afcon 2025

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has confidently downplayed the impact of Morocco’s home support ahead of Wednesday’s AFCON semi-final, stating that Nigeria’s experience in front of massive crowds leaves the team unfazed Key Points: Victor Osimhen says there is “no pressure”...

The Digest: Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has publicly backed Nigeria to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting the star power of Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Alex Iwobi Key Points: Rio Ferdinand predicts Nigeria will win AFCON 2025, citing their attacking talent...

The Digest: The Nigerian government has delivered a rallying message to the Super Eagles ahead of their critical AFCON semi-final against Morocco, calling on the team to play with unity, pride, and the confidence of champions Key Points: Minister of Information Mohammed Idris sent a...

The Digest: As Nigeria and Morocco prepare for a high-stakes AFCON 2025 semi-final clash in Rabat, fans worldwide are set to unite across screens Key Points: The semi-final kicks off at 21:00 local time on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. In the UK, the match will air live and free on Channel 4...

The Digest: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a licensing agreement with Netflix to bring daily highlight shows of the TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2025 to subscribers across Sub-Saharan Africa Key Points: CAF agrees to license AFCON 2025 daily highlights to Netflix...

The Digest: The Nigeria Football Federation has moved to calm rising anxieties over the appointment of a Ghanaian referee and South African VAR official for Wednesday’s high-stakes AFCON semi-final against Morocco. Key Points: The NFF has addressed concerns over CAF’s choice of match...

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...