International Afrobeats star Burna Boy reportedly faced an unexpected hitch on his arrival in Morocco after airport customs officials raised concerns over his expensive gold jewellery. The incident was disclosed by the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, who said the Nigerian singer was briefly...
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Senegal will attempt to dash Morocco’s hopes of lifting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy on home soil when both giants collide in Sunday’s highly anticipated final. With the hosts backed by a passionate crowd, the showdown promises drama as Morocco chase a first continental crown in nearly...
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Nigerian national team, Super Eagles, for Saturday’s bronze medal victory at the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The President in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, commended the Super Eagles for putting behind them the disappointment of the semi-final loss to...
Grammy Award-winning Afrobeats superstar, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, is set to headline the grand finale of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 Fan Zone concert in Rabat, Morocco. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed the development in a post shared on its official...
Super Eagles of Nigeria have been eliminated from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after suffering a painful penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the semifinals. The tense encounter ended level after regulation time, forcing the match into penalties where the North Africans held their nerve to seal...
As the Super Eagles prepare for a crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semifinal showdown against Morocco, the Federal Government has thrown its full weight behind the national team, urging the players to rise with confidence, unity, and pride. In a morale-boosting message released on Wednesday, the Honourable Minister...
Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation into alleged misconduct during the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 quarter-final clashes involving Nigeria vs Algeria and Cameroon vs Morocco. CAF confirmed that recent match reports and video evidence point to “potentially unacceptable behaviour” from certain...
BUA Group Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu has thrown his full support behind Nigeria’s Super Eagles, promising huge cash rewards ahead of their AFCON 2025 semi-final clash with Morocco. In a post on X on Saturday, Rabiu celebrated Nigeria’s stunning 2-0 victory over Algeria and pledged incentives to spur the...
Nigeria’s Super Eagles delivered a statement performance on Saturday night, overpowering Algeria’s Desert Foxes 2–0 to secure a place in the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Grand Stade de Marrakech. The quarter-final victory ended Algeria’s impressive defensive run in the tournament, with the North...
Nigeria’s Super Eagles kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign on a winning note, digging deep to secure a hard-fought 2–1 victory over a determined Tanzanian side on Tuesday night. It was not a stroll in the park at the Fez Stadium, but Nigeria showed character and...
Hosts Morocco launched their AFCON 2025 campaign on a winning note on Sunday night, overcoming early nerves to secure a convincing 2–0 victory over Comoros in the opening Group A fixture at the Prince Moulay Abdallah Stadium, Rabat. Backed by a roaring home crowd, the Atlas Lions were handed...
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Super Eagles for putting up their best efforts towards qualifying for the FIFA World Cup, despite their loss in the playoffs on Sunday. The President in a statement by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, charged the Eagles to put behind them the loss...
Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in painful fashion on Sunday, as the Super Eagles lost 4–3 on penalties to the Democratic Republic of Congo after a tense 1–1 draw. The showdown in Rabat, Morocco, had been billed as a heavyweight clash, especially after both...
Nigeria took a major step toward qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday night as Victor Osimhen delivered a superb brace to help the Super Eagles outclass Gabon 4–1 after extra time, sealing a place in the play-off final. The game, played at a packed neutral venue,...
Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked circulating social media claims that the Super Eagles were lodged in poor accommodation before their 2026 CAF World Cup playoff semifinal against Gabon in Rabat, Morocco. A short clip shared on Monday by midfielder Alex Iwobi had sparked online outrage, as it appeared...
Super Eagles of Nigeria opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup CAF playoff preparations on Monday, with 16 players participating in the team’s first training session in Rabat, Morocco. The team’s camp officially opened on Sunday following the arrival of 10 players and the coaching crew at the Rive Hotel,...
Morocco secured their record third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title on Saturday as Oussama Lamlioui’s late strike grabbed a dramatic 3-2 final victory over Madagascar in Nairobi. Felicite Manohatsoa’s long-range strike gave first-time finalists Madagascar a surprise lead in the ninth minute. But Youssef Mehri broke clear of the...
Morocco secured their spot in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) final, overcoming defending champions Senegal 5-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in extra time at Nelson Mandela National Stadium in Kampala on August 26, 2025. The Atlas Lions now prepare to face Madagascar in...
Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed new sanctions on Kenya, co-host of the African Nations Championship (CHAN), marking the second penalty in two weeks due to recurring security failures. In a statement released Monday evening, CAF announced restrictions on attendance at the 48,000-capacity Moi International Sports Centre, commonly...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Super Falcons of Nigeria were feted at the Presidential Villa by President Tinubu and the First Lady, following their thrilling 3-2 victory over host nation Morocco in the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final. The team’s triumph was celebrated with a grand reception, showcasing...