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Chukwueze’s EPL Explosion Continues as Marco Silva Laments Losing Him to AFCON Duty

Samuel Chukwueze’s resurgent Premier League form has triggered debate after Fulham manager Marco Silva admitted he is “unhappy” about losing the winger to January’s Africa Cup of Nations. Chukwueze has rediscovered his explosiveness, scoring and assisting in consecutive games, but must now join Nigeria’s AFCON camp, leaving Silva frustrated ahead of a tight mid-season schedule.

“Complete Nonsense” Ibenge Dismisses Chelle Voodoo Claims in DR.Congo vs Nigeria

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Former DR Congo coach Florent Ibenge has dismissed claims that the Leopards used voodoo during their dramatic World Cup playoff win over Nigeria. Reacting to remarks by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, Ibenge said the allegation is “complete nonsense” and rooted in folklore, insisting he never witnessed any spiritual interference during his seven-year spell in Congolese football.

Troost-Ekong Retires Days Before AFCON, Shocks Super Eagles Fans Nationwide

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Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has shocked Nigeria by announcing his sudden retirement from international football just weeks before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The 32-year-old defender ended a decade-long national team career marked by 83 caps, tournament heroics and leadership at AFCON 2023, leaving Nigeria scrambling for defensive stability as injuries and uncertainty mount before Morocco 2025.

CAF Snubs Nigerian Referees for AFCON 2025 — NFF Admits Standards Gap

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The Confederation of African Football has again omitted Nigerian referees from the preparatory list for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Nigeria Referees Association admitted that no local official met CAF’s elite requirements, citing failed fitness and VAR certification tests, while the NFF pledged reforms to restore Nigeria’s lost credibility.

SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT -CAF × AGL: When Logistics Meets Legacy

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IDNN Business Weekly | April EditionSection: Strategic Brand Partnerships How Africa Global Logistics is Turning a Football Sponsorship into a Continental Business Statement By IDNN...

CAF and AGL Ink Landmark Logistics Deal for AFCON 2025 and WAFCON 2026

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CAF and Africa Global Logistics (AGL) have signed a renewed partnership agreement, making AGL the Official Logistics Partner for AFCON 2025 and WAFCON 2026, reflecting their shared commitment to unity, innovation, and sustainable development in African football.