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A distraught Eric Chelle admits costly errors as his Super Chickens crash out of CHAN 2024, conceding five goals without scoring.

Sudan boss Appiah ridicules Eric Chelle and staff post-CHAN win

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah says Nigeria’s CHAN 2024 team “is not bad” but needs “tactical improvement” following their 4-0 victory in...

Nigeria has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 African School Games after beating South Africa and Kenya in a competitive bidding process.

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African School Games: Nigeria beats SA, Kenya to hosting rights

Nigeria has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 African School Games the second edition of the continental competition. The announcement...

CAF unveils a striking new trophy for CHAN 2024 as East Africa prepares to host, with record prize money and group stage matchups confirmed.

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CAF unveils new CHAN trophy ahead of historic 2024 tournament

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled a redesigned trophy for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), ahead of what...

Super Falcons coach Madugu praised his side’s mental toughness after they overturned a 2 goal deficit to win Morocco in the WAFCON 2024

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Michelle Alozie named the “sexiest Nigerian female footballer” alive

Super Falcons star Michelle Alozie has been turning heads with her stunning photos and WAFCON medal. The 28-year-old Houston Dash star recently...

Morocco lodges official protest with CAF after VAR overturned a key penalty in the WAFCON 2024 final loss. A senior FRMF official speaks out.

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2024 WAFCON Final: What Moroccan official said after filing protest with CAF over VAR decision

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) have officially protested to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over a pivotal VAR-assisted decision during...

CAF to meet in Rabat to discuss $1B rights deal, WAFCON 2024, governance reforms & Nigeria's Samson Adamu as likely new General Secretary

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CAF unveils record-breaking prize package for CHAN 2024 in East Africa

CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe has announced a significant financial uplift for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), with the winner now...

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade calls for increased government support and investment in women’s football following WAFCON 2024 win.

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Super Falcons: President Tinubu to receive WAFCON champions as Abuja hosts victory parade and concert

Nigeria’s victorious Super Falcons are expected to receive a rapturous welcome this evening as they return home from Morocco following their Women’s...