• Hausa Edition
  • Podcast
  • Conferences
  • LeVogue Magazine
  • Business News
  • Print Advert Rates
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Contact Us
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Leadership Newspapers
Read in Hausa
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Leadership Newspapers
No Result
View All Result

CAF Names Ekong, Aina, Lookman In AFCON First XI

by Leadership News
1 year ago
in Sport
caf
Share on WhatsAppShare on FacebookShare on XTelegram

The Super Eagles trio of Williams Troost-Ekong, Ola Aina and Ademola Lookman, have been included in the AFCON 2023 Team of the Tournament after Nigeria finished second in the Cup of Nations tournament in Ivory Coast.

Advertisement

Jose Peseiro led the team to the final as they were unbeaten all through the tournament until the final game against the hosts.

Several members of the team had impressive performances in Ivory Coast as they secured a silver medal for the nation, for the first time since the 2000 edition of the tournament.

In a list released by the official account of the Confederations of African Football (CAF), three Nigerians made the team of the tournament. In goal, the best goalkeeper of the tournament, South Africa’s Ronwen Hayden Williams secured his spot.

Nottingham Forest and Super Eagles full-back, Ola Aina, secured the right back spot, and the AFCON 2023 player of the tournament, William Troost-Ekong secured a spot in central defence.

RELATED

Organisers Explain Shift In Kick Off Date Of Eko International Cup

Organisers Explain Shift In Kick Off Date Of Eko International Cup

46 seconds ago
NOC Commences Construction Of Permanent Secretariat In Abuja

NOC Women’s Commission Launches 2nd National Sports Seminar

2 hours ago

The other central defender is DR Congo’s Chancel Mbemba. Ivorian Ghislain Konan secured the left-back position, completing the back four.

In midfield, the Ivorian duo, Jean Michael-Seri and Frank Kessie, make the team, with South Africa’s Teboho Mokoena completing the three-man midfield.

In attack, Brentford’s Yoane Wissa secured the right wing, Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman was placed on the left wing, and Equatorial Guinea striker, Emiliano Nsue, who was the golden boot winner, secured the striker spot in attack.

William Troost-Ekong and Ademola Lookman scored the most goals for the Super Eagles at the AFCON 2023 tournament, with three apiece.


We’ve got the edge. Get real-time reports, breaking scoops, and exclusive angles delivered straight to your phone. Don’t settle for stale news. Join LEADERSHIP NEWS on WhatsApp for 24/7 updates →

Join Our WhatsApp Channel

BREAKING NEWS: Nigerians can now earn US Dollars from the comfort of their homes with Ultra-Premium domains, acquire them for as low as $1700 and profit as much as $25,000. Click here to learn how you can earn US Dollars consistently.


Tags: CAF
SendShareTweetShare
Previous Post

Economic Hardship: Tinubu Will Kill Nigerians If Hunger Doesn’t, Says Atiku’s Aide

Next Post

I’m In Talks With NFF Over My Future – Peseiro

Leadership News

Leadership News

You May Like

Organisers Explain Shift In Kick Off Date Of Eko International Cup
Sport

Organisers Explain Shift In Kick Off Date Of Eko International Cup

2025/07/05
NOC Commences Construction Of Permanent Secretariat In Abuja
Sport

NOC Women’s Commission Launches 2nd National Sports Seminar

2025/07/05
Slum2Stardom, FCT FA Sign MoU To Launch Annual Grassroots Football Awards
Sport

Slum2Stardom, FCT FA Sign MoU To Launch Annual Grassroots Football Awards

2025/07/05
Oshoala, Echegini Opt Out Of Super Falcons Clash With Cape Verde
Sport

WAFCON 2024: Oshoala Target 10th Title With Super Falcons

2025/07/05
AFCON: Musa Wants Nigerians To Unite Beyond Football Pitch
Sport

Gov Yusuf Appoints Ahmed Musa As General Manager Of Kano Pillars

2025/07/04
Euro 2024: UEFA Open To Bid For 26-man Squads
Sport

UEFA Slams Fines On Chelsea, Aston Villa, Barca, Others For Breach Of FFP

2025/07/04
Leadership Conference advertisement

LATEST

Organisers Explain Shift In Kick Off Date Of Eko International Cup

Unraveling Margaria-Kalman Syndrome: A Rare Neurological Disorder

Unlocking Business Potential In Exporting Fried, Dried Meat

18 Injured As False Fire Alarm Triggers Flight Evacuation In Majorca

After Court Order, Senate Sets Conditions For Recall Of Sen Akpoti-Uduaghan

COVID-19 Fraud: US Court Jails Nigerian Pastor As Osun Monarch Forfeits Property 

Breaking Barriers: Why Regional Integration Is West Africa’s Economic Lifeline

Edo Revenue Board Widens Tax Net

2025 Hive Africa Summit: Nigeria, 20 Others Make Waves In Lusaka

NOC Women’s Commission Launches 2nd National Sports Seminar

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.