AFCON: Less talk, more action – Troost-Ekong, Nwabali react as Nigeria reach semi-final

Super Eagles stars, William Troost-Ekong and Stanley Nwabali have reacted as Nigeria reached the semi-final of the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

Angola/Nigeria: Breaking - Nigeria Beat Angola 1-0 to Qualify for Afcon Semifinal

[Leadership] A first half goal by Super Eagles striker, Ademola Lookman, has earned Nigeria a narrow victory over a spirited Angola to advance to...
ALLAFRICA.COM Feb 3

Africa: South Africa or Cape Verde - Super Eagles Opponent in Afcon Semi-Final

[Vanguard] After defeating Angola in the quarter finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face the...
ALLAFRICA.COM Feb 3

Angola/Nigeria: Fans Optimistic Super Eagles Will Win 2023 Afcon After Defeating Angola

[Vanguard] Football fans in Osogbo on Friday expressed optimism that Nigeria will win the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament after the Super...
ALLAFRICA.COM Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Simon Defends ‘Goal-Shy’ Osimhen

Moses Simon believes Victor Osimhen will soon rediscover his scoring touch despite failing to score in recent matches for the Super Eagles. Osimhen...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles’ face tough path to fourth title after Angola victory

Nigeria’s victory over Angola seemed the only feasible outcome for the first quarter-final at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations. Fans and pundits...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

Nigeria: Undiluted Joy As Super Eagles Soar Into Afcon Semi-Finals

[Daily Trust] After a lackluster start at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d'Ivoire, the Super Eagles are now on course for a fourth...
ALLAFRICA.COM Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Presidency congratulates Super Eagles for qualifying for semi-finals

The Presidency has congratulated the Super Eagles for qualifying for the All African Cup of Nations, AFCON, semi-final. President Bola Tinubu’s...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: EPL congratulates four Super Eagles stars as Nigeria qualify for semi-final

The English Premier League, EPL, have congratulated four Super Eagles stars after Nigeria booked their place in the semi-final of the ongoing 2023...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON: ‘Tinubu proud of you, your due is covered’ – Enoh to Super Eagles

Minister of Sports, John Owan Enoh has told the Super Eagles of Nigeria that President Bola Tinubu is proud of them amid the ongoing 2023 Africa...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Deserved To Beat Us — Angola Boss Goncalves

Angola head coach, Pedro Goncalves was full of praises for the Super Eagles despite his side's defeat to the three-time African champions. The...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 3

AFCON 2023: ‘Nigeria deserved this win’ – Angola boss concedes defeat to Super Eagles

Angola head coach, Pedro Goncalves says the Super Eagles deserved to beat his side, DAILY POST reports. The Palancas Negras fell to a 1-0 defeat...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Zaidu deserves commendation not criticism – Peseiro

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro claimed Zaidu Sanusi did well in his side’s victory against the Palancas Negras of Angola. Zaidu has not...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: God will bless Super Eagles star, Simon – Tony Elumelu [VIDEO]

The Chairman of United Bank for Africa Group, Tony Elumelu has said that God will bless Super Eagles forward, Moses Simon over his display in the...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON: ‘Two times Troost-Ekong said Onyeka is tired’ – Peseiro explains angry moment at Brentford midfielder

Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro has explained why he was angry at Frank Onyeka towards the closing stage of Nigeria’s 2023 AFCON Cup of Nations...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Simon defends Osimhen over goal drought

Moses Simon has defended Victor Osimhen after the forward fired blanks in Nigeria’s 1-0 victory against Angola on Friday. Osimhen scored in...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Two semi-final places confirmed

The first two countries to qualify for the semi-final at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations have been confirmed. This follows the completion of two...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 3

AFCON: Nigeria Qualifies For 16th Semis, Awaits Winner Of C’Verde vs S’Africa

(WITH AGENCY REPORTS) – Nigeria Super Eagles qualified for the semi­final of the ongoing Af­rica Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire after a hard...
INDEPENDENT.NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: How Super Eagles squeezed Angola to reach last four, extend AFCON record

