AFCON 2023: Let’s Strive For Greatness, Together We’re Stronger – Ahmed Musa, Super Eagles Captain Tells Nigerians
39 total views, 39 views today By Our Correspondent Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has urged Nigerians to rally beyond religious and tribal...
Stats: Bafana star wins Afcon award
Bafana Bafana were very impressive in Ivory Coast. Are we surprised Ronwen Williams has been named the Afcon Goalkeeper of the Tournament?
Bafana star earns big respect from Nigeria
Bafana Bafana made a name in Ivory Coast. One of the big players was Ronwen Williams, also known as the Afcon Goalkeeper of the Tournament.
Fans think they’ve worked out Euro 2024 winner with incredible conspiracy theory… and it’s bad news for England
FANS believe that they have figured out who will win Euro 2024 with a conspiracy theory.
The theory follows on from the results of the Asian Cup...
Sebastien Haller completed one of the most remarkable comebacks in footballing history by scoring Ivory Coast's winner for AFCON glory... but who else has returned to the sport following cancer treatment?
Inspired by the recent journey of Sebastian Haller, who battled cancer, reclaimed his place on the pitch and scored in the AFCON final, this...
Bafana star gets message from Sundowns
Bafana Bafana made South Africa proud in Ivory Coast. Our biggest superstar Ronwen Williams has a message from Mamelodi Sundowns.
Ex-Nigerian Goalkeeper Urges NFF To Sack Super Eagles Coach, Jose Peseiro
Former Nigerian goalkeeper, Idah Peterside, has urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to sack Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro.
Idah...
Dr Larry Izamoje Shares Thoughts on Way Forward
Chairman Brila Media, Dr Larry Izamoje has called on the Nigeria Football Federation to plot a direction for the national team after the Silver...
A Tournament of Two Halves: The Incredible Numbers Behind Ivory Coast's AFCON 2023 Win
Ivory Coast won AFCON 2023 the hard way by replacing their manager halfway through the tournament and rescuing matches with late goals.
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Jubilant Ivory Coast fans take to streets to celebrate Africa Cup of Nations win
ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AP) — Thousands of jubilant Ivory Coast supporters were taking to Abidjan’s city streets on Monday to…
Brighton’s Simon Adingra Describes His Feeling After Ivory Coast Win Over Nigeria
Ivory Coast fast-rising left-winger, Simon Adingra, has described his team's victory over the Super Eagles of Nigeria as one of the most beautiful...
AFCON 2023: Iwobi Deletes All Instagram Pictures After Receiving Abuse Online
Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has deleted all his Instagram pictures after becoming a subject of abuse on social media following Nigeria’s...
Alex Iwobi Deletes All His Contents On Instagram After Trolling
The 2023 AFCON didn't end well for a player like Alex Iwobi that played a prominent role for Nigeria in the tournament as he has been faced with a...
AFCON: You Are A Failure – AY Blasts Nigerians For Trolling Iwobi
Nigerian comedian, Ayo Makun popularly known as AY has berated Nigerians for dragging Fulham midfielder, Alex Iwobi over the loss at the Africa Cup...
Cote d'Ivoire: Haller Gives Ivory Coast Victory in Afcon Final
[New Times] Sebastien Haller was the hero for Ivory Coast again as the Elephants came from behind to beat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of...
2023 Africa Cup of Nations: Ivory Coast pockets $7m for emerging as champions
Ivory Coast clinched a thrilling 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the final showdown of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament, securing a...
Afcon 2023 prize money: How much Ivory Coast will get after winning the tournament
Ivory Coast will receive $7m as the 2023 Afcon prize money following their triumph in the tournament. The Elephants beat Nigeria 2-1 in the final...
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Gave Their Best –Sanwo-Olu Reacts To Nigeria’s Loss To Ivory Coast
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revealed that the Super Eagles gave their best but was just unfortunate not to win the 2023 Africa Cup...
Musa: I’m Proud Of Super Eagles Despite Not Winning AFCON 2023 Title
Super Eagles winger, Ahmed Musa has expressed satisfaction with the performance of the team despite losing 2-1 to Ivory Coast in the final of the...
Ismael Kiyonga: My Afcon 2023 Team of the Tournament
The TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations 2023 will go down in memory as one of the best ever. The tournament now behind us, concluded with hosts...
Ivory Coast's Afcon win shows there's no blueprint for tournament success
After suffering the biggest tournament defeat since Brazil at the 2014 World Cup and sacking their coach mid-stream, the hosts lifted the trophy on...
