AFCON

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 …

Akor Adams in French Ligue 1 team of the week – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Adams scored two of Montpelier’s three goals at Lorient, taking his tally for the season to five goals. His recent brace and impressive performance have …

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Calvin Bassey and Samuel Chukwueze, who started from the bench in the last game, were named as starters as Peseiro switched to a 5-2-3 formation from the 4-3-3 in the Equatorial Guinea match.   Stanley Nwabili retains his place as first choice goalkeeper, while Victor Osimhen leads Nigeria’s attack line, putting to rest concerns about his fitness. Meanwhile, Alhassan Yusuf …

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has declared he’ll wear a protective face mask for the remainder of his professional football career. This decision stems from a harrowing incident in November 2021 when Osimhen endured multiple facial fractures in a collision with Inter Milan defender, Milan Skriniar during a Serie A game.   The surgeon overseeing Osimhen’s treatment disclosed that the …

Nigerian winger, Ademola Lookman, shared his optimism and positive mindset as the Super Eagles gear up for a crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 encounter against the host nation, Cote d’Ivoire. Lookman acknowledged the significance of facing the host team on their home turf but emphasized the team’s determination to leverage the vibrant atmosphere. Read Also: #SupereaglesAFCON: “I’d like …