Sadiq Umar, the Real Sociedad striker, won’t be playing in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024 due to a knee injury. Paul Onuachu is taking his place following the recommendation of the Super Eagles medical team. They were concerned about Umar’s fitness due to a meniscus injury. However, after thorough examinations back at his…
Ahmed Musa leads the Nigerian national football team, also known as the Super Eagles. He participated in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final against Ivory Coast on February 12, 2024, where Nigeria faced a 2-1 loss. Musa addressed the defeat, emphasizing the gained unity on the field despite not securing the trophy. Before the…
Paul Onuachu stepped in for the injured Sadiq Umar in the Super Eagles squad during AFCON 2024. He participated in the tournament, but details about his performance or impact on the team’s overall display are not specified. Unfortunately, the Super Eagles of Nigeria faced a defeat against Ivory Coast in the tournament final. Meet Paul…
Moses Simon, a talented Nigerian winger, has showcased impressive performances at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He secured the Man of the Match award twice during the tournament. Simon played a crucial role in Nigeria’s triumph over Angola in the quarter-finals, contributing the crucial assist for the decisive goal. His impactful performances earned…
Ademola Lookman played a crucial role for the Nigerian national team in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He scored the decisive goal in Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over Angola in the quarter-finals, securing their place in the semi-finals. Lookman’s performance greatly contributed to Nigeria’s success in the tournament. Despite the pressure of playing for…
Samuel Chukwueze featured in all 7 matches for the Super Eagles. He started 5 matches and entered as a substitute in 2. During this time, he scored 1 goal and provided 1 assist. The AC Milan winger, Samuel, received a call-up to Nigeria’s squad for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and played in the…
Sébastien Romain Teddy Haller, known as Sebastien Haller, was born on 22 June 1994 in Ris-Orangis, France. He stands tall at 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in) and plays as a striker. Currently, he is part of Borussia Dortmund, wearing the number 9 jersey. In his youth career, Haller played for FCO Vigneux from 2003…
Sebastien Haller, the Ivory Coast forward, played a crucial role in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He scored the deciding goal in the final against Nigeria, securing a 2-1 victory for Ivory Coast and clinching the AFCON title for his team. This win marked Ivory Coast’s third AFCON title, with previous victories in…
Franck Kessié participated in the AFCON 2023 tournament for Ivory Coast. In the final against Nigeria, he scored the tying goal, leading Ivory Coast to a 2-1 victory and securing the championship on their home turf. Meet Franck Kessié: Introduction Franck Yannick Kessié, born on 19th December 1996 in Ouragahio, Ivory Coast, is a talented…
José VÃtor dos Santos Peseiro, known as Jose Peseiro, was born on 4th April 1960 in Coruche, Portugal. At the age of 63, he currently manages the Nigeria national football team. In his early years, Peseiro played as a forward for various teams, including Coruchense, Cartaxo, Oriental, Amora, Samora Correia, and Torreense. Throughout his senior…
Jose Peseiro, the head coach of the Nigerian national football team, guided them to the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations final. They secured their spot after a penalty shootout victory against South Africa in the semifinals. Peseiro commended his team’s performance and resilience, stating that they rightfully earned their place in the final. Nigeria is…
Terem Moffi, the striker from OGC Nice, received a call-up to join the Nigeria Super Eagles squad for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024. Initially, it was reported that he would join the squad on Sunday, January 14, 2024, the same day the Super Eagles play against Equatorial Guinea. Moffi’s inclusion in the national…
Alhassan Yusuf, a midfielder for the Super Eagles, faced injury setbacks in the 2023 and 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He couldn’t play in a crucial AFCON 2023 match between Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire due to injury. Coach Jose Peseiro confirmed that Yusuf would miss the final group game in the 2024 AFCON because…
Raphael Onyedika plays football for Club Brugge and the Nigerian national team. He made it into the Nigeria squad for the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations. Onyedika, a defensive midfielder, has been a key player for Club Brugge, participating in 32 games this season and scoring a goal. Galatasaray bid 15 million Euros for him,…
Alex Iwobi, a Nigerian midfielder, actively participated in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024. He expressed confidence in the Nigerian team’s defensive skills, highlighting the thoroughness of their analysis and preparations for the tournament. Iwobi also dismissed claims of playing cautiously at AFCON and praised the performances of his teammates. Alex Iwobi Biography Alex…