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target=_blank>No player can leave in January transfer window – Amorim, Man Utd coach
“We are short. Even with the full squad we are short for something that can happen. We are a club with a big responsibility”
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target=_blank>Mo Salah shares heartwarming Christmas family picture despite AFCON duties
Liverpool and Egypt star Mohamed Salah’s annual Christmas tradition continued this year, even as he balances international duties at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco.
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target=_blank>Mali coach protests AFCON’s shift to four-year cycle
Mali coach Tom Saintfiet on Thursday railed against the decision to play the Africa Cup of Nations every four years instead of two, insisting the move was forced upon the continent by FIFA and European clubs motivated by money.
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target=_blank>AFCON: Morocco shows it’s ready for the world stage
As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) heads into the second round of group matches, Morocco is proving that its preparations extend far beyond hosting a continental tournament.
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target=_blank>Super Eagles stars celebrate Christmas in Morocco, share cheerful video
The Super Eagles brought festive cheer to Nigerians as they celebrated Christmas while away in Morocco for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
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target=_blank>AFCON: Full list of top scorers after round 1
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has emerged as joint-top scorer at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco following the conclusion of the latest round of group-stage fixtures on Wednesday.
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target=_blank>AFCON: We played better than people expected against Nigeria, says Tanzania coach
Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has praised his players’ performance despite their 2–1 defeat to Nigeria in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, admitting there were positives to take from the result even as the search for the country’s first AFCON victory continues.
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target=_blank>Etta Eyong emerges Cameroon hero in tense AFCON win over Gabon
It was the first time Cameroon have beaten central African neighbours Gabon in the AFCON after a loss in 2010 and a draw seven years later.
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target=_blank>Diallo scores to give AFCON holders Ivory Coast winning start
Diallo struck after 49 minutes of a Group F match the three-time champions dominated against opponents 60 places lower in the world rankings.
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target=_blank>Mahrez leads Algeria to AFCON cruise against Sudan
Captain Riyad Mahrez scored in each half as 2019 champions Algeria eased to a 3-0 win over 10-man Sudan in their opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday.
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target=_blank>EPL: Amorim reveals two players may not sign new Man Utd contract
Manchester United head coach, Ruben Amorim, has admitted Harry Maguire and Casemiro may not be at the Premier League club beyond next summer. As it stands, Maguire and Casemiro could sign pre-contract agreements with other clubs in January, before they eventually become free agents in the summer. Amorim has now hinted that a decision could
EPL: Amorim reveals two players may not sign new Man Utd contract
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: CAF fines Egypt $5,000 for media blackout
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has fined Egypt $5,000 after the players and technical staff failed to engage the media following their clash with Zimbabwe, DAILY POST reports. Hossam Hassan’s side won the thrilling contest 2-1. The players and their officials shunned the media in the mixed zone after the game. The action, according
AFCON 2025: CAF fines Egypt $5,000 for media blackout
target=_blank>EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Man Utd vs Newcastle, Arsenal, Chelsea fixtures
Former Newcastle United striker, Alan Shearer, has given his predictions for the first set of Premier League fixtures after Christmas. It all kicks off with Manchester United hosting Newcastle on Boxing Day. Manchester City travel to Nottingham Forest, before Arsenal welcome Brighton on Saturday. Chelsea will take on Aston Villa in a very crucial encounter
EPL: Alan Shearer predicts Man Utd vs Newcastle, Arsenal, Chelsea fixtures
target=_blank>EPL: He’s ready-made – Crooks advises Chelsea, others on signing Osimhen
Radio presenter, Alex Crook has advised Premier League clubs including Chelsea on signing Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Crook disclosed that the Nigerian international is perfectly suited for the Premier League, noting that he netted an impressive 37 goals last season. Despite being linked with top clubs like Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United, Osimhen was unable
EPL: He’s ready-made – Crooks advises Chelsea, others on signing Osimhen
target=_blank>AFCON 2025: Traore to officiate Super Eagles vs Tunisia
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 Complexe Sportif de Fès. Boubou, 34, is one of the highly experienced arbiters in Africa.
AFCON 2025: Traore to officiate Super Eagles vs Tunisia
target=_blank>AFCON: He was everywhere – Oliseh on Super Eagles player who impressed him
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 exceptional presence throughout the match against Tanzania. Speaking as a commentator during AfroSports’ coverage of
AFCON: He was everywhere – Oliseh on Super Eagles player who impressed him
target=_blank>NNL: Gombe United embark on 12-day festive break
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 4. Gombe United currently occupy third position on the league table with 11 points.
NNL: Gombe United embark on 12-day festive break
target=_blank>NPFL: Enyimba to unveil Ayeni as technical adviser next week
Nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Enyimba will officially announce Deji Ayeni as their new technical adviser next week. The People’s Elephant suspended their erstwhile technical adviser, Stanley Eguma, in November due to poor results. Lawrence Ukaegbu has managed the Aba giants in interim capacity since Eguma’s suspension. Ayeni will now step in into
NPFL: Enyimba to unveil Ayeni as technical adviser next week
target=_blank>NPFL: Wikki Tourists will bounce back from barren streak – Guda
Wikki Tourists captain, Muhammed Guda, has promised the club’s fans that they will improve on their recent run of poor results in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Bauchi Elephants are without a win in their last five matches in the NPFL. They dropped to 14th position in the NPFL table with 22 points,
NPFL: Wikki Tourists will bounce back from barren streak – Guda
target=_blank>Ronaldo vs Messi: ‘I’m a fan’ – Semenyo picks better player
Bournemouth attacker, Antoine Semenyo has picked Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi as a better player ahead of Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo. Semenyo insisted that he is a fan of the Argentina forward, as he also described what Ronaldo has done in football as incredible. Messi and Ronaldo are widely regarded as among the best football
Ronaldo vs Messi: ‘I’m a fan’ – Semenyo picks better player
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