Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has apologised for ordering his players to leave the pitch during Sunday’s controversial AFCON final against Morocco. The incident occurred after referee awarded a penalty to Morocco for a foul on Real Madrid’s Brahim Díaz, who was pulled by Malick Diouf in the box. Speaking to Sky Sports on Monday, Thiaw …
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco delivered flair, intensity, and elite African football talent. Yet, beyond the goals and celebrations, persistent officiating controversies cast a long shadow over the tournament. Morocco’s hosting of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations drew widespread praise for its world-class infrastructure, with players and coaches highlighting the …
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has said the Nigerian team will give everything to defeat Egypt in the third-place match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite their painful semi-final exit. Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the final were dashed on Wednesday night in Rabat after a narrow defeat to hosts Morocco. Bassey, who delivered …
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has singled out Morocco winger Brahim Diaz for praise ahead of Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final showdown. Chelle described the Real Madrid forward as a quality player who has played a key role in Morocco’s impressive run at the tournament. Diaz currently leads the AFCON scoring …
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 …
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 …
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been appointed the new assistant captain of the Super Eagles ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Osimhen, who will serve as deputy to the newly appointed captain, Wilfred Ndidi, has also been handed the responsibility of taking penalties for the national team. The latest appointments follow a leadership …
The Super Eagles have received the house allocations promised to them following their runners-up finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Documents for the houses were presented to the players on Monday night in Fès, Morocco, by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, alongside the President of the Nigeria Football …
Morocco lifted the Arab Cup on Thursday night with a dramatic 3–2 victory over Jordan in Qatar, sending fans in Rabat into celebrations and raising hopes for the next target, the Africa Cup. Hundreds of supporters poured onto Mohamed V Avenue, cheering the Atlas Lions after another international triumph following their African Nations Championship win …
