February 05
Africa: South African Star Tyla's Grammy Win Sets Tone Ahead of Afcon Semi-Final Showdown
To some critics, this is a forestaste of what Nigerians should expect on Wednesday, gloating that South Africa are already in an early lead ahead of the AFCON semi-final clash… Read more »
February 04
Africa: Nigeria, South Africa to Meet in Repeat of Afcon 2000 Semi-Final
Twenty-four (24) years after Tijani Babangida's brace saw-off South Africa in their last Africa Cup of Nations semi-final appearance, both sides will meet again next Wednesday to… Read more »
February 02
Nigeria/Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Thrash Guinea 3-1 to Reach Afcon Semi-Final
Former West Ham United defender Arthur Masuaku scored a vital goal as the Democratic Republic of Congo defeated Guinea 3-1 on Friday to reach the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals. Read more »
Angola/Nigeria: Afcon 2023 - Eagles Dedicate Win Against Angola to Late Okwaraji
Nigeria's Super Eagles have dedicated their 1-0 victory against the Palancas Negras of Angola in the quarterfinals of the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) to the memory of… Read more »
Africa: South Africa or Cape Verde - Super Eagles Opponent in Afcon Semi-Final
After defeating Angola in the quarter finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face the winner between South Africa and Cape Verde in the… Read more »
Angola/Nigeria: Fans Optimistic Super Eagles Will Win 2023 Afcon After Defeating Angola
Football fans in Osogbo on Friday expressed optimism that Nigeria will win the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament after the Super Eagles defeated Angola 1-0 to qualify for… Read more »
January 29
Cape Verde/Mauritania: Afcon 2023 - Cape Verde Qualify for Quarter-Finals After Beating Mauritania 1-0
Cape Verde won an Africa Cup of Nations knockout tie for the first time in their history on Monday as a late Ryan Mendes penalty gave them a 1-0 victory over Mauritania in the last… Read more »
January 24
Nigeria/Cameroon: 'Give Us Onana,' Nigerians Beg Cameroon to Field Man United Goalkeeper On Saturday
Nigerians on social media have appealed to the Cameroon coaching crew to field Andre Onana in goal when the Super Eagles clash with the Indomitable Lions on Saturday. Read more »
January 10
Africa: Afcon 2023 Preview - Zambia's Chipolopolo First Appearance in Eight Years
Chipolopolo makes a return to the AFCON under Avram Grant and has set sights on moving past the group stage and possibly winning the tournament. Read more »
January 08
Nigeria/Guinea: Super Eagles Lose 2-0 to Guinea in Warm-Up Match Ahead of Afcon
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have lost 2-0 to the Syli National of Guinea in a friendly played at the Bani Yas Stadium, Abu Dhabi on Monday. Read more »
January 06
Africa: Afcon 2023 - Osimhen, Salah, Mane and Stars of Africa Descend On Ivory Coast
Sadio Mane's Senegal are aiming to retain their title and Mohamed Salah is chasing a first trophy with Egypt at this year's Africa Cup of Nations, which begins in Ivory Coast on… Read more »
Africa: Afcon 2023 - Five Stars to Follow
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations takes place in Ivory Coast from January 13 to February 11. Some of the biggest names in world football will feature at the tournament, and AFP Sport… Read more »
January 05
Africa: Meet the Top 10 Highest Goal Scorers in Afcon History
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have seen some gracious players grace its podium, picking up the golden boots for their high number of goals while on parade for their national… Read more »
January 04
Nigeria: Mikel Obi Reveals Role He'll Like to Take With Super Eagles
Mikel Obi, former captain of the Super Eagles, has revealed his desire to be involved with the Super Eagles in the future, but envisions a role other than coaching. Read more »
December 31, 2023
Kenya: Ugandan Athlete Benjamin Kiplagat 'Stabbed to Death' in Kenya
Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat has been found dead in Kenya, police said Sunday, with local media reporting he had been stabbed to death. Read more »
December 29, 2023
Nigeria: Afcon 2023 - Nigeria Ranks Fourth in Tickets Purchase
Nigeria is presently placed fourth in terms of participating countries' ticket purchases ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Read more »
December 27, 2023
Senegal: Afcon 2023 Preview - Will Senegal's Teranga Lions Defend Their Title?
Going into AFCON 2023, Senegal will be the team to beat, as the team could defend the title they won for the first time in Cameroon. Read more »
December 23, 2023
Africa: Africa Cup of Nations 2023 - Who'll Win the Trophy?
Côte d'Ivoire is ready to host the latest edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in January, but who will win the continent's biggest competition? Read more »
Africa: From Boniface to Kudus - African Stars Set to Make Their Afcon Debut in Ivory Coast
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations has less than a month to go as the 24 qualified countries prepare their teams for the tournament in Ivory Coast. Read more »
Africa: Afcon 2024 - the Golden Boot Favourites
Considering recent history as well as current form, here are some players to keep an eye on in the 2024 African Cup of Nations. Read more »
December 12, 2023
Nigeria: Top 5 Records Broken By the King of African Football, Victor Osimhen
Napoli and Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen was on Monday in Marrakech, Morocco crowned the African Player of the Year. Read more »
December 07, 2023
Nigeria: Osimhen, Oshoala Make Final Three-Man List for Men, Women for CAF Player of the Year
Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen and Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshola have been named in the CAF Player of the Year final three-man list for the men and women categories,… Read more »
December 02, 2023
Nigeria: Good Tidings From FIFA for Nigerian Football!
Last Thursday, purely out of curiosity and the unusual invitation I received from Augustine Eguavoen, former captain as well as former Manager of the Super Eagles, for whom I have… Read more »
November 19, 2023
Nigeria/Zimbabwe: 'Sack the Coach', Nigerians React After Super Eagles Fail to Beat Zimbabwe
Reactions have continued to pour in after the Super Eagles settled for a disappointing 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe to make it two consecutive draws in their 2026 FIFA World Cup… Read more »
November 17, 2023
Nigeria/Lesotho: Minister Demands Improvement From Super Eagles, After Lesotho Draw
The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Owan-Enoh has expressed concern following the Super Eagles' draw against the Crocodiles of Lesotho on Thursday in Uyo. Read more »