BREAKING NEWS: Alex Iwobi Considering Retirement From Super Eagles
54 total views, 54 views today By Amaechi Agbo Iwobi was single out by a large proportion of fans for opprobrium following the Super Eagles 2-1...
Super Eagles Coach, Jose Peseiro Reacts To Mourinho’s Comments About Him
The Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has reacted to a message from his countryman, Jose Mourinho, in which the legendary tactician described...
When is the next Afcon? Sebastien Haller wins 2023 tournament for Ivory Coast
The tournament hosts lift the African football tournament for a third time after beating Nigeria 2-1 — but when and where will it be held next time?
Ivory Coast celebrate Afcon triumph with bank holiday
Ivory Coast celebrated winning the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) with a public holiday on Monday, announced by President Alassane Ouattara after...
Sebastien Haller's 18-month journey through cancer hell before Ivory Coast's 18-day miracle
The Elephants looked down and out when they sacked their head coach, but former West Ham misfit Haller procured a fairytale finish for the AFCON...
Simon Grayson sends message to ex-Leeds United man Max Gradel after AFCON triumph
Former Leeds United star Max Gradel helped his Ivory Coast side life the Africa Cup of Nations trophy on Sunday with a triumph over Nigeria. The...
CAF Writes To Super Eagles Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali After Losing To Ivory Coast
The Confederation of African Football (CAF), has sent a message of encouragement to Super Eagles of Nigeria goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali after his...
‘We are miracle survivors’: comeback kings Ivory Coast savour Afcon win
Ivory Coast woke up on Monday morning with a terrible babalaas after they partied all night after the 2-1 win over Nigeria in Africa Cup of Nations...
Championship clubs line up to take Manchester United winger on loan
Championship duo Birmingham City and Watford are lining up offers to take Manchester United winger Amad Diallo on loan next season. That is...
Kenneth Omeruo Faults Jose Peseiro’s Tactics Against Ivory Coast
Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo seems not to be a fan of the national team coach, Jose Peseiro's tactics during the 2023 AFCON final.
Kenneth...
Ivory Coast AFCON triumph 'more than a fairytale' for coach Fae
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae toasted his team of "miracle survivors" after the host country completed one of the greatest turnarounds in major...
‘Religious And Tribal Differences’- Ahmed Musa Breaks Silence After AFCON Title Loss To Cote d’Ivoire
The captain for the Super Eagles, Ahmed Musa, has finally reacted to the outcome of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final match between...
AFCON: You made your country proud – CAF tells Osimhen after Ivory Coast defeat
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has sent a message to console Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen following Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup...
'Haller is a true definition of never giving up! From the hell of cancer to Afcon triumph. Sebastien is better than Victor Osimhen' - Fans
Fans around the continent are impressed with Sebastien Haller who defied the odds to help Ivory Coast win the 2023 Afcon.
AFCON 2023: Iwobi deletes all pictures on Instagram after Ivory Coast defeat
Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has deleted all the pictures he put up on his official Instagram page. A quick check by DAILY POST on Monday...
Reported £4.3m African star waxes lyrical about January Rangers addition in glowing testimony
Mohamed Diomande reckons the addition of Oscar Cortes can help inspire Rangers to more silverware this season. The Ivorian midfielder, 23, and...
AFCON 2023: Nigeria’s Super Eagles N5.9 billion richer despite losing to Ivory Coast
Super Eagles may not have secured the championship title, but the financial outlook is positive as they are set to receive N5.9 billion.
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Cote d’Ivoire deserved to win AFCON admits Peseiro
Coach Jose Peseiro has admitted hosts Cote d’Ivoire deserved to be champions of Africa after they beat the Super Eagles 2-1 in Sunday’s Final in...
Ivory Coast had no choice but to win AFCON title – Haller
Ivory Coast had no choice but to win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title after their heavy loss against Equatorial Guinea according to...
AFCON: Ahmed Musa breaks silence on Nigeria’s final defeat to Ivory Coast
Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has broken his silence on Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final defeat to Ivory Coast on Sunday. Recall that...
AFCON: Super Eagles players to fly back to Nigeria today
Players and officials of the Super Eagles will fly into Abuja today from Abidjan, Ivory Coast. This was confirmed in the team’s itinerary released...
AFCON: Super Eagles players consider retirement after defeat in final
A couple of Super Eagles players are considering retirement from international duty following the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, final. Nigeria...
Cancer-beating striker completes fairy tale to win AFCON for Ivory Coast
In a captivating showdown on Sunday night, the Ivory Coast secured a remarkable victory in front of their fervent supporters, clinching the Africa...
