By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Former Super Falcons head coach Sam Okpodu has urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to handle its relationship with the women’s national team with care and professionalism ahead of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which kicks off in Morocco in March. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Jersey
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Rúben Amorim’s Turbulent Manchester United Reign Ends After 14 Months of Strife and Setbacks Manchester United’s bold gamble on Rúben Amorim has come to an end—14 months after it began with high hopes and heavy investment. The Portuguese coach was dismissed this week following a turbulent spell marked by disappointing results,
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
In a thrilling day of knockout football at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Cameroon and Morocco secured their spots in the quarterfinals with hard-fought victories over South Africa and Tanzania, respectively. Cameroon advanced to the quarterfinals after a 2–1 win over South Africa at Stade El Barida. Despite South Africa’s strong start, Cameroon took
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet has praised his team’s courage and resilience after they overcame Tunisia 3–2 in a tense penalty shootout during their Round of 16 clash at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca, Morocco. In a post-match press briefing, Saintfiet said he was proud of his
Senegal secured their place in the quarter- finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-1 comeback victory over Sudan, while Tunisia were eliminated following a penalty shootout loss to Mali. In Tangier, Senegal overcame an early setback to defeat Sudan 3-1. Sudan took a surprising lead in the 6th minute through Aamir
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
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the Best XI from the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. This selection highlights the most impactful and consistent players who have set the tone for the tournament’s knockout rounds. Best XI of AFCON 2025 Group Stage: Goalkeeper: Mohamed El Shenawy