Disciplinary action looms for players, officials and journalists, organisers warn The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an investigation and warned of possible disciplinary action for “unacceptable behaviour of players and officials” as they clashed on the pitch on Saturday at the end of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarterfinal between Algeria and Nigeria. “CAF has referred the matters to the disciplinary board for investigation and has called for appropriate action to be taken if the identified persons were to be found guilty of any wrongdoing,” said African football’s governing body in a statement on Monday. Tensions flared on the pitch at the final whistle of the January 10 match in Marrakesh, Morocco, which Nigeria won 2–0 through second-half goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams. Referee Issa Sy was shielded from angry Algerian team officials and escorted off the field. Video footage later showed Sy being pursued into the mixed zone reserved for media and broadcasters as he headed toward his cabin. Any disciplinary measures could affect the Super Eagles as they prepare for Wednesday’s semifinal clash against Morocco. “CAF strongly condemns… Clashes at Nigeria and Morocco matches spark AFCON 2025 investigation

Group-stage statistics from the 2025 AFCON show Nigeria’s Super Eagles setting the attacking benchmark through superior firepower, possession and efficiency in Morocco. The group stage of the 2025 AFCON delivered a clear message: attacking ambition, ball control and efficiency defined progress in Morocco. The 36 group-stage matches produced 87 goals at an average of 2.42 per game, highlighting a tournament contested with purpose and urgency from start to finish. At the top of the scoring charts, Morocco’s Ayoub El Kaabi, Brahim Díaz and Algeria’s Riyad Mahrez finished level with three goals apiece after the group phase. El Kaabi’s ruthless finishing drove Morocco’s smooth qualification, Díaz blended creativity with accuracy, while Mahrez’s calm leadership inspired Algeria’s flawless group campaign. Beyond individual brilliance, Nigeria emerged as the competition’s most dangerous attacking side during the group stage. The Super Eagles scored eight goals, the tournament’s highest, from 21 shots, with 10 on target, underlining a balance between volume, precision and ruthless execution. With an average possession of 66 per cent the highest at the group stage Nigeria consistently controlled territory and applied pressure. That dominance translated into a… “AFCON 2025: Super Eagles set group stage ablaze as stats expose attacking might”

Manchester City has released its annual report, shedding light on the potential outcome following a hearing into 115 charges brought by the Premier League. The club stands accused of allegedly violating financial rules over a nine-year span from 2009 to 2018. An independent hearing was held a year ago, but alongside Liverpool and the rest of the Premier League, the club is still awaiting the verdict. The commission has yet to publicly announce its decision on the alleged breaches, which City vehemently denies. The decision has been imminent for quite some time, there’s not a lot that they can do. It doesn’t take that long.” However, according to the Manchester Evening News, City’s annual report states that the independent commission is still ‘reviewing the matter’. The annual report from City reads: “In response to the charges, the Club issued a public statement that it welcomes the review of this matter by an independent Commission, to impartially consider the comprehensive body of irrefutable evidence that exists in support of its position. “As at the date of publishing these financial statements, the independent Commission is still in the process of reviewing… “Man City Responds to 115-Charge Case as Liverpool Awaits Verdict.”

Fernandes has confirmed he was close to moving to Saudi Arabia during the summer, claiming that United wanted him to leave but talks with his family and head coach Ruben Amorim saw him stay put. Al-Hilal were understood to be willing to pay £100million for Fernandes, offering the midfielder wages of up to £700,000 a week, but resisted the move despite pressure from above which left him “hurt”. Bruno Fernandes’ time at Old Trafford appears set to end sooner rather than later, with the midfielder entering the final 18 months of his Manchester United contract in January. He has already revealed three dream destinations—none of which include Saudi Arabia. “I would like to experience the Spanish league and fight for big titles in Italy,” Fernandes told Canal 11. “I have many connections to Italy… my daughter was born there. “I’ve also thought about returning to Portugal… the first option would be Sporting. To be happy, like it was with Sporting. But I don’t want to ruin the image that was left.” “But I don’t want to drag myself there, I want to add to it. And even try district… “Bruno Fernandes Names Three Ideal Destinations If He Leaves Manchester United.”

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle may have to adjust his midfield options for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a series of injury setbacks, according to Soccernet.ng. The Franco-Malian manager released his provisional squad list earlier this week, featuring several fresh additions. Among the newcomers is Pisa midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro. The 21-year-old has stood out in Serie A this season, becoming an important figure for the newly promoted side. The Inter Milan loanee was even expected to make Nigeria’s team for the last international break, but a shoulder injury ruled him out of contention. He was supposed to spend around 4-6 weeks on the sidelines. Last week, it was revealed that he would be back in action for Pisa’s game against Parma at Arena Garibaldi on Monday. ​But fresh reports from Parma Live indicate that Akinsanmiro is yet to reach full fitness. As of Thursday, the Inter Milan loanee was still training individually, away from the rest of the squad. ​This means that he has not been passed fit yet and would definitely have to undergo a late fitness test before he can play against Parma on Monday.… “AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle Worried as Serie A Star Remains Unfit for Action.”

