NIGERIA

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Afcon concerns cost Victor Osimhen Man Utd move, reveals Benni McCarthy

Victor Osimhen was once the leading striker target for Manchester United - but fears over the Africa Cup of Nations ultimately ended the club's interest.

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Tolu Arokodare calls for action after racial abuse in Wolves defeat

Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare has spoken out against racial abuse he received following his missed penalty in Wolves' 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace on Sunday.

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Alex Iwobi's importance to Fulham underlined again as Marco Silva admits rest is "impossible"

Nigerian star Alex Iwobi continues to underline his immense value to Fulham after delivering yet another tireless display in the FA Cup.

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Nigeria defeat Egypt on penalties to clinch AFCON 2025 bronze medal

Nigeria secured third place at the Africa Cup of Nations with a 4-2 victory over Egypt on penalties after a goalless draw in regulation time at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca.

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Victor Osimhen finds perspective in AFCON semifinal defeat

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has spoken of the deep disappointment in the dressing room following their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations falling short at the semifinal stage.

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Morocco edge Nigeria on penalties to reach long-awaited AFCON final

Morocco moved to within one game of ending their long Africa Cup of Nations title drought after defeating Nigeria 4-2 on penalties following a tense, goalless semi-final in Rabat on Wednesday night.

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