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AFCON 2025: Bassey backs Fredrick recovery, points to attacking chemistry
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has voiced confidence in Benjamin Fredrick’s recovery from injury, insisting the centre-back remains firmly in…
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AFCON 2025: Osimhen elevated to vice-captain, penalty taker in Super Eagles reshuffle
Victor Osimhen has been handed expanded responsibilities in the Super Eagles following a leadership reorganisation ahead of the 2025 Africa…
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Beating Nigeria would be like winning AFCON — Tanzania coach
Tanzania’s head coach, Miguel Gamondi, has expressed optimism ahead of his team’s Group C opener against Nigeria at the 2025…
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Ndidi warns Super Eagles against ‘underrating’ AFCON opponents
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has cautioned Nigeria against complacency as they prepare to face Tanzania in their opening match…
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AFCON 2025: Salah rescues Egypt with late strike against Zimbabwe
Mohamed Salah delivered a decisive stoppage-time goal as Egypt overturned an early deficit to secure a 2-1 victory over Zimbabwe…
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“I am not worried” – Chelle plays down three defensive absences at AFCON 2025
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has dismissed concerns over Nigeria’s defensive depth ahead of AFCON 2025, insisting the absence…
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South Africa open AFCON 2025 with hard-fought win over Angola
South Africa began their AFCON 2025 campaign on a positive note, edging Angola 2-1 in a lively Group B fixture…
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CAF approves $1m yearly funding for NFF
The Nigeria Football Federation will receive an annual allocation of $1 million following a sweeping overhaul of senior national team…
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AFCON 2025: ‘We are not here only to defend’ – Tanzania coach warns Super Eagles
Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has issued a stern warning ahead of his side’s AFCON 2025 Group C opener against…
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FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles finish 2025 ranked 38th globally
The Super Eagles will end 2025 ranked 38th in the world, according to the latest FIFA rankings released on Monday.…
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Serie A: Okoye apologises after early red card sinks Udinese
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has issued a public apology after his early dismissal played a decisive role in his side’s…
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AFCON 2025: Osimhen talks tough ahead of Tanzania opener
Victor Osimhen has issued a clear warning to opponents as Nigeria prepare to open their Africa Cup of Nations campaign…
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AFCON 2025: Morocco open account with win over stubborn Comoros
Hosts Morocco opened their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a hard-earned 2-0 win over a disciplined Comoros…
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Yamal strikes as Barcelona tighten grip on La Liga summit
Barcelona strengthened their hold on top spot in La Liga with an away win over Villarreal, restoring a four-point lead…
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Chelsea demolish dismal Liverpool 9-1 to reach League Cup semis
Chelsea stormed into the Women’s League Cup semi-finals with a ruthless 9-1 routing of Liverpool, delivering one of the most…
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles opponents Uganda boycott training over unpaid allowances
Uganda’s national team, the Cranes, have refused to train over unpaid allowances, just days before their 2025 Africa Cup of…
