Tuesday, February 3

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Troost-Ekong, Aina back Super Eagles for AFCON semi-final

Former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, and defender, Ola Aina, have sent messages of encouragement to the Nigerian national team ahead of their semi-final clash against Morocco, expressing strong belief in the players’ ability to go all the way. In…

NPFL: Kun Khalifat sign 12 new players for second stanza

Kun Khalifat FC have recruited 12 new players for the second stanza of the 2025/26 season. The newly signed players are Ebetomame Oghenetega, Iyamu Blessed, Abdulrafiu Owolabi, Salami Damilola and Ekebuike James. Others are James Ebuka, Benson Benkin, Muhammed Adamu…

We can reach AFCON final despite Morocco’s advantag

Super Eagles assistant captain, Victor Osimhen, has admitted that Morocco hold an advantage over Nigeria ahead of Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final clash due to the backing of their home supporters. Osimhen, who is expected to lead the…

Super Eagles Battle Morocco for AFCON 2025 Final Ticket

Nigeria will attempt to write another significant chapter in their Africa Cup of Nations history when they face hosts Morocco in the semi-finals of the 2025 tournament at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Wednesday night, with a…

Salah, Mané renew familiar battle as Egypt meet Senegal

A familiar heavyweight rivalry will be renewed on Wednesday when Senegal take on Egypt in the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The encounter, scheduled for 6 p.m. (Nigerian time) at the Grande Stade de Tangier, will…

AFCON 2025: Iwobi closes in on Super Eagles milestone

Alex Iwobi will make his 97th appearance for the Super Eagles against the Atlas Lions of Morocco on Wednesday (today), DAILY POST reports. A further three appearances will see the Fulham of England star become the third most capped Super…

Chelle downplays Ndidi’s absence for Morocco semi-final

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has said there is no cause for alarm over captain Wilfred Ndidi’s suspension as Nigeria face Morocco in the semi-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday (today), PUNCH Sports Extra reports. File:…

Morocco coach defends African referees before Nigeria clash

Morocco coach Walid Regragui has defended African referees ahead of his side’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Nigeria, urging players, journalists and supporters to stop dwelling on officiating controversies and focus instead on the football, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.…

Super Eagles, Atlas Lions battle for final spot in Rabat

For many observers, Wednesday night’s clash between Nigeria and Morocco at the ongoing 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco feels like a final before the final. Set for the 70,000-capacity Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, the semi-final…

Ghanaian ref Laryea to officiate Nigeria, Morocco clash

The Confederation of African Football has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea to take charge of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final between hosts Morocco and Nigeria, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The high-profile encounter will be played at the Prince…

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