Nigeria
1st in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying2024 Schedule
From unforgettable debuts to African heavyweights being humbled, here's the current state of affairs across the continent following the first international break of the 2024-25 season.
Four points, three goals, two clean sheets, one win and one draw have seen Augustine Eguavoen guide Nigeria to the top of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying group. But will he stay in the job?
Nigeria's 0-0 draw against Rwanda in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying on Tuesday was enough to see the Super Eagles top their group, but coach Augustine Eguavoen was unhappy about a disallowed goal.
Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen stole the headlines for Nigeria in their win against Benin on the weekend, but more will be required to make it through the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers successfully.
Nigeria striker Ademola Lookman continued his outstanding year with two goals to help his country to a 3-0 home win over neighbours Benin in their opening 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Saturday.
After a disappointing World Cup qualifying round, Nigeria return to action -- this time for AFCON Qualifying.
Victor Osimhen has joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli, the Turkish club announced on Wednesday.
Galatasaray have opened talks to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen on loan, the Turkish Super Lig club announced on Monday.
Victor Osimhen was not included in Napoli's official 23-man Serie A squad for this season, after the Nigerian striker's expected move away from the club failed to materialise.
Victor Osimhen 's future is in limbo after Chelsea failed to agree a deal to sign the Napoli striker before England's transfer deadline.
AFCON Qualifying Standings
# | TEAM | GP | GD | PTS |
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1 | Nigeria | 2 | +3 | 4 |
2 | Benin | 2 | -2 | 3 |
3 | Rwanda | 2 | 0 | 2 |
4 | Libya | 2 | -1 | 1 |
Team Leaders
Top Scorers
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Top Assists
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