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Morocco under pressure as AFCON begins

Host nation Morocco enter the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations under intense pressure to deliver the title as the continent’s top ranked team and World Cup semi finalists. The Atlas Lions open the tournament on Sunday night against Comoros at the new 69,000 seat Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.​ Morocco are ranked 11th in the world by FIFA and arrive at AFCON on the back of a record run of 18 consecutive victories in all competitions. Coach Walid Regragui has repeatedly stated that the clear objective is to win the trophy on home soil in front of their own fans.​ Regragui admitted that his players will face extra pressure because of the expectations surrounding them but called it a positive motivation. He said anything short of lifting the title would be viewed as a failure for a team that […]

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New Super Eagles captain Ndidi pledges unity

Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been confirmed as the new captain of the Nigerian national team and says he is ready to embrace the responsibility with the backing of his teammates and coaches. The Besiktas player described the role as a major duty he will approach with humility, focus, and support from the entire squad.​ Ndidi stressed that leadership in the Super Eagles must be shared, built on unity and a common purpose rather than the power of one individual. He explained that a successful team depends on trust, respect, and clear understanding among all players and staff.​ The 29 year old revealed that he has already begun talking with senior members of the squad to ensure everyone is aligned with the team’s goals ahead of the 2025 AFCON in Morocco. He said these conversations are aimed at reinforcing […]

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AFCON 2025 prize money and five biggest shocks in tournament history

The Africa Cup of Nations has grown into one of world football’s most lucrative international tournaments, with AFCON 2025 in Morocco set to offer a record prize pool of 32 million dollars. According to CAF’s official breakdown, the champions will earn 7 million dollars, the runners up 4 million dollars and the two beaten semi finalists 2.5 million dollars each.​ Quarter finalists will receive 1.3 million dollars per team, while all eight nations knocked out in the Round of 16 get 800,000 dollars each. The two best third placed teams who fail to advance from the group stage will take home 700,000 dollars each and the remaining six fourth placed sides receive 500,000 dollars apiece.​ These figures highlight how far AFCON has come since earlier editions. In 2019 the winners, Algeria, received 4.5 million dollars and runners up Senegal earned […]

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Celebrities reflect on 2025 and set bold goals for 2026

As 2025 draws to a close, several Nigerian entertainers are reflecting on a year of tough lessons, personal wins and big dreams for 2026, sharing how they plan to celebrate the festive season and reset for the future. In candid remarks, they speak about body image, career setbacks, business growth, emotional intelligence and the importance of giving back. Actress and filmmaker Etinosa Idemudia said her biggest regret was living in fear of cosmetic surgery for too long. She eventually went ahead with a body enhancement procedure in 2025 and now feels genuinely happy with her look, describing herself as over the moon and hopeful for a Nigeria where hard work is better rewarded in 2026. She plans to spend Christmas with family and loved ones, organising charity visits and giveaways while quietly planning for a stronger year ahead. Producer and […]

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AFCON 2025 Super Eagles chase redemption in Morocco​

The Super Eagles head to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco caught between harsh recent realities and a powerful desire for redemption. Back to back World Cup qualification failures, administrative problems and questions over preparation have lowered expectations, even as Nigeria still boasts one of Africa’s most gifted squads.​ Nigeria’s AFCON record remains imposing, with three titles, seven final appearances and a long history of producing elite talent. AFCON 2025 is seen as a chance to reset the country’s football story and restore belief after years of frustration.​ Former captain John Obi Mikel has strongly criticised Nigeria’s build up, describing reports of unpaid wages to head coach Eric Chelle as unacceptable and embarrassing. He warned that public disputes over salaries damage trust and affect coaches, players and fans, even as he urged the team to rise above the […]

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Osimhen arrival lifts Super Eagles AFCON camp in Cairo

The Super Eagles camp in Cairo is now at full strength following the arrival of star striker Victor Osimhen on Wednesday night, as Nigeria intensifies preparations for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Osimhen arrived at about 9:45 p.m. Nigerian time, completing the list of 28 invited players for the tournament, which runs from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026. Super Eagles media officer Promise Efoghe confirmed Osimhen’s arrival and described it as a major morale boost for the team. He said that with all players now in camp, the entire squad can focus fully on final preparations and a common objective at AFCON. The team opened camp on Sunday, 14 December, at the Renaissance Hotels in Cairo, with all coaches and backroom staff already on ground. Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho was the first player to report, arriving […]

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AFCON 2025 Super Eagles camp hits 24 players ahead of Egypt friendly

The Super Eagles’ camp in Cairo has swelled to 24 players as the team steps up preparations for Tuesday’s international friendly against Egypt ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Team officials confirmed that the latest arrivals include Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu, new invitee Salim Fago and several other players who joined up on Monday.​ The camp, based at the Renaissance Hotels in Cairo, opened with an initial group of players and the full complement of coaches and backroom staff already on ground. Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho was among the early arrivals, before more players such as Zaidu Sanusi, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Igho Ogbu, Tochukwu Nnadi and Amas Obasogie reported to camp to boost the squad.​ With the squad size now at 24, head coach Eric Sekou Chelle has more options to work with ahead of […]

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Full Premier League List Of Stars Heading To AFCON 2025

A host of Premier League players will be absent when the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco, as national teams confirm their final squads for the tournament. According to the latest breakdown, about 40 players from the English top flight are expected to represent various African countries at AFCON 2025.​ The list cuts across most clubs, with some teams losing multiple first team regulars for several weeks. Sunderland, Fulham, Manchester United, Liverpool, Brentford, Wolves, Burnley, West Ham, Crystal Palace, Bournemouth, Everton, Nottingham Forest and others all have players called up.​ Among the biggest names is Liverpool star Mohamed Salah, who will again lead Egypt’s attack at the tournament. Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush has also been called up by Egypt, adding to the list of top Premier League attackers heading to Morocco.​ Manchester United will see Bryan […]

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Easywin promo offers fans chance to win AFCON 2025 tickets

EasyWin Nigeria has launched a special promo giving football fans the chance to win tickets to watch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations live in Morocco. The “Win AFCON Tickets on Easywin” campaign allows bettors to compete for an all action stadium experience instead of only following matches from home.​ At the heart of the promo is an AFCON leaderboard where every qualifying bet placed on the EasyWin platform earns points. The more users stake, the higher they climb on the table and the closer they move to securing tickets for different stages of the tournament, from group games to the semifinals.​ The company says the platform is built on trust and security, offering a transparent system, smooth betting, easy account management and clear reward tracking. Instant withdrawals are also highlighted, with winnings hitting users’ accounts immediately so they can […]

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AFCON 2025 Babangida Ikpeba back Super Eagles to restore pride

Atlanta 1996 Olympic gold medallists Tijani Babangida and Victor Ikpeba say the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco is a crucial chance for the Super Eagles to repair Nigeria’s football image after failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They noted that missing the World Cup for a second straight time still hurts players, officials and fans, making AFCON the key opportunity to restore national pride.​ Babangida told Tribalfootball he was disappointed with the Super Eagles’ display in the playoff defeat to DR Congo, saying the Congolese looked better organised and more determined on the day. He believes winning AFCON would help heal the emotional wounds of supporters who were left devastated by that loss.​ He is confident Nigeria can reach the final and possibly end their 12 year wait for a fourth continental crown. However, he […]

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