Nigeria’s Super Eagles capped off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a hard-fought bronze medal, defeating Egypt’s Pharaohs 4–2 on penalties after a goalless third-place playoff at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca on Saturday. With neither side able to find a breakthrough in 90 minutes, the match was decided from the spot—where goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali once again emerged as Nigeria’s hero. The shot-stopper produced two crucial saves, denying Mohamed Salah and Oumar Marmoush, as the Super Eagles claimed their ninth third-place finish in AFCON history and preserved their flawless record in bronze-medal matches. Super Eagles head coach…
Author: Damilola Amuda (Goalgetter)
Nigerian billionaire businessman and Chairman of BUA Group, Alhaji AbdulSamad Rabiu, has once again demonstrated his unwavering support for Nigerian sports by honoring his $500,000 pledge to the Super Eagles, despite their semi-final defeat to Morocco. The Super Eagles had earlier secured a spot in the semi-finals after an impressive victory over Algeria in the quarter-final stage of the tournament. Following that triumph, Alhaji Rabiu publicly promised to reward the team with $500,000 if they defeated host nation Morocco in the semi-final, along with an additional $50,000 bonus for every goal scored. However, the much-anticipated clash ended in heartbreak for…
The Atlas Lions of Morocco are one win away from African glory after a tense and dramatic night in Rabat saw hosts Morocco edge past Nigeria on penalties to reach the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. In a semi-final that offered few clear-cut chances, Morocco eventually prevailed 4–2 in the shootout after 120 minutes of stalemate. Youssef En-Nesyri calmly converted the decisive penalty, rolling his effort into the bottom corner after goalkeeper Yassine Bounou emerged as the hero, saving spot kicks from Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi. From the early exchanges, the match had the feel of…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered another statement performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, cruising into the semi-finals with a deserved 2–0 victory over Algeria on Saturday at the Stade de Marrakech. The win sets up an exciting last-four showdown against tournament hosts Morocco, who edged Cameroon in their quarter-final encounter. Coming off a ruthless 4–0 demolition of Mozambique in the Round of 16, the Super Eagles arrived full of confidence—and with goals to spare. Nigeria had already racked up an impressive 12 goals in four matches, the highest tally in the competition. Algeria, by contrast, entered the quarter-final unbeaten…
Nigeria booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in style, delivering a dominant 4–0 victory over Mozambique in Fes. From the opening whistle, the Super Eagles asserted their authority, setting the tone for a one-sided contest. The Nigerians wasted no time testing Mozambique’s defence, with Victor Osimhen seeing an early effort ruled out for offside inside the opening two minutes. Undeterred, Nigeria continued to pile on the pressure, and their breakthrough arrived in the 20th minute. Ademola Lookman finished brilliantly, curling the ball into the net after a well-worked cutback from Akor Adams. Just…
Nigeria wrapped up the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in emphatic fashion, sealing a flawless run with a convincing 3–1 victory over Uganda on Tuesday night at the Fez Stadium in Morocco. The Super Eagles, already assured of qualification, showed their intent early and were rewarded in the 28th minute. Paul Onuachu opened the scoring with a simple close-range finish after meeting a teasing low cross from Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. The goal capped off a dominant first-half display, as Nigeria’s pace and movement repeatedly unsettled a Ugandan side struggling to keep up. Uganda’s night went from bad…
World-famous boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road traffic accident on Monday afternoon in Makun, Ogun State. The incident reportedly occurred shortly after 11 a.m. along a busy stretch of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. According to eyewitness accounts, the vehicle conveying Joshua—a Lexus SUV with registration number KRD 850 HN—collided with a stationary truck under circumstances that are yet to be fully determined. The accident happened near Danco Filling Station in Makun, just before the Sagamu Interchange on the Ibadan-bound lane. Joshua was said to have sustained only minor injuries and received immediate attention at the scene. Tragically, however, two…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured qualification for the round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3–2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday. The Super Eagles controlled possession in the opening stages and limited Tunisia’s attacking opportunities. Victor Osimhen appeared to have given Nigeria an early lead in the 17th minute after reacting to a rebound, but the effort was ruled offside. Nigeria eventually broke the deadlock shortly before halftime when Osimhen headed home a well-delivered cross from Ademola Lookman in the 44th minute. The lead was doubled five minutes into the second half as Wilfred Ndidi powered…
Nigeria kicked off their pursuit of a fourth Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) crown with a determined 2–1 victory over Tanzania in challenging, rain-soaked conditions in Fes. The Super Eagles made their early dominance count in the 35th minute when Semi Ajayi rose highest to power home a header from an inch-perfect Alex Iwobi corner, giving Nigeria a deserved lead. Eric Chelle’s men controlled much of the first half and looked poised to extend their advantage before the interval, but Tanzania goalkeeper Zuberi Foba produced a fine save to tip Samuel Chukwueze’s deflected strike over the crossbar. Nigeria thought they…
Hosts Morocco kicked off their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 campaign with a tense but ultimately satisfying 2–0 victory over Comoros in the tournament’s opening match, played in rainy conditions in Rabat. Backed by a passionate home crowd, the Atlas Lions showed flashes of quality while also navigating moments of real discomfort against a disciplined opponent. Morocco had the perfect opportunity to settle early nerves inside 11 minutes when Brahim Díaz was brought down in the penalty area. However, Comoros goalkeeper Yannick Pandor produced a superb save, sticking out his left knee to deny Soufiane Rahimi from the spot. The…