AFCON Stories: Nigeria withdrew from 1996 edition due to politics
The Africa Cup of Nations has always had a unique flair for drama, with strange and remarkable stories stretching back...
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AFCON 2025 marks new era as African coaches claim the majority of benches
African coaches are set to take centre stage at the Africa Cup of Nations, with 14 native tacticians leading their...
Nigeria: Victor Osimhen urges Ademola Lookman to consider Galatasaray move as January window nears
Victor Osimhen has reportedly encouraged fellow Nigeria international Ademola Lookman to consider a move to Galatasaray, as speculation intensifies around...
AFCON 2025: Five most valuable African players
As the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco today, the spotlight falls not only on...
10 players who could define AFCON 2025
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled to take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026,...
Nigerian teenage midfielder Daniel Daga charged with sexual assault in Norway
Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga has been formally charged with sexual assault without consent in Norway, with his club Molde FK...
Godfrey Oboabona offers a steady rallying call for Nigeria ahead of AFCON 2025 in Morocco. The former Nigeria Super Eagles...
CAF to launch annual Africa Nations League from 2029
The Confederation of African Football will introduce a new annual continental competition, the Africa Nations League, from 2029, marking a...
Eric Chelle’s tactical choices key to Nigeria’s AFCON journey – Mohammed Gambo
Former Super Eagles forward Mohammed Gambo believes Nigeria’s performance at AFCON 2025 will largely depend on how well head coach...
English-Nigerian Chizaram Ezenwata signs first professional contract with Chelsea
Chelsea have secured the future of highly rated forward Chizaram Ezenwata after the 17-year-old signed his first professional contract following...
It’s a huge responsibility- Wilfred Ndidi after being named Nigeria captain for AFCON 2025
It’s a huge responsibility- Wilfred Ndidi after being named Nigeria captain for AFCON 2025 Nigeria international Wilfred Ndidi has described...
RB Leipzig leading race to sign English-Ghanaian forward Tyrique George
RB Leipzig have reportedly moved into pole position in the pursuit of English-Ghanaian forward Tyrique George, with the Chelsea youngster...
German-Nigerian defender Kevin Akpoguma set to depart TSG Hoffenheim in January transfer window
German-born defender of Nigerian descent Kevin Akpoguma could be on his way out of TSG Hoffenheim when the January transfer...
Dutch-Nigerian Joshua Zirkzee backed for Roma move as former chief endorses January pursuit
Roma’s interest in Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee has received strong backing from former club sporting director Walter Sabatini as...
AFCON 2025: Nigeria winger Moses Simon worried about Benjamin Frederick’s absence for tournament
Nigerian winger Moses Simon has expressed deep disappointment after injury ruled Benjamin Fredrick out of the Super Eagles squad for...
Ian Wright slams US visa ban for West African fans ahead of 2026 World Cup
Former England and Arsenal forward Ian Wright has voiced concern over America’s new visa restrictions and high ticket prices, warning...
AFCON 2025: Nigeria settle into Fez base as continental ambitions take shape
Nigeria have arrived safely in Fez to begin their final preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, becoming the...
Valencia reopen talks for Nigeria striker Sadiq Umar as uncertainty grows at Real Sociedad
Valencia have revived their interest in Nigeria striker Sadiq Umar ahead of the January transfer window, with the forward’s future...
Besiktas star Wilfried Ndidi named Nigeria captain for AFCON 2025
Nigeria midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has reportedly been named as the new captain of the Super Eagles ahead of the 2025...
Nigeria’s Odion Ighalo backs Victor Osimhen for Super Eagles captaincy ahead of AFCON 2025
Former Nigeria international Odion Ighalo has backed Galatasaray star Victor Osimhen to become the next captain for the Super Eagles...