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AFCON 2025 sets new highest goals scoring record ever

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has officially set a new record as the highest goal-scoring edition in the history of the tournament. Fans across the continent have witnessed an exciting competition filled with attacking football, dramatic moments, and goals from almost every matchday. The record-breaking feat highlights the growing quality of African football, with […]

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles will push hard to beat Egypt – Bassey 

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are fully prepared to give their best as they face Egypt at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, according to defender Calvin Bassey. The Fulham star said the team understands the importance of the match and is ready to push hard for victory. Bassey noted that Egypt is a strong opponent with […]

AFCON: Retain Eric Chelle despite Super Eagles losing to Morocco – Bashir Ahmad to NFF

Former media aide to late President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has called on the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to retain Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle despite the team’s loss to Morocco. Ahmad highlighted Chelle’s deep understanding of the team’s technical dynamics as a reason for his continued appointment. On social media platform X, Ahmad praised […]

AFCON 2025: ‘They’ll redeem themselves’ – Ighalo predicts Egypt vs Nigeria

Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo, has predicted that Nigeria will redeem themselves when they face Egypt at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Speaking ahead of the match, Ighalo said the Super Eagles have enough quality and experience to recover from any recent setback and deliver a strong performance. Ighalo noted that games between […]

AFCON: Morocco goalkeeper, Bounou hails Super Eagles stars after 4-2 penalty win

Morocco’s goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, has praised the Super Eagles of Nigeria after they defeated his team 4–2 on penalties at the Africa Cup of Nations. The match ended goalless after regulation time and extra time, before Nigeria held their nerve to win the shootout and move forward in the competition. Speaking after the game, Bounou […]

Morocco vs Nigeria: ‘We’ll win’ – Rahimi talks tough ahead of semifinal clash

Morocco coach Rahimi has expressed confidence that his team will overcome Nigeria in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations semifinal. Speaking ahead of the crucial clash, he said the squad has trained hard and is ready to face the Super Eagles. Rahimi highlighted Morocco’s strengths and said the team is prepared both physically and tactically […]

AFCON: It won’t be easy – Osimhen reveals advantage Morocco has over Nigeria

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has admitted that Nigeria’s clash with Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will not be easy. The Napoli forward said Morocco have a clear advantage because they are playing on home soil and enjoy strong support from their fans throughout the tournament. Osimhen explained that home support can […]

APC launches e-registration, expands membership in Ogun State

Former Super Eagles captain and coach, Sunday Oliseh, has named another African national team as the most tactical on the continent, leaving Nigeria out of his top choice. Oliseh described the unnamed team as “very solid” and praised their structure, discipline, and game intelligence, saying they show a deeper understanding of modern football tactics. Speaking […]

AFCON: ‘They’re solid’ – Oliseh snubs Nigeria, names most tactical team in Africa

Former Super Eagles captain and coach, Sunday Oliseh, has named another African national team as the most tactical on the continent, leaving Nigeria out of his top choice. Oliseh described the unnamed team as “very solid” and praised their structure, discipline, and game intelligence, saying they show a deeper understanding of modern football tactics. Speaking […]