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The Digest: Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman is the top contributor at AFCON 2025 with seven goal involvements. His partnership with Victor Osimhen has powered Nigeria’s attack, setting the stage for Wednesday’s high-stakes semi-final against Morocco—a storm of talent on Africa’s biggest...

The Digest: In a high-stakes AFCON semi-final on Wednesday, Nigeria’s free-scoring Super Eagles face Morocco’s defensively resolute hosts in Rabat. Both teams are unbeaten, but only one will advance. This clash isn’t just about skill; it’s a storm of contrasting styles, history, and national...

The Digest: Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has defended Victor Osimhen’s heated on-pitch confrontation with Ademola Lookman during Nigeria’s AFCON win, calling it a necessary “warrior spirit.” While praising Osimhen’s passion, Mikel cautioned that no fire burns alone; it needs the team...

The Digest: Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has been ranked as the standout performer of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations so far, heading a list of the tournament’s top five players following the Round of 16. The Atalanta winger leads the assists chart with four, ahead of Senegal’s Papa Gueye, Ivory...

The Digest: The Nigeria Football Federation has stated that the on-field dispute between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman during the Super Eagles’ 4-0 win over Mozambique has been resolved. Team administrator Dayo Enebi confirmed the issue was settled “a couple of hours later,” assuring that...

The Digest: The Super Eagles delivered a comprehensive team performance in their 4-0 AFCON Round of 16 victory over Mozambique, with Man of the Match Ademola Lookman topping the ratings and several key players earning high marks for their dominant displays. Key Points: Ademola Lookman...

The Digest: Victor Osimhen's visible on-field clash with teammate Ademola Lookman during Nigeria's 4-0 AFCON victory has ignited a storm of criticism from fans and pundits, who are calling for accountability and labelling his behaviour as disrespectful and selfish. Key Points: Victor...

The Digest: Super Eagles head coach Eric Sékou Chelle has addressed the on-field incident between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman during the 4-0 win over Mozambique, stating it is an internal team issue that will be handled privately, while urging focus on the tournament ahead. Key Points...

The Digest: Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has addressed his visible on-pitch disagreement with striker Victor Osimhen during Nigeria's 4-0 victory over Mozambique, downplaying the incident and reaffirming Osimhen's key role in the team despite the momentary tension. Key Points...

The Digest: Nigeria has stormed into the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding and record-equalling 4-0 victory over Mozambique, powered by a brace from Victor Osimhen and goals from Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams. Key Points: Nigeria defeated Mozambique 4-0 in...

The Digest: Nigeria's head coach, Eric Chelle, and winger Ademola Lookman have been named in the Confederation of African Football's official Team of the Group Stage for AFCON 2025. The recognition comes after Nigeria's perfect start, with Chelle honored as the best manager and Lookman as the...

The Digest: As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations enters the knockout stage, the tournament’s goalscoring chart reveals a competitive race led by stars from Algeria and Morocco, while Nigeria boasts the most potent and diverse attack. The Super Eagles head into the Round of 16 as the...

The Digest: Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele has clarified his controversial prophecy concerning Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman, stating it has been misrepresented and urging critics to await the full outcome of the AFCON tournament. Key Points: The cleric faced backlash after seemingly...

The Digest: Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has described Nigeria's 3-2 victory over Tunisia as a “step in the right direction,” after a stellar individual performance where he scored one goal and provided two assists. Key Points: Lookman was instrumental, assisting Victor Osimhen's...

The Digest: Ahead of the crucial AFCON clash, Tunisia forward Sebastian Tounekti has lauded Nigeria's Ademola Lookman as a "top player" while revealing a light-hearted exchange with his Celtic teammate, Kelechi Iheanacho. Key Points: Tounekti, who plays with Iheanacho at Celtic, spoke with...

The Digest: The Super Eagles of Nigeria opened their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quest with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Tanzania, securing three crucial points in Group C. Goals from defender Semi Ajayi and winger Ademola Lookman ensured a winning start for Eric Chelle’s side, providing a...

The Digest: Nigerian stars experienced a night of contrasts in the UEFA Champions League. While Ademola Lookman inspired a famous victory, Victor Osimhen endured a frustrating evening as the group stage concluded. Key Points: Ademola Lookman played the full match in Atalanta's 1-0 home...

The Digest: Atalanta coach Raffaele Palladino has acknowledged the impact of losing winger Ademola Lookman to Nigeria’s AFCON campaign, calling him a “strong, decisive” player. Rooted in the storm of international duty, Lookman’s absence comes as the Serie A side faces a congested fixture...

The Digest: Turkish giants Galatasaray have launched a major bid to sign Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman from Atalanta, aiming to pair him with compatriot Victor Osimhen in a formidable Nigerian attack. The club has reportedly offered €50 million for the forward, with a proposed salary of...

The Digest: Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has scored in consecutive games for Atalanta, helping his side to a 2-0 Serie A victory against Fiorentina. The 2024 African Player of the Year is rediscovering his scoring touch, exploring a timely return to form that engages hopes for both...