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Gernot Rohr, coach of Benin Republic's national team, admits it will be difficult to beat Nigeria's Super Eagles again in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Despite past success, he emphasizes the importance of organization and defense, as Benin aims for another upset after their World Cup qualifier...
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong targets a decisive victory against Benin in the upcoming 2025 AFCON Qualifiers. Despite Nigeria’s secured AFCON slot, Troost-Ekong emphasizes maintaining momentum, focusing on the team's strength and readiness as they prepare for next year’s World Cup...
Two Super Eagles players arrived in Abidjan as Nigeria prepares for a decisive 2025 AFCON qualifier against Benin Republic. Interim coach Augustine Eguavoen leads the squad, needing only a draw to secure their AFCON spot. Training starts Tuesday, with the team returning to host Rwanda for the...
Brighton shocked Manchester City with a 2-1 comeback victory at the Amex Stadium, marking City’s third consecutive defeat. After Erling Haaland’s opener, Brighton equalized through Joao Pedro and clinched the win with Matt O’Riley’s strike, leaving City’s Premier League campaign faltering...
Victor Osimhen has ruled out a January exit from Galatasaray, confirming his commitment to the Turkish club until the season's end. Despite rumors linking him to top European clubs, the Nigerian striker remains focused on his current club, where he has scored six goals and assisted four so far...
Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman return to the Super Eagles as the team prepares for their final 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda. Coach Augustine Eguavoen brings back key players while making strategic adjustments to secure Nigeria’s place in AFCON, with Benin and Rwanda on the...
Victor Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray, has declared that he will decide his future after the season, amid speculation linking him with a move away from Napoli. Despite Napoli’s potential offers, including a swap with AC Milan, Osimhen is focused on his current season at Galatasaray...
Liverpool thrashed Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 in the UCL, while AC Milan beat Real Madrid 3-1 at the Bernabeu. Borussia Dortmund edged out Sturm Graz 1-0, and Juventus drew 1-1 with Lille. Other results saw Monaco win 1-0, PSV thrash Girona, and Dinamo Zagreb earn a 4-1 victory. Liverpool delivered a...
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi reveals that his music career complements his football life, emphasizing that it doesn't interfere with his performance on the pitch. His latest track, "What's Luv?," promotes positive messages and celebrates his African roots while inspiring youth to pursue...
Fulham's Calvin Bassey revealed that Lionel Messi's iconic goal against Nigeria during the 2018 FIFA World Cup inspired him to choose Nigeria as his international footballing nation. Born in Italy to Nigerian parents, Bassey debuted for the Super Eagles in 2022 and has since earned 28 caps...
CAF has scheduled Nigeria's final AFCON 2025 qualifiers. The Super Eagles will face Benin Republic on November 14 and Rwanda on November 18 in Uyo. The matches, managed by Senegalese and Moroccan officials, will determine Nigeria’s path to the tournament’s finals in Morocco in December 2025...
CAF has sanctioned Libya’s Football Federation, issuing a $20,000 fine and two closed-door matches following a violent incident. This comes after Libya’s appeal against an earlier CAF ruling awarding Nigeria three points due to the mistreatment of the Super Eagles. The Confederation of African...
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