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Monday, February 9th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed that his long-term ambition is to become the first African to manage Spanish football giants Real Madrid. The Malian-born coach shared his dream while speaking about his future plans in a televised interview on RMC Sport’s After Afrique podcast, which was posted on X […]
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Thursday, January 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Super Eagles and Fulham forward Samuel Chukwueze is mourning the death of his mother, Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, after what reports describe as a brief illness. The sad news was shared on Thursday, January 29, 2026, by his brother, David Chukwueze, through a series of emotional posts on Instagram. In his messages, David […]
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Thursday, January 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced several suspensions and fines following the chaotic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco. The match, played on January 18, 2026, in Rabat, Morocco, was marred by controversy after Senegal briefly walked off the pitch in protest when a late penalty […]
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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Kingsley Ughelumba, father of Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey, has renewed his public appeal to reconnect with his children, saying he has been separated from them for more than 18 years. Ughelumba, who hails from Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State, spoke in an emotional interview circulating on social media, where […]
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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed deep sorrow over the death of his father, Sunday Ndidi. Sunday Ndidi reportedly died following a fatal road accident in Umunede, near Agbor in Delta State, on Tuesday. Ndidi’s Turkish Super Lig club, Beşiktaş, confirmed the sad news in a statement shared on their official […]
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Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has described his team’s third-place playoff match against Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a formality. Hassan said he was pleased with Egypt’s performance, even though they failed to win the bronze medal. Nigeria rested key players such as Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Osimhen and Frank […]
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Monday, January 19th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER – FIFA President Gianni Infantino has condemned the behaviour of Senegal’s players and fans during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, calling it “unacceptable.” The incident happened during Senegal’s 1-0 victory over Morocco, the tournament’s host. Senegal’s players walked off the pitch to protest a penalty awarded to Morocco after a VAR […]
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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Egypt 4–2 on penalties on Saturday to win the third-place match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca. The game ended 0–0 after 90 minutes and was decided by a penalty shootout. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was the hero for Nigeria, saving two penalties from Mohamed Salah […]
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Friday, January 16th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has described Calvin Bassey as the best centre-back at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Bassey featured in all of Nigeria’s matches at the tournament in Morocco and has been one of the team’s standout performers. The 26-year-old has led the Super Eagles’ defence, which […]
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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Chairman of the Unified Supporters Club of Nigeria, Vincent Okumagba, has alleged that Nigerian fans were subjected to harassment and poor treatment by Moroccan police during Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final between Nigeria and host nation Morocco in Rabat. The Super Eagles were eliminated after losing 4–2 on […]
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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Federal Government has commended the Super Eagles for their performance and resilience at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), despite their semi-final defeat to hosts Morocco. The Atlas Lions edged Nigeria 4–2 on penalties on Wednesday in Rabat to secure a place in the final, ending the Super Eagles’ quest […]
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Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Senegal have reached the final of this tournament for the fourth time, seeking their second title. They broke through in 2021, beating Egypt on penalties. That came after losses to Cameroon and Algeria in 2002 and 2019, respectively. Sadio Mane has always thrived on the big stage at AFCON. He has been […]
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Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea to officiate the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match between Nigeria and Morocco. CAF released the list of match officials on Tuesday. The Super Eagles will face Morocco’s Atlas Lions at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on […]
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Monday, January 12th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an investigation into alleged misconduct involving players and officials during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 quarter-final matches between Nigeria and Algeria, as well as Cameroon and Morocco. In a statement released on Monday via its official website, CAF confirmed that it had […]
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Sunday, January 11th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen says breaking Rashidi Yekini’s all-time goal record is not his main focus, stressing that winning a trophy for Nigeria is his priority. On Saturday, Osimhen scored one goal and assisted another as Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0 in the quarter-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). […]
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Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Super Eagles of Nigeria have threatened not to travel for their quarter-final match against Algeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) over unpaid allowances. An insider close to the team confirmed the development to newsmen on Wednesday, saying players and officials are unhappy over outstanding bonuses. Nigeria, who are […]
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Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
(AFRICAN EXAMINE) – Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has declared that Nigeria is ready to face any opponent in the Round of 16 at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Galatasaray forward made the remarks after captaining Nigeria to a 3–1 victory over Uganda on Tuesday. The Super Eagles will face either […]
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Tuesday, December 30th, 2025
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Anthony Joshua’s proposed £100 million blockbuster fight with Tyson Fury could be in jeopardy following a car accident in Nigeria. The British-Nigerian boxing star was reportedly involved in a crash on Monday along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, where he was pulled alive from a badly damaged SUV. Tragically, two close friends who were […]
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Monday, December 29th, 2025
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Uganda head coach Paul Put says his side can beat the Super Eagles in their final group game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Cranes need a victory to keep their tournament hopes alive, having collected just one point from their first two matches. A win against Nigeria could see […]
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Monday, December 29th, 2025
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – World-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident today along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Makun, Ogun State. Eyewitnesses report that the incident occurred around 11 a.m. on Monday near Danco Filling Station, just before the Sagamu Interchange on the Ibadan-bound axis. The vehicle carrying Joshua, a Lexus SUV with registration […]
