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
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
By Tayo Salaam, Snr. Correspondent, United Kingdom Nigeria have lifted the Africa Cup of Nations trophy three times, yet one curious stat continues to follow the Super Eagles: none of those triumphs came after a perfect group-stage campaign. History suggests that flying out of the blocks doesn’t always guarantee the ultimate prize. Flying Early, Falling
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
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Former Nigeria international, Godwin Okpara, has backed the Super Eagles to lift the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy in Morocco, expressing confidence in the team’s quality and potential. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Jersey Number 12 on Friday, Okpara stated that Nigeria has what it takes to
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have suffered a setback at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as striker Cyriel Dessers has been ruled out of the tournament due to a thigh injury. Medical assessments confirmed that Dessers would be unable to recover in time for the knockout stages, prompting his return to his club, Panathinaikos, in
By Paul Lucky Okoku A dominant scoreline, useful rotation, and a familiar warning beneath the surface Nigeria won. That part is settled. What remains unsettled is whether this team is truly ready for what comes next. Before the Whistle: Remembering Fez As the match unfolded in Fez, it was impossible to ignore the broader context