Hellas Verona striker Gift Orban continued his impressive form in Italy’s top flight, scoring from the penalty spot as his side fought to a 2-2 draw against reigning Serie A champions Napoli on Wednesday. Verona stunned the crowd at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona by taking a 2–0 lead in the first half. Nigerian‑born Orban
Algeria advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after a dramatic 1–0 extra‑time victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) in Rabat on Tuesday, setting up a blockbuster showdown with Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The tightly contested Round of 16 tie remained scoreless through 90 minutes as both sides created
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 win over Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco was overshadowed by a tense moment between two of the team’s key forwards, Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Despite the Super Eagles cruising to a convincing victory, Osimhen was visibly agitated
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a commanding performance to defeat Mozambique 4–0 in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), securing their place in the quarterfinals. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring in the 20th minute, finishing a well-constructed team move. Victor Osimhen doubled the lead five minutes later with a close-range
Egypt advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a 3-1 victory over Benin after extra time in Agadir. The match was tightly contested, with both teams displaying resilience and determination. After a goalless first half, Egypt broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when Marwan Attia scored with a
Mozambique’s national football team, the Mambas, have received significant financial incentives ahead of their Round of 16 match against Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). President Daniel Francisco Chapo has pledged a bonus of 500,000 meticais (approximately $7,824) to each player and member of the coaching staff if they secure a victory
Manchester United have dismissed head coach Ruben Amorim following a turbulent 14-month tenure marked by underwhelming performances and internal disputes over managerial authority and transfer policies. Appointed in November 2024 from Sporting CP, Amorim’s stint at Old Trafford included a disappointing 15th-place finish in the Premier League—the club’s worst in decades—and a loss in the
By Yomi Kuku, Toronto Canada Norwich City have completed the signing of Canadian international winger Ali Ahmed from Major League Soccer side Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The 25-year-old joins the EFL Championship club for an undisclosed fee, with Vancouver retaining a sell-on percentage. Ahmed, who has earned caps with the Canadian national team, expressed his enthusiasm
As Nigeria prepares to face Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, head coach Eric Chelle and team captain Wilfred Ndidi addressed the media, highlighting their strategies and mindset for the upcoming match. Coach Chelle acknowledged the challenges ahead, stating, “My dream is to win with
Super Eagles defender Ryan Alebiosu is on track to recover from a leg injury sustained during Nigeria’s final group-stage match against Uganda at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The 24-year-old right-back, who made his senior debut in that match, suffered a deep cut on his right leg but remains with the team in