The fearsome Nigeria juggernaut rolled with pomp into the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals on Friday, after another self-assured performance that...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 3

AFCON 2023: Jose Peseiro applauds players after semi-final feat over Angola

The coach of Nigeria’s senior men’s national team, Jose Peseiro congratulated his players after a 1-0 win over Angola in the quarter-final of the...
KICK442.COM Feb 2

'I was angry' - Peseiro admits Troost-Ekong snitched on Onyeka before midfielder's substitution in historic win  

Nigeria cemented their position as one of the dominant teams at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, beating Angola 1-0 to advance to the semifinals of...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

Abiodun Congratulates Super Eagles For Qualifying For AFCON Semi-final

…charges team to soar higher Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has congratulated the national ream, the Super Eagles for qualifying for the...
INDEPENDENT.NG Feb 2

Nigeria embrace favourites tag to reach Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals

Ademola Lookman's goal was enough for Nigeria to edge past Angola 1-0, while DR Congo also reached the last four by downing Guinea 3-1
THE INDEPENDENT Feb 2

Key stats NGA v ANG: Osimhen most shots; Lookman most fouled; Aina top tackler; Onyeka top aerial duels 

Nigeria became the first team to book their place in the semifinal of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations having beaten Angola by a solitary goal on...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

'Could have scored a second goal' - Peseiro stands by Zaidu as he explains fullback role in 3-4-3 system 

Nigeria manager Jose Peseiro defended the performance of Zaidu Sanusi after his side's 1-0 victory over Angola in a quarterfinal clash of the 2023...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

Nwabali wins CAF's Save of the Day, Super Eagles GK says he needs to make a save for the country

Stanley Nwabali's incredible stop in the 89th minute of the Super Eagles' slim win over Angola in the quarterfinal of the 2023 Africa Cup of...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

'One of the hardest we've played' - Ola Aina reckons Angola proved a tough nut to crack for Super Eagles 

Speaking to reporters in the mixed zone shortly after Nigeria's hard-fought 1-0 win over Angola, Super Eagles wingback Ola Aina admitted that...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

Why Super Eagles would prefer to face Bafana Bafana over Blue Sharks in 2023 AFCON semifinal

In a scintillating 2023 Africa Cup of Nations  quarterfinal matchup, the Super Eagles made their way through to the semi-finals after narrowly...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

Super Eagles new darling Nwabali explains why he shouted at most capped player on the pitch Iwobi

Nigeria advanced to the semifinals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday evening, beating Angola 1-0 thanks to Ademola Lookman's first half...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

'We don't care about who scores' - MotM Moses Simon defends Osimhen over four-game goal drought 

Speaking at the post-match conference after the Super Eagles' victory over Angola, Moses Simon, who was named the official Man of the Match, shared...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Feb 2

Nigerian Super Eagles Soars to Semi-Finals At AFCON 2024

he Nigerian Super Eagles became the first team to qualify for the semi-finals of AFCON 2024. The team secured a hard-fought victory over the Black...
OLORISUPERGAL.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Nigeria's mastery shows Angola the way out

The 1st quarter-final clash between Nigeria and Angola at Abidjan's Stade Félix Houphouet-Boigny (Felicia) went in the Super Eagles' favor. They...
SPORT NEWS AFRICA Feb 2

Afcon 2023: 'Victor Osimhen not thinking about goals' - Moses Simon defends Nigeria's misfiring striker as Jose Peseiro shows no sympathy for Angola

Nigeria coach Jose Peseiro happy with Afcon's quarter-final win over Angola as Moses Simon asks for support from the fans.
GOAL.COM Feb 2

DR Congo Beat Guinea, Secure AFCON 2023 Semi Finals Berth

DR Congo have secured a berth in the semi finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Guinean 3-1 in the quarter finals on...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Victory Over Angola Well Deserved — Peseiro

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro claimed his team deserved their win against the Palancas Negras of Angola. Peseiro's side zoomed into the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 2

