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target=_blank>Africa Cup of Nations: Prize money, 5 shocks of previous tournaments
Drogba missed a penalty and the match went to a shootout with defender Stophira Sunzu converting the decisive spot kick
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target=_blank>Nigeria’s case against DR Congo ‘very tight’ – Dikko
The Super Eagles case against DR Congo fielding several ineligible players in a 2026 World Cup Playoffs is “very tight”, according to the chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC).
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target=_blank>Nigeria’s bizarre chase for 2026 World Cup ticket
Remember during the qualifying rounds, a protest against South Africa for fielding a player, Mokhoena with accumulated yellow cards led to point deductions and helped push Nigeria to the playoffs NFF General Secretary, Dr. Sanusi Mohammed on Tuesday 15th December 2025 alleged players’ ineligibility as a reason Nigeria’s hope of making the World Cup next year is real.
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target=_blank>Chelle experiments with new players as Nations Cup begins tomorrow
Coupled with the problem of having many new players, coach Chelle’s problem was compounded by FIFA’s directive that delayed the delay of release of players by European clubs.
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target=_blank>Joshua knocks out Paul to win Netflix boxing bout
“I just got tired to be honest. I think with better cardio I could have kept it up and kept on fighting. But he hits really hard.”
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target=_blank>Bologna win shoot-out with Inter to reach Italian Super Cup final
Bologna reached the Italian Super Cup final on Friday after beating Inter Milan 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in Riyadh.
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target=_blank>Man Utd can fight for Premier League title in next few years – Amorim
Ruben Amorim believes Manchester United can win the Premier League far sooner than the 10 or 11 years that Alex Ferguson fears it could take.
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target=_blank>Ndidi named new Super Eagles captain
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have appointed midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as its new captain.
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target=_blank>Morocco 2025: Super Eagles target fourth crown as biggest AFCON kicks off
Winners at home in 1980, and in Tunisia in 1994 and South Africa in 2013, the Super Eagles will launch their onslaught for another title against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars on Tuesday in the historical city of Fés, with the added impetus of wanting to appease their teeming fans at home and in the diaspora over failure to qualify for next year’s FIFA World Cup finals in the Far West.
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target=_blank>Arsenal in the ‘right place’ as Arteta marks six years at club
Mikel Arteta believes his transformation of Arsenal has put the Gunners in a position to win major trophies as he celebrates six years as manager.
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target=_blank>AFCON: I’m sad – Moses Simon expresses disappointment over absence of Super Eagles teammate
Nigerian winger Moses Simon has voiced his disappointment regarding the absence of Super Eagles teammate Benjamin Fredrick from the squad for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Morocco. The tournament begins on Sunday, and Fredrick will miss out on representing the Super Eagles due to injury. Fredrick has been outstanding since breaking
AFCON: I’m sad – Moses Simon expresses disappointment over absence of Super Eagles teammate
target=_blank>NPFL: Kun Khalifat sign youngster, Obari Israel
Kun Khalifat FC have completed the signing of striker, Obari Israel, DAILY POST reports. Israel joined the Owerri-based club from non-league side, Acquire FC. According to the club, his arrival is part of their ongoing commitment to strengthening the squad with talented and promising players ahead of the mid season. Israel is expected to hit
NPFL: Kun Khalifat sign youngster, Obari Israel
target=_blank>NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Yusuf nominated for Striker of the Year award
Nigeria pitch award organisers have nominated Nasarawa United star, Anas Yusuf has been nominated for the best striker in the Nigerian Pitch award for 2025. Yusuf will battle Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, and Galatasaray hitman Victor Osimhen for the award. The Solid Miners striker was recognised for exploit in the 2024-25 Nigeria Premier Football League,
NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Yusuf nominated for Striker of the Year award
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Bassey upbeat Super Eagles can win title
Calvin Bassey insists the Super Eagles have the quality to emerge champions at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, DAILY POST reports. Bassey was part of the squad that finished second at the last edition in Cote d’Ivoire. The Super Eagles lost 2-1 to hosts Cote d’Ivoire in a keenly contested final. Éric Chelle’s men
AFCON 2025: Bassey upbeat Super Eagles can win title
target=_blank>Jake Paul hospitalised after defeat to Anthony Joshua
Jake Paul was rushed to hospital after suffering a suspected fractured jaw following his six-round loss to former world heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua in Miami. The 28-year-old YouTuber-turned-professional boxer displayed resilience and determination throughout the bout but was ultimately overpowered by Joshua’s superior size and punching strength. Speaking after the fight, Paul revealed concerns that
Jake Paul hospitalised after defeat to Anthony Joshua
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Super Eagles squad numbers unveiled
Super Eagles squad numbers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been made available by the Confederation of African Football, CAF, DAILY POST reports. Talismanic forward Victor Osimhen will keep his number 9 shirt, while newly appointed captain Wilfred Ndidi maintains his regular number 4 shirt. Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru will wear the iconic
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles squad numbers unveiled
target=_blank>Newcastle vs Chelsea: A game to set momentum – A preview
Chelsea are yet to convince themselves what they want to be or achieve this season. Following a summer where Enzo Maresca won the Europa Conference League and the Club World Cup, the expectations were high for this season. The Blues were expected to challenge for the Premier League alongside Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool. But
Newcastle vs Chelsea: A game to set momentum – A preview
target=_blank>EPL: ‘He’s still learning football’ – Ryan Giggs advises Mainoo on leaving Man Utd
Manchester United hero, Ryan Giggs has advised young midfielder, Kobbie Mainoo against leaving Old Trafford in the January transfer window. Mainoo, 20, hardly play for Man United regularly since head coach Ruben Amorim took charge at Old Trafford. The English youngster had been urged to seek regular more playing time in another club when the
EPL: ‘He’s still learning football’ – Ryan Giggs advises Mainoo on leaving Man Utd
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: He’s outspoken – Wilfred Ndidi on player Super Eagles will miss
Wilfred Ndidi, captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has insisted that Eric Chelle’s men will miss former captain, William Troost-Ekong. Ndidi was named the new Super Eagles captain yesterday after Troost-Ekong recently retired from international football. The former Leicester City star hailed the former Watford player as outspoken leader. Ndidi told the Super Eagles media, “Troost-Ekong
AFCON 2025: He’s outspoken – Wilfred Ndidi on player Super Eagles will miss
target=_blank>EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
The Premier League enters Game Week 17 this weekend with some very interesting matches across England. The big game is likely to be Aston Villa’s match against Manchester United on Sunday evening at Villa Park. Newcastle United will host Chelsea in an early kick-off on Saturday afternoon at St. James’ Park. Liverpool will travel to
EPL: 4 fixtures we could see shock results this weekend
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