Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has openly acknowledged the pressure on his side to deliver and expressed his ambition to lead the Desert Foxes to victory as they prepare to face Nigeria in their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final in Marrakech this Saturday. Addressing the media at a pre‑match press conference, Mahrez highlighted the significance
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle maintained a calm and measured tone at Friday’s press conference ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final against Algeria in Marrakech, emphasizing preparation and game‑by‑game focus amid mounting expectations from fans and media. Chelle stressed that despite Nigeria’s impressive run to the knockout stage, highlighted by a
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York As the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 (AFCON) unfolds in Morocco, an official delegation from the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been on the ground studying the country’s security frameworks, a move linked to preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™️ which the U.S., Mexico, and
Spanish La Liga club Valencia CF has officially confirmed the permanent signing of Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq from Real Sociedad, bringing the Nigerian forward back to the Mestalla Stadium on a contract through June 2028. Valencia announced the deal on Thursday, underlining the club’s intent to bolster its attacking options as it battles in
Former Premier League referee David Coote has been handed a nine‑month prison sentence, suspended for two years, after pleading guilty to possessing an indecent image of a child, in a case that has shocked the football community and sparked widespread media attention. The 43‑year‑old ex‑official, who once officiated in England’s top flight and was FIFA‑listed,
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has provided a detailed fitness update and addressed media concerns as the hosts prepare to face Cameroon in their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final this Friday at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Speaking at a pre‑match press conference on Thursday, Regragui confirmed that forward Hamza Igamane has
The Nigeria Super Eagles have checked out of their team hotel in Fez and are en route to the airport for their flight to Marrakech, where they will be based ahead of Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final clash against Algeria. The move comes amid ongoing tension in the camp over unpaid AFCON match
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has broken his silence on the on‑field confrontation between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman during Nigeria’s 4‑0 Round of 16 win over Mozambique at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, describing the incident as a product of competitive drive rather than a deep‑seated rift. Speaking on his
Tension has resurfaced in the Super Eagles camp in Morocco, with reports indicating that Nigeria’s players and technical staff boycotted a scheduled training session in protest over unpaid bonuses, disrupting preparations ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter‑final clash with Algeria. According to multiple sources, players refused to train due to long‑standing unsettled
Côte d’Ivoire secured their place in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarterfinals with a convincing 3–0 victory over Burkina Faso in their Round of 16 encounter at the Stade de Marrakech on Tuesday night. The defending champions produced a composed and clinical performance to remain strong contenders in the tournament. Manchester United winger Amad