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AFCON Qualifiers: CAF makes changes to Nigeria-Guinea-Bissau schedule

AFCON Qualifiers: CAF makes changes to Nigeria-Guinea-Bissau schedule

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced changes to the kick-off times for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header between Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau. CAF initially scheduled the first leg of the fixture, which will take place at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja on March 24, for 2 pm, while the second leg at the Estadio 24 de Setembro on March 27...

U-20 AFCON: Bosso lauds Uganda’s performance against Nigeria

U-20 AFCON: Bosso lauds Uganda’s performance against Nigeria

Nigeria U-20 men’s coach Isah Ladan Bosso has extolled Uganda despite their 1-0 defeat to the Flying Eagles in the quarterfinals of the ongoing U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt on Thursday. The Hippos were undone by an own goal by left back Ibrahim Juma in the 30th minute as they were knocked out by Bosso’s side at the Suez Canal Stadium, with the latter...

U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles to face Uganda in quarterfinals after draw of lots

U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles to face Uganda in quarterfinals after draw of lots

Nigeria’s U-2O men’s team, the Flying Eagles, finally got to know their opponent in the quarterfinals of the ongoing U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. The Ladan Bosso-led side finished second behind the Young Teranga Lions of Senegal in Group A, following their emphatic 2-0 win over the Mambas of Mozambique on Saturday.   • Perfect record for Senegal • Nigeria in second 🚨 Group...

U-20 AFCON: South Sudan coach reveals inspiration behind historic win

U-20 AFCON: South Sudan coach reveals inspiration behind historic win

South Sudan Under-20 manager, Peter James has drawn inspiration from the Morocco national team after his team recorded their first-ever win at the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. The Bright Stars defeated neighbours Central African Republic 1-0 for their maiden win in what is the country's first appearance in any CAF-sanctioned football tournament. James mirrors the victory in the manner of Morocco who became...

U20 AFCON: CAF announce match officials for Nigeria and Senegal opener

U20 AFCON: CAF announce match officials for Nigeria and Senegal opener

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the line up of officials ahead of the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations clash between Nigeria and Senegal. The African football governing body has appointed Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed as the lead official for the Group A clash between the two West African nations at the Cairo International Stadium on Sunday. The 35-year-old referee will be assisted by...