(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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). […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Nigeria began their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) title with a hard-fought victory over Tanzania in wet conditions in Fes. The Super Eagles took the lead in the 36th minute when defender Semi Ajayi glanced home a header from Alex Iwobi’s inviting right-wing cross. Nigeria largely controlled proceedings […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Retired Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has described Nigeria as the foundation of his identity and the platform that allowed him to pursue his lifelong football ambitions, following his conferment with the national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR). In an X post, Troost-Ekong expressed gratitude to […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed confidence in the team’s readiness ahead of their opening match against Tanzania at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ndidi said the squad is fully prepared for the clash, with head coach Eric Chelle enjoying a smooth build-up to the tournament and all 28 […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has criticised Nigeria for petitioning the world football governing body FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players, following their penalty shootout defeat in the 2026 World Cup playoffs in Morocco. In a statement posted on its official Instagram page on Tuesday night, the Congolese […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – No fewer than 10 players have reported to the camp of the Super Eagles as preparations begin for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Super Eagles’ camp officially opened on Sunday at the Renaissance Hotels, Cairo, with all coaches and backroom staff already in attendance ahead of the tournament. The […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has described the protest of the Super Eagles over their unpaid allowances as “what is found in a now disgraced country”. The African Examiner writes that on Tuesday, the Super Eagles players and officials boycotted their scheduled evening training session because of their […]
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The newly inaugurated 2025/2026 Executive Committee (Exco) of the prestigious Enugu Sports club has appealed to the state governor, who is also its president, Dr. Peter Mbah, to intervene in the ongoing unauthorized encroachment into her land, particularly at the Golf Course section. While appreciating the governor for his immense support to […]
