On Thursday 14th of November, The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers released encounters to happen as national teams compete in various continents.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles faced Benin Republic last night and ended the match with a draw of 1-1. Player Victor Osimhen saved the team with a goal at second half.

Here is a list of Thursday Matches:
1. Benin Republic 1 – 1 Nigeria
2. Burkina Faso 0 – 1 Senegal
3. Niger 4 – 0 Sudan
4. Madagascar 2 – 3 Tunisia
5. Rwanda 0 – 1 Libya
6. Burundi 0 – 0 Malawi
7. South Sudan 3 – 2 Congo
8. Lesotho 1 – 0 CAR
9. Equatorial Guinea 0 – 0 Algeria

Matches scheduled for today includes Cape Verde vs Egypt and Uganda vs South Africa.

Silvan Wallner, a 22-year-old Swiss midfielder, has announced his retirement from professional football to focus on his faith and commitment to following Jesus Christ.

Wallner, who began his professional career in 2020 with FC Zurich, has played over 100 matches across different clubs, including Wil and Austrian side Blau-Weiß Linz.

He joined Linz on a two-year contract in September and was expected to play a pivotal role in the team.

However, his announcement has shifted the focus from his athletic prowess to his deeply personal convictions.

In a statement released through his current club, Wallner explained his decision, emphasizing the importance of his Christian faith.

“I am a devout Christian, and I read the Bible. I make my own decisions about my life,” he said.

“I wish to follow Jesus Christ, and the biblical day of rest has become important to me.

This means that I no longer want to play professionally on Saturdays.”

Wallner also clarified that he is not affiliated with any particular church but made this decision based on his understanding of the Bible and his personal convictions.

Wallner’s choice to step away from professional football has sparked a range of reactions.

While some fans and pundits are surprised by his decision to retire at such a young age, many have expressed admiration for his courage and commitment to his beliefs.

His statement also included gratitude to those who have supported him throughout his career.

“I say a big thank you to people who have accompanied and supported me in my sporting career,” he added.

The young midfielder was recently part of the Swiss U21 national team and made his last international appearance in early September during a 1-2 loss to Albania.

Stanley Nwabali, the talented goalkeeper for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, has suffered a tragic loss with the passing of his father.

He shared the heartbreaking news on his Instagram story early Friday morning.

In his post, Nwabali expressed his grief with a tearful emoji and a short but emotional message that read, “Rest in peace, dad.”

Although the Chippa United player didn’t provide details about the cause of his father’s death

The tragic news comes shortly after Nwabali’s impressive performance in Nigeria’s 1-1 draw against Benin Republic during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

The match, which took place on Thursday night in Abidjan, saw Nwabali showcasing his skills as he led his team with determination.

However, this personal tragedy might affect his participation in Nigeria’s next AFCON qualifier against Rwanda, scheduled to hold in Uyo.

The Super Eagles’ technical crew is yet to announce any decision regarding Nwabali’s availability for the upcoming match.

However, it is likely he will take time off to mourn and be with his family during this difficult period.

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is also expected to release a statement expressing their support for him.