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The congratulatory message is contained in a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on...

Nwabali denied spot kicks from Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, swinging the shootout firmly in Nigeria’s favour and earning the...

President Tinubu commended the team for overcoming the disappointment of their semi-final loss to host nation, Morocco, on Wednesday.

Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged as Nigeria’s hero, saving two Egyptian spot-kicks to swing the contest in the Super Eagles’ favour.

For two nations that came to Morocco dreaming of lifting the trophy, Saturday’s game offers a chance to end the...

Nigeria and Egypt, who together account for ten AFCON titles, came to Morocco believing another continental crown was within reach

This is not a match for fatigue or familiarity. It is a game that calls for fresh energy, unfinished business,...

Beating Egypt will not erase the pain of penalties, but it will ensure AFCON 2025 ends as a step forward,...

Morocco’s Brahim Díaz leads the scoring chart with five goals, underlining his influence at the tournament

According to the organisers, the latest edition will combine football viewing with music and light entertainment.

CAF has also selected an Algerian, Lahlou Benbraham, to oversee the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system for the fixture.

The Chairperson of the State Liaison Committee, Obinna Onyeocha, told journalists that the state is prepared and fully ready to...

Taking the stage after 120 draining minutes of football and penalties, Teni delivered a lively performance that drew cheers from...

The draw, held on Thursday by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), placed the defending champions in Group C

The fans took to social media to criticise Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea, who took charge of proceedings on the...

With focus now on Benin City, Edo State, for the second edition, from February 20-27, 2026, Team Delta is optimistic...

Morocco will face Senegal in Sunday’s final in Rabat, as they chase a second AFCON title.

Chelle urged his players to remain focused as Nigeria now targets a podium finish

Mr Rabiu praised the players’ courage, unity and determination, describing their performance as worthy of national pride and celebration.

The Super Eagles will take on Egypt on Saturday in a third-place play-off in Casablanca

For a team that arrived in Morocco chasing redemption after missing out on the 2026 World Cup, the defeat was...

Despite heroics from Stanley Nwabali, Nigeria ultimately fell short as missed penalties from Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi sealed the...

Two Nigerian players lost their penalty kicks, ensuring Morocco qualify for the final to face Senegal.

A loose ball fell to Mané at the edge of the box, and the forward struck a clean shot past...

The Super Eagles head into this semi-final with growing belief after an impressive run at AFCON 2025.