations…

Jay-Jay Okocha defends Iwobi amid criticisms

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Apparently intimidated by the harsh criticisms, Iwobi deleted most of the videos and photos on his Instagram page.

Eight records broken at 34th AFCON tournament

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Youssef Msakni (Tunisia) and André Ayew (Ghana) tied the record for the most appearances in Africa Cup of Nations with this being their…

Troost-Ekong wins best player of AFCON tournament award

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Troost-Ekong scored three goals in the AFCON tournament and has been able to hold the Nigerian defence from the beginning…

Cote d’Ivoire beat Nigeria to win AFCON trophy

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Cote d'Ivoire deservedly scored their second goal in the 81st minute of the match. Simon Adingra sent a precise lofted…

McTominay’s late strike gives Man. United victory over Aston Villa

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

McTominay scored in the 86th minute to give United victory at Villa. He ran onto a clever lofted pass from…

AFCON final: History favours Nigeria against Cote d’Ivoire

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

On record, Côte d’Ivoire have never defeated Nigeria in an AFCON tournament. Nigeria have won two of their three meetings…

Incredible Arsenal inflict heavy defeat on West Ham in London derby

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

In the 65th minute, Declan Rice scored a great goal. He hit a perfect volley from far out and the…

Expert tells hypertensive patients what to do when watching AFCON final

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Ningi who works at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, gave the advice in an interview with the…

AFCON Final: Jose Peseiro makes two changes to Super Eagles’ starting line-up

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The coach recalled both Samuel Chukwueze and Zaidu Sanusi who has recovered from his injury, to the starting 11. Chukwueze…

AFCON final: Yemi Alade warns Super Eagles on bad luck

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

The game between Ivory Coast and Nigeria is slated to begin at 9 p.m. on Sunday, February 11, 2024. The…

South Africa beat DR Congo on penalties to win AFCON Bronze

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The match ended goalless at the end of 90 minutes. For the first time in AFCON, there was no extra…

Ruthless Madrid demolish Girona to move five points clear

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Vinicius Junior opened the scoring for Madrid six minutes into the game. He displayed his shooting ability as he slammed…

AFCON 2023: Can the Super Eagles do it again and bring home the Trophy?

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Eagles would then proceed to win their next three clashes against Guinea-Bissau, Cameroon and Angola without conceding. However, a…

AFCON final: Lagos issues health advisory

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Five people died during the match between the Super Eagles and South Africa in the Semi-final after suffering heart attack…

I still love to take penalty for Nigeria — Ola Aina

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The Super Eagles will meet with the Elephants of Cote D'Ivoire in the final of the tournament at 9pm on…

AFCON Final: Shettima returns to Cote D’Ivoire for Super Eagles

Paul Dada

2 years ago

"The Federal Government calls on all Nigerians, both at home and abroad, to unite in support of the Super Eagles,…

War in Gaza: Iran asks FIFA to ban Israel

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Israel then retaliated by launching air strikes and a ground offensive. Reports says nearly 28,000 people have been killed in…

Tinubu coming to Cote d’Ivoire to watch AFCON final – CAF President

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Elephant of Cote d'Ivoire will lock horns in the final of the African…

AFCON Final: Medical doctor tells Nigerians with underlying health challenges what to do

Paul Dada

2 years ago

"I herein admonish that those who are highly emotional and with heart conditions should be mindful of the AFCON grand…

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles observe minute silence for lives lost

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Nigeria take on hosts Cote d’Ivoire in the final of the AFCON 2023 tournament at the Stade Olympique Alassane-Ouattara d’Ebimpé…

Glo congratulates Super Eagles for sending South Africa packing

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

After 120 minutes of pulsating football which ended in 1-1, the Super Eagles emerged victorious, sending Banana Banana of South…

Please, bring the trophy home, Sanwo-Olu urges Super Eagles

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The Governor further implored Nigerians, especially Lagos residents to come out in their millions to show support and solidarity to…

AFCON: FG makes promise to Super Eagles

Paul Dada

2 years ago

“The VP was in company with Governors Dapo Abiodun (Ogun) and Duoye Diri (Bayelsa), Minister for Youths, Dr. Jamila Ibrahim…

AFCON 2023: Obaseki celebrates Super Eagles’ victory over S’Africa

Paul Dada

2 years ago

“The team is just inches away from their fourth continental trophy and we are confident that they will bring the…

Cote d’Ivoire beat DR Congo to set up AFCON final clash against Nigeria

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Sebastien Haller scored in the 65th minute with a brilliant shot into the roof of the net after being released…

Tinubu salutes incredible Super Eagles

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Tinubu, in a tweet on X said the Eagles had made Nigeria proud, urging them to go and soar in…

Breaking: Super Eagles zoom into AFCON final

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The match ended 1-1 after 90 minutes and extra time, which necessitated shootouts to decide which team qualified for the…

AFCON: Shettima departs for Côte d’Ivoire to support Super Eagles

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

"As the Super Eagles prepare for their crucial semi-final match, Nigerians across the globe are urged to raise their voices…

AFCON: Football enthusiasts optimistic of Nigeria`s victory over S/Africa

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

“To me, South Africa does not pose any challenge to Nigeria at all, but that does not mean we should…

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