afcon 2025

The Digest: Udinese will release goalkeeper Maduka Okoye for Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign after their Serie A match against Napoli on Saturday. Rooted in the storm of international duty, the decision aligns with FIFA’s December 15 release window, allowing Okoye to join the...

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: The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will commence on Sunday, 21 December in Morocco, offering a festive feast of football over the Christmas and New Year period. The expanded 24-team tournament, featuring heavyweights like hosts Morocco, Egypt, Senegal, and defending champions...

The Digest: As coach Eric Chelle prepares to finalize his 28-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations, several high-profile Super Eagles players are on the brink of missing the tournament. With the selection clash between current form and the coach's preference intensifying, some established...

The Digest: Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is reportedly yet to receive his salary for the past two months, casting a shadow over Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The delay comes as Chelle, who earns $55,000 monthly, recently met with the NFF technical committee...

The Digest: Captain William Troost-Ekong has announced his immediate retirement from international football, delivering a major blow to the Super Eagles just weeks before the continental tournament in Morocco. Key Points: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has announced his immediate...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has achieved a unique cultural milestone. For the second consecutive year, Osimhen is officially the most-searched personality on Google in Turkey for 2025, cementing his superstar status in his new footballing home as he prepares to lead...

The Digest: Experienced midfielder Wilfred Ndidi will captain the Super Eagles at the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, stepping into the role in the absence of the previously established captain, William Troost-Ekong. Key Points: Besiktas midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been named captain of Nigeria's...

The Digest: FIFA has confirmed clubs must release players for AFCON 2025 by December 15, a delayed date that eases European club concerns but disrupts national teams' final preparations. Key Points: FIFA mandated December 15 as the release date for players called up for AFCON 2025. The...

The Digest: The Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed Egypt as the training base for the Super Eagles ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, setting the stage for a high-profile friendly against the Pharaohs. Key Points: The Super Eagles will establish their training camp...

The Digest: Head Coach Eric Chelle has named a 55-man provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, blending global stars with domestic league talents in the first step toward continental glory in Morocco. Key Points: Head Coach Eric Chelle has released a provisional list of 55...

The Digest: Amid a season of fluctuating club form, a national icon prepares to answer the enduring call of continental duty. Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is scheduled to travel to join the Egypt national team for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on December 15. Despite recent bench...

The Digest: The Indomitable Lions have excluded veteran goalkeeper André Onana and long-serving captain Vincent Aboubakar from their final squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. This decisive move explores the tension between established legacy and future promise, engaging a high-stakes...

The Digest: Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has predicted Nigeria will win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, stating the team must “prove it” after coming close last edition. Key Points: Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi predicts Nigeria will win AFCON 2025. The tournament runs from...

The Digest: Uncertainty surrounds the delayed release of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations provisional squad list. According to the Daily Post Nigeria, this administrative delay explores a recurring pattern of last-minute planning, engaging fan frustration, and raising questions about...

The Digest: The Super Eagles have suffered a significant defensive blow as center-back Benjamin Fredrick has been ruled out of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations due to a knee injury sustained with his Belgian club. The 20-year-old, who had emerged as a key replacement for the injured William...

Chelle Submits 55-Man Super Eagles Squad as New CAF Rule Reshapes AFCON Selection The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has submitted a 55-man provisional squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with Nigeria’s final selection to be influenced by new CAF regulations allowing expanded...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has until December 11 to submit his final 24-man squad to CAF for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The deadline, set 10 days before the tournament kicks off, will see the manager finalize his selection from an already submitted provisional list. Key...

The Digest: Ola Aina has handed Nigeria a timely boost. The Nottingham Forest defender has returned to light training, marking a significant milestone in his comeback from a long-term hamstring injury ahead of AFCON 2025. Key Points: Ola Aina has resumed light pitch-based work for...

The Digest: Galatasaray's president has provided a clear path for Victor Osimhen's recovery. Dursun Özbek outlined a structured rehabilitation plan for the club's record signing after a scan confirmed a hamstring injury sustained on international duty with Nigeria. Key Points: Victor...