AFCON: Eguavoen questions Chelle for not including four players in Super Eagles squad
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Technical Director, Austin Eguavoen, has expressed concern over Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle’s squad selection for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Eguavoen questioned the decision to leave out players from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) despite the competition’s importance. Speaking on the issue, Eguavoen said […]
AFCON 2025: Celebrating Bronze medal builds culture of mediocrity – Oliseh on Super Eagles
Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh, has criticised Nigeria’s celebration of a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, warning that it sends the wrong message about the country’s football standards. According to him, such celebrations risk promoting a mindset where coming short of winning the trophy is seen as acceptable. Oliseh made […]
Birmingham City boss thumbs up Osayi-Samuel’s AFCON 2025 performance
Birmingham City manager has praised Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel for his impressive display at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The club boss said the Nigerian international showed quality, discipline and consistency throughout the tournament, earning admiration from both fans and coaches. Osayi-Samuel was a regular starter for Nigeria during AFCON 2025, where the […]
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles excel in major stats
Nigeria’s Super Eagles recorded an impressive outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, finishing the tournament with standout statistics that underlined their strong performance despite not winning the title. Under the guidance of coach Eric Chelle, the team showed attacking strength, tactical control, and consistency throughout the competition. The Super Eagles were […]
AFCON: ‘He made it easy for them’ – Onyeka gives reasons Morocco defeated Nigeria
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s painful loss to Morocco in the semifinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, saying officiating decisions made it easier for the hosts to secure victory. According to him, the referee’s actions disrupted Nigeria’s rhythm at key moments of the match. Onyeka, who played […]
AFCON 2025: ‘Referees not at the level’ – Thierry Henry gives verdict on tournament
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has shared his thoughts on the recently concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), praising the tournament’s organisation while highlighting some issues with officiating. Henry commended Morocco for delivering impressive stadiums, hotels, and infrastructure throughout the competition. Henry also weighed in on the controversial AFCON final, where the Senegalese team briefly […]
AFCON 2025: Why Brahim Diaz missed penalty against Senegal – Morocco coach, Regragui
Morocco coach, Walid Regragui, has explained why midfielder Brahim Diaz missed a crucial penalty during the AFCON 2025 clash against Senegal. The miss came at a pivotal moment in the game, which ended in a tense draw. Regragui stated that the miss was not due to lack of preparation but rather the intense pressure on […]
AFCON: ‘Everyone respects him – Ighalo, Modise, Kalou react as Mane recalls Senegalese players
Senegalese football legend Sadio Mane recently recalled some of his former teammates in the national team, highlighting their skill, discipline, and sportsmanship. Mane’s comments drew reactions from football stars across Africa, including Nigeria’s Odion Ighalo, South Africa’s Percy Modise, and Ivory Coast’s Salomon Kalou. Ighalo praised the professionalism and dedication of Senegalese players, noting that […]
AFCON 2025: Prize money for Senegal, Morocco, Nigeria confirmed
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed the prize money to be received by Senegal, Morocco, and Nigeria following their performances at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The confirmation has brought clarity to fans and football stakeholders across the continent. According to CAF, the prize structure is part of efforts to reward […]
AFCON 2025: Ogbu in for suspended Bassey vs Egypt
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will make a defensive adjustment ahead of their AFCON 2025 match against Egypt, with Ogbu set to replace suspended Calvin Bassey. The change comes after Bassey picked up a suspension, ruling him out of the crucial group-stage encounter. The coaching crew has expressed confidence in Ogbu’s ability to step in and deliver […]