In the aftermath of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Super Eagles’ stalwart, Kenneth Omeruo, unequivocally dismisses any notion of international retirement, despite a limited role in the tournament. The 30-year-old defender, predominantly a substitute in AFCON, saw minimal action under coach Jose Peseiro’s preference for a defensive trio featuring Troost-Ekong, Bassey, and Ajayi. Omeruo,…
Manchester City’s Rodri, expressing his lack of surprise at not securing a top-three spot in the Ballon d’Or rankings, alleges that the prestigious award leans heavily towards financial considerations and advertising prominence. Despite his notable contributions, Rodri found himself in fifth place behind teammate Kevin De Bruyne. In an interview with The Mirror, he remarked,…
Nigerian footballer Alex Iwobi has deleted several photos from his Instagram page following Nigeria’s loss to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Iwobi was criticized by fans for his performance in the game, which contributed to the team’s loss. After the game, Iwobi chose to delete photos from his…
Renowned football strategist, Jose Mourinho, has lauded the officiating standards witnessed at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON), expressing a preference for AFCON over European football. The former Chelsea and Roma coach emphasized the commendable integrity displayed in AFCON officiating, specifically highlighting the equitable use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology. Mourinho urged Europe…
In an exclusive exchange with West Ham defender Kurt Zouma, Nigerian singer Omah Lay, also known as Stanley Omah Didia, emphatically declares that a seismic impact would reverberate worldwide if the Super Eagles of Nigeria emerge victorious in the impending 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The ‘Soso’ maestro expressed his admiration for Nigeria’s remarkable…
South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams proved the hero again as Bafana Bafana beat DR Congo in a penalty shootout to claim third sport the Africa Cup of Nations. South Africa and DR Congo looked to bounce back from their defeats in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final when they contested the third-place play-off. It has…
The semi-final match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Bafana Bafana of South Africa on Wednesday, February 7, at the ongoing 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote D’ivoire, ended with a combination of joy and sadness for Nigerians. At the last count, five Nigerians reportedly dropped dead while watching the match;…
Renowned former Liverpool and Tottenham striker, Peter Crouch, has laid out his strategic vision for the Premier League standings this season, foreseeing a triumphant finish for the Reds. In a compelling analysis shared on his podcast, Crouch asserts Liverpool’s claim to the top position, leaving no room to discount the relentless challenge from Manchester City,…
Former Arsenal defender Kolo Toure has lavished praise on Super Eagles sensation Victor Osimhen in the lead-up to Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final clash against Ivory Coast this Sunday. Toure, speaking to the BBC World Service on Friday, commended Osimhen’s formidable strength and lightning-fast pace, characterizing the Napoli forward as a game-changer…
The CAF has unveiled the officiating team for the impending 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final. The pivotal role of the referee will be assumed by Dahane Beida from Mauritania, with Jerson Emiliano Dos Santos of Angola and Diana Chikotesha as the first and second assistant referees, respectively. Bouchra Karboubi from Morocco will officiate as…
In the aftermath of the Super Eagles’ triumphant 4-2 victory over their South African counterparts on Wednesday, an exuberant celebration turned tragic in Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State. Regrettably, the jubilation claimed the life of Lukman, a man in his late twenties. Details gathered by Newsmen indicate that the unfortunate incident occurred along the…
Super Eagles’ stalwart defender, Semi Ajayi, revealed his absence from head coach Jose Peseiro’s post-game briefing following Nigeria’s triumph over South Africa in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final. The West Brom standout, pivotal in the Super Eagles’ penalty shootout victory against Bafana Bafana after a 1-1 draw in 120 minutes, clarified that he…
In a tragic turn of events, Ayuba Abdullahi, the deputy bursar of Kwara State University, Malete, met his demise on Wednesday night while fervently watching the AFCON semi-finals showdown between Nigeria and South Africa. Sources, preferring anonymity, disclosed to The PUNCH that Abdullahi, engrossed in the match at a Sango sports center, suddenly began feeling…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State commended the Super Eagles squad, specifically acknowledging goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and head coach Jose Peseiro, following Nigeria’s triumph over South Africa in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final on Wednesday. The victory, secured through a penalty shootout, propelled Nigeria into the AFCON finals after a 1-1 draw in…
Nigerian and Bayer Leverkusen forward, Victor Boniface, shares his thoughts on the Super Eagles’ triumph against South Africa in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali’s remarkable performance, saving two penalty kicks, propelled the Super Eagles to a 4-2 victory over Bafana Bafana, securing their spot in the final….
