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FIFA has announced it will blend football with patriotism on Saturday as the United States marks its Independence Day and 250th anniversary, with elaborate pre-match celebrations planned ahead of both FIFA World Cup 2026 Round…
Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has described Nigeria’s current national team as one of the greatest assemblies the country has ever had after their bronze medal finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Nigeria secured…
Ibrahim Gusau, the president of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has explained why Super Eagles players were absent at the medal ceremony for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Eric Chelle’s men beat Egypt 4-2 in a penalty shootout to…
Senegal forward Sadio Mané was named Man of the Tournament at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after inspiring the Teranga Lions to their second continental title with a 1-0 win over hosts Morocco in the final, PUNCH…
Plateau United have expressed gratitude to the club supporters after the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 21 win over Wikki Tourists. Vincent Temitope lone strike gave the Peace Boys a 1-0 win over Wikki Tourists at the New Jos…
Sevilla striker Akor Adams made a memorable return from the Africa Cup of Nations on Monday, coming off the bench to score twice and secure a 2–2 draw against Elche, PUNCH Online reports. The Nigerian international netted both goals for…
The Presidency has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu is in talks with Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State.Tinubu’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this via his Facebook page after a closed-door meeting between the president and Yusuf. According to Onanuga: “President…
Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen, captain Wilfred Ndidi and defender Chidozie Awaziem were spotted at a Lagos nightclub on Sunday, a few hours after Nigeria’s third-place triumph at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, PUNCH Online reports.…
Enyimba have reached agreement with Nigeria National League, NNL, side Ekiti United for defender Peter Emeka. The People’s Elephant have reported to have agreed a loan move for the defender. Emeka will feature for Enyimba for the remainder of the…
Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Gusau has thrown his weight behind Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, insisting the Franco-Malian tactician will continue in charge following Nigeria’s third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, The PUNCH…
Moroccan player Brahim Díaz has broken his silence after his missed penalty that led to his country’s defeat in the African Cup of Nations final on Sunday. The forward took a shot from 12 yards and missed in the final…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have earned N3.56b for finishing third at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, following a 4–2 penalty shootout victory over Egypt in the bronze medal play-off in Casablanca, The PUNCH reports. The match ended 0–0 in regulation…
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is set to join Qatari club Al Ahli SC from Al Kholood, DAILY POST reports. Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano confirmed Troost-Ekong’s imminent departure on Monday. “Nigerian defender William Troost-Ekong is signing in Qatar for…
A former England striker Alan Shearer has criticised the decision to book Diogo Dalot during Sunday’s Manchester derby, insisting the challenge should have earned a red card. Speaking to BBC Sport on Monday, Shearer said: “I think VAR got that…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles recorded a major rise in the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking released on Monday, climbing 12 places to 26th globally and third on the continent. The big leap comes on the heels of their strong showing at…
Morocco captain, Achraf Hakimi, has come under criticism following a controversial moment involving Senegal goalkeeper Édouard Mendy during the chaotic 2025 AFCON final between both teams. Video footage circulating on social media captured Hakimi picking up Mendy’s towel and throwing…
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