Troost-Ekong reveals what is making the Super Eagles play well, insists no superstar in squad ahead of AFCON final
Published: February 10, 2024
William Troost-Ekong believes the Super Eagles are challenging for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations trophy because there is a strong sense of unity in the squad and the young talented players have something to prove.    The PAOK star, who is the oldest player fielded by manager Jose Peseiro at the ongoing tournam...
'Super powerful player' -  Arsenal Invincible Toure warns CIV to watch out for Osimhen, Nigeria's transition play 
Published: February 09, 2024
Arsenal Invincible Kolo Toure has nothing but praise for Victor Osimhen, few days before his country  Ivory Coast take on Nigeria in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.    Toure has highlighted that Osimhen's speed and physicality could hurt the Elephants when the Super Eagles are in transition mo...
Osayi-Samuel reveals three things Super Eagles must do to have a very good chance of beating CIV
Published: February 09, 2024
Bright Osayi-Samuel has identified three things Super Eagles must do to have a very good chance of beating Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, stating that they must focus on themselves, look at what they can do and understand how they can hurt the opponents,   The Super Eagles and Elepha...
Troost-Ekong drawing interest from Saudi clubs after brilliant displays for Super Eagles at 2023 AFCON 
Published: February 09, 2024
According to transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano, Super Eagles center-back William Troost-Ekong has caught the attention of Saudi Pro League clubs following his brilliant outing at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The veteran defender has been immense for Nigeria, playing as the sweeper in José Peseiro's 3-...
Fulham boss supporting Iwobi and Bassey in AFCON final but admits missing Super Eagles duo
Published: February 09, 2024
Fulham boss Marco Silva has revealed that his side has missed the services of Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey who are currently representing Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.   The duo last featured for the Cottagers in their 2-1 win over Arsenal in a Premier League fixture played at the Craven Cottage in ...
'Nigeria have Osimhen' - Dismissed CIV coach Gasset insists Super Eagles are favourites to lift AFCON trophy
Published: February 09, 2024
Jean-Louis Gasset has said that Nigeria are favorites when they take on Ivory Coast in Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations final at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan.   The 70-year-old French football tactician will not be in the Ivory Coast dugout in the AFCON showpiece as he was dismissed by the Ivorian ...
'All the best to them' - RSA marquee player Percy Tau wishes success to Super Eagles ahead of AFCON final 
Published: February 09, 2024
Bafana Bafana marquee player and reigning African Inter-Club Player of the Year, Percy Tau has wished the Super Eagles success ahead of Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations final.    In a dramatic semifinal clash at the Stade de la Paix, Bouaké on Wednesday, the Super Eagles made it through to the final in nai...
Man City-reared CM, Brighton winger, ex-Milan destroyer: Three CIV stars Super Eagles must watch out for 
Published: February 09, 2024
As the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations  final approaches, the clash between Nigeria's Super Eagles and Ivory Coast's Elephants promises to be a spectacle of skill, determination, and talent.   In the highly anticipated AFCON final, Nigeria's Super Eagles must formulate a strategic game plan to neutralize...
'We lost 1-0' - CIV's ex-Barcelona star Kessie hopes lightning does not strike twice in AFCON final v Nigeria 
Published: February 09, 2024
Former Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessié is hoping lightning does not strike twice on Sunday when Ivory Coast face off with tournament favorites Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.    In the first AFCON final between two West African countries since the Elephants beat the Black Stars 9-8 on pena...
'We have revenge to take on Nigeria' - Ivory Coast striker Sebastien Haller fires warning to Super Eagles 
Published: February 09, 2024
A new country will be crowned as champions of Africa on Sunday as Nigeria will be taking on tournament host Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan.   Nigeria booked their place in the final of the AFCON after a hard-fought win on penalties against ...
Kaizer Chiefs, France or Saudi Arabia: What is the best destination for Super Eagles AFCON star Nwabali?
Published: February 08, 2024
Following his standout performances so far at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Stanley Nwabali has garnered attention from various clubs across different leagues.   With his agent Mohammed Lawal confirming interest from Kaizer Chiefs according to SNL24, speculation arises regarding potential destinations for the ...
'This is the time' - Chukwueze bullish ahead of Super Eagles AFCON final clash against Elephants 
Published: February 08, 2024
Samuel Chukwueze is bullish ahead of Nigeria's clash with Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday, declaring his belief that the Super Eagles can defeat the host to win a fourth title.    In a dramatic semifinal game against South Africa, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was the hero as the...
Key stats NGA v RSA: Nwabali most clearances; Lookman dirtiest player; Onyeka top interceptor; Chukwueze top dribbler
Published: February 08, 2024
Nigeria sealed their spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final after beating South Africa through penalty kicks in a dramatic encounter on Wednesday evening.    Captain William Troost-Ekong opened the scoring from the spot after the hour mark but Bafana Bafana found an equalizer right at the death through T...
Super Eagles CB Ajayi has his say on that great tackle in first half v RSA; drug tested by CAF after superb display 
Published: February 08, 2024
Tournament favorites Nigeria reached the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after a hard-fought 4-2 win on penalties against South Africa in Wednesday's semifinal at the Stade de la Paix, Bouaké.    West Brom central defender Semi Ajayi was one of the standout players for the Super Eagles and the hig...
'I wouldn't write him off' - Ex-Bafana Bafana captain tips Osimhen to be the star man of AFCON final
Published: February 08, 2024
Former Bafana Bafana captain Dean Furman has tipped Victor Osimhen to be the star man when Nigeria face Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday.    The Napoli forward wasn't on the scoresheet again when the Super Eagles booked their place in the final at the expense of South Af...