In a highly anticipated game, the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is set for what is looking like the first unmissable match as Nigeria takes on the hosts, Cote d’Ivoire in their second group match on Thursday. The two powerhouses will face off at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. Riding onContinue reading “AFCON 2023: Ivory Coast vs Nigeria preview as the Eagles search for first victory”
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AFCON 2023: Afrobeat star Odumodu Blvck picks potential Super Eagles lineup
Nigerian singer, Tochukwu Gbubemi Ojogwu has shared his potential Super Eagles starting lineup for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The “Odumodu Blvck” as the Afrobeats star is fondly called, has been known to be a big football fan, often bringing his liking for the game into his music as evident in his smashContinue reading “AFCON 2023: Afrobeat star Odumodu Blvck picks potential Super Eagles lineup”
Jose Peseiro hails Osimhen and Lookman for incredible form
Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro has shower praises of Nigerian forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman for their incredible form so far this season. Osimhen is the current top scorer in Serie A with 13 goals in 15 games so far for Napoli while Lookman is second on the chart with 11 goals forContinue reading “Jose Peseiro hails Osimhen and Lookman for incredible form”
Senegal declares national holiday to celebrate historic AFCON win
Senegal’s President Macky Sall has declared Monday, February 7, a public holiday – a paid day off – to celebrate the national football team’s first ever African Cup of Nations crown following their victory against the Pharaohs of Egypt. The Teranga Lions triumphed on penalties over seven-time winners Egypt in the Africa Cup of NationsContinue reading “Senegal declares national holiday to celebrate historic AFCON win”
AFCON 2021: Burkina Faso blows a 3-goal lead as Cameroon wins on penalty
Cameroon completed a remarkable comeback, recovering from 3-0 down to eventually win a dramatic penalty shootout and secure third place at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Issa Kaboré’s cross met the arriving Steeve Yago, who provided a sublime finish as he kept his half-volley on target to beat André Onana in the 24thContinue reading “AFCON 2021: Burkina Faso blows a 3-goal lead as Cameroon wins on penalty”
Egypt ends Cameroon AFCON 2021 perfect run to book a date for Salah-Mane final
Seven-time champions Egypt dramatically booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. The Pharaohs of Egypt defeated host, Indomitable Lions of Cameroon 1-3 on penalties. 120 minutes of the game failed to produce any goals as Cameroon were unable to make home advantage count and were forced to become cautious of theContinue reading “Egypt ends Cameroon AFCON 2021 perfect run to book a date for Salah-Mane final”
CAF fines Comoros $17,000, suspends goalkeeping coach
In a press release by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), a series of sanctions have been levelled against AFCON debutants Comoros. Due to injuries and Covid infections, the Comoros were unable to field a goalkeeper in their Africa Cup Of Nations (AFCON) round of 16 encounter against Cameroon, with the team forced to useContinue reading “CAF fines Comoros $17,000, suspends goalkeeping coach”
AFCON Match Move From Olembe Stadium After Stampede Incident
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarterfinal match due to be held at the Paul Biya, Olembe Stadium on Sunday has been moved after a fatal crush outside the ground on Monday. At least eight people were killed and 40 injured as fans struggled to get access to a match between hosts Cameroon and ComorosContinue reading “AFCON Match Move From Olembe Stadium After Stampede Incident”
AFCON 2021: Six dead, many injured in deadly crush after Cameroon victory over high-spirited Comoros
At least six people have been reported dead and many others injured in a crush at the Olembe Stadium where hosts Cameroon beat Comoros in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Round of 16 match. It is the first time tragedy was recorded at a stadium in the 64-year history of the tournament. According toContinue reading “AFCON 2021: Six dead, many injured in deadly crush after Cameroon victory over high-spirited Comoros”
AFCON 2021: Barrow wheels the Scorpions to a fairytale last eight
Africa Cup Of Nations debutants ‘The Gambia’ are into the quarterfinals after edging Guinea 1-0 thanks to Musa Barrow’s second-half strike. Guinea were without their talisman Naby Keïta (suspended) and Issiaga Sylla. The ‘National Elephants’ almost had the opening goal through RB Leipzig teenager Ilaix Moriba, who drove upfield and played a lovely one-two withContinue reading “AFCON 2021: Barrow wheels the Scorpions to a fairytale last eight”
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