AFCON
UPDATED WITH VIDEO: SUPER EAGLES BEGIN 52-YEAR UNBEATEN RUN WITH KENYA
BY KUNLE SOLAJA
It may well known that Kenya national football team has in 52 years, never beaten Nigeria in any contest and in diverse venues ranging from Nairobi, Rabat, Lagos and Calabar.
In all, there have been 16 encounters. It was on this date; 8 May 1968 that the unbeaten streak Nigeria has over Kenya began.
On their way back home after picking the 1968 Olympic Games’ ticket in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the Green Eagles of Nigeria stopped over in Nairobi and beat their hosts, 2-1 in a friendly match. Peter Anieke scored the two goals for Nigeria.
Ever since, the best result that Kenya ever obtained in encounters with Nigeria national team is a 1-1 draw. There were three instances of this. First was in Nairobi on 7 February 1976 as the Nigerian team stopped over in Nairobi for a high altitude acclimatization on their way to Ethiopia for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Next was a 12 January World Cup qualifier, which marked the end of Amodu Shuaibu’s first stint as Super Eagles’ coach. The last was in Calabar during a World Cup qualifying duel when Kenya took a surprise first half lead.
Nigeria had to wait till almost the end of added time before Nnamdi Oduamadi restored parity.
KENYA – NIGERIA: HEAD-TO-HEAD
P W D L F A
Nigeria 16 13 3 0 35 9
Kenya 16 0 3 13 9 35
· 8 May 1968 (F) Kenya 1-2 Nigeria
· 7 Feb. 1976 (F) Kenya 1-1 Nigeria
· 3 Aug. 1981 (F) Kenya 1-3 Nigeria
· 7 Apr. 1985 (WCq) Kenya 0-3 Nigeria
· 20 April 1985 (WCq) Nigeria 3-1 Kenya
· 14 Mar. 1988 (ACN) Kenya 0-3 Nigeria
· 14 Jan. 1992 (ACN) Kenya 1-2 Nigeria
· 12 Jan. 1997 (WCq) Kenya 1-1 Nigeria
· 7 June 1997 (WCq) Nigeria 3-0 Kenya
· 4 May 2002 (F) Nigeria 3-0 Kenya
· 27 May 2007 (F) Kenya 0-1 Nigeria
· 7 June 2009 (WCq) Nigeria 3-0 Kenya
· 14 Nov. 2009 (WCq) Kenya 2-3 Nigeria
· 29 Mar. 2011 (F) Nigeria 3-0 Kenya
· 23 Mar. 2013 (WCq) Nigeria 1-1 Kenya
· 5 June 2013 (WCq) Kenya 0-1 Nigeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Super Eagles for their impressive performance in the 4–0 victory over Benin Republic, praising the team for keeping Nigeria’s qualification hopes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup alive.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Adebayo Onanuga, the President lauded the players for their “hunger, passion, and determination” during the crucial qualifier in Uyo, describing their display as one that has “reignited Nigerians’ football pride.”
“While the job is not yet complete, I join millions of Nigerian football fans in wishing our team every success in the playoffs,” Tinubu said. “The mood across the country reflects a shared belief that Nigeria deserves a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which Canada, Mexico, and the United States will host.”
Reaffirming the government’s backing, President Tinubu assured the players and coaching crew of full Federal Government support as they prepare for the decisive play-off stage.
“Nigerians everywhere believe in you, and I do too,” he said. “We look forward to seeing you fly our flag proudly on the world stage.”
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The Organizing Committee of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 has announced a strong start to ticket sales, confirming that 58,000 tickets had been sold as of Tuesday at 5:00 p.m.
According to an official update, the enthusiasm for the continental showpiece has also been reflected on the Yalla App, where 145,731 applications have been received so far. In addition, a total of 121,924 FAN IDs have been issued, including 31,058 belonging to foreign nationals representing 108 countries around the world.
In response to the overwhelming demand, the committee disclosed that technical teams are working round the clock to enhance the ticketing and FAN ID systems to ensure smooth processing for fans.
To assist applicants and ensure better communication, the organizers have provided a dedicated customer service line: +212 5 30 30 20 30. The hotline operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in Arabic, English, and French, and is staffed by over 600 agents trained to respond to inquiries and provide user support.
Fans can also reach the support team via email at info@yallamorocco.ma.
The Organizing Committee expressed gratitude to supporters, media representatives, delegations, and partners for their enthusiasm and reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a seamless and memorable experience for all stakeholders during AFCON Morocco 2025.
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Ticket sales for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 will officially open on Monday, 13 October 2025, with an exclusive 48-hour pre-sale window reserved for Visa cardholders, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced.
Fans across Africa and around the world will be able to secure their seats for what promises to be the continent’s biggest football spectacle, which will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
The special Visa pre-sale period will run from Monday, 13 October at 09:00 Moroccan time (08:00 GMT) until Wednesday, 15 October at 08:00 GMT, before general ticket sales open to all fans using other payment methods.
To streamline ticket purchases and enhance security, the Local Organizing Committee has launched the YALLA App, an integrated digital platform for fans to obtain their Fan ID — a mandatory requirement for buying tickets — and apply for E-Visas (AEVM) where necessary.
According to organizers, each registered Fan ID allows supporters to buy only one ticket per match, ensuring wider access and transparency in ticket distribution.
The process for obtaining tickets is straightforward:
- Download the YALLA App, available on Google Play and the App Store.
- Apply for a Fan ID and E-Visa (if required) through the app.
- Once approved, Visa cardholders can visit tickets.cafonline.com starting from Monday, 13 October at 09:00 Moroccan time (08:00 GMT) to purchase their AFCON 2025 tickets.
The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco is expected to deliver a festival of football and culture, with fans urged to complete their Fan ID registration early to avoid last-minute rushes.
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