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Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr accused Libyan police of attacking his team with batons after their 2025 AFCON qualifier in Tripoli. The Cheetahs secured a draw, qualifying for AFCON. Videos revealed injured players, echoing a similar incident faced by Nigeria’s Super Eagles in October during...
Rasheedat Ajibade and Chiamaka Nnadozie lead Nigeria’s nominations for the 2024 CAF Women’s Awards, including Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year. However, six-time winner Asisat Oshoala misses out. Nigeria’s national teams and coaches also earned nods, with the awards set for December...
Ademola Lookman, Atalanta's Nigerian forward, has been nominated for Serie A Forward of the Year at the Gran Galà del Calcio Awards. He competes with Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram, and Rafael Leao. Lookman impressed with 17 goals, and 10 assists last season, and continues his form this season...
Vinicius Jr. was presented with a certificate confirming his Cameroonian heritage before Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Uruguay. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), in collaboration with AfricanAncestry.com, revealed the forward’s roots in the Tikar ethnic group, emphasizing...
Pep Guardiola has signed a one-year contract extension with Manchester City, keeping him at the club until 2025, with an option to extend until 2026. This deal secures his position after months of uncertainty regarding his future and ensures continuity for the club’s managerial leadership. Pep...
Okan Buruk, manager of Galatasaray, has praised Victor Osimhen as the best forward in Europe, surpassing Haaland's recent form. While Haaland has been prolific for Man City, Buruk highlighted Osimhen's clinical performances for both club and country, positioning him as Europe's top striker...
The 24 teams for AFCON 2025 are confirmed, with Mozambique clinching the final spot after defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-1. Morocco, as hosts, automatically qualify alongside former champions Senegal, Algeria, Egypt, and Côte d’Ivoire. The tournament kicks off in December 2025, promising thrilling...
Super Eagles coach Augustine Eguavoen backs Victor Boniface despite his struggles to find form with the national team. Following a 2-1 loss to Rwanda in AFCON qualifiers, Eguavoen emphasizes confidence-building for Boniface, who has yet to score in 11 appearances but remains a key part of the...
Victor Boniface has expressed disappointment over his exclusion from the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year shortlist despite a remarkable season. While acknowledging the snub, he remains focused on improving his game. Boniface tipped Ademola Lookman as a deserving winner, emphasizing that...
Ademola Lookman and Stanley Nwabali have earned nominations for the 2024 CAF Awards. Lookman is a favorite for African Player of the Year, while Nwabali is shortlisted for Goalkeeper of the Year. Their remarkable performances highlight Nigeria’s growing impact on African football. Nigerian...
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