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Super Eagles to know 2027 AFCON qualifying foes Tuesday

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Three-time champions Nigeria will discover their opponents for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Tuesday when the Confederation of African Football conducts the draw for the tournament to be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

The qualifying draw will be held at the headquarters of the Egyptian Football Association in Cairo ahead of the finals, which are scheduled to take place from June 19 to July 17, 2027.

Tagged AFCON PAMOJA 2027, it will be the first edition in the competition’s history to be co-hosted by three countries.

Nigeria won the tournament in 1980, 1994 and 2013. The Super Eagles also finished runners-up in 2023 and third in 2025.

A total of 48 teams, including the three co-hosts, will participate in the qualifiers.

According to CAF, the 48 participating countries will be divided into 12 groups of four teams, with the top two sides in each group qualifying automatically for the finals.

However, because Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda have already secured qualification as hosts, only one additional team will qualify from each of their groups.

The qualifiers will be played across three FIFA international windows between September 2026 and March 2027.

CAF said, “Matchdays one and two are scheduled for September 21 to October 6, 2026, while the third and fourth rounds of fixtures will take place from November 9 to 17, 2026. The final qualification matches are set for March 22 to 30, 2027.

“For the co-hosts, the tournament represents more than just football.

“Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda view AFCON 2027 as a once-in-a-generation opportunity to accelerate infrastructure development, tourism and international investment while showcasing East Africa’s culture and passion for the game on the continental stage.”

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[VIDEO] Osimhen Celebrates Galatasaray Title With Seyi Vibez Song

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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen delivered a breathtaking moment during Galatasaray’s trophy celebrations, making a dramatic entrance with Nigerian music star Seyi Vibez’s song blasting through stadium speakers. Osimhen scored two goals in Galatasaray’s 4-2 victory against Antalyaspor to clinch the Turkish league title.

The Nigerian forward walked through a red-carpeted entrance carrying his child, as flames, fireworks, and laser lights filled the arena while fans chanted his name.

Key Points:

Osimhen has scored 26 goals in his first Turkish season and 15 this season, cementing his superstar status.
The use of Seyi Vibez’s song at a Turkish club celebration highlights Nigerian music’s global reach.
Nigerian fans online expressed massive pride seeing one of their own celebrated on such a grand stage.
The dramatic entrance with flames and fireworks shows how highly Galatasaray values Osimhen.
His two title-clinching goals cemented his legacy as a Galatasaray hero.

Sources: Pulse Sports.

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David Beckham becomes UK’s First Billionaire Sportsman – Sunday Times Rich List 2026

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Sir David Beckham has become Britain’s first billionaire sportsman, with a combined fortune of £1.185 billion alongside wife Lady Victoria Beckham, according to the Sunday Times Rich List 2026.

The couple’s wealth surge is credited to Beckham’s investments in the US, including his stake in Inter Miami boosted by Lionel Messi’s contract until 2028, and a major property development. Revenues from Victoria’s fashion label also topped £100 million this year.

Key Points

Beckham’s wealth more than doubled from £500 million estimated in 2025.
Messi’s contract at Inter Miami has significantly boosted the value of Beckham’s stake.
Victoria’s fashion label crossing £100 million shows the power of the Beckham brand.
Tyson Fury, Liam, and Noel Gallagher also made notable gains on the Rich List.
The Hinduja family retained the top spot with £38 billion, while Dyson lost £8.8 billion.

Sources: Sunday Times Rich List 2026, P.M. News

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Ex-Black Stars coach Otto Addo named in FIFA Technical Study Group for 2026 World Cup

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Former Ghana head coach Otto Addo has been appointed to an elite 11-member Technical Study Group by FIFA for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, Africa Top Sports reports.

Notably, Addo stands as the only African coach named in the newly-constituted panel, underlining both his individual pedigree and the growing recognition of African coaching expertise on the global stage.

The ex-Black Stars boss will join a panel of respected football minds tasked with closely monitoring all 104 matches at the tournament.

Their responsibility will extend beyond observation, focusing on identifying emerging tactical patterns, technical evolutions, and physical demands shaping the modern game at the highest level.

Addo’s inclusion reflects his reputation as a thoughtful and progressive football mind, built through his coaching experience with Ghana and his work in European football.

His insights are expected to contribute to FIFA’s broader objective of advancing the sport through detailed analysis and knowledge sharing.

The Technical Study Group’s findings will ultimately inform coaching education, player development frameworks, and strategic trends worldwide, placing Addo at the heart of football’s ongoing evolution on the global stage.

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