Super Eagles player ratings for AFCON win over Angola

Nigeria advanced to the semi-finals of the 2023 AFCON with a 1-0 victory over Angola, courtesy of Ademola Lookman’s decisive goal. Here are the...
SPORTSRATION.COM Feb 2

Fans optimistic Super Eagles will win 2023 AFCON after defeating Angola 

Football fans in Osogbo on Friday expressed optimism that Nigeria will win the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament after the Super Eagles...
NEWSDIARYONLINE.COM Feb 2

AFCON: ‘If Nigeria wins trophy, we are dead, we can’t allow them’ – Ghana’s Kwadwo Sheldon laments

Ghanaian YouTube personality and content creator, Bernard Kwadwo Amoafo, also known as Kwadwo Sheldon, has insisted they cannot allow Nigeria’s...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles will keep working hard to win title – Simon

Moses Simon says the Super Eagles will keep striving to achieve their target at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles earned a place in...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Here’s what Moses Simon had to say about Nigeria’s win over Angola

Ademola Lookman has now scored three goals at the AFCON 2023 tournament in Ivory Coast alongside bagging one assist against Equatorial Guinea....
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Feb 2

News Flash: Super Eagles cruise into AFCON semi-finals

News Flash =========== Nigeria’s Super Eagles advance into the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals after a 1-0 defeat of Angola in the...
NEWSDIARYONLINE.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: S/Eagles Player Ratings; Simon, Troost-Ekong, Iwobi Solid As Sanusi Struggles

Nigeria’s Super Eagles battled to a 1-0 win against Angola to reach the semi-finals of this year’s AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. Ademola Lookman was the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 2

Nigerian military trolls Angola on Twitter after Super Eagles win

The Angolans had boasted before the match that they were not sacred to square up against the Super Eagles.
PULSE.NG Feb 2

How We Defeated Angola – Super Eagles Coach Jose Peseiro Reveals

The coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Jose Peseiro has revealed how his team got a 1-0 win over Angola in the quarter final of the...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles deserved victory over Angola – Peseiro

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, has praised his players for another gritty display following the team’s 1-0 win over Angola in their...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

Nigeria vs Angola: Your sacrifice will never be forgotten – Super Eagles pay tribute to Okwaraji

The Super Eagles on Friday paid tribute to late Samuel Okwaraji after Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final 1-0 win over Angola. Super...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

AFCON 2023 : Imo football fans celebrate Super Eagles victory against Angola

Some football fans in Owerri,  Imo  on Friday celebrated Super Eagles victory against  Angola, in a quarter final match  at the ongoing Africa Cup...
NEWSDIARYONLINE.COM Feb 2

AFCON: ‘Finals here we come’ – Kanu on Super Eagles’ 1-0 win over Angola

Arsenal legend, Nwankwo Kanu, has reacted to Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, quarter-final 1-0 win over Angola on Friday. Kanu, who...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

AFCON: Nigerian Govt reacts to Super Eagles’ 1-0 win over Angola

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their victory over Angola,...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

#SoarSuperEagles: “Happy For The Victory Most Importantly” – Moses Simon Reflects On Man Of Match Performance As Nigeria Advances To AFCON Semis

In a post-match press conference following Nigeria’s crucial 1-0 triumph over Angola in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-finals, Moses...
SPORTS247 Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Nigeria eject Angola, progress to semi-finals

AFCON 2023 (Quarter-finals): Nigeria Super Eagles booked the first berth in the AFCON 2023 semi-finals on-going in Cote D’Ivoire. Lookman Ademola...
KAWOWO.COM Feb 2

#SoarSuperEagles: Lookman’s Strike Propels Nigeria Into AFCON Semis – 1-0 Victory Over Angola

In a tense Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final clash, Ademola Lookman’s clinical finish secured Nigeria’s spot in the semi-finals with a...
SPORTS247 Feb 2

