Former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo has shared his view on what sets Victor Osimhen apart from teammate Akor Adams. Both players played crucial roles in Nigeria’s 4-0 Round of 16 victory over Mozambique at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. READ ALSO: AFCON 2025: Senegal, Morocco Set for Quarter-final Clashes with …
Nigeria booked a convincing place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a dominant 4–0 victory over Mozambique on Monday night. The emphatic win marked a historic milestone for the Super Eagles, who recorded their first-ever run of four consecutive victories at the AFCON finals. Eric Chelle’s side also finished top …
As Nigeria’s Super Eagles march into the AFCON 2025 knockout stage against Mozambique, the build-up has gone far beyond tactical debates and team news. Across social media and football circles, confidence has transformed into public predictions, bold scorelines, and even cash pledges – a rare reflection of how strongly Nigerians believe in this team. This …
Former Super Eagles captain, Sunday Oliseh, has urged Eric Chelle’s side to approach their AFCON 2025 Round of 16 clash with Mozambique with seriousness and discipline. The match, set for Monday night, will decide which team advances to the quarter-finals. “Every team is under pressure at this knockout stage. The Super Eagles must remember that …
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) enters an intense stage as the first two quarter-final matchups are set after the weekend’s Round of 16 games. Senegal will meet Mali in the opening quarter-final on Friday, January 9, at 5 pm local time. The Teranga Lions came from behind to beat Sudan 3–1, showing resilience …
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) witnessed heartbreak for four nations as Sudan, Tunisia, Tanzania, and South Africa bowed out at the Round of 16 stage in Morocco. The exits came after Sunday’s intense knockout clashes, leaving fans and pundits reflecting on the fine margins that separate triumph from disappointment in Africa’s premier football …
Morocco booked a place in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals after a narrow 1–0 win over Tanzania on Sunday. The North Africans controlled much of the match and converted their dominance into a crucial goal. The victory keeps Morocco firmly in contention for the title. Cameroon also reached the last eight with a 2–1 victory …
Former Barcelona winger Emmanuel Amunike has backed Nigeria to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, highlighting striker Victor Osimhen as the key leader for the Super Eagles. The 55-year-old Amunike, who played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s 1994 AFCON-winning team, believes that Osimhen’s leadership qualities will be crucial in the quest for …
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has dismissed reports claiming that fans will enjoy free entry to stadiums during the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The clarification follows widespread rumours suggesting that CAF, in collaboration with the Local Organising Committee (LOC), approved free access to matches due to low turnout at several venues. READ …
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has expressed his disappointment over the absence of teammate Benjamin Fredrick from Nigeria’s squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Fredrick will miss Nigeria’s AFCON opener against Tanzania on Tuesday due to injury. Speaking to reporters in Morocco ahead of the match, Bassey, who plays for Fulham, …
