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AFCON under-17 cancelled five days before kick-off
CAF has announced the cancellation of the Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations, due to challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Africa Cup of Nations
Nigeria turns 60: Top six moments in their sporting history
On the 60th anniversary of Nigeria's independence, Colin Udoh looks back on the country's sporting highlights and picks six of the best.
Nigerian Professional League
Super Eagles coach Rohr hits back at demands to use Nigeria-based players
Gernot Rohr addresses criticism that he does not select enough Nigeria-based players, telling ESPN that the best players are simply all overseas.
Nigerian Professional League
Nigeria suspends football activities due to coronavirus
Shutdown will affect all on-field activities, including the Nigeria Professional Football League, national teams and street football, the NFF said.
Africa Cup of Nations
Manu Garba seeking redemption with Nigeria's Golden Eaglets
Nigeria Under-17 coach Manu Garba has rebuilt his team three times in a year, after multiple players failed MRI tests to validate their correct age.
Golden Eaglets vindicate Nigeria's youth football policy
Nigeria U-17's victory over their Ghanaian counterparts secured World Cup qualification, and bodes well for the future.
Wonderkids of the U-17 Afcon - Where are they now?
In previous years, the U-17 Nations Cup has afforded fans of the African game a first glimpse of some of the brightest young talents on the continent.
2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morocco U17 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| Ecuador U17 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
| Indonesia U17 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -2 | 2 |
| Panama U17 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -2 | 2 |