Lookman Fires Super Eagles Into 2023 African Cup of Nations Semi Final

The Super Eagles of Nigeria clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory against resilient Palanca Negras of Angola, securing their place in the semifinals...
BRILA Feb 2

Confirmed: West Brom now without Corberan favourite for Ipswich after development today

Semi Ajayi will definitely miss West Brom v Ipswich Town on February 10, Express & Star journalist Lewis Cox has confirmed. The Baggies’...
WESTBROMNEWS.CO.UK Feb 2

'Forget Osimhen, Lookman is the best in 2023 Afcon. Nigeria's defence will win the trophy! Bafana Bafana can beat them' - Fans

Majority of fans convinced Nigeria's Super Eagles are the real deal in Afcon after defeating Angola in the quarter-final on Friday evening.
GOAL.COM Feb 2

AFCON: Information minister congratulates Super Eagles

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their victory over Angola,...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 2

Why We Lost To Super Eagles – Coach Of Angola Explains

The head coach of the senior national team of Angola Pedro Gonçalves has explained why his team were beaten 1-0 by the senior national team of...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Feb 2

How Super Eagles rate vs Angola

The Super Eagles tonight made their way to the AFCON semifinal after they piped Angola by the odd goal. SCORENigeria rates the individual...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Feb 2

AFCON Nigeria Angola: Nigerian military trolls Angola on Twitter

The Angolans had boasted before the match that they were not scared to square up against the Super Eagles.
PULSE.NG Feb 2

Lookman goal takes Nigeria into AFCON semi-finals

Ademola Lookman's goal sent Nigeria into the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals as Victor Osimhen had a goal ruled out by VAR in a 1-0 win over Angola.
THE CITIZEN TANZANIA Feb 2

AFCON 2024: Minister of Information and National Orientation Congratulates Super Eagles

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their victory over Angola,...
NEWSDIARYONLINE.COM Feb 2

AFCON: Nigeria’s Nwabali breaks 44-year record after Super Eagles’ 1-0 win over Angola

Nigeria’s Stanley Nwabali on Friday broke a 44-year record for Super Eagles goalkeepers amid the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. This was...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Back To Their Best –Rufai

Former Nigerian international, Peter Rufai says the Super Eagles are finally back to their best after the team's impressive 1-0 win over Angola in...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Player ratings from Super Eagles’ 1-0 win over Angola

Ademola Lookman came up trumps for Nigeria at the Stade Félix-Houphouët-Boigny in Ivory Coast as the Super Eagles swept Angola aside to proceed to...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Feb 2

AFCON 2023: 5 things we learnt as Super Eagles beat Angola to qualify for semi-final

Nigeria became the first country to qualify for the semi-final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations on Friday. The Super Eagles beat Angola 1-0,...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

Lookman Strikes To Send Nigeria Into AFCON Semis Against Angola

February 02 (THEWILL) – Ademola Lookman’s second-half strike was enough to book Nigeria’s place in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals with a 1-0...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Feb 2

Lookman books Super Eagles an AFCON 2023 semifinal spot

A late first half Ademola Lookman strike sent the Super Eagles of Nigeria through to the semi-finals of 2023 AFCON following a 1-0 win over Angola...
ACLSPORTS.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Nigerians Should Keep Supporting Eagles –Simon Reacts After Winning MOTM Award

Super Eagles winger, Simon Moses has expressed delight with the team's 1-0 victory over Angola in the quarter finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 2

Nigeria beat resilient Angola to soar through to Semifinals

Nigeria are through to the Semifinals of the 2023 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations after a narrow 1-0 victory against Angola in an explosive...
SOKA25EAST.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Simon scoops Man of the Match award after Super Eagles’ win against Angola

Moses Simon claimed the Man of the Match award following the Super Eagles 1-0 victory against Angola. It’s the second time he will be winning the...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

Peter Obi cheers Super Eagles to victory against Angola from the stands

Obi watched the Super Eagles beat Angola 1-0 in a crunchy quarter-final match at the 2023 AFCON in Cote d'Ivoire.
PULSE.NG Feb 2

