AFCON

We respect Nigeria but fear nobody — Pedro Gonçalves – 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, …

Predicted XI: Peseiro Takes Risk vs Angola – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Peseiro surpassed Nigeria’s round of 16 spot from the last edition of the tournament, and the Portuguese reiterated his intention to stick with the system.     “We …

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 …

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 Bayo’s penalty before Chancel Mbemba leveled parity for DR Congo in the 27th minute.   Read Also: AFCON 2023: Victory Over Angola Well Deserved — …

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 …

Former Super Eagles International, Dimeji Lawal, advocates for Coach Jose Peseiro to capitalize on the strength of the Super Eagles’ 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 Angola’s Determination Ahead of …

We’ll Attack and Defend With Eleven Players — Peseiro – Latest Sports News In Nigeria Peseiro’s side will face the Pedro Gonçalves’ tutored side in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals on Friday.     The Super Eagles are aiming …

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 October’s International break. The 22-year-old has four goals and two assists for his …

By Dr. Mumini Alao The last seven Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have been won by seven different countries: 2010 Egypt; 2012 Zambia; 2013 Nigeria; 2015 Côte d’Ivoire; 2017 Cameroun; 2019 Algeria; 2021 Senegal. Will South Africa be the EIGHTH straight different winner at the ongoing 2023 edition in Côte d’Ivoire? That question gained validity following Bafana Bafana’s sterling performance …

Coach Jose Peseiro said he’s unlikely to change his tactics for the quarter final clash against Palanca Negras of Angola. The Super Eagles will face the Angolans for a place in last four on Friday. After missing out on the last edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Angola returned to the continent’s holy grail with a …