Sports Archives - Page 6 of 11

Feb

08

2024

AFCON 2024: Kalu Praises Super Eagles After Their Outstanding Performance

News, SportsEmeka Kalu, Opinion, Sports, Super Eagles

The Nigeria Super Eagles have impressively demonstrated their will to fight it out with the host nation in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) competition being hosted in Ivory Coast after defeating South Africa in yesterday's semifinal encounter. This impressive performance demonstrates our players' fierce desire and readiness to compete in the finals, where there is a strong likelihood that Nigeria will win the trophy. I am writing to express my congratulations to the Nigeria Football Federation, our brave boys, and the entire management staff for their determined and hard-working preparation for the tournament. It is an indication of…

Feb

05

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

AFCON: Hugo Broos names ‘very good’ Super Eagles talent who might hurt SA

News, SportsAFCON, Africa, Soccer, Sports, Super Eagles

South Africa coach Hugo Broos praised Super Eagles player Ademola Lookman before the Bafana Bafana's semifinal match with Nigeria at the AFCON in Ivory Coast. Nigeria overcame Angola 1-0 and South Africa beat Cape Verde 2-1 on penalties on Saturday to go to the semi-finals. Wednesday at Bouaké's Stade de la Paix will see tackles between the nations. Nigeria have been improving since their 1-1 draw with Equatorial Guinea in their first group encounter, Broos said. The coach named Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman Nigeria's best players who can make a difference. After the win over Cape Verde, Broos told…

Feb

03

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Kenneth Omeruo analyses Nigeria’s success at AFCON 2023

News, SportsAFCON, Soccer, Sports, Super Eagles

Kenneth Omeruo, Super Eagles defender in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d'Ivoire, explained why the team is doing well. Three-time African champions defeated Angola 1-0 on Friday to advance to the 2023 AFCON semi-finals in Cote d'Ivoire, according to OHAFIATV News. The Kasampasa defender is not overjoyed despite the Super Eagles' performance. After defeating Angola, Nigeria has won four straight games without a goal. Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro replaced Ademola Lookman with Omeruo in the fifth minute of stoppage time. Omeruo told mixed zone reporters: “I feel good; there is still work to be done, but…

Jan

31

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Super Eagles get $30,000 apiece at AFCON 2023 after qualifying for the knockout stage.

SportsAFCON, Soccer, Sports, Super Eagles

After advancing past the group stage of the current 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d'Ivoire, the Super Eagles each took home a whooping $30,000. Jose Peseiro's team trailed the Equatorial Guinean Nzalang Nacional team in Group A. SCORENigeria claims that the prior agreement called for each player to get a $5,000 match bonus leading up to the championship. Since then, it has been abandoned in favour of a one-time payment for each competition round. For defeating the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon in the Round of 16, the squad will receive an extra bonus. Friday's quarterfinal matchup between Jose…

Dec

14

2023

By Amos Oge Kalu

CAF begins selling tickets for AFCON 2023.

SportsAfrica, CAF, Soccer, Sports

CAF, the Confederation of African Football, has begun selling tickets for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Locals will be able to purchase tickets for the biennial competition through over-the-counter sales. According to OHAFIATV News, the tournament's online ticket sales began on November 9, 2023. Over-the-counter ticket sales will take place in 12 cities and towns throughout Cote d'Ivoire. Yamoussoukro, Bouaké, Korhogo, San Pedro, Grand Bassam, Cocody, Plateau, Bingerville, Songon, Anyama, Yopougon, and Adjamé all have ticket sales outlets. Ticket prices range from 5000 FCFA (approximately $8) for Category 3, 10000 FCFA (approximately $16) for Category 2, and 15000 FCFA…