Tag: AFCON
BREAKING: Nigeria’s Super Eagles Threaten To Boycott Algeria Match Over Unpaid AFCON Bonuses
Nigeria’s Super Eagles players have threatened not to travel to Marrakech for their next Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) match against Algeria unless all outstanding winning bonuses are paid by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Multiple journalists reporting from Morocco revealed that the players are insisting on the settlement of their entitlements before taking part…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles Soar To AFCON Quarter-Finals With Commanding Victory Over Mozambique
Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, secured a spot in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a dominant 4-0 win against Mozambique. Victor Osimhen’s brace, along with goals from Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams, propelled Nigeria to victory. The team’s impressive performance, marked by strong possession and attacking play,…
Super Eagles Maintain Winning Starting XI Vs Tunisia For Mozambique
Coach Eric Chelle has maintained the starting XI from the 2025 AFCON group stage win over Tunisia for tonight’s Round of 16 clash against Mozambique. That means that both Raphael Onyedika and Samuel Chukwueze, who shone against Uganda, will have to start from the bench tonight. Jerome Akor again partners Victor Osimhen in attack, Ademola…
Super Eagles Beats Tunisia To Reach AFCON Round Of 16
Nigeria’s Super Eagles booked a place in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after outscoring Tunisia 3-2 in a five-goal thriller at Fez Stadium on Saturday. The Super Eagles were cruising to victory when leading 3-0 through goals from Osimhen, captain Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman. But Tunisia refused to…
FIFA Gives Clubs An Extra Week Before Releasing AFCON Stars
Star players such as Mohamed Salah, Bryan Mbeumo, and Achraf Hakimi will be able to play for their clubs for an extra week until December 15 before joining their national teams at the Africa Cup of Nations, FIFA said on Wednesday. Top European clubs such as Salah’s Liverpool, Mbeumo’s Manchester United and Hakimi’s Paris Saint-Germain…
JUST IN: After Public Backlash, Tinubu Shelves Plan To Watch AFCON Final
Amid mounting criticism from Nigerians, Bola Tinubu has opted out of attending the Africa Cup of Nations final between the Nigeria Super Eagles and host country Côte d’Ivoire. Instead, he has assigned Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent him and lead the presidential team in supporting the Nigerian squad. The decision for Mr. Tinubu not…
AFCON: I saw Ivory Coast Going Home with Cup in Error—Prophet
Before the ultimate showdown between Nigeria and Ivory Coast in the ongoing African Cup of Nations, Dr. Kan Ebube Muonso, a self-proclaimed prophet from the Power and Victory in Christ Church, forecasted that Ivory Coast would clinch the cup, albeit mistakenly. Via a post on his church’s Facebook page, Kan prophesied on Friday that the…
AFCON: We’re Not Satisfied to Reach Final, We Have to be Champions — Troost-Ekong Ahead Cote d’Ivoire Clash
William Troost-Ekong emphasized that the Super Eagles’ aspirations extend beyond merely reaching the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Set to confront the hosts in the championship match on Sunday, Jose Peseiro’s team is poised for their fourth title, having surpassed South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a close encounter. With an impressive…
AFCON: Osimhen Gets Medical Clearance, Set to Reunite With Teammates in Bouake
The Super Eagles’ forward, Victor Osimhen, has received clearance from the team’s medical staff ahead of the upcoming clash against South Africa. Recall that Osimhen was unable to join the Super Eagles’ journey to Bouake, where they were set to face South Africa in the semi-final, due to abdominal discomfort. It was announced that the…
Nigeria To Lose Against Cape Verde in Semis – Fan Who Predicted Seven AFCON Games Correctly Discloses
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) consistently ignites fervor, theatrics, and unforeseeable surprises. However, this year introduces a revolutionary level of precision in AFCON predictions, courtesy of one individual. Amadu Raheem Komba Gbandeh, an ordinary football enthusiast, has revolutionized the tournament by accurately foreseeing the outcomes of seven out of eight Round of 16 matches,…
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