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Boost for Super Eagles as Injured Chukwueze Returns – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Chukwueze sustained his injury while playing for Nigeria in an international friendly against Saudi Arabia and was doubtful for the game.   The AC Milan medical department …

Jose Peseiro has listed his final 25-man squad for Nigeria’s campaign at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, opting for a roster comprising three goalkeepers, nine defenders, five midfielders, and eight forwards. Ahmed Musa makes a return to the squad after being omitted from games in the AFCON qualifiers and 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.     The goalkeeping department …

Former Super Eagles, John Mikel Obi says the team needs to win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, for its reputation. Mikel was a member of the squad that won the 2013 edition of the AFCON, but the Super Eagles has reached the semi-final only once since that time.   The three-time African Champions are going into the tournament on …

Southampton manager, Russel Martin has affirmed that the club will not impede Joe Aribo’s participation with Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Aribo, who has experienced a resurgence in his career at Southampton and even scored in their 5-0 demolition of Swansea City in the English Championship, is expected to be included in Nigeria’s final squad for …

Troost-Ekong Eyes Quick Return to Action – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Ekong sustained the injury during Nigeria’s group match against Ivory Coast. Despite the setback, he displayed resilience by continuing to play until the final match. Following the conclusion of the competition, the 30 year-old underwent surgery in Finland and has since initiated his …

Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has been assigned to Pot 2 in preparation for the draw for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire, SPORTS247.NG reports. Read Also: Sports Minister Advances Nigeria’s Interests In Tapping Into Sports Economic Value Chain At World Football Summit The Confederation of African Football (CAF) officially unveiled the pots for …

2026 WCQ : Bruno could Profit from Zaidu Sanusi’s Fitness Problems – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Sanusi has been absent from Porto’s last six games across all competitions, since he sustained the injury during Porto’s Champions League clash with Shakhtar …

Super Eagles Can Win AFCON – Akwuegbu – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Akwuegbu, who earned earned 35 caps for Nigeria, featured in the team that finished as runners-up at the 2000 Cup of Nations.     In a chat with …

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) and global technology company TECNO Mobile concluded an Agreement in terms of which TECNO Mobile becomes one of the Official Sponsors of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023. TECNO Mobile will be the exclusive smartphone partner of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023. CAF and TECNO …

In adherence to the stringent regulations outlined for the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023, the 24 participating teams have diligently curated their provisional squads for the highly anticipated tournament. The regulations, meticulously crafted for the pinnacle football event, dictated that each Participating Member Association (PMA) qualifying for the final tournament must submit a provisional list …