Brave faces in Lagos after Nigeria lose Africa Cup of Nations final
With the game beamed onto a huge screen in a Lagos stadium, Nigerian football fans put on brave faces as they watched their side lose to Ivory...
How did Ivory Coast manage that?! 2023 AFCON winners and losers as Mohamed Salah's wait for continental glory continues and Sadio Mane wilts under pressure in tournament for the underdogs
Sebastien Haller inspired Ivory Coast to 2023 AFCON glory, with Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Riyad Mahrez enjoying less successful tournaments.
Sports Minister Applauds Super Eagles Of Nigeria For Winning 2023 AFCON Silver
The Minister of Sports Development, John Owan Enoh, has applauded the Super Eagles of Nigeria for winning the silver medal at the 2023...
AFCON: Party begins as Ivory Coast rally to beat Nigeria 2-1 in final
Sébastien Haller scored late to lead host nation Ivory Coast to a remarkable Africa Cup of Nations title with a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the...
Ivory Coast’s AFCON win one of most beautiful moments of my life – Simon Adingra
The Elephants won the title for the third time after sacking their head coach midway through the tournament.
2023 AFCON: Ivory Coast Declares Public Holiday After Beating Super Eagles
The government of Ivory Coast has declared a work-free day today, February 12, for the people of the country to celebrate their 2023 AFCON...
‘You Saw Gold Trophy But Couldn’t Touch It’ – Ghana’s Black Sherif Mocks Nigeria Over AFCON Loss
Popular Ghanaian hip-hop artist Mohammed Ismail Sherif, otherwise known as Black Sherif, has taken to social media to mock Nigeria following the...
S/Eagles Players, Officials To Depart Abidjan For Abuja Monday Afternoon
Players and officials of the Super Eagles will depart Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire for Abuja on Monday (12 February) afternoon.
According to the team’s...
Ivory Coast's AFCON win one of most beautiful moments of my life – Simon Adingra
Brighton winger Simon Adingra described Ivory Coast's Africa Cup of Nations triumph as “one of the most beautiful moments of my life”.
Ex-Rangers pair suffer devastating heartbreak as world acknowledges fairytale comeback
Former Rangers pair Calvin Bassey and Joe Aribo suffer AFCON heartbreak with Nigeria as hosts Ivory Coast are crowned winners of the tournament....
Who said what at the Africa Cup of Nations
Who said what during the Africa Cup of Nations which concluded Sunday with hosts Ivory Coast defeating Nigeria in the final in Abidjan:
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Didier Drogba's stunning WAG who dazzled at AFCON final is high-powered CEO
Chelsea legend Didier Drogba had the best seat in the house as he watched Ivory Coast claim their first AFCON title since 2015 alongside his...
Cote d'Ivoire: From Best Losers Side to New Afcon Champs Winners
[Daily News] ABIDJAN, IVORY COAST: YES! hosts Ivory Coast are the new Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champions after defeating Nigeria 2-1.
AFCON final: We were too defensive against Ivory Coast – Omeruo blames Peseiro
Super Eagles Defender, Kenneth Omeruo has hit out at coach Jose Peseiro’s tactics after Ivory Coast defeated Nigeria in the final of the 2023...
5 things we learned from the Africa Cup of Nations
Ivory Coast beat Nigeria in Sunday’s final.
My best AFCON memory is Egypt win, says DR Congo star
DR Congo Dylan Batubinsika has revealed that his best memory in the 2023 AFCON was his side’s win over Egypt. DR Congo exceeded all odds and...
Didier Drogba had big role in Ivory Coast miracle, says Wael Gomaa
African football legend Wael Gomaa believes Didier Drogba played a key role in Ivory Coast’s 2023 AFCON coronation. Ivory Coast claimed a historic...
‘What a player’ – Ex-Chelsea, Real Madrid and AC Milan midfielder lauds Brighton winger after match-winning performance in AFCON final
Former Chelsea, Real Madrid and AC Milan midfielder Michael Essien has hailed Brighton & Hove Albion winger Simon Adingra after his match-winning...
AFCON hero Sebastien Haller might have been Farhad Moshiri's first big Everton transfer
Sebastien Haller has capped a remarkable comeback to become Ivory Coast's AFCON match-winner but he was once reported as being on Everton's...
‘A Very Sad Loss’ – Sanwo-Olu Reacts As Ivory Coast Beats Super Eagles In 2023 AFCON Final
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended the Super Eagles of Nigeria over their participation in the just concluded Africa...
Former Super Eagles Player Points Out Jose Peseiro’s Mistake In Ivory Coast’s AFCON Win
Former Super Eagles defender, Ifeanyi Udeze, has argued that the team's coach, Jose Peseiro, shouldn't have changed anything in his winning team...
