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“This is A Final” – Coach Regragui Warns as Morocco Prepare Hostile AFCON 2025 Semi-Final vs Nigeria
Morocco head coach, Walid Regragui has branded his side’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash against Nigeria as “a final before its time”, as the Atlas Lions seek to reach the last stage of the competition on home soil. The highly anticipated semi-final will take place at 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 14, [...] The post “This is A Final” – Coach Regragui Warns as Morocco Prepare Hostile AFCON 2025 Semi-Final vs Nigeria appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons To Know Group Foes Thursday
Holders Nigeria’s Super Falcons will discover their group opponents at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday, Completesports.com reports. The draw ceremony will hold at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat. The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has expanded the biennial competition to 16 teams. The Super Falcons, hosts Morocco Algeria, [...] The post WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons To Know Group Foes Thursday appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025 Diary Day 27: Mourinho’s Verdict, Super Eagles’ Mental Test & AFCON Semi-Final Drama
Day 27 (Tuesday, 13 January, 2026) Super Eagles Fight The Odds Mourinho Tips Morocco As AFCON Favourites AS IF the odds facing Nigeria’s Super Eagles in their AFCON 2025 semi-final showdown with Morocco that I listed in my diary yesterday were not heavy enough, no less a global football personality than Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho [...] The post AFCON 2025 Diary Day 27: Mourinho’s Verdict, Super Eagles’ Mental Test & AFCON Semi-Final Drama appeared first on Complete Sports.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 52: Morocco vs Nigeria Preview
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face host nation Morocco in the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations tonight in what promises to be a blockbuster fixture. Nigeria have been one of the standout stories of the tournament, exceeding expectations after the disappointment of missing out on qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 52: Morocco vs Nigeria Preview appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Eric Chelle ‘Brave Heart’ Battle Cry Might End Morocco’s Invincibility
Epic movie buffs will remember Mel Gibson’s classic performance as William Wallace in the ‘Brave Heart’, his enthralling harangues before leading his men to battle, however, Eric Chelle is channeling his inner Wallace. It has been over 3 decades since the silver screen gifted us that hair raising speech in Wallace’s final battle, and now [...] The post Eric Chelle ‘Brave Heart’ Battle Cry Might End Morocco’s Invincibility appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: Thiaw Upbeat Senegal Will Beat Egypt To Final Spot
Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw is in confident mood ahead of his side’s semi-final encounter against the Pharaohs of Egypt. The two former champions will clash in Tangier on Wednesday (today). Senegal and Egypt have impressed in the competition so far, recording four wins, and one draw. Read Also:AFCON 2025: Egypt Mentally Ready For Senegal [...] The post AFCON 2025: Thiaw Upbeat Senegal Will Beat Egypt To Final Spot appeared first on Complete Sports.
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CAF Must Act Swiftly to Arrest Bad Reputation of Officiating at AFCON 2025
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations was such a vibe; the on-field and off-field action earned so much acclaim it raised the bar for CAF and future hosts. Players and teams were on a different level, but the biggest impact on the tournament like Arya Stark slaying the Whitewalker King in GOT, was the officiating. [...] The post CAF Must Act Swiftly to Arrest Bad Reputation of Officiating at AFCON 2025 appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: Egypt Mentally Ready For Senegal Clash — Hassan
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan says his team is mentally prepared for their semi-final clash with the Terangha Lions of Senegal. It will be a repeat of the AFCON 2021 final which Senegal won on penalties. Egypt, who are targeting a record-extending eighth title defeated defending champions Cote d’Ivoire 3-2 in the quarter-final. Senegal edged [...] The post AFCON 2025: Egypt Mentally Ready For Senegal Clash — Hassan appeared first on Complete Sports.
