Category: Sports
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OSIMHEN’S AFCON CLASH? PURE PATRIOTISM, SAYS NOA—LOOKMAN CLEARS AIR
Ever seen teammates bicker on the pitch over a missed pass? That’s the Super Eagles drama in Fès, but NOA DG Lanre Onilu just defended Victor Osimhen’s 63rd-minute flare-up with Ademola Lookman as fiery passion for Nigeria’s glory—not indiscipline. Onilu, cheering from Morocco with a Federal Government crew, insists Osimhen’s outburst stemmed from “deep patriotism…
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MOZAMBIQUE COACH CONCEDES: NIGERIA’S SUPER EAGLES WERE SIMPLY SUPERIOR IN 4-0 rout
Imagine facing Africa’s powerhouse and getting schooled from whistle to whistle—that’s Mozambique coach Chiquinho Conde’s honest take after his team’s crushing AFCON 2025 last-16 demolition by Nigeria in Fès. Conde called it one of his toughest coaching nights ever, admitting the Super Eagles’ masterclass overwhelmed them with purpose, urgency, clinical finishing, and tactical steel—propelling Nigeria…
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AFCON 2025 QUARTERFINALS: TITANS COLLIDE IN MOROCCO MADNESS
Picture this: Africa’s football giants locked in epic showdowns—defending champs vs record kings, hosts vs legends, with Super Eagles roaring into the fray. The stage is set for pure fireworks. The 2025 AFCON quarterfinal lineup is locked after a thrilling Round of 16, featuring Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Senegal, Cameroon, Nigeria, Algeria, Mali, and hosts Morocco…
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BOULBINA’S 118TH-MINUTE MAGIC SENDS ALGERIA SOARING INTO AFCON QUARTERFINALS!
Hey, picture this: extra time ticking down, penalties looming, and out of nowhere, a super-sub curls in a stunner to snatch victory—talk about heart-stopping drama at AFCON 2025! In a nail-biting clash in Rabat, substitute Adil Boulbina struck in the 118th minute to fire Algeria past DR Congo 1-0, booking their spot in the last…
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CÔTE D’IVOIRE CRUSH BURKINA FASO 3-0 TO STORM INTO AFCON QUARTERFINALS
Imagine defending champs Côte d’Ivoire turning on the style, dismantling Burkina Faso with pure flair—goals flying in, posts rattling, and a blockbuster Egypt showdown looming. In a dominant display in Marrakesh, the Elephants powered to a 3-0 win, completing the quarterfinal lineup after Algeria’s earlier thriller against DR Congo. Amad Diallo lit up the pitch…
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EX-EAGLES SHOWER PRAISE ON SUPERSTARS AFTER 4-0 MOZAMBIQUE ROUT: ‘WIN IT ALL’
Nigeria’s demolition crew strikes former Super Eagles legends hailed the 4-0 Round 16 whitewash of Mozambique, crediting flair, unity, and hunger for a fourth AFCON crown. Osimhen’s brace (19′, post-Lookman/Adams assist; later Lookman feed), Lookman’s stunner (his third), Adams’ rocket sealed it at Fès after early offside flag. “Headmaster” Mutiu Adepoju (’94 legend): “Early intent,…
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ODEGBAMI CHEERS EAGLES’ 4-0 ROUT: MOROCCO’S PERFECT PITCHES UNLOCK GREATNESS
Nigeria’s back in the groove—Segun Odegbami hailed the Super Eagles’ demolition of Mozambique as a “return to football royalty,” spotlighting slick passing, flair, and swagger unseen lately. Chatting in Fès post-Round 16 at Complexe Sportif: Morocco’s flawless pitches are the “silent hero,” letting stars shine without turf woes. “Green perfection frees expression—artistic footy,” he gushed.…
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KNOCKOUT FEVER GRIPS AFCON 2025: SENEGAL, NIGERIA, STARS PUNCH QUARTER-FINAL TICKETS
One slip and you’re out, Round of 16’s ruthless win-or-go-home vibe has lit up AFCON 2025 in Morocco, with six powerhouses already marching to quarters amid nail-biting drama. Senegal kicked it off, staying unbeaten with a Sudan stroll, proving their champ chops. Ten-man Mali grinded past Tunisia on pens pure grit. Hosts Morocco controlled Tanzania…
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OSIMHEN’S DOUBLE BLASTS NIGERIA PAST MOZAMBIQUE: JUST 3 GOALS FROM YEKINI RECORD
Super Eagles soar, Victor Osimhen’s 25th/47th-min brace powered a 4-0 Round 16 demolition of Mozambique at Fès’ Complexe Sportif, edging him to 34 int’l goals (3 shy of Rashidi Yekini’s 37-record from ’98). Lookman and Akor Adams rounded it off; Osimhen’s 50th cap cemented legacy (tapped Adams assist first, Lookman pass second). Subbed 63rd after…
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ELEPHANTS VS STALLIONS: DEFENDING CHAMPS MEET HUNGRY NEIGHBORS IN AFCON LAST 16 FIREWORKS
Border rivals collide, defending champs Côte d’Ivoire tackle ambitious Burkina Faso in AFCON 2025’s final Round of 16 Tuesday, 8pm Nigerian time at Marrakech’s Grand Stade. Quarters and pride on the line, 545km apart but first-ever knockout clash. Elephants dominate history: 8 wins, 9 draws, 3 losses in 20 meetings; clean sheets in 2010/2012 group…
