AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Super Eagles Triumph Over Benin, Cameroon and Mauritania Also Secure Wins

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1 week ago

September 7, 2024

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In a dominant performance, the Super Eagles of Nigeria comfortably secured a 3-0 victory against the Republic of Benin, kicking off their AFCON qualifying campaign with a strong start.

Nigeria’s win places them at the top of Group D with three points from their opening match.

Ademola Lookman was the standout player, scoring twice, while Victor Osimhen added to the tally with a goal after coming on as a substitute.

The match showcased Nigeria’s attacking prowess, as they controlled the game from start to finish.

Meanwhile, in another exciting AFCON qualifier, Cameroon overcame a tough challenge from Namibia with a narrow 1-0 win at the Roumdé Adjia Stadium.

The Indomitable Lions were made to sweat for their victory, as Namibia proved a tough opponent, applying constant pressure throughout the match.

However, Cameroon’s captain, Vincent Aboubakar, broke the deadlock in the second half with a well-placed goal, earning his team three valuable points.

Over in Nouakchott, Mauritania also started their AFCON journey on a high note with a 1-0 win over Botswana.

The match was tightly contested, with Mauritania dominating possession but finding it difficult to penetrate Botswana’s solid defense.

However, their persistence paid off when Sidi Amar struck in the 84th minute to secure the win for the Mourabitounes.

It was a vital victory for Mauritania, giving them a crucial boost as they look to qualify for the tournament.

As the AFCON qualifiers continue, these early results set the tone for what promises to be a highly competitive road to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Fans across the continent are eagerly following the progress of their national teams as they fight for a spot in the prestigious tournament.

Enyimba Aims for Win Against Etoile Filante

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11 hours ago

September 16, 2024

Ese Ohwofa

Enyimba’s head coach, Olanrewaju Yemi, is focused on securing a win against Etoile Filante of Burkina Faso in their CAF Confederation Cup clash. The second leg of the preliminary round will take place on Sunday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.

After a goalless draw in the first leg, Yemi emphasized the importance of the upcoming match, stating, “The job is far from over. We must stay focused and prepare rigorously for the return leg.” He praised his team’s tactical discipline, which effectively neutralized Etoile Filante’s attacking threats, and expressed confidence in their ability to build on their solid performance.

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Lineker: Arsenal, City Set for Title Battle

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15 hours ago

September 16, 2024

Ese Ohwofa

BBC Sports host Gary Lineker believes the Premier League title race will once again be between Arsenal and Manchester City this season. Over the past two campaigns, City narrowly edged Arsenal to secure the trophy.

Currently, Pep Guardiola’s side leads the league, winning all four of their opening fixtures, while Arsenal trails by two points. Ahead of their showdown at the Etihad this Sunday, Lineker remarked, “It’s already looking like Arsenal v Manchester City for the title again.”

Although Liverpool showed early promise, a recent 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest has left them fourth in the table, three points behind City.

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Onyeka Trains with Augsburg

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3 days ago

September 13, 2024

Ese Ohwofa

Frank Onyeka trained with his new Augsburg teammates for the first time on Friday.

The Nigerian international joined the Bundesliga club on a season-long loan from Brentford. After signing, he briefly left to join Nigeria for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Onyeka returned after the international break and joined his first training session, as announced by Augsburg on their X account.

The club shared: “Hello, Frank! ✌️ Our new addition was on the pitch for team training today!” The 26-year-old midfielder is expected to debut against St. Pauli this weekend.