2 Clubs confirm interest in signing Super Eagles goalkeeper, Nwabali

At least two confirmed clubs are interested in signing Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali. This was revealed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, on Sunday morning. Romano named the clubs as Al-Ettifaq of Saudi Arabia and Queens Park Rangers in England. He tweeted: “Nigeria GK Stanley Nwabali, on the list of different clubs as Al … Continue reading 2 Clubs confirm interest in signing Super Eagles goalkeeper, Nwabali

AFCON: Olorunleke thanks Enyimba teammates for warm reception

Enyimba goalkeeper, Ojo Olorunleke, was delighted with the warm reception accorded him and head coach, Finidi George on their return to the team. Olorunleke and Finidi rejoined the Nigeria Premier Football League champions on Thursday morning after returning from Africa Cup of Nations duty. “It was an emotional moment as teammates gave your truly and … Continue reading AFCON: Olorunleke thanks Enyimba teammates for warm reception

Jose Peseiro: Our performance wasn’t good enough

'I'm sad, players are sad' Nigeria coach Jose Peseiro couldn't hide his disappointment after what he felt was a poor outing against the hosts. "Our team had a fantastic tournament but [on Sunday night] Ivory Coast were better," he told the media. "Our team didn't show our level. That's the truth. It was not the … Continue reading Jose Peseiro: Our performance wasn’t good enough

How did Ivory Coast win AFCON 2023?

The power of the group helped the Elephants sail through Brighton & Hove Albion's 22-year-old Simon Adingra put up a Man-of-the-Match performance against Nigeria, providing both assists for Ivory Coast. The winger explains how his team endured tough times to win the third Afcon trophy in their history. "It is the power of the group … Continue reading How did Ivory Coast win AFCON 2023?

Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: Tinubu to watch AFCON Finals live in Abidjan

The president of the Confederation of African Football Federations, CAF, Patrice Motsepe, has revealed that Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be attending the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final. Nigeria and hosts Cote d’Ivoire will clash in the final of the competition at the Alassanne Ouattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan, on Sunday. During his press … Continue reading Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: Tinubu to watch AFCON Finals live in Abidjan

AFCON Finals: Fulham boss Silva declares support for Nigeria

Fulham manager Marco Silva said he will be supporting the Nigerian duo of Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey in Sunday’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final. Iwobi and Bassey have played a crucial role in Nigeria’s march to the final of the competition. Midfielder Iwobi has featured in all six of Nigeria’s games in the … Continue reading AFCON Finals: Fulham boss Silva declares support for Nigeria

AFCON 2023: Preview of Nigeria vs South Africa Match

Nigeria's Super Eagles are up against bitter foes South Africa for a place in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in what is a repeat of the semi-final clash between both sides 24 years ago. The Super Eagles won that game 2-0 as co-hosts of the 2000 tournament, needing a brace from … Continue reading AFCON 2023: Preview of Nigeria vs South Africa Match

What Peseiro expects from Super Eagles

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro wants his side to be more clinical as they continue their hunt for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, title. The West Africans boast of the strongest defence in the competition having let in just one goal in five games. The Super Eagles have, however, wasted a flurry … Continue reading What Peseiro expects from Super Eagles

Will Super Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali play against Angola?

Goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali was back in training on Tuesday night after making a remarkable recovery from injury, MEZIESBLOG reports. Nwabali sustained a mild ligament injury in Super Eagles’ 2-0 victory against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon last Saturday. The Chippa United goalie trained separately on Monday as the Super Eagles started preparations for their quarter-final … Continue reading Will Super Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali play against Angola?

AFCON 2023: Nigeria best-ranked team after Morocco’s exit

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are the highest-ranked team left at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. This follows South Africa’s shock 2-0 win over Morocco on Tuesday night. Before the game, four of the top five teams on the continent had been sent packing. Senegal, Egypt, Algeria and Tunisia all fell by the wayside. Morocco, the … Continue reading AFCON 2023: Nigeria best-ranked team after Morocco’s exit

AFCON 2023: Simon’s advice to Super Eagles

Moses Simon has warned his Super Eagles teammates to keep their feet on the ground as they look ahead to the clash with Angola. The three-time winners will be up against the Palancas Negras in a quarter-final fixture at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday. The Super Eagles have impressed with their … Continue reading AFCON 2023: Simon’s advice to Super Eagles

AFCON 2023: Can Guinea-Bissau beat Super Eagles?

Guinea-Bissau head coach, Baciro Cande says his side will put up a good showing against Nigeria. The Djurtus have a slim chance of progressing to the group stage in the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, after losing their opening two games of the competition. Cande’s side occupy the bottom spot in Group A … Continue reading AFCON 2023: Can Guinea-Bissau beat Super Eagles?

What Peseiro told Super Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has revealed that teammate Francis Uzoho remains the team’s first choice shot-stopper at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Ivory Coast. Nwabali also revealed what Nigeria head coach Jose Peseiro told him before Super Eagles 1-1 draw with Equatorial Guinea. The Chippa United shot-stopper has benched Uzoho … Continue reading What Peseiro told Super Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles coach reveals tournament objective

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro says the Super Eagles want to finish top of their group. The three-time champions currently occupy second position in Group A behind Equatorial Guinea. To achieve their target, the Super Eagles need to beat Guinea-Bissau at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium on Monday. They will also need Equatorial Guinea … Continue reading AFCON 2023: Super Eagles coach reveals tournament objective

REVEALED: Manchester United chartered $100k private jet to fly Andre Onana to AFCON

Manchester United splashed out on a private jet to fly Andre Onana to the Africa Cup of Nations, but the goalkeeper still missed Cameroon's opener. WHAT HAPPENED? Onana was absent for Monday's draw with Guinea despite United spending at least $100,000 (£79,000) on a private jet to fly the goalkeeper to Ivory Coast at the latest … Continue reading REVEALED: Manchester United chartered $100k private jet to fly Andre Onana to AFCON