Two more semi-final tickets are up for grabs on Saturday at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, and Nigeria’s Super Eagles are firmly focused on claiming one of them when they face long-time rivals Algeria in Marrakech. Saturday’s…

Morocco head coach, Walid Regragui has identified winger, Brahim Diaz as a special player in his squad amid the ongoing AFCON tournament. He also called on the Atlas Lions players to show respect and maintain humility towards other teams as…

Algeria midfielder Ismaël Bennacer is a major doubt for Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final against Nigeria after sustaining a muscle injury that could significantly weaken the Desert Foxes’ midfield, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 28-year-old was forced off in…

Super Eagles defender, Bright Osayi-Samuel has predicted the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal clash between the Super Eagles and the Desert Warriors of Algeria. The defender said he does not worry too much about Algeria’s strong…

The Confederation of African Football has appointed Senegalese referee Issa Sy to officiate Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final between Nigeria and Algeria in Marrakech. CAF had initially named Omar Artan for the encounter but withdrew the appointment amid growing…

Super Eagles midfielder, Frank Onyeka, has revealed what has been helping Nigeria do well at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Nigeria plays against Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday.…

Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar has expressed his delight following his permanent move from Real Sociedad to Valencia, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 28-year-old finalised his transfer on Thursday after weeks of speculation, with Valencia paying €5m for his services…

At least four teams have made it into the fourth round of this season’s FA Cup. This follows the conclusion of Friday’s third round ties around the UK. Wrexham qualified via a penalty shoot-out success, after their game with Nottingham…

Nigeria’s U-20 Women’s National Team, the Falconets, have resumed camping in Abuja ahead of their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against Senegal. The team opened camp on Saturday, January 4, at the Westpoint Hotel, with 17 players currently…

Anthony Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, has addressed reports of the boxer’s future following the tragic car accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his close friends, Saturday PUNCH reports. Speaking to talkSPORT Boxing, Hearn said that out…

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has said he is sure that their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal game against Nigeria will be a different test compared to their earlier match against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the round of…

We will remain focused, united – Chelle Nigeria will remain focused and united when they face Algeria in their Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final duel at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Saturday (today), coach Eric Chelle has declared, Saturday…

Algeria head coach, Vladimir Petković, admitted that his team must be at their best to stop Nigeria in their quarter-final fixture. The two former champions will battle for a place in the semi-final at the Grande Stade de Marrakech on…

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez jokingly admitted he fears Nigeria’s potent attack ahead of Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash in Marrakech, though he insists his team have the quality to progress, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The former Manchester City…

Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has refused to respond to questions about the team’s bonuses before Nigeria’s quarterfinal match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The game against Algeria’s Desert Warriors is set to take place on Saturday. Nigeria’s…