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Football
Ademola Lookman has emerged as the standout performer of AFCON 2025, racking up 7 goal contributions (3 goals, 4 assists) through Nigeria’s group stage and Round of 16 matches. His decisive playmaking and finishing have set him apart, leaving tournament stars like Sadio Mané and Brahim Díaz trailing with just 4 goal involvements each.
By Olonade Philips | 6 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
Football
Victor Osimhen is one of the most gifted strikers Nigeria has ever produced. Yet, alongside his goals and accolades, a recurring debate continues to follow him wherever he plays: Does Victor Osimhen have an attitude problem, or is his intensity simply misunderstood?
By Olonade Philips | 6 Jan 2026 | 4 min read
Football
Nigeria sealed a commanding place in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a resounding 4-0 victory over Mozambique on Monday night, January 5, at the Complexe Sportif de Fes in Morocco. Despite the emphatic scoreline, the match was overshadowed by a touchline drama involving Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman.
By Olonade Philips | 6 Jan 2026 | 2 min read
Football
Super Eagles sweep past Uganda, finish group stage perfect at AFCON 2025
By Adesanya Babatunde AbdulAzeez | 30 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
Football
AFCON 2025: Giants tested, underdogs strong, surprises shaping tournament early.
By Adesanya Babatunde AbdulAzeez | 23 Dec 2025 | 3 min read
Football
Lookman and Ajayi fired Nigeria to a dramatic opening victory over Tanzania in Fez.
By Adesanya Babatunde AbdulAzeez | 23 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
Football
Super Eagles unveil bold AFCON 2025 squad, with Osimhen leading and new talents replacing veterans.
By Adesanya Babatunde AbdulAzeez | 11 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
Football
William Troost-Ekong retires after 83 caps, leaving a legacy of leadership, consistency, and historic achievements.
By Adesanya Babatunde AbdulAzeez | 4 Dec 2025 | 2 min read
Football
Super Eagles beat Gabon 4–1 after extra time to reach CAF World Cup playoff final.
By Adesanya Babatunde AbdulAzeez | 13 Nov 2025 | 3 min read
Football
Eric Chelle releases his Super Eagles squad list for the World Cup Play-offs.
By Aboluwade God's Treasure AGT | 8 Nov 2025 | 2 min read
Women
Nigeria's Flamingoes have arrived Morrocco, and motivated by a popular Nigerian footballing figure.
By Aboluwade God's Treasure AGT | 8 Oct 2025 | 1 min read