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has said his players must be willing to give more than 100 hundred per cent on the pitch when they confront South Africa. Nigeria and South Africa will clash in a semi-final tie at the Stade de la Paix on Wednesday night. The Bafana Bafana have won four consecutive…
Victor Osimhen’s Nigeria will aim to continue their formidable record at this Africa Cup of Nations when they take on South Africa in the semi-finals on Wednesday, while hosts Ivory Coast meet the Democratic Republic of Congo after a miraculous run to the last four. Nigeria appear the strongest side left at the competition with…
The president of the Republic of Angola, João Lourenço, has said he is happy with the team’s performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Palancas Negras were eliminated from the competition by Nigeria on Friday. It was the third time they had made it to the AFCON quarter-final. Ademola Lookman scored the only…
Former Super Eagles skipper, Joseph Yobo, commended Ademola Lookman for his stellar performance in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, particularly in the match against Angola where his first-half strike proved pivotal in securing Nigeria’s spot in the semi-final. Lookman, with three goals to his name, currently holds the title of the team’s leading goal-scorer…
Barcelona’s helm, Xavi Hernandez, alleges that Real Madrid is systematically influencing referees in Spain through their television network. Reiterating his previous assertion of LaLiga officials displaying favoritism towards Madrid, Xavi contends that this bias impedes Barcelona’s competitiveness in the title race. Undeterred, he underscores the ongoing influence exerted by Madrid on referees and laments the…
Sports Development Minister, Senator John Owan Eno, has sent a heartfelt message to the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they prepare to face the Palancas Negras of Angola in the first quarter-final match of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire on Friday evening. He praised the team for their outstanding performance…
Mutiu Adepoju, Nigerian ex-international, has urged the Super Eagles to keep their defence strong and maintain their style of play in their next match against Angola in the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) competition in Cote d`Ivoire. Adepoju, who was part of the Eagles squad that conquered the continent in Tunisia in 1994, said…
Super Eagles’ skilled goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, has received the green light to participate in the upcoming clash between the Super Eagles and Angola this Friday, according to a report by DAILY POST. Nwabali’s participation had been uncertain due to a minor ligament injury sustained during the Super Eagles’ triumphant Round of 16 encounter against Cameroon….
Former Nigerian footballer Ifeanyi Udeze has urged the Super Eagles to tackle their upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final encounter with Angola with the same determination displayed in their previous game against Cameroon in the round of 16. Udeze, speaking to Brila FM in anticipation of the match, cautioned that Angola should not…
In the latest developments on the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, the quarter-final matchups have been officially determined, marking a pivotal stage in the competition following the conclusion of the Round of 16 on Tuesday night. Mali secured their place in the next round with a compelling 2-1 victory over Burkina Faso. Edmond Tapsoba’s early…
Mikel Arteta has slammed reports he was ready to quit Arsenal to become Barcelona manager as “fake news”. Reports in Spain on Sunday claimed Arteta had told colleagues he was going to leave the Emirates Stadium to return to Barcelona at the end of this season. Current Barca boss Xavi announced on Saturday he would…
Former 2000 African Cup of Nations silver medalist, Benedict Akwuegbu, urged the inclusion of Leicester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho in the Super Eagles’ lineup for the quarter-final clash against Angola. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, Akwuegbu emphasized the need for Coach Peseiro to harness Iheanacho’s midfield talents, stating that…
Napoli’s formidable striker, Victor Osimhen, expressed his determination to leave an indelible mark for Nigeria amidst the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Osimhen, a standout performer in the tournament, played a pivotal role in Jose Peseiro’s squad advancing to the quarter-finals. In a compelling display against Cameroon during the last-16…
In a post-triumph statement following the Super Eagles’ decisive victory over Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16, Captain Ahmed Musa emphasized the unifying force of football, transcending tribal and religious boundaries. Musa, reflecting on the team’s journey to the AFCON quarter-finals, underscored the profound happiness shared by all, highlighting the compelling…
Nigerian thespian and clergyman, Pastor Jimmy Odukoya, extends a heartfelt plea to the Cameroonian populace, urging their unwavering support for Nigeria in the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The impassioned appeal follows the Super Eagles’ triumphant elimination of Cameroon in a riveting round of 16 clash last Saturday, marked by the stellar performance and…
Emilio Nsue, the captain of unfancied Equatorial Guinea, goes into a last-16 tie with Guinea on Sunday after netting five times in the group stage. Victor Osimhen, Mohamed Salah or Sadio Mane were perhaps the most likely bets to be top marksman at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations, but the entirely unexpected name leading…
