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Nigeria: AFCON – Gov Otti Commends Super Eagles for Coming 2nd

[ad_1] Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, has commended the Super Eagles of Nigeria for coming second and making the country proud at the just concluded African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023. Otti said even though the Super Eagles came short of lifting the trophy, the players gave their best and succeeded in further strengthening the nation's image as a formidable force in African football. Host, Cote d'Ivoire, came from behind to beat Nigeria 2-1 at the final of the […]

todayFebruary 12, 2024

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Nigeria/Cote d’Ivoire: Cote d’Ivoire Clinch 3rd Afcon Title, Beat Nigeria 2-1 in 2023 Final

[ad_1] The delayed 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament ended on Sunday night with host Cote d'Ivoire completing their remarkable turnaround in fortune by becoming the first host nation to win the title in 18 years with a 2-1 victory over Nigeria's Super Eagles. The highly tense final at the Ebimpe Olympic Stadium, in the outskirts of Abidjan, Ivory Coast's economic capital, the same venue where Nigeria earlier defeated the tournament hosts 1-0 during the group stage, began with […]

todayFebruary 12, 2024

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Nigeria/Cote d’Ivoire: Cote D’Ivoire Win AFCON 2023

[ad_1] The Elephants of Cote D’Ivoire have won the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating the Super Eagles of Nigeria 2-1 on Sunday. Nigeria looked set to repeat their 1-0 victory over the Ivorians here at the Ebimpe Olympic Stadium during the group stage when captain William Troost-Ekong -– who had netted a penalty to decide that first meeting -– rose to head in the opener late in the first half. However, Franck Kessie equalised just after the […]

todayFebruary 12, 2024

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South Africa/Congo-Kinshasa: Bafana Walk Away With the Bronze Medal At Afcon

[ad_1] Captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams once again led from the front as he saved two penalties during the tense penalty shootout. He saved the final kick from DR Congo's Meschak Elia during sudden death to win the match for the South Africans. The South African senior men's team captain has been reluctant to take credit for his heroics during the tournament but will accept that his contribution was crucial. The two sides created a number of opportunities during the […]

todayFebruary 11, 2024

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Angolan Among the Referees for the Can’2023 Final

[ad_1] Luanda — Angolan international referee Jerson Emiliano dos Santos is part of the trio of referees appointed by CAF for the final match of the 34th African Football Championship, which ends on Sunday, in Côte d'Ivoire. The 40-year-old professional thus once again deserves the trust of the governing body of continental football for the 9pm clash between Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire, after throughout the competition, which began on the 13th of February, having been named several times. Jerson Emiliano, […]

todayFebruary 11, 2024

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South Africa/Congo-Kinshasa: Afcon – Williams Helps Bafana Bafana to Third Place

[ad_1] South Africa claimed the bronze after another penalty shootout win over DR Congo. Bafana Bafana captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams was back in his element on Saturday as he led his team to the bronze medal after the third-place match against DR Congo went to penalties. The Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper played a crucial role in keeping South Africa in the game by making a decisive save on the fifth penalty, which was taken by DR Congo captain Chancel Mbemba. […]

todayFebruary 11, 2024

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Africa: Golden Moments – Three Legendary Nigerian Players in Afcon Finals

[ad_1] The Super Eagles have always found heroes at AFCON tournaments and they are looking for another after the likes of Odegbami, Amuneke, and Mba. As Nigeria gears up for the AFCON final on Sunday evening in Abidjan, this report spotlights three players whose individual brilliance clinched the coveted AFCON trophy for Nigeria on three previous occasions. 1980: Odegbami's Lagos double Segun Odegbami, famously known as "Mathematical," showcased his exceptional talent. His two remarkable goals in the final against Algeria […]

todayFebruary 11, 2024

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Nigeria: A Release By the Nigerian Cardiac Society On the Recently Reported Incidents of Sudden Deaths Associated With Football Matches.

[ad_1] The Nigerian Cardiac Society notes with utmost concern the several reported cases of sudden deaths among Nigerians both at home and abroad directly or indirectly linked with the surge of emotions associated with the Nigeria- South Africa Match during the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023) competition holding in Cote D'Ivoire. The society wishes to commiserate with the immediate families of the deceased and the Country at large and pray for the repose of the souls of the […]

todayFebruary 11, 2024

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Malawian in Afcon Final Role

[ad_1] Malawi National Football Team the Flames missed the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) finals but Football Association of Malawi competitions and communications director Gomezgani Zakazaka will play a role in the final match between hosts Ivory Coast and Nigeria. Zakazaka, who is a journalist and possesses Master's degree offered through FIFA programme, Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and marketing qualifications, will be assistant general match coordinator. He is among the last men standing in the epic football showpiece and […]

todayFebruary 11, 2024

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