‘Only God Would Have Saved Tinubu From Koboko If He Attended AFCON Final’ – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has offered a unique perspective on President Bola Tinubu's absence from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations...
Safa making plans for Bafana’s reception after Afcon heroics
The South African Football Association (Safa) is formulating plans for a reception for Bafana Bafana on their arrival back in South Africa from...
'Didn't help' - National media critical of '5.8' West Brom player after Sun loss
West Brom defender Semi Ajayi suffered heartbreak as Nigeria fell to a 2-1 loss against Ivory Coast in the Africa Cup of Nations final. The...
Coach Emerse Fae Explains How Ivory Coast Stopped Nigeria From Winning 2023 AFCON
The caretaker coach of Ivory Coast, Emerse Fae, has described how his team managed to beat the Super Eagles in the 2023 AFCON.
On February 11,...
AFCON: Very sad loss – Sanwo-Olu gives verdict on Nigeria’s defeat to Ivory Coast
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has described Nigeria’s 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON,...
Nigeria 1-2 Ivory Coast: What Were The Main Talking Points As The Elephants Pull Off An Iconic AFCON Triumph?
In what will be remembered as an all-time AFCON classic on Sunday night, the Ivory Coast were crowned African champions for a third time following...
AFCON 2023: Peseiro 'sad' over Super Eagles performance against Ivory Coast
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, has expressed surprise over the poor performance of his players in the AFCON 2023 final against hosts Ivory...
Rangers star Mohamed Diomande told ‘bring your shinguards’ by team-mate after brutal dressing room wind-up
MOHAMED DIOMANDE may have only been a Rangers player for a couple of weeks.
But he’s jumped right into the deep end when it comes to dressing...
Sebastien Haller breaks down in tears after AFCON win 13 months after return from cancer
Sebastien Haller was overcome with emotion when speaking to reporters after he scored the winning goal for Ivory Coast in the Africa Cup of Nations...
Fae: Elephants created some miracles
Ivory Coast interim coach Emerse Fae described their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations triumph as a miracle after the hosts battled back from behind to...
Sebastien Haller, the cancer survivor who became Ivory Coast's Africa Cup of Nations hero
The striker scored the trophy-winning goal against Nigeria to cap an epic comeback on a personal level as well as for the nation on home soil at...
Ibrahim Sangare did something more than any other player during AFCON final despite only playing for 10 minutes
It was sheer ecstasy for Nottingham Forest star Ibrahim Sangare last night as Ivory Coast won the African Cup of Nations. For the 26-year-old...
#AFCON23: Troost-Ekong Named TotalEnergies Man Of Competition As Nigeria Falls Short in AFCON Final
Nigeria’s William Troost-Ekong emerged as TotalEnergies Man of the Competition of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, receiving the prestigious...
CAF Offers Consolation to Super Eagles’ Nwabali Following AFCON Final Defeat
In the aftermath of Nigeria’s 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, the Confederation of African Football...
#AFCON23: Elephants Trump Super Eagles As Ivory Coast Emerges AFCON Champions in Thrilling Comeback Victory
Nigeria’s hopes of clinching their fourth Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title were dashed as Ivory Coast staged a remarkable comeback to seize...
'We dreamed of this moment' - Match-winner Haller revels in AFCON ‘fairytale’
"Sebastian Haller scored another crucial goal for Ivory Coast to propel his country to Africa Cup of Nations glory in a 2-1 victory over Nigeria....
Taribo Criticizes Eagles’ Performance
Former Nigerian international, Taribo West has indicated that Nigeria lost yesterday’s final before they stepped on the pitch. The reactions have...
Inside Ivory Coast’s wild celebrations as Drogba jumps for joy and stars copy Ronaldo’s ‘siu’ after Afcon triumph
IVORY COAST celebrated in style after being crowned champions of Africa on Sunday.
The Elephants came from behind to defeat Nigeria 2-1 on home...
Former NFA Scribe Ahmed Toro says Super Eagles loss to Ivory Coast not a disgrace
By Olanrewaju Akojede Sani Ahmed Toro, former Secretary-General of the Nigeria Football Association (NFA) and ex-Member House of Representatives,...
How Simon Adingra and Ivory Coast became AFCON champions
In one of the most bizarre AFCON ever, Brighton winger Simon Adingra played a starring role as Ivory Coast won their home tournament
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Peseiro Explains What Went Wrong in the Loss to Ivory Coast
In the aftermath of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final, Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro offered insights into his team’s tactical approach...