The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Senegal’s Teranga Lions and hosts Morocco will be remembered for three things: officiating, raw emotion, and a historic protest. Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has addressed the game’s flashpoint -the moment he ordered his team off the pitch in protest of a penalty awarded to Morocco. […]
Sevilla striker Akor Adams made a memorable return from the Africa Cup of Nations on Monday, coming off the bench to score twice and secure a 2–2 draw against Elche, PUNCH Online reports. The Nigerian international netted both goals for Sevilla, ending the club’s four-game losing streak in all competitions. Elche, who have won just […]
Chelsea have recalled forward David Datro Fofana from his loan spell as preparations intensify for a possible permanent transfer, with discussions ongoing between the club and the player’s representatives. The 21-year-old Ivory Coast international joined Chelsea from Norwegian side Molde in January 2023 but has yet to make a sustained impact in the club’s first […]
FIFA President Gianni Infantino condemned “some Senegal players” for the “unacceptable scenes” which overshadowed their victory in Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final when they walked off the pitch in protest at a penalty awarded to Morocco.”We strongly condemn the behaviour of some ‘supporters’ as well as some Senegalese players and technical staff members. It […]
Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala, has questioned the Confederation of African Football’s continued concentration of major tournaments and awards in Morocco, calling for broader inclusion of other African nations in hosting continental competitions. Oshoala, who plays for Saudi Women’s Premier League club Al Hilal and the Nigeria national team, made the remarks on X on […]
Morocco and Senegal will contest the Afcon 2025 final after contrasting semi-final victories. Senegal defeated Egypt 1-0 at Grand Stade de Tanger, with Sadio Mané scoring a decisive 78th-minute goal despite losing captain Kalidou Koulibaly to injury. This marks the first time a local coach has guided Senegal to an Afcon final. Meanwhile, host nation […]
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 […]
