Ahead of Mali’s eagerly awaited Group A showdown against hosts Morocco at the AFCON 2025, an unexpected question has taken centre stage in Rabat: will Yves Bissouma play? The Mali captain and midfield anchor has been dealing with recovery off…

As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco enters its group stage rhythm, individual brilliance has already begun defining narratives. Across six host cities and nine stadiums, players have stepped up in crucial moments earning CAF’s Men of the…

Tickets for Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations group match against Tunisia at the Fez Stadium on Saturday have been completely sold out, in a surprise development amid concerns over low attendances at the tournament so far, The PUNCH reports. The…

The second round of group-stage matches at the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is set to push the tournament beyond early promise and into true competitive intensity, as pedigree, pressure and psychology begin to outweigh opening-day momentum. After a…

Man United Coach, Ruben Amorim, has made it clear he is unwilling to sanction any player departures during the January transfer window unless suitable replacements are brought in, insisting his squad is already stretched too thin. As reported by BBC…

Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has reflected on the opportunity to represent Nigeria, describing it as a moment of gratitude after overcoming early career setbacks, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Bassey has emerged as one of Nigeria’s most consistent defenders, marshalling the…

Mali’s Boubou Traore will be at the centre when the Super Eagles take on Tunisia in a Group C fixture at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday, DAILY POST reports. The highly anticipated encounter is slated for the…

On-loan AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze has admitted that a lack of game time and continuity hampered his progress in Serie A before his move to Fulham, where he has since rediscovered his form, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Chukwueze joined…

West African champion Matthew Kuti reaffirmed his supremacy in the men’s game, just as regional women’s champion, Ajoke Ojomu, also staged a remarkable comeback against Sukurat Aiyelabegan to clinch the women’s singles crown, at the grand finale of the 11th…

The annual Lagos Boxing Hall of Fame Governor’s Belt will light up Boxing Day (today), with a thrilling one-day fiesta as Nigeria’s top pugilists clash for glory in Lagos, the nation’s commercial hub. To ensure the fighters are fully prepared,…

The much-anticipated sports and entertainment show, GOtv Boxing Night 34 Jam Festival, will take place on Friday at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos. The Boxing Day showcase will feature six professional bouts, headlined by the national super bantamweight title clash…

The Africa Cup of Nations will break new ground on Friday when Angola and Zimbabwe meet in the competition’s first-ever Boxing Day fixture, as Group B action continues at the Stade de Marrakech in Morocco, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The…

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh believes Nigeria have laid a strong foundation for a deep run at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after opening their campaign with a vital victory in Fez, insisting the manner of the win…

Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has expressed his admiration for Akor Adams following his display during Nigeria’s 2–1 victory over Tanzania at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, this week. Oliseh noted that the Sevilla striker displayed an…

Gombe United will embark on a 12-day break following the conclusion of the first stanza of the season.The mid-season break begins on Wednesday, December 24, 2026. The players and officials will resume preparations for the second stanza on Sunday, January…