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JMG. Driving Progress Forward in Nigeria
At JMG, progress does not reset with the arrival of a new year. It moves forward, strengthens, and grows year after year. For decades, JMG has supported Nigeria’s power, infrastructure, and industrial development by delivering trusted mechanical and electrical solutions to businesses, institutions, and communities across the country. JMG is widely recognized as one of [...] The post JMG. Driving Progress Forward in Nigeria appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: The Family Meeting Reaches the Semi-Final
AFCON 2025 has entered its decisive stage. After the quarter-finals narrowed the field, four teams remain with realistic claims on the trophy and no room left for recovery. After the quarter-finals, the family meeting has moved fully into decision-making territory. Four teams remain. No safety nets. No explanations. Just execution. Nigeria are still standing, not [...] The post AFCON 2025: The Family Meeting Reaches the Semi-Final appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: We Just Want To Go Out There And Have Fun Against Morocco –Super Eagles Defender, Ogbu
Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has said they will go into today’s (Wednesday) semi-final clash with AFCON 2025 hosts Morocco to have fun. The Super Eagles will continue their quest for a fourth AFCON title when they take on Morocco inside the 69,500 capacity Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat. Both teams will go into the [...] The post AFCON 2025: We Just Want To Go Out There And Have Fun Against Morocco –Super Eagles Defender, Ogbu appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 Brilliance Attracts Adidas, Puma As Nike Deal Nears Expiry
Ahead of the expiration of the Nike kits sponsorship contract with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), renowned kit manufacturing giants Adidas and Puma have  made strong overtures for a kit sponsorship deal with the Federation, Completesports.com reports. Completesports.com gathered that the two European brands have been impressed by the Super Eagles’ scintillating performances at the [...] The post Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 Brilliance Attracts Adidas, Puma As Nike Deal Nears Expiry appeared first on Complete Sports.
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London Tourist Tax Could Generate £350m As Central Boroughs Push For Revenue Share
A proposed tourist tax on overnight stays in London could raise more than £350 million annually, according to new modelling shared with local authorities. The projections come after the Mayor of London was granted powers last year to introduce a levy on overnight visitors following years of lobbying central government. Analysis by Central London Forward, […] The post London Tourist Tax Could Generate £350m As Central Boroughs Push For Revenue Share appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Arbeloa: Success Is The Most Important Thing At Real Madrid
New Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has disclosed that his priority is to return the club to their winning ways. The 42-year-old former defender was appointed to replace Xabi Alonso on Monday after Real Madrid lost the Spanish Super Cup final against rivals Barcelona on Sunday. Speaking in a press conference ahead of today’s Copa [...] The post Arbeloa: Success Is The Most Important Thing At Real Madrid appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“We Are Not Playing an Average Team” – Sunday Oliseh Issues Tactical Warning To Super Eagles
Former Super Eagles captain, Sunday Oliseh has delivered a powerful and measured warning ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash against tournament hosts Morocco. Nigeria will face the Atlas Lions at 9:00 pm on Wednesday, January 14, 2025, with a place in the AFCON final at stake. Oliseh believes the margin [...] The post “We Are Not Playing an Average Team” – Sunday Oliseh Issues Tactical Warning To Super Eagles appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: “I Might Lose My Job If Super Eagles beats Morocco” – Coach Regragui
Walid Regragui did not mince words as he admitted his role as Morocco’s head coach could be on the line if his team fail to beat Nigeria and end the Atlas Lions’ 50-year AFCON title drought. Ahead of a crunch semifinal match against Nigeria in Rabat, Regragui said, in his pre-game presser that he welcomes [...] The post AFCON 2025: “I Might Lose My Job If Super Eagles beats Morocco” – Coach Regragui appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: Egypt Capable Of Overcoming Senegal –Trezeguet
Egypt midfielder Mahmoud Trezeguet says he’s confident the Pharoahs will overcome Senegal in today’s semi-final clash of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Both teams have achieved comparable results in the tournament, emerging victorious in four out of the five fixtures they have played. In an interview with Cafonline, Trezeguet stated that Egypt are prepared [...] The post AFCON 2025: Egypt Capable Of Overcoming Senegal –Trezeguet appeared first on Complete Sports.