Nigeria through to AFCON semi-finals as Ademola Lookman goal downs Angola

The former Fulham and Everton winger netted the match-winning goal just before half-time.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Feb 2

Lookman makes history as Nigeria Advance

Ademola Lookman became the fourth Nigerian with 3 or more knockout goals at the African Cup of Nations, as Nigeria beat Angola, 1-0. A friday...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Feb 2

Moses Simon bags second AFCON Man of Match

CAF have named Moses Simon Man of the Match for the second time at the 2023 AFCON. The FC Nantes winger went off a super run before he delivered...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Lookman Fires Super Eagles Past Angola, Into Semifinals

Ademola Lookman’s first-half strike was enough to secure a hard-fought 1-0 win for the Super Eagles against Angola in the quarter-finals of the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 2

2023 AFCON: Nigeria v Angola report

Nigeria beat Angola 1-0 in Friday night's 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal encounter which was played at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Feb 2

Nigeria beat Angola to advance to Cup of Nations semi-final

Nigeria were the first side to book a semi-final berth at the Africa Cup of Nations after Ademola Lookman's first-half goal ensured a 1-0 win over...
TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA Feb 2

Lookman Leads Super Eagles To Nations Cup Semi-finals

Ademola Lookman scored the only goal of the game to lead the Super Eagles to a 1-0 win over Angola which propelled the team to the semi finals of...
THE WHISTLER NIGERIA Feb 2

#AFCON2023: Super Eagles Soar Into Semi-Finals With Dominant 1-0 Win Over Angola

Nigerian Super Eagles have secured the semi-final spot with a 1-0 win over the black antelopes of Angola in the 2023 Africa Cup Of Nations. The...
INDEPENDENT.NG Feb 2

BREAKING: Nigeria Beat Angola 1-0 To Qualify For AFCON Semifinal 

A first half goal by Super Eagles striker, Ademola Lookman, has earned Nigeria a victory over Angola to advance to the semifinal stage of the...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 2

Ademola Lookman's heroics send Nigeria soaring into AFCON 2023 semi-finals

Ademola Lookman’s first half strike booked Nigeria’s place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals with a 1-0 win over Angola. The win...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Feb 2

Breaking: Again, Lookman scores as Super Eagles tame Angola, zoom to AFCON 2023 semi-final

Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Friday night edged Angola 1-0 to secure semi-final ticket at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations 2023 in Cote d’ivoire. It...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 2

Ademola Lookman sends Nigeria flying into Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals despite VAR ruling out Victor Osimhen goal in win against Angola

Ademola Lookman's first-half goal sent Nigeria into the AFCON semi-finals as Victor Osimhen had a goal ruled out by VAR in a 1-0 win over Angola.
GOAL.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeat Angola 1-0, qualify for semi-final

Nigeria have qualified for the semi-final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, thanks to a 1-0 win over Angola. Ademola Lookman finished off a fine...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 2

Lookman fires Super Eagles past Angola into AFCON semifinal

A lone goal by Ademola Lookman was enough to seal victory for the Super Eagles over Angola in a quarter-final clash at the Africa Cup of Nations...
RIPPLESNIGERIA.COM Feb 2

AFCON 2023: Ademola Lookman’s goal sends Super Eagles into last eight

Nigeria’s senior men’s national team edged their counterparts from Angola 1-0 to make it to another semi final at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations...
KICK442.COM Feb 2

BREAKING: Nigeria 1-0 Angola: Eagles soar into 16th AFCON semifinal

Lookman's third AFCON goal was all the Eagles needed to book a semifinal place in the 2023 AFCON tournament The post BREAKING: Nigeria 1-0 Angola:...
PREMIUM TIMES Feb 2

Lookman fires Nigeria into semi-final as AFCON journey ends for Angola

"Nigeria are into the semi-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations after a narrow 1-0 win over a spirited Angola side. The three-time former...
EUROSPORT.CO.UK Feb 2
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