2023 AFCON: Ex-Barcelona winger explains why Nigeria talisman Osimhen was not at his goalscoring best 
Published: February 13, 2024
Former Barcelona winger Emmanuel Amuneke has explained the reason behind the struggles of Victor Osimhen at the just-concluded 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.   The Super Eagles striker was among the players tipped to win the Golden Boot in the tournament having been the top scorer during the qualification campaign ...
Five reasons Super Eagles were outplayed by Ivory Coast in 2023 AFCON final
Published: February 13, 2024
In a thrilling showdown for continental supremacy, the Super Eagles of Nigeria faced off against the Elephants of Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.   However, despite their valiant efforts at this year's tournament, the Super Eagles fell short, succumbing to a 2-1 defeat to their Ivorian c...
'I'm not aware of what's going on' - Iwobi confirms he took himself off social media after AFCON final
Published: February 13, 2024
Nigeria's Minister of Sports Development, John Owan Enoh is very concerned about how Alex Iwobi was treated by Super Eagles fans during and after the national team's loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.    The Fulham midfielder was not spared by Super Eagles fans who attacked and...
'How would you feel if you've just lost a final?' - Troost-Ekong reacts to defeat to CIV, winning Best Player award 
Published: February 12, 2024
The 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations concluded on Sunday night with hosts Ivory Coast coming from behind to beat Nigeria 2-1 in the showpiece staged at Alassane Ouattara Stadium.   Shortly after the game ended, the Confederation of African Football handed out awards to the top individual performers of t...
'Ronwen Williams is a very good GK' - Nwabali believes RSA captain was worthy winner of AFCON Golden Glove 
Published: February 12, 2024
Stanley Nwabali believes South Africa captain Ronwen Williams was a worthy winner of the Golden Glove award of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.    The Mamelodi Sundowns shot-stopper won the Best Goalkeeper award after inspiring South Africa to win the bronze medal at the Africa Cup of Nations.   Williams...
'Fire him' - Ex-Super Eagles GK calls for Peseiro's head after defeat to Ivory Coast in AFCON final
Published: February 12, 2024
Former Super goalkeeper Idah Peterside has called for the sacking of José Peseiro after he failed to lead Nigeria to another AFCON glory, losing 2-0 to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night. Despite taking the lead through a William Troost-Ekong header in the 38th minute of th...
'Nigeria were exhausted' - Elephants coach reveals what he told his players at halftime to spark comeback
Published: February 12, 2024
 Ivory Coast's interim manager Emerse Fae.has revealed what he told his players at halftime to spark their stunning second half comeback in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday.    The Super Eagles struggled to put pressure on the Elephants goalmouth in the first half but took the lead ag...
'He's a genius in football' - Peseiro responds to Jose Mourinho backing Super Eagles to win AFCON final 
Published: February 12, 2024
Nigeria manager Jose Peseiro has responded to comments made by Jose Mourinho before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final, in which he showed his support for his compatriot and Super Eagles to win the competition for a fourth time.    On Rio Ferdinand's 'FIVE' podcast, Mourinho revealed that he was s...
'Lost balls without pressure' - Peseiro admits Super Eagles were a shadow version of themselves in loss to CIV
Published: February 12, 2024
Jose Peseiro has admitted that the Super Eagles were nervous in their 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, February 11.   Nigeria did not perform at their best because they decided to stick to their defensive game despite reaching the final and fell short when it matt...
'It's the truth' - Peseiro confesses Super Eagles were second-best to Cinderella team Elephants in AFCON final
Published: February 12, 2024
Nigeria manager Jose Peseiro has admitted that the Super Eagles were second best to the Elephants in Sunday night's dramatic 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan.   Ivory Coast, the Cinderella team of the tournament, were crowned kings of the continent for a third time ...
Super Eagles player ratings: Iwobi, Aina exposed; Nwabali blemish; Ekong hero to zero; Onyeka, Bassey standouts
Published: February 12, 2024
The Super Eagles lost 2-1 to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations played on Sunday night at Stade Stadium of Ebimpé.   Allnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule over the Nigerian players involved in the game.   The starters Goalkeeper   Stanley Nwabali: He made some good saves ...
2023 AFCON final Nigeria 1 CIV 2: Five observations from Super Eagles disappointing loss to Elephants
Published: February 11, 2024
Ivory Coast won the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in Sunday's final at the  Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan.   William Troost-Ekong scored first for Nigeria while Frank Kessie equalized for the host in the 62nd minute.    Sébastien Haller scored the winning goal i...
Nigeria 1 CIV 2: Troost-Ekong breaks record but Elephants come from behind to stun Super Eagles in AFCON final
Published: February 11, 2024
Ivory Coast have won the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after coming from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over the Super Eagles in Sunday's final at the  Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan.    Ivory Coast got the first sight at goal in the 6th minute with Simon Adingra making a low cross into the penalty area ...
2023 AFCON final: Five things Peseiro must do to avoid defeat against Ivory Coast 
Published: February 11, 2024
As the excitement reaches its crescendo and the stage is set for the highly anticipated 2023 AFCON final showdown between two footballing powerhouses, Nigeria's head coach, José Peseiro, finds himself facing a pivotal moment in his coaching career.   With the eyes of the continent fixed upon him and his tea...
'Winning AFCON will be a highlight of my career' - Peseiro eyes history with Nigeria
Published: February 11, 2024
Jose Peseiro has admitted that winning the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations will be a highlight of his career.    Nigeria are aiming to win the Africa Cup of Nations for the fourth time and come up against Ivory Coast at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan on Sunday night, with the hosts targeting the third title...