Senegal Refuses to Hand Back AFCON Trophy After Title Loss
Senegal's government demands an international probe into CAF's decision to strip its 2025 AFCON title and award it to Morocco, citing corruption suspicions and vowing legal appeals.
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Morocco Defends CAF's 2025 AFCON Title Award Amid Controversy
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has defended CAF's decision to award them the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, insisting it followed due process despite Senegal's protests over regulatory breaches and match incidents.
Eric Chelle Releases Super Eagles Squad for Turkey Friendlies
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has announced his squad for the upcoming four-nation international friendly tournament in Antalya, Turkey, featuring matches against Iran and Jordan.
Nigeria Faces Backlash Over CAF Appeal Panel President Identity
The Confederation of African Football overturned the 2025 AFCON final result, stripping Senegal of the title. Nigeria faces criticism as Justice Roli Daibo Harriman leads the controversial appeal panel.
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Agent Calls for Mandatory Consent Education for Footballers
FIFA-licensed agent Dr. Drew Uyi calls on NFF and NSC to implement compulsory sexual consent awareness programmes for players before international moves.
Ex-CAF Official Shocked by AFCON 2025 Title Decision
A journalist reveals a former CAF appeal board member's disbelief over stripping Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title and awarding it to Morocco, citing lack of authority to overturn referee decisions.
CAF's AFCON 2025 Verdict: Expert on Senegal's Next Steps
A football expert explains CAF's decision to overturn Senegal's AFCON 2025 win, citing rules on pitch abandonment, and outlines Senegal's appeal options at CAS.
Guardiola: Man City 'Incomplete,' Need Time to Regain Form
Pep Guardiola acknowledges Manchester City are a work in progress after Champions League exit to Real Madrid, citing a rebuild and aiming for Madrid-like standards.
CAF Board Members Named After Senegal AFCON Title Removal
A journalist has revealed the nine-member CAF appeal board that stripped Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title and awarded it to Morocco, sparking widespread protests across Africa.
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Oshoala Criticizes CAF Over Morocco AFCON 2025 Title Decision
Nigerian football icon Asisat Oshoala has publicly criticized CAF's decision to strip Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title and award it to Morocco, calling the ruling questionable and controversial.
Man Slams CAF Over Senegal-Morocco AFCON Verdict, Offers Solution
A young man has condemned CAF's decision to strip Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title and award it to Morocco, calling for a separate football association for sub-Saharan Africa, sparking online debate.
Morocco Awarded AFCON Title After Senegal Stripped by CAF
In a dramatic reversal, the CAF Appeals Board has stripped Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title and awarded it to Morocco, citing a forfeit ruling and reducing sanctions.
FIFA Agent Calls for Mandatory Consent Education for Nigerian Footballers
FIFA-licensed football agent Dr. Drew Uyi has called on Nigerian sports authorities to implement compulsory safeguarding and sexual consent awareness programmes for players before international competitions or transfers abroad.
Algerian Fan Supports Senegal After CAF Strips AFCON 2025 Title
An Algerian football fan has publicly supported Senegal after CAF stripped them of the 2025 AFCON title, awarding it to Morocco due to a walkout incident in the final.
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Galatasaray Coach Confident Ahead of UCL Liverpool Clash
Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has outlined his game plan for the UEFA Champions League second leg against Liverpool, with Victor Osimhen leading the Turkish side. The team holds a 1-0 aggregate advantage but faces a fan ban at Anfield.
CAF Strips Senegal of AFCON Title, Morocco Crowned Champions
The Confederation of African Football has controversially stripped Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title and awarded it to Morocco, sparking outrage and plans for appeal.
FIFA May Reject Iran's Request to Relocate World Cup Games
FIFA appears set to deny Iran's request to move its World Cup matches to Mexico due to security concerns, as tensions rise following U.S. and Israeli air strikes. The federation insists on adhering to the original schedule.
NFF Appeals FIFA's Rejection of DR Congo Player Eligibility Petition
The Nigeria Football Federation has initiated an appeal against FIFA's decision to dismiss its petition accusing DR Congo of fielding ineligible players in a World Cup playoff match.
Lagos 2026 Aquatics Trials to Scout Young Swimming Talents
Lagos State Sports Commission will hold its annual swimming trials on March 22, 2026, at Rowe Park Sports Complex, Yaba, aiming to identify athletes under 16 for national and international competitions.
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NSC Honors Retiring D'Tigress Captain Sarah Ogoke
The National Sports Commission has praised former D'Tigress captain Sarah Ogoke upon her retirement, highlighting her decade-long career, five Afrobasket titles, and role as an inspiration to women and girls.
Teams Arrive for 2026 Women's Cricket Tournament in Lagos
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Rwanda, and Nigeria are set to compete in the 2026 NCF T20 International Women's Invitational Tournament in Lagos, starting March 20, with arrivals today.
Senegal to Appeal CAF Decision on AFCON 2025 Title Loss
The Senegalese Football Federation has announced it will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after CAF stripped Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title, calling the decision unfair and unprecedented.
Arenyeka vs. Appah: WBO Title Fight as Niger Delta Peace Symbol
Ezra Arenyeka and Godday Appah will clash for the WBO cruiserweight title in Lagos on May 1, billed as a peace fight to ease Ijaw-Itsekiri tensions in the Niger Delta. The event features celebrity bouts and aims to promote unity through sport.
Moroccan FA Reacts to CAF AFCON 2025 Title Decision
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has acknowledged CAF's ruling that stripped Senegal of the AFCON 2025 title and awarded it to Morocco, pending further internal discussions.
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CAF Strips Senegal of AFCON 2025 Title, Awards to Morocco
The Confederation of African Football has controversially stripped Senegal of its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations championship, awarding the title to Morocco after an appeal.
PSG Beats Chelsea 8-2 to Reach Champions League Quarter-Finals
Paris Saint-Germain delivered a dominant 3-0 victory at Stamford Bridge, sealing an emphatic 8-2 aggregate win over Chelsea to advance to the Champions League quarter-finals.
Iwobi: Playing for Nigeria is a Tasking but Enjoyable Experience
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi opens up about the stark contrasts between representing Nigeria and England, highlighting logistical challenges and cultural connections in a candid podcast interview.
Bright Future Upsets Ajegunle United in U-14 League Derby
Bright Future Football Academy secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ajegunle United in the Nathaniel Idowu U-14 League, shaking up the standings. Meanwhile, Fortune Academy dominated with a 4-0 win, highlighting intense competition for top-four spots.
Nigeria Cricket President Confident Ahead of Women's T-20 Tournament
NCF President Uyi Akpata expresses confidence in Nigeria's women's cricket team as they prepare to host South Africa, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, and Ghana in a five-nation T-20 invitational tournament in Lagos.
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WADA May Ban US Officials from Olympics, World Cup
The World Anti-Doping Agency is proposing a rule to bar U.S. government officials, including President Trump, from attending the 2028 LA Olympics and 2026 World Cup, amid a funding dispute over doping cases.
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