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Osimhen participates in the first training session with Galatasaray after the AFCON 2025 qualifiers

Victor Osimhen, a striker for the Super Eagles, participated in his first Galatasaray training since joining the team. Before departing for his foreign assignment in Nigeria, Osimhen hardly had time to complete the transfer and land in Istanbul. The 25-year-old played in two of the Eagles' 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches as a substitute. Nigeria defeated Benin Republic 3-0 thanks to a goal by Osimhen, who entered the game off the bench. But after forty-five minutes, he missed all of his shots, and the three-time African champions were held to a scoreless tie in Rwanda. Osimhen was seen warming up and practicing drills with his new teammates at Galatasaray on Thursday. Whether he will play at all when the Turkish champions meet Rizespor this Saturday is still up in the air. Read the full article

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AFCON 2025 Qualifier: Benin Coach, Gernot Rohr Announces Squad for Super Eagles Clash http://dlvr.it/TCX3SP

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Taifa stars yapangwa kundi H Afcon qualifications

Timu ya Taifa ya Tanzania *(TAIFA STARS)* Imepangwa kundi H kufuzu kombe la mataifa ya Afrika (AFCON2025) Itakayofanyika nchini Morocco. Munekano wa Kundi hilo ni kama ifuatayo : DR Congo 🇨🇩Guinea 🇬🇳Tanzania 🇹🇿 Ethiopia 🇪🇹

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Super Eagles prepare for Rwanda in the AFCON 2025 qualifier

Although Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong anticipates a challenging matchup with Rwanda, he is confident his squad will prevail. On Tuesday, the three-time African will face the Amavubi at Kigali's Amahoro Stadium. Troost-Ekong, who arrived in Rwanda for the first time, is excited about the country's strong team and their current top spot in the World Cup qualifiers. He believes the team is ready and highly motivated, and hopes the fans will see a good match tomorrow. He added, “We came here with an objective, which is to win the game.” “We are very happy to have coach Augustine Eguavoen back with us, also at this important time. “We are one big family, we are missing a few guys, who are regulars on the team. It’s a full house, we are ready for whatever Rwanda will throw at us.” Troost-Ekong, a defender, expressed his motivation to win the upcoming game against Rwanda, stating that the match will be tough, as it will be a game away from home and in front of their fans. He compared the game against Benin Republic to a "big challenge" and emphasized the importance of winning every game. Read the full article

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Lookman responds to the Super Eagles' victory over Benin Republic in the AFCON 2025 qualifying

Ademola Lookman has reminisced about Nigeria's thrilling victory over the Cheetahs in the Benin Republic. Lookman was a standout as the Super Eagles defeated their neighbor 3-0 at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. Atalanta winger scored Nigeria's first and third goals in a match, earning him the title of Man of the Match, and Lookman celebrated the team's success on social media. “Take off ⚽️ ⚽️ ✔️” he wrote on X. The Super Eagles will now focus on their away game against the Rwandan Amavubi on Tuesday. Read the full article

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AFCON 2025 qualifier: In Uyo, the Super Eagles excel against the Cheetahs

Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in Uyo for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. The game began with an easy start, with Ademola Lookman missing an opportunity to score. Wilfred Ndidi's goal was saved by Atalanta winger, but Saturnin Alagbe's stop in the half-hour mark prevented Samuel Chukwueze from scoring. Goalie Stanley Nwabali had to be alert to stop a free-kick by Steve Mounie five minutes before halftime. Nigeria took the lead in the first half with a goal from Lookman. Nigeria had a chance in the second half but missed it. Benin Republic gained momentum with Mounie probing Nwabali from inside the box. Nigeria's Victor Osimhen scored the second goal, followed by Wilfred Ndidi setting up Lookman for his second goal in the 82nd minute. The Super Eagles' next match is scheduled for Tuesday against Rwanda at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. Read the full article

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Eguavoen is optimistic about the Super Eagles' potential for a positive start at AFCON 2025

Augustine Eguavoen, the Super Eagles' interim coach, has pledged to start their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign well, with their home opener against Benin Republic's Cheetahs scheduled for Saturday at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Eguavoen stated that the Super Eagles would make every effort to defeat the Cheetahs. He said to thenff.com. “Our objective is clear: to pick the six points in both matches. The players know this and are committed to accomplishing this. The matches will not be easy; no qualifying game can be taken for granted because all the teams want to play in the finals. However, we have spoken to the players and all of us are on the same page.”   “Starting with the match against Benin Republic on Saturday, nobody is mentioning anything about revenge. Our goal is three points, and then we aim for another three points in Kigali on Tuesday that will put us in good stead for qualification.” Read the full article