Diadie Samassekou of Mali challenges Nicolas Pepe of Cote dIvoire during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations match between Mali and Ivory Coast held at Peace Stadium in Bouake, Cote DIvoire on 03 February 2024 ยฉWeam Mostafa/BackpagePix In a jaw-dropping turn of events at the 12th minute of extra time, Ivory Coast secured a stunning 2-1 victory against Mali in …
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South Africa Edge Cape Verde On Penalties
South Africa have made it through to the semi-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after overcoming Cape Verde 2-1 via penalty shootouts in the quarter-finals on Saturday. South Africaโs Bafana Bafana were mere shadows of their composed and clinical round of 16 display as Cape Verde entirely dominated the first half with smart positioning and short passes. ย …
Read More »We respect Nigeria but fear nobody โ Pedro Gonรงalves
We respect Nigeria but fear nobody โ Pedro Gonรงalves – Latest Sports News In Nigeria The Palacas Negras topped Group D and currently unbeaten after four matches in the competition. Led by star striker Gelson Dala, who netted twice against Namibia, …
Read More »Predicted XI: Peseiro Takes Risk vs Angola
Predicted XI: Peseiro Takes Risk vs Angola – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Peseiro surpassed Nigeriaโs round of 16 spot from the last edition of the tournament, and the Portuguese reiterated his intention to stick with the system. ย ย โWe …
Read More »Lookman Fires Super Eagles Into 2023 African Cup of Nations Semi Final
The Super Eagles of Nigeria clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory against resilient Palanca Negras of Angola, securing their place in the semifinals of the 2023 African Cup of Nations. Ademola Lookman, the hero from the round of 16 win over Cameroon, once again proved pivotal with a solitary strike. The decisive moment came just before halftime when Lookman expertly slotted …
Read More »DR Congo Beat Guinea, Secure AFCON 2023 Semi Finals Berth
DR Congo have secured a berth in the semi finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Guinean 3-1 in the quarter-finals on Friday. Guinea opened the scoring in the 20th minute through Mohamed Bayoโs penalty before Chancel Mbemba leveled parity for DR Congo in the 27th minute. ย Read Also:ย AFCON 2023: Victory Over Angola Well Deserved โ …
Read More »AFCON 2023 Surprises of the Group Stages: Shocks, Late Goals, and Sackings
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations group stage was full of drama, with upsets after upsets and last-gasp goals. Hosts Ivory Coast came closest to leaving the tournament, while pre tournament underdogs topped their groups. Little-known players stole the show, stars failed to deliver. Manager changes also added to the intrigue, even without teams being eliminated. The knockout stages kicked …
Read More »#SupereaglesAFCON: Dimeji Lawal Urges Super Eagles To Unleash Attacking Prowess in Quarterfinal Clash Against Angola
Former Super Eagles International, Dimeji Lawal, advocates for Coach Jose Peseiro to capitalize on the strength of the Super Eaglesโ attack in the upcoming quarterfinal against Angola. Lawal emphasizes that if the attacking line is effectively utilized, it would pose a formidable challenge for any opposing team. Read Also: #SupereaglesAFCONupdate: Super Eagles Coach Jose Peseiro Acknowledges Angolaโs Determination Ahead of …
Read More »We’ll Attack and Defend With Eleven Players โ Peseiro
We’ll Attack and Defend With Eleven Players โ Peseiro – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Peseiroโs side will face the Pedro Gonรงalvesโ tutored side in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals on Friday. ย ย The Super Eagles are aiming …
Read More »Fisayo Dele-Bashiru Speaks on Super Eagles Invitation
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru Speaks on Super Eagles Invitation – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Dele-Bashiru was rewarded for his fine start to Turkish Lig campaign with an invitation for Octoberโs International break. The 22-year-old has four goals and two assists for his …
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