Author: Abidoye Babatunde Blackcoin

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is poised to elevate its financial rewards, as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed an increase in the prize money following a recent Executive Committee meeting. The winner’s prize is now set at USD 10 million, representing a significant increase from the USD 7 million awarded in […]

Group B at AFCON 2025 features a blend of experience and unpredictability. Egypt, with their seven continental titles, are favorites. South Africa, coming off a bronze in 2023 and led by coach Hugo Broos, aim to challenge Egypt. Meanwhile, underdogs Angola and Zimbabwe could surprise with their resilience, making this group highly competitive. Sure975fm.com is […]

Group A of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations sets the tone for the tournament, blending home advantage, pedigree, and quiet ambition. Hosts Morocco headline the group, but Mali, Zambia, and Comoros will ensure that progression will demand consistency rather than reputation alone. It is a group rich in tactical intrigue and contrasting football philosophies. Sure975fm.com previews all four […]

Defending champions Beyond Limits began their Lagos Supremacy Cup campaign with a hard-fought 3–2 victory over Broad City in a thrilling opener at the Legacy Pitch on Monday morning. Gabriel Labi set the tone early, putting the Ikenne-based side ahead just seven minutes into the encounter with a composed finish. Broad City responded swiftly, as […]

The 2025 Lagos Supremacy Cup begins on Monday at the Legacy Pitch, National Stadium Surulere, ushering in an exciting four-day showcase of emerging football talent. Anticipation is high as the group-stage matches promise intensity, skill, and standout performances from young athletes determined to make an impression. The opening fixture will see 36 Lion FC square […]

A record 48 teams will play in the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. On Friday, Croatia sealed its spot with a 3-1 win over Faroe Islands. A total of 43 teams will get their spots through continental qualifying tournaments. Another two will secure their places in the intercontinental playoffs featuring six teams and scheduled […]

Former Watford and Birmingham City forward Troy Deeney has branded William Troost-Ekong “insecure” following the defender’s reaction to criticism after Nigeria’s 4–1 victory over Gabon. Ekong and Deeney were teammates at Watford during the 2020/21 Championship season, though they never actually shared the pitch. The debate intensified when CBS pundit Michael Lahoud questioned Ekong’s leadership […]

Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has offered a fresh prediction ahead of the crucial World Cup playoff showdown between Nigeria and DR Congo. Rohr is tipping the Super Eagles to come out on top in Sunday’s clash in Rabat, but he warned that the Congolese pose a real and serious threat. The Franco-German, a […]

Wilfred Ndidi has received the green light to participate in the important 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff final on Sunday against DR Congo, putting an end to nearly 48 hours of uncertainty that had caused unrest in the Super Eagles camp and left fans across the nation puzzled. However, The Super Eagles announced this update […]

The Super Eagles will complete preparations for Sunday’s playoff final against the Democratic Republic of Congo with a training session this evening at the Institut Royal De Formation in Rabat. The session is scheduled for 6pm, and the first 15 minutes will be accessible to the press, allowing media representatives a brief opportunity to observe […]