afcon 2025

The Digest: A Galatasaray supporter named Hussein made his way to the Super Eagles’ training session in Fès, Morocco, on Monday, bringing a club flag to cheer on Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. Key Points: A Galatasaray fan attended the Super Eagles’ training session in Fès, Morocco He...

The Digest: Egypt secured top spot in Group B of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after a tense, goalless draw with Angola at Stade Adrar on Monday, advancing to the knockout stage while ending Angola’s tournament hopes. Despite opportunities on both sides, including a Fredy free-kick that...

The Digest: Manchester United forward Amad Diallo scored his second goal of the tournament to secure a 1–1 draw for Ivory Coast against Cameroon in a tightly contested Africa Cup of Nations group match. Diallo broke the deadlock early in the second half before an unfortunate own goal leveled...

The Digest: A first-half penalty from captain Riyad Mahrez secured Algeria’s place in the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage with a hard-fought 1–0 win over Burkina Faso in Rabat. The victory gives the Desert Foxes a perfect six points in Group E and confirms them as group winners...

The Digest: Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has confessed to experiencing "nightmares" and feeling like he was "going crazy" on the touchline as Nigeria nearly squandered a 3-0 lead in their tense 3-2 AFCON victory over Tunisia. Key Points: Chelle described the final 15 minutes as an...

The Digest: The Super Eagles of Nigeria have booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Tunisia in a tense Group C encounter. Key Points: Nigeria took control with first-half goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman...

The Digest: The quest for qualification from Africa Cup of Nations Group D intensified after reigning champions Senegal were held to a 1-1 draw by a resurgent DR Congo, leaving every team in the group with a chance to advance. Key Points: The reigning champions dominated the first half but...

The Digest: Host nation Morocco missed the chance to secure an early place in the AFCON knockout stages after a 1-1 draw with Mali halted their historic 19-match winning streak. Key Points: The match was decided by two penalties, with Brahim Diaz scoring for Morocco and Lassine Sinayoko...

The Digest: Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappé traveled to Morocco to watch his close friend and former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Achraf Hakimi at the Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting their enduring bond. Key Points: Mbappé was spotted in the VIP box during Morocco's Group D match...

The Digest: The Super Eagles of Nigeria continue their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a crucial second group fixture against Tunisia, as both teams aim to secure early qualification for the knockout stages. Key Points: The match kicks off at 9:00 PM WAT on Saturday, December 27...

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: Tunisia's forward Sebastian Tounekti has framed his team's upcoming Africa Cup of Nations match against Nigeria as a critical opportunity to announce themselves as serious contenders. Key Points: Tounekti, a club teammate of Nigeria's Kelechi Iheanacho, acknowledged the Super...

The Digest: A first-half penalty from captain Mohamed Salah secured Egypt a narrow 1-0 victory over South Africa in their Africa Cup of Nations Group B clash. Key Points: Salah converted a spot-kick in the 45th minute after a foul by South Africa's Khuliso Mudau. Egypt played most of the...

The Digest: Tunisia seized control of Group C at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 3-1 victory over Uganda, moving ahead of Nigeria on goal difference just hours after the Super Eagles had secured their own hard-fought win. The result sets up a decisive clash between the two...

The Digest: Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has expressed his delight after scoring the opening goal in Nigeria's 2-1 win over Tanzania, a performance that also earned him the Man of the Match award. Key Points: Semi Ajayi scored Nigeria’s first goal with a header in the 36th minute...

The Digest: The English Premier League has officially celebrated Alex Iwobi’s influential display in Nigeria’s 2-1 win over Tanzania, highlighting the Fulham midfielder’s role in both goals. Key Points: The Premier League praised Alex Iwobi for his performance in Nigeria’s 2-1 win over...

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: Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opted for a familiar and tested lineup, spearheaded by Victor Osimhen, for Nigeria’s crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations opener against Tanzania. Key Points: Coach Eric Chelle has named a tried-and-tested starting XI for Nigeria’s AFCON...

The Digest: Former captain William Troost-Ekong has voiced strong confidence in the current Super Eagles squad, declaring his belief that the team "will not disappoint" at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Key Points: Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed a strong...

The Digest: Democratic Republic of Congo began its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a narrow but effective 1-0 victory over a dominant yet wasteful Benin side. A first-half goal from Théo Bongonda proved decisive, as the Leopards showcased defensive resilience to secure three crucial...