The Federal Government has assured the Super Eagles of Nigeria of the full support of the nation as the team prepares to face Morocco in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). In a goodwill message signed on Wednesday by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the government praised the […]
The Africa Cup of Nations is racing toward the finish line, with four continental giants set to face off in the semifinals on Wednesday for Africa’s most prestigious sporting title. Nigeria’s Super Eagles will pit their perfect record against Morocco’s defensive steel and home support, while old rivals Egypt and Senegal clash for the sixth […]
Goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams helped the Super Eagles defeat Algeria 2-0 in Marrakech to book their place in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations against Morocco, extending their strong run in the competition. Also on Saturday, Egypt booked their place in the semi-finals after a dramatic 3-2 victory over defending […]
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has paid a heartfelt tribute to his late friends Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele in his first social media post since a fatal car crash in Nigeria that claimed their lives. The boxing star shared images on X and Instagram showing him alongside grieving relatives, accompanied by the […]
Cameroon defeated South Africa 2-1 in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to claim the last spot in the quarter-finals in Rabat, Morocco. The victory sets up Friday match in Rabat against the host team Morocco. Earlier, Tanzania held the line against Morocco until half-time, but the Atlas Lions […]
Nigeria continue their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title when they face Mozambique in the round of 16 on Monday at the Fez Stadium, The PUNCH reports. Victory will secure the Super Eagles’ 12th quarter-final appearance, extending their record for last-eight finishes ahead of Egypt, while Mozambique will make their debut at […]
With a reasonable number of Super Eagles players in camp as of yesterday morning, there was a high tendency that Coach Eric Chelle would parade some new players in today’s friendly match against the Pharaohs of Egypt, in Cairo. Ahead of this evening’s high-octane encounter, several regulars were, however, expected to drop into the Super […]
The stage is set for the commencement of Africa’s biggest football event, the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), with 24 teams competing for the continent’s most prestigious sporting title. AFCON 2025 will be hosted by Morocco, a second time for the North African nation, and will run from December 21, […]
Liverpool boss Arne Slot said he would speak to Mohamed Salah on Friday morning before deciding on the forward’s availability for this weekend’s match against Brighton. The Egypt international accused Liverpool of throwing him “under the bus” after he was left on the bench for last week’s 3-3 draw at Leeds, the third match in […]
Chelsea are set to learn the outcome of their FA disciplinary hearing into 74 charges that were placed on the club, with offences relating to agents, intermediaries and third-party investment coming to light under the ownership of Roman Abramovich. The Blues self-reported the situation to the governing body to cooperate with the findings. It came […]
