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UCL and UEL playoff draws: Super Eagles stars Osimhen, Lookman, Aina, Iheanacho, Onyedika discover opponents
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UCL and UEL playoff draws: Super Eagles stars Osimhen, Lookman, Aina, Iheanacho, Onyedika discover opponents

Super Eagles stars, including Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Ola Aina, Kelechi Iheanacho and Raphael Onyedika, have discovered their opponents in European competitions following the UEFA Champions League and Europa League knockout draws held on Friday.The Nigerian internationals featured for their respective clubs during the league phase of the competitions, earning qualification for the knockout rounds.In the UEFA Champions League, Victor Osimhen’s Galatasaray have been drawn against Italian giants Juventus. The Turkish champions finished 20th in the league phase and now face a stern test...

January 30, 2026
'I am sure' - Former Super Eagles CB says Victor Moses' FC Kaysar move wasn't about money
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'I am sure' - Former Super Eagles CB says Victor Moses' FC Kaysar move wasn't about money

Retired Nigeria international centre-back Dele Adeleye has shared his thoughts on Victor Moses' transfer to Kazakhstan Premier League club Kaysar Kyzylorda.The 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner h...

Jan 26, 2026
Confirmed: 2013 Afcon winner and Chelsea alum Victor Moses joins new European club
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Confirmed: 2013 Afcon winner and Chelsea alum Victor Moses joins new European club

Through official channels, Kazakhstan Premier League club Kaysar Kyzylorda have announced the signing of 2013 Africa Cup of Nations-winning forward Victor Moses. Now a midfielder, Moses was ...

Jan 24, 2026
Former managers react to Nwabali and Iwobi's omission from CAF Afcon 2025 Best XI
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Former managers react to Nwabali and Iwobi's omission from CAF Afcon 2025 Best XI

The omission of Super Eagles duo Alex Iwobi and Stanley Nwabali from the CAF Afcon 2025 Best XI sparked debate during the latest episode of Soccer Africa, a programme broadcast on SuperSport.A few day...

Jan 24, 2026
'The crowd was too big' - African football legend revisits Chukwueze's missed penalty against Morocco
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'The crowd was too big' - African football legend revisits Chukwueze's missed penalty against Morocco

Mercy Akide, one of the most iconic figures in African women's football, has come to the defence of Samuel Chukwueze following his missed penalty during the semifinals of the recently concluded Africa...

Jan 24, 2026
'By far the best leader' - Al-Kholood coach says former Nigeria captain Troost-Ekong is irreplaceable
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'By far the best leader' - Al-Kholood coach says former Nigeria captain Troost-Ekong is irreplaceable

Al-Kholood manager Des Buckingham has lauded William Troost-Ekong’s influence at the club following his departure, describing the former Nigeria captain as an irreplaceable leader on and off the pit...

Jan 23, 2026
'Everyone is coming back' - Alebiosu confident Blackburn can end poor run after Afcon return
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'Everyone is coming back' - Alebiosu confident Blackburn can end poor run after Afcon return

Super Eagles fullback Ryan Alebiosu has expressed confidence that Blackburn Rovers can reverse their recent struggles following his return to the squad after representing Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cu...

Jan 23, 2026
'They certainly did the country proud' - Birmingham coach praises Super Eagles, Osayi-Samuel for Afcon display
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'They certainly did the country proud' - Birmingham coach praises Super Eagles, Osayi-Samuel for Afcon display

Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has lauded Super Eagles fullback Bright Osayi -Samuel for his performance at the 2025 African Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco. Osayi-Samuel played a key ...

Jan 23, 2026
Super Eagles goalkeeper shares Afcon bonuses, donates N0.5m to NPFL shot-stoppers
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Super Eagles goalkeeper shares Afcon bonuses, donates N0.5m to NPFL shot-stoppers

Allnigeriasoccer.com has been told that Super Eagles goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has donated ₦500,000 (approximately $350) from his Africa Cup of Nations bonuses to support elite goalkeepers competing ...

Jan 23, 2026
'The referee made it easy for them' - Onyeka opens up on Super Eagles defeat to Morocco at Afcon 2025
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'The referee made it easy for them' - Onyeka opens up on Super Eagles defeat to Morocco at Afcon 2025

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has opened up on Nigeria's defeat to Morocco in the semifinal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, citing both tactical challenges and officiating decisions as key f...

Jan 22, 2026
'Lost on penalties' - Egypt coach reflects on failed bronze bid in Afcon third place playoff v Nigeria
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'Lost on penalties' - Egypt coach reflects on failed bronze bid in Afcon third place playoff v Nigeria

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance despite missing out on the bronze medal after a penalty shootout defeat to Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations ...

Jan 22, 2026
CAF sanctions Algeria for fan, player and official misconduct in Afcon clash against Nigeria
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CAF sanctions Algeria for fan, player and official misconduct in Afcon clash against Nigeria

The Algerian Football Federation has announced the sanctions imposed by the Confederation of African Football Disciplinary Committee following the incidents that occurred during the quarterfinal encou...

Jan 21, 2026
Super Eagles stars Bassey, Lookman and Osimhen named in Afcon 2025 Best XI
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Super Eagles stars Bassey, Lookman and Osimhen named in Afcon 2025 Best XI

Following the conclusion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the CAF Technical Study Group has unveiled its Team of the Tournament, with three Nigeria internationals earning inclusion.The Best XI featu...

Jan 21, 2026