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“Final Before the Final”: Everything to Know Ahead of Nigeria vs Morocco AFCON 2025 Semi-Final Blockbuster
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will lock horns with host nation Morocco in a mouth-watering Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash on Wednesday night at 9:00 PM, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Widely described as the “final before the final,” the encounter brings together two of the most complete and consistent teams [...] The post “Final Before the Final”: Everything to Know Ahead of Nigeria vs Morocco AFCON 2025 Semi-Final Blockbuster appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Everything to Know Ahead of Nigeria vs Morocco AFCON 2025 Semi-Final Blockbuster
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will lock horns with host nation Morocco in a mouth-watering Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash on Wednesday night at 9:00 PM, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Widely described as the “final before the final,” the encounter brings together two of the most complete and consistent teams [...] The post Everything to Know Ahead of Nigeria vs Morocco AFCON 2025 Semi-Final Blockbuster appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: We’ll Do Our Best To Beat Super Eagles — El Kajoui
Morocco goalkeeper Monir El Kajoui has declared the team ready for battle against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. The two giants of African football will clash at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat on Wednesday (today). This is Morocco’s first semi-final appearance in 22 years. The entertaining Super Eagles side are targeting a [...] The post AFCON 2025: We’ll Do Our Best To Beat Super Eagles — El Kajoui appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: CAF Confirms Ghanaian Referee for Nigeria vs Morocco Semi-Final
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed the officiating team for Wednesday’s heavyweight encounter., Nigeria vs Morocco AFCON 2025 semi-final fixture. Nigeria arrive in Rabat riding a wave of confidence after a dominant run through the tournament, while Morocco carry the weight of home expectation, a hostile crowd, and an unbroken record at the [...] The post AFCON 2025: CAF Confirms Ghanaian Referee for Nigeria vs Morocco Semi-Final appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: We Don’t Care About The Moroccan Home Crowd –Awaziem
Chidozie Awaziem has said the Super Eagles do not care about the home support the Atlas Lions of Morocco will enjoy in Wednesday’s AFCON 2025 semi-final. Hosts Morocco will face the Super Eagles in the second semi-final inside the Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat. The Atlas Lions have enjoyed massive support from the fans in [...] The post AFCON 2025: We Don’t Care About The Moroccan Home Crowd –Awaziem appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Man United Appoint Carrick As Interim Manager
Manchester United have officially appointed former Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick as replacement for Ruben Amorim. He will take the reins as an interim manager until the end of the season, marking his second stint in charge of the club he played 464 times for as a player. “Having the responsibility to lead Manchester United is [...] The post Man United Appoint Carrick As Interim Manager appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Valdano: Real Madrid Never Supported Alonso
Former Real Madrid GM Jorge Valdano has disclosed that Los Blancos never gave Xabi Alonso the needed support he deserved in the club. Recall that Real Madrid axed Xabi two days after losing the Super Cup final to Barca in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Reacting to the development, Valdano in a chat with Marca, stated that [...] The post Valdano: Real Madrid Never Supported Alonso appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Done Deal: Bundesliga Cub RB Leipzig Sign Flying Eagles Winger
RB Leipzig have announced the signing of Suleiman Sani from Slovakian First Division Club AS Trenčín. The 19-year-old winger signed a contract until June 30, 2031, and will wear the number 18 jersey. Managing director of sport Marcel Schäfer expressed delight with winger’s arrival at the club. “ With Suleman Sani, we have been able [...] The post Done Deal: Bundesliga Cub RB Leipzig Sign Flying Eagles Winger appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: “We Believe We’re Ready” – Super Eagles Targets Total Dominance Against Morocco
As Nigeria prepare for a blockbuster Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash against host nation Morocco, key Super Eagles stars have spoken with confidence, clarity and conviction following their emphatic 2–0 quarter-final victory over Algeria. From defensive steel to tactical discipline and unshakable belief, Semi Ajayi, Bright Osayi-Samuel and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru each offered [...] The post AFCON 2025: “We Believe We’re Ready” – Super Eagles Targets Total Dominance Against Morocco appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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EXCLUSIVE – AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Not Under Pressure, Morocco Are — Andrew Uwe
Andrew Uwe, a former Nigeria defender, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the Atlas Lions of Morocco would be under greater pressure during Wednesday’s AFCON 2025 semi-final clash with Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The match is slated for the 69,500-capacity Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, with the first semi-final confrontation between the Teranga Lions of Senegal [...] The post EXCLUSIVE – AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Not Under Pressure, Morocco Are — Andrew Uwe appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: Regragui Anticipates Difficult Super Eagles Test
