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The upcoming AFCON final between Nigeria and Cote d'Ivoire holds a profound significance for Nigerians, extending beyond the realm of football. It is a moment of unity, a brief respite from sorrows and hardships, where the nation can collectively rally behind the Super Eagles. Unity Beyond...
Former Nigerian international Segun Odegbami's bold prediction that the Super Eagles' AFCON final against Cote d'Ivoire will be their easiest match has ignited a range of reactions among Nigerians. While some echo Odegbami's confidence, others are cautioning against excessive talk ahead of the...
Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has issued a cautionary note ahead of Sunday's AFCON Final, emphasizing that the rematch against Cote d'Ivoire will be markedly different from their earlier group stage encounter. Despite Nigeria's 1-0 win in the group stage, Oliseh warns that playing on...
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, is facing threats from South African fans who have reportedly warned him not to return to his clubside, Chippa United, following his outstanding performance against South Africa in the AFCON tournament. Nwabali, who played a crucial role in the...
The Super Eagles players paid tribute to four Nigerians who tragically lost their lives during the match against South Africa on February 7. The deceased individuals included APC chieftain Cairo Ojougboh, an Ivory Coast-based Nigerian businessman, a serving NYSC member, and Alhaji Ayuba...
Cristiano Ronaldo showed an unexpected side of himself after Al-Nassr's 2-0 defeat by Al-Hilal in the Riyadh Season Cup. Frustrated by the loss, a fan threw an Al-Hilal shirt at Ronaldo, captured in footage on X. The Portuguese star picked up the shirt, rubbed it against his crotch, and threw it...
Congo's national football team, including coach Sébastien Desabre, made a poignant protest before their Africa Cup of Nations semifinal against Ivory Coast, drawing attention to the pervasive armed violence in eastern Congo. The players and coach held their right hands in front of their...
Stanley Nwabali emerged as the undisputed hero for the Super Eagles in their AFCON 2023 semi-final clash against South Africa. Nwabali's stellar performance earned him the coveted Man of the Match title as he made two crucial penalty saves and two remarkable stops during regulation time. The...
South Africa's Bafana Bafana joins Nigeria in celebrating the Super Eagles' advancement to the 2023 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations final. Expressing gratitude for Nigeria's achievement, they commend their rival's performance with a heartfelt message on social media. The Super Eagles...
The Super Eagles of Nigeria triumphed in a gripping encounter against South Africa, securing their place in the AFCON 2023 final with a 4-2 victory in the penalty shootout. Captain William Troost-Ekong led the charge with a crucial penalty goal, while goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali's stellar...
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