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Lookman wins 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year

Lookman wins 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year

Nigeria attacker, Ademola Lookman, has been crowned as the 2024 CAF Men’s ‘Player of the Year.’ The Super Eagles attacker was announced the winner of the gong at the gala held in Marrakesh, Morocco. Lookman won the highest votes ahead of Achraf Hakimi, Simon Adingra, Ronwen Williams and Serhou Guirassy to win the coveted individual

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Ademola Lookman credits CAF awards nomination for representing Nigeria

Ademola Lookman credits CAF awards nomination for representing Nigeria

Super Eagles’ attacker and CAF award favourite, Ademola Lookman has credited his nomination for playing for the Nigeria’s men team. Ademola Lookman became a sensation for Nigeria during the AFCON where he registered three goals to see the Eagles getting to the final in Ivory Coast. The Super Eagles’ were close to clinching the title

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Rwanda stuns Nigeria to earn comeback win
  • AFCON
  • November 18, 2024
  • 1 min read

Rwanda stuns Nigeria to earn comeback win

Rwanda defeated Nigeria 2-1, in the last game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Group D qualifiers. The Cheetahs produced a resilient comeback, scoring two goals in four minutes to secure victory against the Super Eagles. Samuel Chukwueze gave Nigeria the lead in the 59th minute, delighting the home crowd with a brilliant solo

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Osimhen’s late equaliser seals Eagles’ top finish in Group D
  • AFCON
  • November 14, 2024
  • 2 min read

Osimhen’s late equaliser seals Eagles’ top finish in Group D

Nigeria played a 1-1 draw against neighbours, Benin Republic, as they top the Group D of 2025 AFCON qualifier. A late goal from Victor Osimhen sealed the spot for Nigeria, who only needed a point to stay top of the group. The Super Eagles conceded an early goal in the 16th minute. Following a quick

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AFCON: Osimhen returns for Super Eagles, as Gabriel Osho gets another call-up
  • AFCON
  • November 6, 2024
  • 2 min read

AFCON: Osimhen returns for Super Eagles, as Gabriel Osho gets another call-up

Ahead of the AFCON qualifier, Nigeria coach, Augustine Eguavoen has named 23 players to the squad. The Super Eagles will face Benin Republic and Rwanda, as they need only one point from the two matches to qualify for next year’s AFCON. Reigning African Best footballer of the year, Victor Osimhen has been called back to

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