AFCON

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Following Nigeria’s heart-wrenching 2-1 loss to Cote d’Ivoire in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations final, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has expressed profound disappointment and frustration, extending his heartfelt apologies to the nation’s fervent supporters. The Super Eagles initially surged ahead in the 18th minute, courtesy of a commanding header from William Troost-Ekong. Read Also: #AFCON23: Troost-Ekong Named TotalEnergies Man Of …

2023 AFCON: Nigeria gets Ivory Coast in Group Stage Draw – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Nigeria has been drawn against West African foes, Ivory Coast, who are also host of the Africa Cup of Nations, in group A. The Three-time …

The Super Eagles of Nigeria failed to win the 2023 African Cup of Nations after losing 2-1 to hosts Cote d’Ivoire in the final. The Peseiro’s side who are chasing their fourth title took the lead in the first half, only to conceed the twice in the second half. William Troost-Ekong put the Eagles ahead with a header from corner …