NIGSA: How Nigeria Qualify for AFCON Final
The Super Eagles have advanced to the final of the African Cup of Nations after beating South Africa on penalties at the Stade de la Paix (Stadium of Peace) in Bouake, Ivory Coast The Eagles took the lead after skipper William Troost Ekong converted the penalty won by striker Victor Osimhen. South Africa star player Mokoena […]
LIVE UPDATES: First Half Analysis For Nigeria vs South Africa [0-0]
LIVE UPDATES: First Half Analysis For Nigeria vs South Africa [0-0] Stay with us for live updates from the AFCON semi-final clash between Nigeria and South Africa. HT: 0:0 45′ Osimhen with a header that goes wide for a South Africa goalkick 43′ Corner kick for Nigeria after a fine string of offensive play. […]
[FACT-CHECK] Nigeria, South Africa Clash In Repeat Of AFCON 2000 Semis
[FACT-CHECK] Nigeria, South Africa Clash In Repeat Of AFCON 2000 Semis Nigeria are up against bitter foes South Africa for a place in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in what is a repeat of the semi-final clash between both sides 24 years ago. The Super Eagles won that game 2-0 […]
Semi-Final: Nigerian High Commission Issues Warning Ahead Of AFCON Clash
Semi-Final: Nigerian High Commission Issues Warning Ahead Of AFCON Clash The Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria has cautioned Nigerians of potentially inflammatory comments ahead of the highly anticipated AFCON clash between Bafana Bafana and the Super Eagles. Nigeria and South Africa will face off in a semi-final on Wednesday, 7 February for a spot in […]
FULL LIST: Africa National Teams And Their Nicknames
African football teams have a fascinating assortment of nicknames that they have adopted over the years. These nicknames represent the characteristics of the countries involved and give international matches, especially the Africa Cup of Nations, a sense of vivid imagery and narratives. Here’s a list of African National football teams nicknames: 1. Nigeria – Super Eagles […]
AFCON: HOW DAZZLING SUPER EAGLES BEAT ANGOLA, REACH SEMI-FINAL
AFCON: HOW DAZZLING SUPER EAGLES BEAT ANGOLA, REACH SEMI-FINAL The Super Eagles of Nigeria has defeated Angola to become the first team to book a place in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. Ademola Lookman was once again the hero, connecting with a cross from Moses Simon to put the Eagles in […]
LIVE UPDATES: Nigeria vs Angola (1-0)
HT: NIG 1: 0 ANG 42′ Angola with a chance to level but their attempt is intercepted by Troost-Ekong in defence for the Super Eagles. 14′ Victor Osimhen with a header that hits the roof of the net 10′ Lookman with an in-swinger off a free-kick from close range, cleared for safety by the Angolans […]
AFCON Revealed Prize Money For Winners, Runner-ups, Others
The Confederation of African Football has revealed the financial rewards for participating nations at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations tournament (AFCON prize money) in Cote d’Ivoire. The winner of AFCON 2023 will take home $7 million for lifting the trophy. The runners-up will pocket $4 million. The two losing semi-finalists (two teams) will […]
Osimhen On A Mission With Nigeria At Africa Cup Of Nations
Many of the biggest stars at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations have already been eliminated before the quarter-finals, but the continent’s reigning player of the year Victor Osimhen is still standing as he aims to lead Nigeria to the title. The 25-year-old Napoli striker may have been the obvious bet to finish as the […]
AFCON: Results Of Drug Tests For Osimhen, Two Super Eagles Players Confirmed
The results of the drug tests conducted on three Super Eagles players at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations have come back negative. The squad members that were tested are striker Victor Osimhen, forward Ademola Lookman and, captain William Troost-Ekong. News of the random tests was reported after Nigeria defeated Cameroon 2-0 in a Round […]