Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou emerged the hero as hosts Morocco booked their place in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the first time in 21 years, edging Nigeria 4-2 on penalties after a goalless semi-final in Rabat on Wednesday night.
Nigeria struck at exactly the right moment. Against a resilient Algeria side, the Super Eagles showcased their power and efficiency to secure a 2–0 victory and book their place in the semi-finals of AFCON 2025.
Nigeria confirmed their place at the top of Group C of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with an emphatic 3-1 victory over Uganda in their final group match played on Tuesday at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Fès, officially ending Uganda’s campaign in the competition.
Nigeria began their quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) title with a hard-fought victory over Tanzania in wet conditions in Fes.
Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has left the Foxes for Turkish club Besiktas on a permanent deal.
Nigeria international Maduka Okoye has been handed a two-month from football over involvement in betting scandal.
