The latest football news including: Osimhen and Akor fire Nigeria past Algeria and into the AFCON 2025 semi-finals, Joseph Yobo backs Moses Simon for Everton move as Merseyside interest grows.
Here is today’s round-up of the biggest football stories, brought to you by NigerianMatchday.com.
Super Eagles set up last-four clash with hosts Morocco after 2-0 win
Victor Osimhen scored a powerful header in the 47th minute to put Nigeria in control against Algeria, his fourth goal of the tournament, before a second strike from Akor sealed a 2-0 victory.
The result sends the Super Eagles into the AFCON 2025 semi-finals, where they will face tournament hosts Morocco.
Osimhen’s continued sharpness in front of goal has been one of the standout stories of the competition for Nigeria.
The Super Eagles will be looking to reach the final for the first time in years.
Category: Match | Source: NigerianMatchday.com
Former Super Eagles captain endorses winger after another strong Ligue 1 campaign
Former Nigeria captain Joseph Yobo has publicly backed a potential move for winger Moses Simon from Nantes to Everton this summer.
Simon has emerged as a target for the Merseyside club following another productive season in Ligue 1.
Yobo’s endorsement adds weight to growing transfer speculation around the Super Eagles wideman.
A move to the Premier League would mark a new chapter for Simon after several consistent years in France.
Category: Transfer | Source: NigerianMatchday.com
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