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The Digest: The Super Eagles of Nigeria, buoyed by a perfect group stage, face a tactical test against a spirited Mozambique side in the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16, a match where high confidence meets the unpredictable pressure of knockout football. Key Points: Nigeria won all three...

The Digest: Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has dismissed any distraction from being named CAF’s Best Coach of the Group Stage, insisting Nigeria’s sole focus is on winning the Africa Cup of Nations. After guiding the team to a perfect group phase, Chelle emphasized that the award is...

The Digest: While Nigeria's head coach, Eric Chelle, is financially settled and fully focused, the Super Eagles players are still awaiting their tournament bonuses as the team enters the AFCON 2025 knockout stage. Reports confirm Chelle's salary and match fees have been paid in full, ensuring...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has asserted Nigeria's readiness and determination to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, stating the team's singular objective is to bring the trophy home for the first time in 13 years. Key Points: Osimhen stated winning AFCON would "mean a...

The Digest: As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations enters the knockout stage, the tournament’s goalscoring chart reveals a competitive race led by stars from Algeria and Morocco, while Nigeria boasts the most potent and diverse attack. The Super Eagles head into the Round of 16 as the...

The Digest: The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, setting up a clash with the tournament's spirited underdogs. The fixture was confirmed after Mozambique finished third in Group F, securing their place as one of the four best...

The Digest: Victor Osimhen has been ranked the fifth-highest goalscorer in the world for 2025, finding the net 46 times in 52 appearances for both club and country. Key Points: The 27-year-old finished behind only Kylian Mbappé (66), Harry Kane (60), Erling Haaland (57), and Kevin...

The Digest: The Super Eagles' captain has issued a fearless declaration of intent as the tournament enters its decisive phase. Victor Osimhen, after leading Nigeria to a perfect group stage, stated he has no preference for the team's next opponent, boldly asserting, "I don't care. Anybody can...

The Digest: Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has said he owes teammate Samuel Chukwueze a special gift after the winger provided both assists for his two goals in Nigeria’s 3-1 AFCON victory over Uganda. Key Points: Onyedika scored a second-half brace to seal Nigeria’s perfect group...

The Digest: Uganda’s head coach, Paul Put, believes the current Super Eagles squad possesses the quality, balance, and tactical organisation to reach the AFCON 2025 final, drawing a direct comparison to Nigeria’s 2013 title-winning team. Key Points: Put made the remarks after his side’s 3-1...

The Digest: Super Eagles skipper Wilfred Ndidi has expressed his sorrow over the fatal car crash involving boxer Anthony Joshua, calling it a “difficult one” and extending strength to the athlete and the families of the two friends who died. Key Points: Ndidi spoke after Nigeria's 3-1 AFCON...

The Digest: The Super Eagles will face the third-place finisher from Group F, a slot that could be filled by defending champions Ivory Coast, five-time winners Cameroon, surprise package Mozambique, or Gabon. Key Points: Nigeria secured top spot in Group C with three wins, including a 3-1...

The Digest: Raphael Onyedika was named Man of the Match following his influential display in Nigeria's 3-1 win over Uganda, capping a perfect group stage for the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Key Points: Onyedika, making his first start of the tournament, scored two...

The Digest: A rotated squad proves its strength as Nigeria secures a flawless group stage record. The Super Eagles defeated Uganda 3-1 in their final Group C match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, finishing with a perfect nine points and cementing their position as group winners. Key...

The Digest: With qualification secured, the Super Eagles' final group stage match becomes a stage for rotation and fresh legs. Head coach Eric Chelle has reshuffled his lineup dramatically, making eight changes to the starting eleven that defeated Tunisia, handing opportunities to new faces...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has revealed that former Chelsea and Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel was a key inspiration to him while growing up, highlighting the generational bridge that connects past and present in Nigerian football. Speaking ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON clash...

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: The Nigeria Football Federation has denied reports that FIFA has dismissed its protest against the Democratic Republic of Congo for allegedly fielding ineligible players during the World Cup playoffs. NFF General Secretary Muhammad Sanusi stated that the federation has yet to...

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: Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has described Nigeria's 3-2 victory over Tunisia as a “step in the right direction,” after a stellar individual performance where he scored one goal and provided two assists. Key Points: Lookman was instrumental, assisting Victor Osimhen's...