AFCON 2025 Breaks Digital Engagement Records
The CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 shattered digital records, pulling in 6.1 billion impressions and 5.2 billion video views across social media platforms. CAF announced the figures on Wednesday, saying the tournament nearly tripled the reach of the previous edition and confirmed AFCON’s status as the most viewed continental football competition. Fans […]
Nigeria Crash Out as Morocco, Senegal Reach AFCON Final
Nigeria bowed out of AFCON 2025 on Wednesday night after losing 4–2 on penalties to hosts Morocco in the semi-finals. Morocco dictated the tempo and limited the Super Eagles’ attacking threat, despite Nigeria arriving as one of the tournament’s highest scorers. Stanley Nwabali saved one spot kick, but misses from Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi […]
Nigeria’s Super Eagles Face Morocco in AFCON 2025 Semi-Final
Nigeria’s Super Eagles take on hosts Morocco on Wednesday in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi-final, with a final spot on the line. Nigeria arrive unbeaten, powered by a sharp attack led by Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Morocco also remain unbeaten and will count on home support and key players to edge past […]
FG Releases Super Eagles’ AFCON Bonuses
The Federal Government has released the Super Eagles’ match bonuses at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, ending days of uncertainty within the camp. Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, said players will receive the funds in their domiciliary accounts within 24 hours, noting that foreign currency conversion caused the delay. The development […]
Super Eagles Edge Tunisia 3–2 to Seal AFCON Round of 16 Spot
Nigeria Super Eagles booked an early place in the Round of 16 of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations with a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Tunisia in Fès at the weekend. The Super Eagles dominated for long spells, racing into a 3–0 lead through goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman. Tunisia mounted […]
10 Players Join Super Eagles’ 2025 AFCON Camp
The Super Eagles have opened their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations camp in Cairo, with 10 players already arriving. Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho was the first to report, followed by Stanley Nwabali, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and others. The team will hold its first training session on Sunday and face Egypt in a friendly at Cairo International Stadium […]
Salah Set to Join Egypt for AFCON Preparations on December 15
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah will join Egypt’s AFCON camp on December 15 as preparations begin in Morocco. Despite recent bench appearances, coach Arne Slot praised Salah’s professionalism and support for teammates. The 33-year-old has scored four goals in 13 league matches this season. Egypt open their AFCON run against Zimbabwe on December 22 and will […]
Gwyneth Paltrow Surprises Crowd at Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Show
The Grand Ole Opry marked its 100th anniversary with star-studded performances and a surprise appearance by Gwyneth Paltrow. The actress joined country singer Holly Williams and her husband, Chris Coleman, onstage, where the trio performed “Waiting on June,” a song inspired by Williams’ family history. Williams told the crowd she first heard Paltrow’s “secret voice” […]
Miss Jamaica Hospitalized After Stage Fall
Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry was absent from the Miss Universe competition on Nov. 20, one day after being hospitalized for injuries sustained when she fell off the stage during the preliminary evening gown round. Videos show the 28-year-old slipping off a step while walking in an orange gown and heels and later being taken out […]
Mary Steenburgen Recalls Hilarious Elf Spaghetti Scene
Mary Steenburgen is looking back on her funniest memories from filming the 2003 holiday classic Elf. In a new Today interview, she said the spaghetti scene — where Buddy the Elf serves her pasta covered in candy, chocolate, and maple syrup — was one she’ll never forget. Steenburgen admitted she “actually did eat it,” though […]