Nigerian football legend Precious Dede has been named the new Women’s Football Development Manager for WAFU-B, Vibeslyfe reports. Her appointment — first revealed by journalist Ademola Victor — marks a major boost for West Africa’s push to elevate women’s football across the region. The former Super Falcons goalkeeper, one of Africa’s most celebrated shot-stoppers, is set to assume her duties immediately. Her arrival could serve as a strategic move to accelerate growth across technical development, grassroots pathways, and coaching standards in a region long regarded as a powerhouse of emerging talent. Dede Time: Nigerian legend steps into a new era of leadership Dede, who earned 99 caps for Nigeria and captained the Super Falcons, brings nearly two decades of elite international and club experience to the role. She featured in four FIFA Women’s World Cup tournaments and represented Nigeria at three Olympic Games. Her medal haul includes two African Women’s Championship titles in 2010 and 2014 and several club honours. After a successful club career that took her from Delta Queens and Ibom Queens to a spell with Arna-Bjørnar in Norway, Dede retired from professional… Two-Time African Champion, 99-Cap Super Eagles Star Lands Top WAFU-B Management Role

A transfer tussle is expected in January as Antoine Semenyo’s £65 million release clause kicks in, with several Premier League sides poised to make a move. Sky Sports reveals that the clause, valued at £60 million plus £5 million in add-ons, is part of the forward’s five-year Bournemouth contract. Premier League clubs are expected to compete for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo when his £65 million release clause becomes active in January. Sky Sports reports that the clause, which includes £60 million plus £5 million in add-ons, was included in the five-year contract Semenyo signed with the Cherries during the summer. However, it is only valid until a specified date in the winter transfer window. Several clubs had already expressed interest in the Ghanaian international before he chose to remain at Bournemouth. Next year, top teams including Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Tottenham are likely to make formal approaches for his signature. Semenyo, 25, has scored six Premier League goals so far this season. Under the terms of his transfer from Bristol City in January 2023, the Championship club is entitled to 20 percent of any profit made on the… Arsenal, Liverpool Lead Race for Antoine Semenyo as £65m Clause Looms

Prolific Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is set to play a decisive role when the Super Eagles face the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday, as both teams battle for survival in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Rabat. Whoever wins the African play-offs final will book a spot in a six-nation intercontinental tournament in Mexico this March, featuring teams from every football region except Europe. The losing side, however, will crash out of the race to join the record 48 teams heading to the World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Nigeria and DR Congo earned this second chance after finishing as the best runners-up across the nine African qualifying groups. In the semi-finals on Thursday, Galatasaray striker Osimhen scored twice in extra time as Nigeria defeated Gabon 4-1, while Chancel Mbemba netted late to give DR Congo a 1-0 victory over Cameroon. Osimhen, the 2023 African Player of the Year, scored a hat-trick last month in a 4-0 win over Benin that enabled Nigeria to squeeze into the play-offs. The 26-year-old, who still wears a protective mask after… Osimhen Fires Up Super Eagles’ Do-or-Die World Cup Mission

he Super Eagles star was one of the best players on the pitch against Gabon…. Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is ineligible to play for Nigeria in their upcoming game against DR Congo on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports. Ndidi was one of Nigeria’s best players in their 4-1 bashing of Gabon in the semifinals of the CAF World Cup playoffs. He ran the midfield with aplomb and even got the beautiful assist for Chidera Ejuke’s goal, which gave the Super Eagles the upper hand in extra time. It was clearly Ndidi’s best game for Nigeria in a while, and his performance earned him a 7.5 rating from Soccernet.ng. The only chink in his armor was the yellow card he conceded in the 6th minute. And it was from a tactical foul. Kudos to him though, because Nigeria could have conceded from that situation. Why Is Wilfred Ineligible For The Game Against DR Congo? Unfortunately for him, that yellow card means that he will have to sit out the game against DR Congo in the final of the CAF World Cup playoffs on Sunday. According to the rules of the World Cup… “Shock for Super Eagles: Star Player Rated 7.5 Against Gabon to Miss DR Congo Clash”

Star African strikers Victor Osimhen of Nigeria and Bryan Mbeumo of Cameroon want to grace the 2026 World Cup tournament, but only one of them can succeed. Nigeria face Gabon and Cameroon meet the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday in Rabat in the semi-finals of an African play-offs series for the global showpiece. The winners clash on Sunday, also in the Moroccan capital, with a place in inter-continental play-offs next March on the line. Whoever represents Africa will be joined by two teams from Central America/Caribbean region plus Bolivia, New Caledonia and Iraq or UAE with two World Cup slots up for grabs. Nigeria are firm favourites and Cameroon slight favourites to reach the final, and continue the fight to be among the 48 qualifiers for an expanded World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. When a 10-round African qualifying competition ended last month, Algeria, Cape Verde, Egypt, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa and Tunisia secured qualification as group winners. Now, the four best runners-up get a second chance, and Osimhen and Mbeumo could play key roles in deciding which… Osimhen, Mbeumo tipped to be decisive players in African World Cup play-offs

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Story Highlights : Norway take control of Group I with 18 points — six clear of Italy, who kept their qualification hopes alive with a 3–1 win over Estonia in Tallinn. Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick to pass 50 international goals in record time as Norway cruised to a 5-0 thrashing of Israel on Saturday, edging closer to qualifying for a first World Cup finals since 1998. Before the match in Oslo, hundreds of people attended a pro-Palestinian demonstration, chanting “Free Palestine” to protest against Israel’s “genocide” in Gaza, AFP journalists reported. Norwegian police dispersed a gathering of pro-Palestinian activists with tear gas and made several arrests. Inside the Ullevaal Stadium, several dozen Israeli fans waved their country’s flag and a banner reading “Let the Ball Talk!”. Norway now lead Group I with 18 points, six more than second-placed Italy, who beat Estonia 3-1 in Tallinn to stay on track for qualification.