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AFCON: Super Eagles players lack two things to win trophy – Garba Lawal

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Former Nigeria international Garba Lawal has expressed concerns that the current Super Eagles squad lacks the necessary “character and spirit” to win the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Morocco.

The 2025 AFCON commences today, Sunday, with the Super Eagles set to face Tanzania in their opening match on Tuesday in Group C.

“I participated in the AFCON 4 times between 2000 and 2006,” Lawal told Filgoal.

“I was not lucky enough to win the AFCON trophy, but I did win the silver and bronze medals.

“In Nigeria, we’re disappointed not to have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and we feel that the players don’t have the character and spirit to win the AFCON even though they’re a special generation.”

Meanwhile, Nigeria finished runner-up in the last edition of the AFCON, after losing to Ivory Coast in the final.

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Davido and French Montana perform in the rain during the AFCON 2025 opening ceremony

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At the free OLM Souissi Fan Zone, Afrobeats superstar Davido took the spotlight, performing alongside French Montana, Douaa Lahyaoui, and Lartiste, delivering an electrifying fusion of music and football excitement in anticipation of AFCON Morocco 2025.

Fans sang along to hits like ‘Fall,’ ‘With You,’ and ‘Unavailable,’ creating an energetic atmosphere that set the tone for the tournament running through January.

Davido’s performance continues his tradition of thrilling shows at major football events, with fans eagerly anticipating his role in the official opening ceremony.

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Daga faces sexual assault charge in Norway

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Former Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has been suspended by his Norwegian club, Molde FK, as he faces a police probe over an alleged sexual assault, Ekwutosblog Sports Extra reports.

The club confirmed the development in an official statement on Friday, noting that the alleged incident was first reported to the police in late April 2025. Daga has been formally charged with committing a sexual act without consent, an offence under Section 297 of the Norwegian Penal Code.

Legal proceedings are expected to take place in March 2026 at the Nordmøre and Romsdal District Court.

Molde FK stated that both the player and the club have cooperated fully with Norwegian police throughout the investigation.

The development was also confirmed by a source at the player’s former club in Nigeria.

Before his suspension, Daga last featured for Molde on November 24 in a 2-1 away win against Strømsgodset.

Following notification of the indictment, the midfielder has been barred from all training sessions and match activities for the foreseeable future.

He has played 15 games for the club this year across all competitions, scoring two league goals.

Daga completed his move to the Norwegian Eliteserien side from FC ONE Rocket in January, signing a three-year contract.

In October, he featured for Nigeria at the FIFA U-20 World Cup for the second time, where the Flying Eagles were knocked out 4-0 by Argentina in the round of 16.

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Lookman Should Not Play Super Eagles Game… His Presence Could Hinder Progress – Primate Prophecy

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Ahead of Super Eagles first 2025 AFCON game, Primate Ayodele has revealed a Prophecy.

According to the spiritual leader, playing Ademola Lookman and allowing Osimhen to play full time could hinder the team’s success.

“Oshimen should not play 90 minutes; Lookman is not meant to play, as he won’t help them,”

 

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