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'Cameroon beat Nigeria in the final' - Thierry Henry reveals when he started watching Afcon
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'Cameroon beat Nigeria in the final' - Thierry Henry reveals when he started watching Afcon

1998 World Cup winner with France, Thierry Henry has revealed that he started watching the Africa Cup of Nations in 1988 when the tournament was hosted by Morocco.The 1988 Africa Cup of Nations, held from March 13-27, featured eight teams competing in two groups, with matches taking place in Casablanca's Mohammed V Stadium and Rabat's Moulay Abdellah Stadium.Cameroon's Indomitable Lions beat Nigeria 1-0 in the final, with Emmanuel Kunde scoring the game-winning goal from the penalty spot.Reflecting on his long-standing passion for the Africa Cup of Nations, Henry shared memories that...

January 21, 2026
Five Super Eagles players that should look for new clubs in the summer transfer window 
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Five Super Eagles players that should look for new clubs in the summer transfer window 

The European transfer window has been officially opened and activities are in full gear.   Super Eagles players plying their trade in Europe won't be left behind with Victor Osimhen, an...

Jun 21, 2023
AC Milan set for talks with Chelsea over loan deal for Super Eagles-eligible midfielder 
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AC Milan set for talks with Chelsea over loan deal for Super Eagles-eligible midfielder 

Italian giants AC Milan have reignited their interest in England U20 international of Nigerian descent Carney Chukwuemeka.    The Rossoneri were heavily linked with a move for the...

Jun 20, 2023
Agent reveals Nigeria have made an attempt to lure ex-Austria U21 captain to Super Eagles  
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Agent reveals Nigeria have made an attempt to lure ex-Austria U21 captain to Super Eagles  

Cremonese star Emanuel Aiwu is a player of interest to the Nigeria Football Federation, the central defender's agent Marcello Brillmann has claimed.    It is known that t...

Jun 20, 2023
Peseiro reveals reason behind the substitutions of Osimhen and Aribo in win vs Leone Stars 
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Peseiro reveals reason behind the substitutions of Osimhen and Aribo in win vs Leone Stars 

Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has explained why Victor Osimhen and Joe Aribo were substituted in the second half of the national team's Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Sierra...

Jun 18, 2023
2023 AFCONQ: Five observations from Super Eagles 3-2 win against Sierra Leone 
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2023 AFCONQ: Five observations from Super Eagles 3-2 win against Sierra Leone 

Nigeria’s Super Eagles booked their place in next year's Africa Cup of Nations after a hard fought 3-2 win against  Sierra Leone on Sunday evening.   Allnigeriasoccer.co...

Jun 18, 2023
Super Eagles player ratings: Osimhen phenomenal; Zaidu unsung hero; Chukwueze disappoints 
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Super Eagles player ratings: Osimhen phenomenal; Zaidu unsung hero; Chukwueze disappoints 

The Super Eagles fought hard to secure the maximum points as they defeated Sierra Leone 3-2 on Sunday evening to secure their place in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations slated for next year in Ivory Coas...

Jun 18, 2023
Sierra Leone 2 Nigeria 3: Osimhen bags brace, Iheanacho nets winner to send Eagles to AFCON 
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Sierra Leone 2 Nigeria 3: Osimhen bags brace, Iheanacho nets winner to send Eagles to AFCON 

Nigeria's Super Eagles on Sunday booked their place in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast with a hard fought 3-2 win over Sierra Leone at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Com...

Jun 18, 2023
2023 AFCONQ: Eight things to note on Super Eagles starting lineup against Sierra Leone 
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2023 AFCONQ: Eight things to note on Super Eagles starting lineup against Sierra Leone 

Super Eagles manager Jose Peseiro has announced his starting lineup for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Sierra Leone at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex in Monrov...

Jun 18, 2023
Confirmed Super Eagles starting XI: Adeleye debuts; Ndidi, Iwobi midfield; Osimhen attack
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Confirmed Super Eagles starting XI: Adeleye debuts; Ndidi, Iwobi midfield; Osimhen attack

Super Eagles manager Jose Peseiro has announced his starting lineup for Sunday evening's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Sierra Leone at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Compl...

Jun 18, 2023
2023 AFCONQ: Three Nigerian players with a point to prove against Sierra Leone
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2023 AFCONQ: Three Nigerian players with a point to prove against Sierra Leone

The Super Eagles are set to face Sierra Leone later today in the penultimate match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. While they head to the game as the heavy favorite, their recent fo...

Jun 18, 2023
'We want to qualify' - Aribo hopeful Super Eagles will wrap up AFCON qualification in Monrovia 
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'We want to qualify' - Aribo hopeful Super Eagles will wrap up AFCON qualification in Monrovia 

Sierra Leone will host the Super Eagles on matchday five of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex in  Monrovia on Sunday evening.   The...

Jun 18, 2023
AFCONQ Sierra Leone v Nigeria: Match preview, what to expect, key players, kickoff time
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AFCONQ Sierra Leone v Nigeria: Match preview, what to expect, key players, kickoff time

Nigeria will be trading tackles with the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone in match day 5 of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Sunday evening.   The Super Eagles defeated the Leone Sta...

Jun 17, 2023