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AFCON 2025: Qualified Teams, Fixtures and What to Know About the Round of 16 The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)  in Morocco is steadily building excitement as the tournament moves into its knockout phase. With the group stage concluded, attention now turns to the Round of 16 , where Africa’s top footballing nations will battle for a place in the quarter-finals. Below are the key details you need to know, including the qualified countries , fixtures , and kick-off times  f

Crystal Palace Agree £35m Deal for Brennan Johnson in Early January Statement Crystal Palace have reportedly completed the first major signing of the January 2026 Premier League transfer window, moving swiftly to secure Welsh winger Brennan Johnson  from Tottenham Hotspur. The Eagles have reached a £35 million agreement  with Spurs following extensive club-to-club negotiations. The deal is now awaiting Johnson’s final approval, with Palace confident of completing the transfer

Rúben Amorim Provides Update on Bruno Fernandes’ Injury Situation Manchester United head coach Rúben Amorim has offered an update on the fitness of club captain Bruno Fernandes as the midfielder continues his recovery from a muscle-related injury. Fernandes, a key figure in United’s campaign this season, was recently forced out of action after picking up the issue. Speaking to the media, Amorim confirmed that the injury is not considered long-term but emphasized that the club

Eric Chelle Explains Why Stanley Nwabali Could Miss Nigeria vs Uganda AFCON 2025 Clash Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has revealed why first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali may be absent when Nigeria faces Uganda in their final Group C fixture of the AFCON 2025 tournament. Speaking during his latest pre-match press conference, Chelle confirmed that Nwabali is currently managing minor knee and ankle issues sustained during Nigeria’s recent victory over Tunisia. The upda

AFCON 2025: Top Goal Scorers and Assist Providers as Group Stage Nears Its End As the AFCON 2025 group stage heads into its final round of fixtures, the tournament is already delivering thrilling attacking performances. Goals and assists remain the ultimate measures of attacking excellence, and several players have stepped up to lead their nations with decisive contributions. From clinical finishers lighting up the scorelines to creative playmakers dictating the tempo of matc

Maurizio Sarri Undergoes Successful Heart Surgery, Set for Recovery Former Chelsea manager and current Lazio head coach, Maurizio Sarri, has successfully undergone heart surgery after being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, a medical condition that causes an irregular heartbeat. The 66-year-old Italian tactician was advised to undergo thorough medical examinations after experiencing symptoms associated with the condition. Lazio later confirmed that the procedure was success

Anthony Joshua Survives Fatal Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Crash: What We Know So Far British-Nigerian boxing superstar Anthony Joshua  has survived a horrific road traffic accident in Nigeria that tragically claimed the lives of two people. The crash occurred on Monday, 29 December 2025 , along the notoriously dangerous Lagos-Ibadan Expressway , casting a sombre mood over what had been a celebratory festive period for the former heavyweight champion. The incident happened just da

FIFA Set to Revamp Offside Rule: A Game-Changer for Attackers The world of football could be on the brink of a major transformation as FIFA prepares to introduce a significant change to the offside rule one that could dramatically reshape attacking play. The proposal, strongly championed by FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development, Arsène Wenger, aims to make the game fairer, more exciting, and less controversial by reducing marginal offside calls. Under the proposed law,

Lagos, Nigeria – December 26, 2025 – As the year wraps up, The Kazez, Lagos-built twin duo Taiwo and Kehinde Kassim, are being rediscovered not just as artists, but as architects of some of the most resonant Afrobeat and Afro-fusion records fans returned to all year. From chart-shaping collaborations to their own releases, The Kazez’ sound has quietly lived across playlists, albums, and repeat listens. At the centre of this rediscovery is their acclaimed work as producers an

