Tag: TotalEnergies CHAN 2024
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Imama Amapakabo expresses concerns over CHAN postponement and players availability
Following the postponement of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) from February to August due to logistical reasons, Abia Warriors head coach, Imama Amapakabo, has voiced concerns over the challenges that home-based players will face ahead of the rescheduled tournament. Amapakabo, who has vast experience with Nigeria’s domestic league players, noted that the delay could…
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CAF postpones CHAN 2024 to August 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced the postponement of the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda 2024 to August 2025, Nigeriasoccernet.com can confirm. Despite significant progress in infrastructure development across the three host nations – including stadium construction and upgrades, training field improvements, and enhancements to hotels, hospitals, and…
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CHAN 2024: Kenyatta International Convention Centre to host draws
The TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 draw is set to host top dignitaries across the continent which is set to take place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (“KICC”) in Nairobi, Kenya Wednesday night, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. As revealed, the draw ceremony will feature a touch of local East African flair with legends Hassan…
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African Nations Championship: Eguavoen invites Rabiu Ali, 29 others to camp for Ghana
Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has invited a total of 30 players to camp as the Nigeria Football Federation activates its commitment to ensuring the qualification of the Super Eagles B for next year’s African Nations Championship finals, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. The 8th edition of the continental championship – reserved exclusively for footballers plying their trade with…
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CHAN 2024: CAF begins inspection of venues
African football governing body, CAF has embarked on its second round of inspection visits to Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The aim is to assess the progress made in preparations for the upcoming TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, which will be jointly hosted by the three East African nations from February 1st to…
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CHAN 2024: Final qualifying round set to ignite mouthwatering rivalries
At all levels of football and beyond, the rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana remains one of the historical battles on the African continent and it’s set to be ignited when Chan Eagles of Nigeria square up against Ghana for the upcoming TotalEnergies CHAN 2024 qualifiers, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. The draw has pitted regional rivals against each…
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Josh Maja returns to full West Bromwich Albion training after lengthy injury lay-off
West Bromwich Albion Nigeria descent striker Josh Maja has returned to full team training following a lengthy injury layoff which he suffered back in December, Nigeriasoccernet.com can confirm. The 24-year-old sustained the injury in just his first and rare start for Albion following another ankle injury return against Bristol City but unfortunately, he was on…
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NPFL: Coach Ogunmodede hails players’ determination after Bendel victory
Daniel Ogunmodede, the head coach of Remo Stars, commended his players for their resilience following their home win against Bendel Insurance on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Sky Blue Stars bounced back from last week’s defeat to South West rivals, Shooting Stars, by securing a 2-0 victory over Insurance at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne.…
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Boniface could have Altered Nigeria’s AFCON fate, Says former coach Peseiro
Former Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro, laments the absence of Bayer Leverkusen striker, Victor Boniface, who he believes could have been a game-changer at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Boniface, 23, sustained an injury during the team’s training camp in Abu Dhabi, causing him to miss the tournament where Nigeria reached the…
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Paris 2024: Super Falcons to host Banyana Banyana on 5 April cracker encounter
Africa’s top-ranked team, Nigeria will host reigning African champions South Africa in the first leg of their Women’s Olympic Football Tournament final qualifying fixture at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Friday, 5th April. The encounter at Nigeria capital’s magnificent facility will kick off at 4pm, with Algerian referee Ghada Mehat as referee. Mehat’s compatriots…
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Transfer: Crystal Palace leading chase for Bright Osayi-Samuel
Crystal Palace is making a fervent push to secure the services of Bright Osayi-Samuel, with reports indicating they are at the forefront in the race for the Nigerian international’s signature, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to Turkish news outlet Aksam, The Eagles are currently leading the pursuit for the versatile player, who has attracted interest from other…
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NPFL’23/24: Special Goal, Special Moment – Muritala Taiye
Shooting Stars Sports Club defender, Muritala Taiye scored his first goal of the season for the Ibadan soccer lords in the Matchday 22 fixture against Bendel Insurance of Benin. It was not just a goal, but an important goal that saved the Oluyole Warriors from dropping points at home and ultimately secured the team a…
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Onome Ebi joins Israel’s Bnot Netanya
Super Falcons captain Onome Ebi has joined Isreali Women Premier League side Bnot Netanya after a 3 month stint at Naija Ratels, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ebi featured in three NWFL games for Naija Ratels nefore joining the European side for an undisclosed fee. The 40-year-old defender rejoined Naija Ratels at the start of the 2023-24 NWFL…
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Super Eagles Kick Off AFCON 2023 Preparations in Abu Dhabi
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Seventeen players have landed at the Abu Dhabi camp in the United Arab Emirates, marking the commencement of preparations for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Tonight, the team, led by head coach Jose Peseiro, will engage in their inaugural training session, gearing up for the challenges ahead. Peseiro and his coaching staff…
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Derby Sunday: Ilechukwu leads Rangers to battle in Umuahia as Paul Offor’s Sporting visits Akure
This Sunday in Akure, Paul Offor and his Sporting Lagos will play their second topflight Southwest derby when they visit Akure for a date with Sunshine Stars at the Akure Township Stadium, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. Sunshine Stars vs Sporting Lagos The Last two NPFL results have been a thing of worry to the Lagos Tech Boys…