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui is anticipating a difficult test against the Super Eagles of Nigeria, reports Completesports.com. The two teams are unbeaten in the competition, with Nigeria managing five wins from five games. Morocco have recorded four wins and one draw from five games. The Super Eagles earned plaudits for their dominant performance in [...] The post AFCON 2025: Regragui Anticipates Difficult Super Eagles Test appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: “We’re Ready to Go to War” – Find Out What Alex Iwobi Said As Nigeria Prepares to Face Morocco
Ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final fixture against hosts Morocco on Wednesday evening, Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi delivered a wide-ranging and deeply revealing press conference. Speaking alongside head coach Eric Chelle, the Fulham star addressed everything from Nigeria’s mindset, team unity, travel fatigue and injuries, to his personal form, criticism, [...] The post AFCON 2025: “We’re Ready to Go to War” – Find Out What Alex Iwobi Said As Nigeria Prepares to Face Morocco appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Milwaukee Bucks Vs Charlotte Hornets Match Player Stats And Timeline (2026)
The Milwaukee Bucks and Charlotte Hornets may not share the same historical spotlight as some NBA rivalries, but their meetings over the years reflect shifting fortunes, evolving team identities, and standout individual performances. From expansion-era matchups to modern contests shaped by superstar influence, Bucks vs Hornets games provide a useful snapshot of how both franchises […] The post Milwaukee Bucks Vs Charlotte Hornets Match Player Stats And Timeline (2026) appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Pamodzi Warns Over Ambush Marketing of MTN Nigeria Super Eagles Sponsorship Rights
Airtel Nigeria has been warned by Pamodzi Sports Marketing Company, the marketing partner of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), to stop ambushing the sponsorship rights that belong to MTN Nigeria. MTN Nigeria is the exclusive official communications partner and sponsor of the NFF and all of Nigeria’s national football teams. This deal gives MTN the [...] The post Pamodzi Warns Over Ambush Marketing of MTN Nigeria Super Eagles Sponsorship Rights appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Timberwolves Vs Lakers Match Player Stats And Timeline Over The Years
The Timberwolves Vs Lakers match player stats and timeline provide key insights into how this fixture has often played out. The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Los Angeles Lakers represent two very different strands of NBA history, yet their meetings have consistently produced compelling narratives, standout individual performances, and shifts in competitive balance across eras. While […] The post Timberwolves Vs Lakers Match Player Stats And Timeline Over The Years appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Must Brace For ‘12th Man’ Test Against Morocco — Yusuf
Former Secretary General of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Dr Tijani Yusuf, has urged the Super Eagles to prepare for the game of their lives when they confront host nation Morocco in the semi-finals of the AFCON 2025 on Wednesday in Rabat, Completesports.com reports. Super Eagles Face Hostile Host Advantage In Rabat “Playing against host [...] The post AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Must Brace For ‘12th Man’ Test Against Morocco — Yusuf appeared first on Complete Sports.
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AFCON 2025: Everything Eric Chelle Said Ahead of Super Eagles Semi-Final vs Morocco
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has struck a calm, confident and deeply emotional note ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final showdown against hosts Morocco, scheduled for Wednesday evening at 9pm. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Chelle began by indicating the scale of the occasion while acknowledging both Nigeria’s momentum [...] The post AFCON 2025: Everything Eric Chelle Said Ahead of Super Eagles Semi-Final vs Morocco appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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AFCON 2025: Why We’ve Been Impressive In Morocco –Iwobi
Alex Iwobi has revealed why the Super Eagles have been impressive at this year’s AFCON after disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. “For me I feel it is the family environment we have created, the brotherhood within the team,” Iwobi said in Tuesday’s press conference ahead of the Super Eagles’ semi-final clash with Morocco. [...] The post AFCON 2025: Why We’ve Been Impressive In Morocco –Iwobi appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Campbell: Amorim May Replace Frank At Spurs
Arsenal legend Sol Campbell believes former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim may replace Thomas Frank as Tottenham manager. He made this known after Spurs lost 2-1 to Aston Villa in the FA Cup third-round at the weekend. Speaking to Sky Bet, Campbell believes that the Tottenham board are already looking for a replacement and will [...] The post Campbell: Amorim May Replace Frank At Spurs appeared first on Complete Sports.
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