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Senegal forward, Sadio Mane has suggested why he told his teammates to come back to the pitch and continue playing against Morocco during both sides’ AFCON final on Sunday night. Recall that Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 after 120 minutes to win the AFCON. Pape Gueye scored the only goal of the match in the first half of extra time as Senegal lifted their second AFCON trophy. But the match was paused towards the end of the second half after the referee awarded the Atlas Lions a late penalty following a foul on Brahim Diaz. But the whole Senegalese team was not pleased with the decision of the referee and decided to walk out from the pitch. Mane was later captured by the camera, calling his teammates back to the pitch to continue play against the AFCON host nation. Speaking...

In a final destined to be remembered as one of the most dramatic and controversial in football history, Senegal has been crowned the champion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Lions of Teranga defeated the host nation, Morocco, with a 1–0 victory in extra time on Sunday night, securing their second continental title and a record-breaking $10 million grand prize Extra Time Heroics After 90 minutes of high-tension, goalless football, the breakthrough finally came in the 94th minute. Midfielder Pape Gueye silenced the 66,000-strong crowd at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium with a thunderous left-footed strike from 20 yards out that flew into the top corner. Despite a late surge from the Atlas Lions, including a header from N...

Ghanaian referee, Daniel Laryea, has admitted he was nervous before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match between Morocco and Nigeria. Laryea revealed this while speaking to reporters after arriving at Accra Airport. He also denied favouring the host country during the game. Morocco beat Nigeria 4-2 on penalties after the game finished 0-0 in 120 minutes. Laryea said, “I’ve been to three AFCON tournaments, but this is the first time I’ve been in a semi-final. “So when coaches choose you for that game, they know your skills and what you can do. “But of course, you feel a little nervous because of the level of the match.” https://twitter.com/i/status/2012784261015744721

Popular bodybuilder and YouTuber Kali Muscle, whose real name is Chuck Kirkendall, suffered a health scare on Saturday, January 17, after collapsing while working out at a gym in California. Entertainment center According to his ex-wife, Dvyne Dirkendall, Kali passed out during exercise and was rushed to hospital for treatment. She told TMZ she does not yet know the cause of the incident or his current condition, but noted that he previously suffered a heart attack and underwent a procedure to insert a stent to restore blood flow. Kali has built a large online following over more than 15 years on YouTube, where he has nearly four million subscribers, and also has a strong presence on Instagram and TikTok. In addition to fitness content, he works as a personal trainer and r...

Former NBA player Lamar Odom has been arrested in Las Vegas for driving under the influence, TMZ has learned. Entertainment center Odom was pulled over early Saturday morning and subsequently booked for DUI. Authorities say the incident remains under investigation. He was also cited for two traffic violations, including driving more than 41 miles per hour over the speed limit and improper lane change/failure to maintain lane. As of the time of publication, Odom still appeared to be in custody. Odom, who has publicly documented past struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, was previously arrested for DUI in 2013. In 2015, he nearly died of an overdose, prompting his then-wife Khloé Kardashian to rush to his side during his recovery. Their relationship ended after Odom relapsed...

Former Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has played down reports linking him with a return to the Spanish giants as a potential replacement for current manager Alvaro Arbeloa. The Portuguese tactician, who is presently in charge of Benfica after taking over earlier this season, addressed the rumours following his team’s Liga Portugal victory over Rio Ave on Saturday night. Mourinho dismissed the speculation as baseless, urging the media to stop dragging him into what he described as fabricated storylines. “Real Madrid? Stop involving me in your ‘soap opera,’” he said, according to @MadridXtra on X, as quoted by Sportskeeda. Benfica’s win ended a three-match winless run, coming on the same day Arbeloa’s Real Madrid side secured a 2–0 victory over Levante. Mourinho previously ma...

Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has expressed confidence that Anthony Joshua will return to the boxing ring following the tragic death of two of his close friends in a car crash. The British-Nigerian boxer lost Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami—both close friends and key members of his team—after a crash last month in Nigeria. Joshua was a passenger in a black Lexus that collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Makun. Usyk, who defeated Joshua in their 2021 and 2022 bouts, revealed that he has spoken with his former rival since the incident and believes retirement is not on Joshua’s mind. “I’ve already spoken with him,” Usyk told Ready to Fight. “I heard a desire to continue in his voice—for the friends he lost and for the life God allowed him to keep.” ...

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has expressed pride in his players despite their defeat to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the AFCON 2025 third-place match. The Pharaohs were beaten 4–2 on penalties after regulation time ended goalless, leaving them without a medal at the tournament. Although Egypt fought valiantly, they struggled to create clear chances against Nigerian goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. Defensively, the North Africans remained solid for most of the contest, successfully containing Nigeria’s attacking threats. However, captain Mohamed Salah and Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush both missed their spot-kicks during the shootout. Reacting after the game, Hassan praised his team’s effort and attitude. “I am very pleased with my players’ performance and proud of their dedica...

Stanley Nwabali emerged as Nigeria’s hero as the Super Eagles defeated Egypt on penalties to claim the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). After 120 goalless minutes filled with near misses and VAR controversies, it was Nwabali’s composure in the shootout that made the difference. The goalkeeper produced two crucial saves, securing a hard-fought victory and a podium finish for Nigeria. The third-place clash was highly competitive, with both teams playing intensely in front of 38,113 fans, creating an electric atmosphere. Nigeria seemed to take the lead in the first half when Akor Adams headed home a close-range effort, but VAR ruled it out for a foul, leaving the Super Eagles frustrated. The second half mirrored the first, with Nigeria controlling possession at...