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Osimhen plays down Morocco’s home advantage ahead of AFCON semi-final
Victor Osimhen has brushed aside concerns over Morocco’s home advantage, insisting there is no pressure on the Super Eagles ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final clash. Nigeria will take on tournament hosts Morocco on Wednesday night for a place in the final of the 2025 AFCON. The encounter is scheduled to kick off at 9 pm Nigerian…
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AFCON semi-final day in Morocco as Egypt battle Senegal, Nigeria face Morocco
By Tosin Omojola – It is decision day for the last four teams at the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), as the semi-final games take centre stage today. The quartet of Egypt, Senegal, Nigeria and Morocco will file out, aiming for tickets to Sunday’s final. The first semi-final encounter, billed to hold at the Grand Stade de Tangier, will…
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Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea to officiate Nigeria–Morocco semi-final tie
By Tosin Omojola – Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea will be in charge when Nigeria’s Super Eagles take on the Atlas Lions of Morocco in Wednesday’s semi-final match of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Confederation of African Football (CAF) listed the officials for the encounter, with Laryea at the centre. He will be assisted by Zakhele Thusi and…
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JUST IN: Carrick appointed Manchester United caretaker manager
Manchester United has appointed Michael Carrick as caretaker manager until the end of the current season, a move confirmed by renowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The deal, reportedly agreed upon since Monday, includes arrangements for Carrick’s backroom staff. The club is expected to make an official announcement shortly. Carrick, a former Manchester United midfielder and coach, takes over at…
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AFCON Semi-final: It’s West Africa against North Africa
As 24-nation AFCON contest narrows down to four, the battle line has been inadvertently drawn between two key regions of the African continent, writes TOSIN OMOJOLA The line-up for the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco has been confirmed, with two high-stakes clashes holding on Wednesday as the race for continental glory hots up. 24…
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Super Eagles resume training in Fez for AFCON semi-final
By Tosin Omojola – High-flying Super Eagles of Nigeria have returned to their base in Fez after Saturday’s quarter-final victory over Algeria in Marrakech. The contingent arrived in Fez on Sunday and have since resumed training ahead of the crunch semi-final duel against hosts Morocco. The team returned to training with no report of any serious injury. The Nigerian side…
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Brighton knock Manchester United out of FA Cup
Manchester United’s turbulent season worsened on Sunday as they were knocked out of the FA Cup following a 2–1 home defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford. Still without a permanent manager, the Red Devils fell behind in the first half when Brajan Gruda struck after Brighton capitalised on United’s defensive frailties. The visitors extended their lead after the interval through…
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Nigeria too strong for us, Algeria captain Mahrez confesses
Algerian captain Riyad Mahrez has made an honest confession following his side’s AFCON quarter-final defeat to Nigeria on Saturday. The former Manchester City winger admitted that the Super Eagles were stronger and better than the Desert Foxes during the encounter. Speaking in his post-match interview after the game, Mahrez said: “We were a little late in our positioning, and perhaps…
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AFCON: Salah leads Egypt to 3-2 quarter-final win over Ivory Coast
Egypt edged closer to an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title as captain Mohamed Salah inspired his side to a thrilling 3-2 victory over defending champions Ivory Coast in the quarter-finals on Saturday. Salah opened the scoring for Egypt, with teammates Omar Marmoush and Ramy Rabia adding further goals. Ivory Coast managed a goal from an own goal by Ahmed…
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Osimhen emerges Man of the Match in Eagles’ victory over Algeria
By Tosin Omojola – Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen was named the best performer of the night as Nigeria beat Algeria 2–0 in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final decided in Marrakesh on Saturday. Osimhen put up an impressive performance, scoring the first goal of the game to inspire the Super Eagles to victory over the North Africans. The…
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