Author: Brila

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is leaving no stone unturned in its preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi confirming close collaboration between the federation and its technical department to select the strongest possible Super Eagles squad.

Nigeria’s preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has taken shape as head coach, Eric Chelle unveiled a 55-man preliminary squad, featuring a blend of established stars, in-form young talents, and standout performers from the NPFL.

Nigerian trio Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi, and Calvin Bassey delivered outstanding performances as Fulham battled Manchester City in an explosive 9-goal thriller.

OGC Nice forwards Terem Moffi and Jeremie Boga were subjected to violent racist abuse from a group of the club’s supporters on Sunday night following the team’s three to one defeat against Lorient.

Ask fans across the continent who they actually trust when qualifiers get tense or when tournaments hit their sharpest rounds, and the same names keep coming back. Not out of habit, but because their recent performances demand it. Morocco have barely stopped winning since Qatar, Senegal keep dropping statement results, Egypt still know how to survive the ugly matches, and Nigeria remain dangerous even on uneven days. In a sport where chaos is normal, these are the sides sports betting people talk about when reliability matters.

FIFA has notified clubs that they may retain players selected for the Africa Cup of Nations until December 15, extending the deadline from the initial December 8 release date.

Brila Media is bringing back the excitement this December with Naija Fans Fest 2025, Nigeria’s biggest and most vibrant AFCON watch party.

Former Chairman of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) Technical Committee, Barrister Chris Green, has issued a stark warning about what he describes as the near-total breakdown of structured youth football development in Nigeria.

Former Super Eagles defender, Kenneth Omeruo has issued a strong and candid rebuke of the mentality displayed by several home-based players invited to the national team, accusing them of lacking the hunger and competitive drive required at international level.

Rivers United saw their CAF Champions League campaign suffer a crushing blow on Friday night after the Nigerian champions conceded twice in stoppage time to lose 2–1 to Moroccan heavyweights RS Berkane in a dramatic Matchday 2 fixture at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.