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The Federal Government has commended the Super Eagles for their character and fighting spirit despite their AFCON semi-final defeat, framing the loss not as a failure but as a testament to national unity and resilience
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Information Minister Mohammed Idris praised the...
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Billionaire industrialist Abdul Samad Rabiu has chosen to fulfil his $500,000 pledge to the Super Eagles even after their semi-final loss to Morocco
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BUA Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu will give $500,000 to the Super Eagles despite their loss.
He had pledged the amount...
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Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has voiced his devastation after Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 semi-final exit, marking his second consecutive penalty shootout defeat on the international stage
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Stanley Nwabali expressed heartbreak after Nigeria’s penalty shootout loss...
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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle conceded that Morocco “deserved this victory” after Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 campaign ended in a penalty shootout defeat
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Nigeria lost 4-2 to Morocco on penalties after a 0-0 draw in the AFCON semi-final.
Coach Eric Chelle admitted...
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Hosts Morocco are through to the Africa Cup of Nations final after a tense 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Nigeria, following a deadlocked semi-final that remained 0-0 after extra time
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Morocco defeated Nigeria 4-2 on penalties after a 0-0 draw through extra time...
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Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has named Raphael Onyedika to replace the suspended captain Wilfred Ndidi for Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final against Morocc
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Raphael Onyedika replaces suspended captain Wilfred Ndidi in the starting XI.
Onyedika previously scored twice...
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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
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Victor Osimhen says there is “no pressure”...
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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
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Rio Ferdinand predicts Nigeria will win AFCON 2025, citing their attacking talent...
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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
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Minister of Information Mohammed Idris sent a...
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As Nigeria and Morocco prepare for a high-stakes AFCON 2025 semi-final clash in Rabat, fans worldwide are set to unite across screens
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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...
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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
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Nike’s kit sponsorship deal with the NFF is set...
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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...
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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
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Wilfred Ndidi is suspended for Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final after receiving two yellow cards.
Coach...
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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.
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Nigeria...
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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...
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The Angolan Football Federation is attempting to lure Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chell, with a doubled salary offer of $100,000 per month. The move comes as Chelle leads the Super Eagles through an impressive AFCON campaign
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Angola has offered to double Eric Chelle’s...
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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
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Alex Iwobi...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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The session will be held at the Complexe...