AFCON

Gent boss Vanhaezebrouck Jumps to Gift Orban’s Defence – Latest Sports News In Nigeria KAA Gent head coach, Hein Vanhaezebrouck refused to blame Gift Orban over his recent drought in front of goal. Orban featured against RWDM last weekend after serving …

Hamza Rafia’s first-half strike gave 2004 champions Tunisia their first point at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations courtesy of a draw against Mali. Midfielder Rafia arrived first to send Ali Abdi’s cross squirming in via goalkeeper Djigui Diarra’s body. Mali had gone ahead through Lassine Sinayoko’s drilled opener and are on the brink of reaching the last 16.   …

Osimhen Lays down Gauntlet for Super Eagles Teammates – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The Super Eagles emerged victorious with a crucial 1-0 win over hosts Ivory Coast on Thursday. Osimhen, who played a pivotal role, winning the penalty that sealed …

Cameroon head coach, Rigobert Song has acknowledged the strength of the Senegalese side in their 3-1 defeat in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023 Read Also: #LetsDoit Again: Alex Iwobi Calls for Steady Focus After Super Eagles’ Triumph Over AFCON Hosts The Indomitable Lions coach stated in the press conference held after the match, taking responsibility …

Cote d’Ivoire Victory is a Statement Win – Ekong – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Nigeria clinched a 1-0 in a thrilling clash at Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan, on Thursday.   Captain, William Troost-Ekong, who netted the sole goal through a …

Cote d’Ivoire v Nigeria: We know their Biggest Threats – Onyeka – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Onyeka foresees a challenging encounter as both teams vie for a crucial victory in the group stage.   The upcoming match holds significant importance …

Emilio Nsue inspired Equatorial Guinea to their biggest win in the Africa Cup of Nations beating Guinea Bissau 4-1 to go top of Group A momentarily. Nsue scored a hat-trick; the first of the tournament in Cote d’Ivoire, as Nzalang Nacional pick up four points to remain unbeaten.     The game started slowly, before the half hour mark, Juan …

The Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro shared his insights after their 1-0 victory against AFCON host nation Ivory Coast. Captain William Troost-Ekong secured the lone goal from the penalty spot, and Peseiro shed light on the strategic brilliance that propelled Nigeria to success. “I think we played a good game; we beat a very good team. Cote d’Ivoire is …

Super Eagles of Nigeria secured their first victory at the African Cup of Nations, defeating hosts Cote D’Ivoire 1-0. Stand-in captain William Troost-Ekong proved to be the hero, converting a second-half penalty kick and sealing a crucial win for the three-time African champions. Needing a maximum point haul to revive their campaign, the Super Eagles displayed a commanding performance right …

Napoli’s President, Aurelio De Laurentiis is reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing Jose Mourinho on board as the team’s manager for the upcoming season, as disclosed by Naples-based tabloid Tutto Napoli. This development follows Mourinho’s recent departure from AS Roma on Monday, a move that has sparked interest among Italian clubs, including Napoli. De Laurentiis, currently uncertain about retaining Walter …