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Three Super Eagles stars make AFCON 2025 Best XI

Three Super Eagles players – Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Calvin Bassey – have been named in CAF’s Best XI for the TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2025. The list was released by CAF’s Technical Study Group after the tournament, where Nigeria finished third.​ Senegal and champions Morocco dominated the selection with four players each in the Team of the Tournament. CAF said the squad was chosen after detailed technical evaluation using live data, multi angle video and on site assessments by experts.​ Morocco’s goalkeeper Yassine Bounou led their contingent, alongside Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui and top scorer Brahim Díaz. Senegal’s Moussa Niakhaté, Pape Gueye, Idrissa Gueye and Sadio Mané also made the XI, with Mané crowned Player of the Tournament.​ Osimhen, who plays for Galatasaray, finished as Nigeria’s top scorer with four goals in six matches. Lookman also registered four goals […]

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Dollar rain as bonuses and cash pledges pour in for high flying Super Eagles

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set for a major financial windfall following their impressive run at AFCON 2025, with bonuses, private pledges and goal incentives piling up around the squad. The team’s 4 0 Round of 16 win over Mozambique and quarter final progress have triggered multiple layers of payments from the Nigeria Football Federation, government and supporters.​ ScoreNigeria reports that each player has already received a 15,000 win bonus in cash for the Round of 16 victory against Mozambique. This is in addition to a separate 10,000 per goal pledge for knockout games, which saw the squad share about ₦58 million after scoring four times in that match.​ Beyond official bonuses, billionaire industrialist Abdul Samad Rabiu has promised the team 500,000 dollars if they beat hosts Morocco to reach the final. Other corporate and political figures are also reported to […]

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Nigeria have a good chance of winning AFCON, says Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez says Nigeria now have a strong chance of winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after knocking his team out in the quarterfinals. He was speaking after the Super Eagles beat Algeria 2 0 in Marrakech to reach a record 16th AFCON semifinal.​ Mahrez praised Nigeria’s attack, led by Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams, who both scored in the quarterfinal clash. He said the team’s balance, confidence and goal scoring form make them one of the favourites to lift the trophy in Morocco.​ Before the game, Mahrez had admitted that Nigeria’s forwards were among the most dangerous at the tournament, even though he insisted he was not afraid of facing them. Nigeria have scored more goals than any other side at this AFCON while also dominating possession in most of their matches.​ Despite his disappointment, Mahrez […]

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AFCON 2025: Why DR Congo’s fans will be missed

DR Congo may be out of AFCON 2025, but their supporters have left one of the strongest impressions of the tournament.​From drums and dances to viral super fans, they turned every match into a moving street carnival in the stands.​ One of the most striking images was the “statue” supporter who stood motionless for 90 minutes with his arm raised, in tribute to independence hero Patrice Lumumba.​His calm, symbolic pose, surrounded by noise and colour, captured global attention and quickly became one of the defining visuals of AFCON 2025.​ Around him, DR Congo fans filled Moroccan stadiums with coordinated songs, bright outfits in national colours and nonstop drumming.​Their presence showed how passionate support can lift a team and also entertain neutral fans, even when the result on the pitch is disappointing.​ With DR Congo now eliminated, many at the tournament […]

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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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Lookman is only Nigerian in AFCON 2025 group Best XI

Ademola Lookman is the only Super Eagles player named in the CAF Best XI for the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.​The Atalanta forward earned his place after a dominant campaign that helped Nigeria win all three Group C matches and reach the Round of 16 as one of the tournament’s standout teams.​ Lookman contributed two goals and two assists in the group stage, with decisive performances against Tanzania and Tunisia where he scored once and set up another in each game.​Analysts said his pace, direct running, creativity and intelligent movement between the lines made him one of the most dangerous players of the opening phase.​ CAF’s group stage Best XI also features stars such as Egypt’s Mohamed El Shenawy in goal, defenders Noussair Mazraoui and Yahia Attiat Allah of Morocco, and forwards Riyad Mahrez, […]

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Super Eagles train through New Year for AFCON knockout tie

The Super Eagles have skipped New Year holiday celebrations to resume preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 knockout rounds, returning to training in Fez ahead of Monday’s Round of 16 match.​The team held light workout sessions after topping Group C with a 3 1 win over Uganda, which sealed a perfect group stage record and underlined their strong form.​ Three players missed the latest training session: captain Victor Osimhen, right back Ryan Alebiosu and striker Cyriel Dessers.​Alebiosu is recovering from an injury picked up against Uganda, Dessers is managing a thigh complaint, while Osimhen was rested as a precaution to keep him fresh for the knockout games.​ Before training, some squad members took part in a media parley, answering questions as focus shifted fully from the group phase to the do or die knockout fixtures.​The Eagles will […]

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NFF agrees $30,000 Super Eagles bonus for AFCON 2025 Round of 16

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has agreed to pay Super Eagles players $30,000 each for reaching the Round of 16 at AFCON Morocco 2025, doubling their initial $15,000 offer after the team's rejection. Bonuses for later rounds have also been settled with the players.​ The team has earned an additional $25,000 in goals bonuses, with $5,000 per goal across their five strikes in two matches, making them the tournament's top scorers so far. Under coach Eric Chelle, Nigeria shows attacking flair unlike the defensive style under Jose Peseiro at AFCON 2023, though they've conceded three goals without a clean sheet by Stanley Nwabali.​ This motivation comes as Super Eagles prepare for their final Group C match against Uganda after wins over Tanzania (2-1) and Tunisia (3-2).​

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Super Eagles coach Chelle challenges team after Tunisia win

Super Eagles coach Eric Sekou Chelle urged his team to improve game management after their 3-2 win over Tunisia secured knockout qualification at AFCON Morocco 2025. Victor Osimhen scored just before halftime, with Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman adding goals post-break, before Tunisia's late fightback from Montassar Talbi and Ali Abdi. Nigeria faces Uganda next in group play.​ Chelle praised the team's intensity, aggression without the ball, and quick transitions but stressed learning to control matches until the final whistle. He noted small details matter at this level and commended the players' unity when momentum shifted.​ Man-of-the-Match Ademola Lookman highlighted the team's character, strong connections, and clear coaching instructions that enhance fluid play. Chelle believes these experiences build the team for deeper tournament runs.​

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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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