afcon 2025

The Digest: The Super Eagles' impressive run at AFCON 2025 has ignited a high-stakes commercial contest, with kit giants Adidas and Puma now vying to secure a sponsorship deal as Nike’s current agreement with the NFF nears its end Key Points: Nike’s kit sponsorship deal with the NFF is set...

The Digest: Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has struck a tone of calm determination ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final against Morocco, stating the team will approach the high-pressure clash with a mindset to “have fun, a philosophy that frames elite competition not as a burden, but as the...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has framed the suspension of captain Wilfred Ndidi as a pivotal opportunity for his squad ahead of their AFCON semi-final against Morocco Key Points: Wilfred Ndidi is suspended for Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final after receiving two yellow cards. Coach...

The Digest: The Super Eagles prepare to soar into the hosts' den. According to reports from Premium Times, Nigeria's head coach, Eric Chelle, has struck a defiant tone ahead of their AFCON semi-final against Morocco, emphasizing his team's readiness and resilience. Key Points: Nigeria...

The Digest: Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea will officiate Wednesday’s AFCON semi-final between Nigeria and Morocco. South Africa's Zakhele Siwela and officials from Lesotho, Mozambique, and Rwanda will assist—a multicultural team overseeing one of African football's most anticipated storms...

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: Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has acknowledged the formidable challenge Morocco poses in Wednesday’s AFCON semi-final, admitting the hosts “look scary.” Nigeria seeks their first continental title since 2013, while Morocco eyes their first since 1976 Key Points: Alex Iwobi...

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: Nigerian football legend Segun Odegbami has launched a bold psychological attack on Morocco ahead of Wednesday’s AFCON semifinal, claiming the Atlas Lions “must now be pissing in their pants” fearing the Super Eagles. In the storm of continental rivalry, words often become the...

The Digest: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an investigation into the confrontations following Nigeria's 2-0 quarter-final victory against Algeria. Key Points: CAF is reviewing reports from match officials, security, and media. The incident occurred after Nigeria...

The Digest: The Nigerian Super Eagles will conduct a closed-door training session in Rabat today. This strategic move explores the team's focused preparation and engages the nation's hopes as they face a formidable continental rival. Key Points: The session will be held at the Complexe...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Akor Adams paid a powerful tribute to Congolese independence icon Patrice Lumumba after scoring Nigeria's second goal in their 2-0 AFCON quarter-final victory over Algeria. The 25-year-old struck a pose mimicking Lumumba's famous statue in Kinshasa, linking his...

The Digest: A massive on-field brawl erupted following Nigeria's 2-0 victory over Algeria in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals, with Algerian players and officials aggressively confronting the match referees. The officials had to be escorted off the pitch for their safety after the heated...

The Digest: BUA Group Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu has pledged a $500,000 reward to the Super Eagles if they defeat hosts Morocco in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final. The business tycoon further promised an additional $50,000 for each goal scored in the match, with a potential...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on their 2-0 victory over Algeria in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final, urging the team to maintain focus as they advance to the semi-finals. In a message on his verified social media account, the President expressed...

The Digest: The Super Eagles have been rewarded with significant financial bonuses following their 2-0 quarter-final victory over Algeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The win earned the team $15,000, with an additional $20,000 awarded for the two goals scored, bringing their total...

The Digest: The semi-final pairings for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been set following the conclusion of a dramatic quarter-final round. Hosts Morocco will clash with Nigeria, while Egypt secured the final spot with a 3-2 victory over defending champions Ivory Coast, setting up a...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi will miss Nigeria's crucial Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash against Morocco after receiving a yellow card in the quarter-final victory over Algeria. The midfielder, who was on a caution from the previous match, will serve a one-match...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has extended a message of gratitude to Nigerian fans worldwide following the team's 2-0 victory over Algeria, which secured a place in the AFCON 2025 semi-finals. In a social media video, the forward acknowledged the challenge of the win and...

The Digest: Morocco's Brahim Díaz leads the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Golden Boot race with five goals as the tournament enters the semi-final stage. Nigeria's Victor Osimhen remains a key contender with four goals, setting the stage for a direct showdown when both nations meet in the next...