afcon 2025

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...

The Digest: Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi delivers a sobering verdict, stating that even winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations cannot compensate for Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while demanding the immediate resignation of the NFF board. Key Points...

The Digest: Former Ghana star Asamoah Gyan has tipped Nigeria’s Super Eagles as strong contenders to lift the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy, placing them alongside holders Côte d’Ivoire and hosts Morocco in a three-way battle for continental glory. Key Points: Asamoah Gyan named Nigeria...

The Digest: Nigeria's quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title faces a significant leadership challenge as captain William Troost-Ekong reportedly considers international retirement following the World Cup qualifying heartbreak against DR Congo. The potential departure of the experienced...

The Digest: A cloud of uncertainty hangs over Nigeria's AFCON 2025 preparations as star striker Victor Osimhen faces a tense recovery from a hamstring injury sustained during the ill-fated World Cup qualifier against DR Congo. Key Points: Victor Osimhen was substituted at halftime against...

The Digest: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) will provide free electronic visas to all international fans attending the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, streamlining access through its YALLA app alongside mandatory Fan IDs. Key Points: CAF will provide free e-visas for...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle believes victory in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs will create unstoppable momentum for Nigeria’s campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Key Points Chelle identified the World Cup playoffs as the immediate priority before...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has declared Nigeria’s determination to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, using the painful memory of their 2023 final defeat as motivation. In an exclusive interview, the defender emphasized that the squad is wiser, more...

The Digest: The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set for a high-stakes pre-AFCON friendly against Egypt, pitting two of Africa's biggest football stars, Victor Osimhen and Mohamed Salah, against each other. The match is scheduled for December 14 at the Cairo International Stadium, serving as a...

The Digest: The stage is set for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), with Morocco poised to host the continent's premier football event for the second time. The tournament will run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, featuring 24 nations, including the Super Eagles of...

The Digest: No Nigerian referees were included in CAF's selection of 94 officials for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. This marks the 19th consecutive year that Nigerian referees will be absent from Africa's premier football tournament, with the last appearance dating back to Emmanuel...

The Digest: Werder Bremen's Felix Agu is set to miss several months, including the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, after suffering a severe syndesmosis ligament injury during a Bundesliga match. Key Points: Super Eagles defender Felix Agu sustained a severe syndesmosis ligament injury. The...

In a strategic move to bolster their AFCON preparations, Nigeria's Super Eagles will face Colombia in an international friendly this November as part of a US tour designed to test the team against diverse football styles. The match, scheduled for New York's Citi Field, forms part of a crucial...