AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle hails Nigeria’s dominant win over Uganda
Nigerian head coach Eric Chelle was impressed with the performances of the ‘fringe’ players in the country’s 3-1 win over Uganda in Tuesday’s AFCON clash. A much-changed Super Eagles side headed into their final Group C clash at the ongoing tournament in Morocco, but delivered a performance even the regulars would have been proud of […]
Don’t invite some players again – Peterside Idah reacts to Super Eagles’ embarrassing loss to Rwanda
Former Nigeria international Peterside Idah has voiced his displeasure with the Super Eagles following their shocking 2-1 defeat to Rwanda in the final game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The Super Eagles, who had already secured their place in the tournament, aimed to maintain their unbeaten record in the qualifiers but […]
2025 AFCON qualifiers: Chukwueze’s rescue mission falls short as Rwanda shocks Super Eagles in Uyo
The Super Eagles’ final group-stage game in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers ended in disappointment as Rwanda came from behind to claim a 2-1 victory at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. While the 2013 AFCON champions had already secured their spot in Morocco, the loss ended their unbeaten streak in the qualifiers. […]
Troost-Ekong dismisses retirement talk, eyes AFCON and World Cup goals
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has quelled rumours about his retirement, assuring fans that he remains fully committed to the national team. The 31-year-old defender, who recently earned his 75th cap, reiterated his desire to continue contributing to the success of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Speaking ahead of Nigeria’s final AFCON 2025 qualifier against […]
“There is a lot of good teams” – Leverkusen’s Boniface lists teams to watch at 2025 AFCON
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has named the teams he believes will be the strongest contenders at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tournament. Following Nigeria’s qualification for the tournament with a 1-1 draw against Benin, Boniface expressed his satisfaction with the Super Eagles’ progress. Although he only featured in the final 18 minutes of […]
“The message was clear” – Gernot Rohr reacts after Benin’s draw against Nigeria
Benin head coach Gernot Rohr made it clear that his team’s objective was simple after their 1-1 draw against Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. According to German tactician, his team were to secure qualification with a win, but above all, not lose to the Auguston Eguavoen led side at the […]
