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Egbe seeks emergency action on crumbling NPFL stadiums

Sports facilities expert Ebi Egbe has called for a state of emergency on infrastructure in the Nigeria Premier Football League after the league slumped to 91st in the world rankings.​ Egbe, CEO of Monimichelle Sports Facilities Construction Limited, said the sharp drop confirmed years of neglect of basic football infrastructure. He blamed substandard pitches as the biggest single obstacle to the growth of the Nigerian game.​ According to him, no league can compete with top nations while matches are played on poor, outdated surfaces. He argued that good pitches can deliver up to 70 percent success for technically sound teams by allowing them to express modern tactics and ball work.​ Egbe noted that Nigerian clubs are at a clear disadvantage when they travel to countries with modern, FIFA‑standard stadiums in North and Southern Africa. He urged government and football administrators […]

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NOC president hails Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 bronze

Nigeria Olympic Committee president Habu Gumel has praised the Super Eagles for the character and resilience they showed in winning the bronze medal at AFCON 2025. He gave the commendation in a statement issued by the NOC Public Relations Officer, Tony Nezianya.​ Gumel applauded the team’s victory over Egypt in the third place match, describing the result as proof of the players’ mental strength and growing maturity. He noted that the Eagles bounced back from a gruelling semi final defeat to dominate the playoff encounter with renewed confidence and determination.​ He said the Super Eagles have once again become a source of national pride, displaying the famous never say die Nigerian spirit against top African opponents. According to him, the win highlights the remarkable transformation of the team under coach Eric Chelle.​ Gumel observed that within a year the side […]

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Tinubu praises Super Eagles for AFCON bronze fightback

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on winning the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. He commended the team for their resilience and professionalism after bouncing back from a painful semi final defeat to hosts Morocco.​ In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President said the Eagles showed strong character by ending the tournament on a high. Nigeria secured third place by defeating seven time champions Egypt in the bronze medal match.​ Tinubu noted that Nigeria dominated the game in regulation time before edging Egypt in a tense penalty shootout. He described the victory as a clear reflection of the determination and can do spirit that defines Nigerians.​ The President acknowledged that many fans were disappointed after the semi final loss to Morocco on penalties. He […]

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AFCON 2025: Top scorers after semi final round

The race for the AFCON 2025 Golden Boot is led by Morocco’s Brahim Díaz, who sits top of the scoring chart with five goals after the semi final matches. The Real Madrid forward has been the standout attacking player for the hosts, keeping his place at the summit despite failing to score in the last four.​ Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah are tied in second place with four goals each. Both stars remain in contention to snatch the Golden Boot if they can find the net in the remaining fixtures.​ Just behind them on three goals are Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman and Côte d’Ivoire winger Amad Diallo. Lookman also leads the assists chart, making him one of the most influential attacking players of the tournament so far.​ Several other players, including Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco), Riyad Mahrez (Algeria) and Lassine Sinayoko […]

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AFCON 2025: Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt and Senegal set for blockbuster semi finals

The semi final line up for AFCON 2025 is complete, with hosts Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt and Senegal ready for two heavyweight clashes in Morocco. All four traditional giants came through intense quarter finals to keep their title ambitions alive.​ On Wednesday, January 14, Senegal will face seven time champions Egypt at the Grand Stade de Tanger in Tangier from 6 00 pm WAT. Later that night, hosts Morocco will take on the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, with kickoff at 9 00 pm WAT.​ For the first time in AFCON history, all four semi final teams are led by African coaches, guaranteeing a fourth straight tournament won by a home grown manager. The last four features defending champions Senegal, record winners Egypt, host nation Morocco and a powerful Nigeria side spearheaded by in […]

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Algeria set up AFCON quarter final clash with Nigeria

Algeria have booked a place in the quarter finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, setting up a high profile clash with Nigeria’s Super Eagles.​Substitute Adil Boulbina scored a last minute extra time winner to give the Fennecs a 1–0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in Rabat.​ Just as the Round of 16 tie seemed destined for penalties, Boulbina cut in from the left and fired a dipping shot that clipped the underside of the crossbar before hitting the net.​The result keeps alive Algeria’s push for a third AFCON title after previous triumphs in 1990 on home soil and in 2019 in Egypt.​ Algeria’s victory ends hopes of an immediate rematch between Nigeria and DR Congo after their heated 2026 World Cup play off meeting last November.​Instead, Nigeria will now face familiar rivals Algeria in Marrakech on […]

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AFCON knockout stage raises stakes for Super Eagles and rivals

The Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has entered the knockout phase, shifting from cautious group stage management to all or nothing football as the Round of 16 begins this weekend.​For Nigeria and other contenders, every decision, mistake and moment now carries far greater weight than early group form.​ Nigeria head into the knockouts as one of the most impressive sides after a perfect group record, free scoring performances and effective squad rotation that secured qualification with a game to spare.​However, a late scare in their 3 2 win over Tunisia underlined how quickly control can slip at this stage and how fine the margins now are.​ Algeria also progressed with maximum points, showing a level of control they lacked in recent editions, while Egypt relied on structure and efficiency to get through.​By contrast, defending champions Côte d’Ivoire and perennial […]

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Super Eagles to face Mozambique in AFCON last 16

The Super Eagles will meet the Mambas of Mozambique in their Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 tie in Fez on Monday after the final matches in Group F were concluded.​Mozambique finished third in Group F to set up the knockout clash with Nigeria, who qualified earlier as winners of Group C.​ On the final night in Group F, defending champions Cote d’Ivoire produced a strong comeback from 2 0 down to beat Gabon 3 2 in a thrilling encounter.​In the other game, Cameroon edged Mozambique 2 1, a result that confirmed the final standings in the group.​ Cote d’Ivoire finished top of the section on goal difference ahead of Cameroon, with both teams collecting seven points from three matches.​Mozambique ended in third place on three points, thanks to their earlier win over Gabon, who finished bottom without a […]

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AFCON 2025 set for kickoff in Morocco

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco today, bringing together 24 of the continent’s best teams in a tournament already marked by debate over its timing. The competition was originally planned for the summer but was moved to December and January, a switch that has angered many European clubs forced to release key African players mid season.​ Columnist Patrick Omorodion notes that the calendar change has revived long standing tensions between club and country whenever AFCON is staged during the European season. Despite the complaints, he argues that African football authorities must prioritise conditions that suit the continent’s climate and infrastructure rather than bowing completely to European interests.​ The expanded 24 team format means more countries now have the chance to play on the big stage, raising excitement among fans across Africa. However, it also increases pressure […]

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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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