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Nigeria Bow Out of AFCON After Penalty Loss to Morocco
Nigeria AFCON semi-final ends in 4–2 penalty defeat to Morocco; Super Eagles now prepare to face Egypt in third-place playoff
Nigeria’s Super Eagles exited the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the semi-final stage after a 4–2 penalty shootout loss to hosts Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
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Senegal earlier booked their place in Sunday’s final with a 1–0 win over Egypt in Tangier.
Morocco will face Senegal in the final on Sunday, while Nigeria meet Egypt in the third-place playoff.
Both matches will be broadcast live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv.
Despite arriving as one of the tournament’s most prolific sides, Nigeria were largely restricted by Morocco’s disciplined approach.
The Super Eagles created few clear-cut chances, and although goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali saved one penalty in the shootout, misses from Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi proved decisive.
Senegal’s earlier victory over Egypt ended the defending champions’ hopes of a second AFCON title, with Sadio Mané opening the scoring before a late goal secured the win.
For Nigeria, the third-place match against Egypt offers a chance to recover from the heartbreak of a semi-final exit.
The Super Eagles’ campaign had been marked by strong defensive displays and emphatic victories, demonstrating a renewed tactical identity under coach Éric Sékou Chelle.
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Both remaining fixtures will be available on the SuperSport AFCON dedicated channel (GOtv Ch. 59, DStv Ch. 202), with Open Access streaming offered to DStv Yanga and GOtv Jolli subscribers.
The Opawole and Daniel families mourn the passing of their beloved matriarch, Chief Mrs. Sabainah Ibironke Opawole, née Osoba, who died peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday 2nd of July, 2026 at the age of 93.
Born on 23rd April 1933 to Princess Mariam Ladigbolu of the revered Ladigbolu family of Oyo Kingdom and the Late Rev. O. Osoba of Olodo Village, Abeokuta, the late Princess Sabainah lived a long and graceful life anchored in faith. She was a devoted Christian of the Baptist denomination until her passing, and her life stood as a quiet testament to devotion, family, and enduring values.
She is survived by several children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, including Her Excellency Yeye Olufunke Daniel, former First Lady of Ogun State and wife of Otunba Senator Gbenga Daniel. Her passing has drawn an outpouring of condolences from family, friends, and associates across Ogun State and beyond, many of whom remember her as a woman of grace, strength, and unshaken faith.
The family has confirmed that funeral arrangements will be announced publicly in due course, and has appealed for prayers and understanding as they navigate this period of loss.
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