Adekunle Gold Sets Historic Record Ahead of December 2025 Orchestral Concert Award-winning Nigerian singer and performer Adekunle Gold  has etched his name into the country’s music history ahead of his highly anticipated headline concert scheduled for December 26, 2025 . The acclaimed artist has become the first and only Nigerian musician to sell out and headline a concert in the main bowl hall of the Wole Soyinka Centre of Culture and Creative Arts , formerly known as the Na

AFCON 2025 Round of 16: Qualified Teams, Fixtures, and Key Talking Points The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco is steadily building momentum as the group stages near completion. Attention is now turning to the Round of 16 , where the competition intensifies and the margin for error disappears. Below are the qualified teams so far , the confirmed Round of 16 fixtures , and key storylines to watch  as the knockout phase approaches. AFCON 2025 Round of 16 Qualified

Adekunle Gold and Simi Expect Second Child in Heartwarming Music Video Reveal Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold and his wife, award-winning music star Simi, have joyfully announced that they are expecting their second child. The couple shared the news through a touching reveal in Adekunle Gold’s latest music video, My Love Is The Same. The video, released on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, accompanies the sixth track on Adekunle Gold’s sixth studio album, Fuji. Deeply personal in b

Toye Jay (Akiika) Returns in Style with New Album Somori of Lagos Nigerian rapper and Afro-fusion sensation Toye Jay (Akiika) has made a powerful return to the music scene with his highly anticipated album, Somori of Lagos. The project marks a defining moment in his artistic journey, blending raw street energy with refined musical depth. The album features soulful R&B vocalist Kibar and Lagos-based singer Adunni Akiwe, while production is handled by a lineup of top-tier produ

AFCON 2025: Full Breakdown of the Confirmed Prize Money The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially confirmed the prize money structure for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, scheduled to take place in December 2025. The announcement follows an Executive Committee (ExCo) decision taken on 18 November 2023, providing clarity on the financial rewards awaiting participating nations. AFCON 2025 will feature 24 national teams, with a total prize p

Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea Future in Doubt Amid Manchester City Links The future of Enzo Maresca at Chelsea Football Club is beginning to attract serious speculation, with growing reports linking the Italian coach to a potential future role at Manchester City. While nothing is imminent, the emerging narrative suggests that Maresca’s rising reputation has placed him firmly on the radar of Europe’s elite clubs. Maresca, who has steadied the ship at Chelsea over the past two seasons

AFCON 2025: Five Key Things to Know Ahead of Africa’s Biggest Football Showpiece The Africa Cup of Nations returns in grand style as AFCON 2025 promises excitement, drama, and top-level football across the continent. Set to bring together Africa’s finest national teams, the tournament is already generating huge anticipation among fans and pundits alike. As the countdown continues, here are five key things you need to know ahead of the much-awaited competition. 1. Morocco Take

US Announces Partial Travel Ban on Nigerian Passport Holders, Effective January 2026 The United States government has announced a partial travel ban on Nigerian passport holders , suspending entry under several major visa categories and tightening immigration procedures for Nigerians seeking to travel to the US. The restrictions were announced on December 16, 2025 , through a proclamation issued by the White House, placing Nigeria among a group of countries facing enhanced en

Dapper Live Announces “Trench Symphony” Afrobeats and Fuji’s Largest Orchestra Experience This December Dapper Live, a subsidiary of the Dapper Group renowned for delivering premium live music experiences across Nigeria, has officially announced the return of its groundbreaking Detty December concert, Trench Symphony . The highly anticipated event is set to take place on December 16, 2025 , from 8:00 pm WAT , at the Balmoral Eko Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos . No

Here’s How Much Tickets Cost for Davido’s Highly Anticipated Lagos Concert on December 25, 2025 Music lovers planning to attend Davido’s highly anticipated Lagos concert  this December will need to set aside ₦250,000  for a ticket, according to organisers of Flytime Fest 2025 . The concert is scheduled to take place on Thursday, December 25, 2025 , at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos , with gates opening at 7:00 pm WAT . As one of the headline performances at Flyti