The Super Eagles moved 12 places up to 26th in the latest FIFA world rankings after their participation at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Afrosport reports. Nigeria claimed a record-extending ninth bronze medal after defeating record-AFCON champions Egypt in the third/fourth place playoff. It represented the biggest jump for the West African giants since climbing to 28th after finishing runners-up at the 2023...
Sevilla have welcomed back Nigerian internationals Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke after their participation with the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where they secured a bronze medal, Afrosport reports. The Spanish side acknowledged their return following Nigeria’s successful conclusion to the tournament, which saw them defeat Egypt 4–2 on penalties in the third-place playoff. The victory marked Nigeria’s ninth bronze medal finish...
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali delivered a memorable performance by saving two crucial penalties as Nigeria triumphed over Egypt in a tense shootout, securing third place, Afrosport reports. The Chippa United shot-stopper earned the well-deserved Man of the Match award, further solidifying his status as one of Africa’s most dependable goalkeepers. After the whistle, an emotional Nwabali dedicated his award to the nation and expressed gratitude...
Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged as the standout performer of the night, making two crucial penalty saves to as the Super Eagles defeated Egypt 4-2 on penalties after a goalless 90 minutes to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations bronze medal, Afrosport reports. With Calvin Bassey out due to suspension, Igoh Ogbu filled in at the back. Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, and Ademola Lookman...
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has praised the Super Eagles for their impressive run to the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, describing the team’s campaign as one driven by commitment, discipline, passion, resilience and a strong sense of national pride, Afrosport reports. Nigeria’s semi-final clash on Wednesday night ended in frustration after a tightly contested encounter finished goalless over 120 minutes....
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