Eric Chelle is not just thinking about today’s Super Eagles — he is dreaming big, reflecting deeply, and revealing unseen sacrifices from Africa’s biggest football stage. In a revealing interview with RMC Sport, the Nigeria head coach opened up on his lifelong ambition, Victor Osimhen’s bravery at AFCON, and a frightening health scare he endured
A Moroccan court has postponed its decision in the case involving supporters arrested following violent incidents at the **2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final**, extending the uncertainty for the group of foreign nationals facing prosecution in connection with the unrest. The Rabat Court of First Instance was set to deliver a verdict on supporters,
Pape Thiaw Explains AFCON Final Touchline Incident, Says Actions Were Driven by Emotion and Protection of Players Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has reflected on the controversial incident that briefly disrupted the Africa Cup of Nations final, insisting his actions were driven by emotion and a desire to protect his players rather than any intention
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Former France international Thierry Henry has weighed in firmly on the debate over refereeing at the recently concluded Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, dismissing suggestions to bring in European officials and instead urging significant investment in the education and development of African referees. His remarks, made during an appearance on
Former France forward Thierry Henry and ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher have offered sharply contrasting views on refereeing at the just concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following controversy during the tournament’s final, reigniting debate over officiating standards and development in African football . Speaking on CBS Sports Golazo after the final, Henry said the
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Sunday Oliseh Alleges NFF Plot to Undermine His CAF Role at AFCON Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has alleged that senior officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) attempted to sabotage his role as a Confederation of African Football (CAF) match analyst and commentator during the recently concluded Africa
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has officially completed a transfer to Al Ahli Sports Club of the Qatar Stars League, leaving Saudi Arabian side Al Kholood in a move that marks the next chapter in his distinguished club career. The 32-year-old centre-back agreed a long-term contract with Al Ahli SC that runs until June 2028,
Morocco forward Brahim Díaz has issued an emotional apology after missing the crucial penalty that could have secured the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title for the Atlas Lions, describing the moment as a wound that “does not heal easily.” Díaz’s miss came in the closing moments of a tense and controversial AFCON final against
Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye has offered insight into his team’s response after a controversial penalty was awarded to Morocco during the closing stages of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat. Senegal went on to win the match 1-0 in extra time thanks to Pape Gueye’s decisive strike, but only after significant
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Veteran football coach Claude Le Roy has revealed that he advised Senegal captain Sadio Mané to urge his teammates to return to the pitch after they briefly walked off during the chaotic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco’s Atlas Lions on Sunday. The AFCON final descended into tension