Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi is considering retirement from international duty following the disappointment of 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, final. Iwobi was singled out for harsh criticisms and abuses by fans following Nigeria’s 2-1 defeat to Cote d’Ivoire in the final on Sunday. The Fulham star wars forced to delete photos on his Instagram page after unending trolls by …
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We Take Full Responsibility — Nwabali Reacts To AFCON Defeat
Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali says the Super Eagles have accepted responsibility for the AFCON final defeat to Cote d’Ivoire. Super Eagles were far from their best in the Sunday’s final against the Ivorians in Ebimpe. It was Jose Peseiro’s men’s worst game of the tournament as they suffered a defeat from winning position for the first time. Nwabali, however, apologized to …
Read More »Kenneth Omeruo Anticipates Saudi Arabia Challenge As Super Eagles Gear Up For World Cup Qualifiers, AFCON
As the Super Eagles prepare for their international friendly against Saudi Arabia today in Portugal, Nigerian defender Kenneth Omeruo highlights the team’s focus on fostering a winning mentality. Read Also: Group Of Death? Nigeria Get Tough Match-up Against Ivory Coast As CAF Releases 2023 AFCON Draw These preparatory matches, which also include a fixture against Mozambique on Monday, serve as …
Read More »Omeruo Criticizes Coach Peseiro’s Tactics Following Super Eagles’ Loss in AFCON Final
Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo didn’t hold back his frustration following final defeat to Ivory Coast. The defender was not pleased with Coach Jose Peseiro’s tactics, saying the team was too defensive. Nigeria’s Super lost 2-1 to rejuvenated Elephants in the 2023 AfricaCup of Nations (AFCON) final. Speaking to reporters, Omeruo expressed disappointment at Nigeria’s failure to clinch the AFCON …
Read More »Mikel, Drogba react as Super Eagles draw hosts Cote d’Ivoire in AFCON group
Former internationals, John Mikel Obi and Didier Drogba have both reacted to the draw between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and hosts Cote d’Ivoire in the group stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The draw, which took place in Abidjan, saw Nigeria drawn in group A alongside Cote d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea and Guinea-Bissau. The tournament earlier billed …
Read More »#AFCON23: Ahmed Musa Speaks Out Against Cyberbullying Directed At Alex Iwobi Following Nigeria’s AFCON Final Loss
Captain of the Super Eagles, Ahmed Musa, demonstrated true leadership and sportsmanship by addressing the issue of cyberbullying directed at his teammate, Alex Iwobi, after Nigeria’s recent loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 AFCON finals. In a heartfelt message to fans, Musa urged for an end to the cyberbullying directed at Iwobi, emphasizing that such behaviour is not only …
Read More »Cooper Reveals plan to get Awoniyi Back
Cooper Reveals plan to get Awoniyi Back – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Nottingham Forest manager, Steve Cooper is backing Taiwo Awoniyi to rediscover his form when he returns from injury. Awoniyi is currently down with a groin injury and will …
Read More »Jose Peseiro Defends His Defensive Tactics Gor AFCON Final
Head coach of the Super Eagles, Jose Peseiro has defended his tactics against Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of nations final. The Portuguese was heavily criticized for how he set up his team for the championship match. Peseiro opted for his favoured 3-4-3 formation that has made his side difficult to beat in the tournament for the final. The Super …
Read More »Nwabali Admits Ronwen Williams Deserves AFCON Best Keeper Award
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali says Ronwen Williams deserves all the credits coming his way after fine performance at the just concluded 2023 African Cup of Nations. Nwabali and the South Africa shot stopper were neck to neck in the race for the tournament’s best keeper award. The Bafana Bafana captain eventually won the accolades, with five clean sheets and …
Read More »Super Eagles Gave Their Best –San
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revealed that the Super Eagles gave their best but was just unfortunate not to win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations title on Sunday. Recall that two goals from Franck Kessie and Sebastien Haller gave Ivory Coast a 2-1 victory over the Super Eagles. Captain William Troost-Ekong did score a goal for Peseiro’s side …
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