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CAF Fixes Final AFCON Qualifier Against Rwanda for November 18

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria will conclude their AFCON 2025 qualification journey on November 18 in a high-stakes clash against Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed the date as Nigeria seeks to secure its spot at the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, set for December 2025 to January 2026.
In a statement released Tuesday, Ademola Olajire, Communications Director for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), announced that Moroccan referee Samir Guezzaz and his team will officiate the 5 p.m. fixture.
With qualification within reach, fans are eagerly anticipating a spirited performance from the Super Eagles in this final Group D showdown.
The countdown to AFCON 2025 has begun, with Nigeria ready to clinch a coveted place in Africa’s most prestigious football tournament.

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AFCON 2025Q: Rohr Unveils Squad For Super Eagles’ Clash

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Head Coach, Cheetahs of Benin Republic, Gernot Rohr has unveiled a 24-man list for his side’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Nigeria and Libya.

Rohr kept faith with majority of the regulars in the team.

Goalkeeper, Saturnin Allagbe, Olivier Verdon, and Junior Olaitan are some of the players named in the squad by the German.

Other top stars called up by the former Gabon coach are; captain Steve Mounie, Jodel Dossou and Aiyegun Tosin.

The Cheetahs will host the Super Eagles at the Felix Houphet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan on Thursday, November 14.

They will round up their qualifying campaign with an away fixture against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya four days later.

The West Africans currently occupy second position on the Group D table with six points from four games.

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Europa League: Osimhen Reflects On Galatasaray’s Win Over Tottenham

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Victor Osimhen says Galatasaray will keep fighting on the pitch following Thursday night’s hard-earned victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Okan Buruk’s side defeated the Premier League club 3-2 at the RAMS Park.

Osimhen bagged a brace with Yunus Akgun scoring the other goal.

The Nigeria international has now scored six goals and provided four assists in eight appearances for the Turkish Super Lig champions.

“Tottenham was a very difficult opponent. We made our preparations accordingly. I want to congratulate my team. I would also like to thank our fans who supported us from the first moment to the last,” Osimhen.

” Of course, the two goals were important for me. On the other hand, I hope Mauro’s injury is not serious. This victory was important for us. It was important for us to win against Tottenham who played well and fought until the last moment. We need to continue our momentum.

“We need to think about each match individually. Right now, we will focus on our league match. There will be an international break. We will make our preparations.

“We will care about every opponent. We will show our quality and fight for each other. We will fight for victory every time.”

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I’m Ready To Work – Lampard

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Former Chelsea Coach, Frank Lampard has expressed his readiness to return back to managerial job.

Lampard has been linked with a move to Championship side, Coventry City and Saudi Pro League clubs.

In a chat with ‘The Standard’, Lampard stated that he’s weighing his options.
“Some opportunities have come my way, they didn’t feel right for the time.

“So I’ve kind of taken that decision a bit at times. But now I feel ready so we will see what opportunities come up.

“I’m certainly ready to work. I love doing what I do, so we will see,” he said.

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