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The CHAN Eagles began their preparations for the final 2025 CHAN playoff against arch-rivals Ghana with a narrow 1-0 victory over Grassrunners FC in a friendly match on Sunday afternoon.

DR Congo striker Real Betis forward Cédric Bakambu has named Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman as his favorite to win the CAF African Footballer of the Year award, citing the Nigerian’s remarkable performances for both club and country.

Former Galatasaray forward Burak Yılmaz has heaped praise on Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, describing him as a player “above the Turkish League.”

Nigerian striker Elijah Adebayo was on target for Luton Town in their 1-1 draw against Swansea City at Kenilworth Road in the EFL Championship.

Former Super Eagles player Samson Siasia has called on Augustine Eguavoen to step down as the interim head coach of the national squad, citing a conflict of interest with his role as Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF.

Ademola Lookman has expressed his desire to win the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award, describing it as a “dream come true.” 

Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has capped an incredible November by clinching Nottingham Forest’s Player of the Month and Goal of the Month awards.  

Former Super Eagles forward John Utaka has lauded Alex Iwobi’s impressive performances for Fulham this season, while urging the midfielder to maintain consistency when representing Nigeria.  

Former international John Utaka has thrown his support behind Jerome Adams, predicting that the forward has the potential to become a regular fixture in the Super Eagles in the future. 

The home-based Super Eagles have begun intense preparations for their 2025 African Nations Championship, CHAN qualifying showdown with Ghana’s Black Galaxies.