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…
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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…
It was another impressive weekend for Nigerian footballers plying their trade across Europe, with goals, assists, and standout performances highlighting their growing influence in top leagues. Sevilla Duo Deliver in Spain In Spain, Super Eagles pair Adams Akor and Chidera Ejuke were both on the scoresheet as Sevilla cruised to a dominant 4–0 victory over Real Oviedo in LaLiga on Sunday. Akor wasted no time making his presence felt, opening the scoring in just the fourth minute and later providing an assist in a commanding display. Ejuke capped off the rout with Sevilla’s fourth goal in the 89th minute, just…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced a shift in the date for the Super Eagles’ pre-AFCON 2025 friendly against the Pharaohs of Egypt. Originally set for Sunday, December 14, the highly anticipated clash will now take place on Tuesday, December 16. According to the NFF, the adjustment was prompted by FIFA’s directive allowing clubs to retain their players until Monday, December 15 before releasing them for the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. With teams unable to access their full squads earlier, the friendly had to be pushed back. In addition to the new date, the match has…
Matchday 16 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered drama, goals, as Ikorodu City remain on the top of the table despite being held to a stalemate in Bauchi. Ikorodu City Stay On Top After Stalemate In Bauchi Ikorodu City secured a valuable point on the road with a goalless draw against Wikki Tourists at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium. The Oga Boys sit top of the log with 28 points from 16 matches, losing just once in their last 11 outings—form worthy of title contenders. Mbaoma Haunts Former Club As Remo Stars Edge Enyimba In Abeokuta, Remo Stars battled to…
It was a thrilling weekend for Nigerian footballers around the world, as several Super Eagles and Super Falcons players delivered standout performances for their clubs across Europe and beyond. Osimhen’s Brace Steals the Show in Turkey Victor Osimhen lit up Friday night football in Turkey, scoring twice to help Galatasaray edge Samsunspor 3–2 in a Turkish Super Lig clash at RAMS Park. The Super Eagles striker doubled his side’s lead in the 29th minute before sealing the win with a stunning bicycle kick deep into stoppage time. Osimhen’s heroics take his tally to 11 goals in all competitions this season. Elsewhere in Turkey, Anthony Dennis found the net…
It was another action-packed weekend for Super Eagles players across Europe, with goals, assists, and standout performances lighting up some of the continent’s biggest leagues. Onuachu Leads the Charge in Turkey Paul Onuachu continued his sizzling form in Turkey, firing in a brilliant brace as Trabzonspor defeated Konyaspor 3–1 in the Super Lig on Saturday. The striker levelled the score from the penalty spot just before halftime and struck again five minutes into the second half. Onuachu now sits atop the Super Lig scoring chart with 11 goals in 14 matches, underlining his status as one of the league’s most lethal…
Anfield endured another night to forget on Wednesday as Liverpool slumped to a bruising 4–1 home defeat to PSV, extending what has become their worst run of form since 1953. The Reds have now lost nine of their last 12 games in all competitions, and this latest collapse at home has intensified the spotlight on Arne Slot’s struggling side. While Slot’s domestic challenges are no secret—arriving into this fixture on the back of two consecutive three-goal defeats—Europe had offered some much-needed relief. Three wins from their first four Champions League matches, including a standout victory over Real Madrid, hinted at progress. But against…
Arsenal’s Champions League campaign rolled on in style as the Gunners swept aside Bayern Munich with a confident 3–1 victory — a result that also saw Noni Madueke net his first goal for the club. The tone was set early. Arsenal dominated from kickoff, and their pressure paid off in the 22nd minute when Jurrien Timber rose to meet Bukayo Saka’s corner. It marked Arsenal’s 10th goal from a corner this season — more than any other team across Europe’s top five leagues — underscoring just how lethal they’ve become from set pieces. Bayern responded well after falling behind. A…