Sport from Thursday, January 1st, 2026

The group stage of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco has concluded, and for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, the performance was nothing short of a statement.

Chelsea Football Club has confirmed that it has parted company with head coach Enzo Maresca, bringing his time at Stamford Bridge to an end.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles will take on Mozambique’s Mambas in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following the conclusion of the group stage on Wednesday.