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'I will never forget' - Osimhen on Yekini's goalscoring record, Eric Chelle, Super Eagles , Morocco
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'I will never forget' - Osimhen on Yekini's goalscoring record, Eric Chelle, Super Eagles , Morocco

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has described his pursuit of Rashidi Yekini’s all-time Nigeria goalscoring record as a moment he will cherish forever, as the team prepares for its AFCON semifinal clash against host nation Morocco. The Galatasaray forward, who scored against Algeria, is now just two goals away from equalling Yekini’s long-standing record for the national team.Speaking with CBS Golazo, Osimhen admitted he was initially unaware of the record but grew motivated as the statistics became clearer.  "I really don't know about who is holding the record as at that...

January 13, 2026
'Opponent with outstanding players' - Morocco coach admits Super Eagles will be a tough challenge
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'Opponent with outstanding players' - Morocco coach admits Super Eagles will be a tough challenge

Atlas Lions coach Walid Regragui has admitted that Morocco's semifinal clash with Nigeria on Wednesday night will be very difficult.The North African giants will face a Super Eagles side brimming...

Jan 13, 2026
'When you see their bench' - Morocco coach names three Nigeria players that are threats, relieved Ndidi is out
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'When you see their bench' - Morocco coach names three Nigeria players that are threats, relieved Ndidi is out

Atlas Lions coach Walid Regragui  has highlighted the danger posed by Nigeria's attacking players, naming Alex Iwobi, Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman as key threats ahead of their Africa Cup o...

Jan 13, 2026
'A big miss' - Iwobi rues absence of Ola Aina but highlights Osayi-Samuel, Alebiosu have stepped up
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'A big miss' - Iwobi rues absence of Ola Aina but highlights Osayi-Samuel, Alebiosu have stepped up

Alex Iwobi has admitted that the absence of Ola Aina has been a significant blow to the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but stressed that EFL Championship right backs Bright Osayi-Samu...

Jan 13, 2026
'Everybody is doing well' - Iwobi credits unity for Super Eagles' impressive Afcon run
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'Everybody is doing well' - Iwobi credits unity for Super Eagles' impressive Afcon run

Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has attributed his impressive form for Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to the strong bond and unity within the Super Eagles squad. The 29-year-old has be...

Jan 13, 2026
'I am disappointed' - Eric Chelle reacts to unavailability of influential captain Ndidi against Morocco
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'I am disappointed' - Eric Chelle reacts to unavailability of influential captain Ndidi against Morocco

Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has expressed disappointment over the absence of captain Wilfred Ndidi for the match against Morocco on Wednesday.The Besiktas midfielder is suspended for the semifina...

Jan 13, 2026
'They seem very strong' - Tanzania coach explains why Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon 2025
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'They seem very strong' - Tanzania coach explains why Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon 2025

Miguel Ángel Gamondi, coach of Tanzania, believes the Super Eagles are the standout team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.Nigeria are the only side to have won all their matches in the tournament, r...

Jan 13, 2026
'Who is going to stop Lookman and Osimhen?' - South Africa striker insists Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon
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'Who is going to stop Lookman and Osimhen?' - South Africa striker insists Super Eagles are the best team at Afcon

South Africa striker Zakhele Lepasa has named Nigeria as the standout team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, insisting that the three other remaining teams in the tournament don't have the firepower ...

Jan 13, 2026
'Morocco look scary' - Super Eagles star Iwobi admits before blockbuster Afcon semifinal clash
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'Morocco look scary' - Super Eagles star Iwobi admits before blockbuster Afcon semifinal clash

Alex Iwobi has acknowledged that Morocco will be formidable opponents ahead of Nigeria's highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations semifinal clash, admitting the Atlas Lions looked scary after their im...

Jan 12, 2026
'Almost never passes backward' - Oliseh names Super Eagles' most important Afcon player
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'Almost never passes backward' - Oliseh names Super Eagles' most important Afcon player

1994 Africa Cup of Nations-winning midfielder Sunday Oliseh has praised Super Eagles stars Calvin Bassey and Ademola Lookman, describing the latter as the most important player in Nigeria’s squad.Th...

Jan 12, 2026
'It won't be my first mistake' - Wrexham GK who recently switched nationality to Nigeria says
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'It won't be my first mistake' - Wrexham GK who recently switched nationality to Nigeria says

Wrexham goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, who recently switched his international allegiance to Nigeria, has expressed his delight following a standout performance that helped his side secure a dramatic FA C...

Jan 12, 2026
'My heart is saying' - Bafana Bafana second all-time top scorer predicts Nigeria v Morocco winner
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'My heart is saying' - Bafana Bafana second all-time top scorer predicts Nigeria v Morocco winner

Ahead of a blockbuster Africa Cup of Nations semifinal, Bafana Bafana’s second all-time top scorer, Shaun Bartlett, who netted 29 goals for his country, has predicted the outcome of Wednesday night'...

Jan 12, 2026
Afcon Team of the Tournament so far: Osimhen and Lookman among four Super Eagles stars named
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Afcon Team of the Tournament so far: Osimhen and Lookman among four Super Eagles stars named

Four Super Eagles stars, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Akor Adams, and Wilfred Ndidi, have been named in the AFCON Team of the Tournament so far by Whoscored.com following the conclusion of the qua...

Jan 12, 2026