Nigeria/Burkina Faso:  Nations Cup Upset As Burkinabe Shock Super Eagles

allAfrica, 21 January 2013

Burkina Faso continued the trend of upset results at the African Nations Cup, scoring with the last kick of the match to earn a debatably deserved share of the spoils with Nigeria… Read more »

Africa:   Afcon Group C All Square After Openers

SA Info, 22 January 2013

Champions Zambia were held to a 1-1 draw by Ethiopia despite the Wayla Antelopes having goalkeeper Jemal Tassew sent off in the first half of their 2013 Orange Africa Cup of… Read more »

Nigeria:   Eagles Fumble in 1-1 Draw

Vanguard, 21 January 2013

Nigeria Monday night, marked their return to Africa Cup of Nations with a fumbling 1-1 draw with Burkina Faso in a Group C match at the Mbombela Stadium Read more »

Nigeria:   Players to Follow - The Super Eagles

Africa Top Sports, 21 January 2013

Nigeria qualified for this tournament by defeating Liberia 8-3 on aggregate in October. The Super Eagles missed out on qualifying for the 2012 tournament in Gabon and Equatorial… Read more »

Nigeria:   Keshi Targets 2018 World Cup

This Day, 21 January 2013

Nigeria, who embarks on a new chapter as it seeks to return to past glories at the African Nations Cup, are starting a five-year project which will culminate at the 2018 World Cup,… Read more »

Nigeria:   Okocha, Taribo Differ On Eagles

Daily Trust, 21 January 2013

Former Nigerian internationals, Augustine Okocha and Taribo West have voiced their sentiments about the chances of the Super Eagles at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations in South… Read more »

Nigeria/Burkina Faso:  New-Look Super Eagles Expect Confidence to Grow

allAfrica, 20 January 2013

New-look Nigeria will get their 2013 Africa Cup of Nations Group B campaign under way when they meet Burkina Faso at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Monday night. Read more »

Nigeria:   Afcon 2013 - Missing Stars

Vanguard, 20 January 2013

The 2013 Africa Cup of Nations which began yesterday, January 19 will, no doubt, bring out the best of African football. Expectations are already high and the entire football world… Read more »

Nigeria/Burkina Faso:   Victory Over Burkina Faso Will Propel Eagles - - Babangida

Daily Trust, 20 January 2013

Former Super Eagles winger, Tijani Babangida has charged the Eagles to ensure they record a resounding victory over Burkina Faso in their opening match at the ongoing 2013 Africa… Read more »

Nigeria:   Afcon 2013 - Eagles Defy Rains to Prepare for Stallions

This Day, 20 January 2013

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Nigeria:   Afcon 2013 - Great Expectations

Leadership, 19 January 2013

From today to February 13, 2013, all eyes will be on South Africa as the country again plays host to 16 nations that will vie for honours in the 29th edition of the African Cup of… Read more »

Nigeria:   Mission to South Africa

This Day, 19 January 2013

Ahead of Super Eagle's opening Group C game against Burkina Faso on Monday OLATAYO ADETOYI profiles the 23 players in whom football fans have placed enormous expectations Read more »

Nigeria:   Eagles Will Explode in South Africa - Rufai

Vanguard, 19 January 2013

Former captain of the national team Peter Rufai has backed the Super Eagles to succeed at the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament in South Africa, saying, "the boys look… Read more »

Nigeria:   Eagles Deserve Respect, Says Kanu

Vanguard, 18 January 2013

Former Super Eagles skipper Nwankwo Kanu has stated that the team under Stephen Keshi deserve much more respect from Nigerians. Read more »

Africa:  Superstars and Minnows Alike Gear Up for Soccer Glory

allAfrica, 17 January 2013

The 2013 Africa Cup of Nations presents Cote d’Ivoire with what will possibly be the final chance for their so-called Golden Generation to claim the continent’s top… Read more »

Nigeria:   Keshi Defends Home-Based Players As Eagles Land in Nelspruit

This Day, 17 January 2013

Super Eagles Head Coach, Stephen Keshi, has said he is willing to take a chance on players from the Nigerian Premier League at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) because it is… Read more »

Nigeria:   Eagles Trounce Farense 5-0, Depart for Afcon

Vanguard, 15 January 2013

The Super Eagles ended their training camp in Faro, Portugal in style on Tuesday when they trounce, Portuguese second division side, Farense 5-0, in a game described by Head Coach… Read more »

Nigeria:   Bet for a Top-Three Finish On Nigeria

Africa Top Sports, 15 January 2013

The Super Eagles have competed at 16 tournaments spanning 50 years and won two, finished runners-up four times and third seven times - an incredible record of consistency. Read more »

Nigeria:   Afcon 2013 - Is Top-Three Finish a Reality for Eagles?

This Day, 14 January 2013

In barely five days from today, the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations will kick off with Nigerians and citizens of other 15 African countries hoping for the best for their teams. Read more »

Nigeria:   Nations Cup - Eagles' Incredible Record of Consistency

Vanguard, 13 January 2013

Punters wanting to place a safe bet on the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations should strongly consider putting their money on Nigeria achieving a top-three finish. The Super Eagles have… Read more »

Tanzania/Burkina Faso:   Burkina Faso Chalk Stars Tie

Daily News, 10 January 2013

AFRICAN Cup of Nations (AFCON) bound side Burkina Faso have lined up a friendly against the national soccer team Taifa Stars to be played in South Africa on Monday. Read more »