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Fans Set To Celebrate Super Eagles’ AFCON Final Ticket With Goldberg, Life & ZAGG Energy Drink –
Fans and loyal consumers of Nigerian Breweries brands Goldberg, Life Continental beer and Zagg energy malt drink have reiterated their desire to continue with the Super Eagles as they step up their chase for a fourth AFCON title in Cote d’Ivoire.
After dispatching Angola in the quarter-final stage, the next assignment for the Super Eagles is a tricky semi-final tie against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana who dramatically edged out Cape Verde on penalties.
Wednesday’s clash in Bouake is a direct repeat of the AFCON 2000 semi-final in which Nigeria triumphed 2-0 over South Africa at the National Stadium Surulere, in the heart of Lagos.
Twenty-four years down the line, fans remain positive that with the kind of support the trio of Goldberg, Life and ZAGG have been able to galvanize for the Super Eagles, they should be soaring into the final in style.
With each matchday, fans eagerly anticipate not just the game itself, but also the immersive experiences created by these brands.
Goldberg has painted the nation gold with exhilarating viewing centres, transforming them into vibrant hubs of Super Eagles pride.
“The viewing centres are incredible,” exclaims Tolu Ashaolu, a Lagos fan. “The energy is electric, the decorations are amazing, and the screens give you the feeling you are in the stadium. It feels like we’re all cheering together, pushing the Eagles towards victory.”
Life Continental Beer, the official and trusted brand for the Super Eagles is also adding to the excitement with their one-of-a-kind viewing centres and high-end matchday gifts and souvenirs.
The energetic displays fuelled by ZAGG Energy drink with Malt mirror the extra shift the Super Eagles are putting in to ensure they shut out all obstacles to their fourth AFCON crown.
“We’ll stand by them, cheering them on until the very last whistle!” Head of Marketing Communications, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Sandra Amachree declared ahead of Wednesday’s encounter.
“We are not like others just jumping on the success of the Super Eagles, Nigerian Breweries brands have been supporting the NFF in different capacities since 2018 and we are willing to do more in the days ahead” Ms Amachree added.
Meanwhile, Portfolio Manager – Mainstream Brands, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Olaoluwa Babalola has hinted the volume of excitement will get louder once the Super Eagles seal their place in the final.
“There are more surprises we still have in stock, when we said this will be a memorable AFCON tournament, we weren’t joking at all” Babalola assured.
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Nigerians, other nationals can apply, as CAF and Morocco Launch Volunteer Programme for AFCON 2025
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) in Morocco have launched the official Volunteer Programme for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, billed to run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
According to CAF, more than 4,000 volunteers will be recruited to play a central role in ensuring the success of Africa’s most prestigious football tournament, which will be staged across six cities and nine stadiums in Morocco.
Applications are now open at volunteers.cafonline.com and will close on 8 October 2025. The opportunity is open to anyone above the age of 18.
Volunteers will be deployed across multiple functional areas, including media operations, spectator services, accreditation, hospitality, and fan engagement. Selected individuals will receive professional training ahead of the competition and work behind the scenes to deliver a memorable AFCON.
CAF stated that the programme is designed not only to support tournament operations but also to create an alumni network of skilled Africans who can contribute to future sporting events across the continent. Successful applicants will benefit from:
- Training and skill development.
- Official uniforms and certificates of participation.
- Networking opportunities with peers and professionals.
- The chance to contribute to Africa’s football legacy.
Volunteer registration opened on 17 September 2025. Selection and training will take place in October and November, with operations commencing in mid-December through to the tournament’s conclusion on 18 January 2026.
CAF described the initiative as an “exciting opportunity” for Africans to contribute to the growth of the continent’s flagship sporting event, which is expected to draw millions of visitors to Morocco.
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CAF Security Chief, Nigeria’s Emeruwa, Leads Inspection of Tangier Stadium Ahead of Major Tournaments
Nigeria’s Dr. Christian Emeruwa, President of the Security and Safety Division of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), on Thursday, September 18, led an inspection visit to the Grand Stade de Tangier as preparations intensify for upcoming continental and global football events.
Emeruwa, who heads CAF’s continental security architecture, was joined by CAF Secretary General Véron Mosengo-Omba, senior Moroccan officials, and executives of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).
The delegation also included managers of operational companies at the Grand Stade and SONARGES executives.
According to Le 360, the Nigerian official expressed satisfaction with the stadium’s facilities after touring key operational areas, including the main control room with its giant surveillance screen, as well as spectator, player, and VIP access zones.
The inspection was bolstered by the presence of Morocco’s top security and administrative officers—the regional commander of the Royal Gendarmerie, officials of the Auxiliary Forces and Civil Protection, the Wali of Security, the governor in charge of Internal Affairs, and representatives of the National Agency for Public Equipment (ANEP).
A technical meeting followed the tour, where engineers presented recent safety and security upgrades. Among the highlights was the planned installation of a FIFA-standard tarpaulin roof to enhance the venue’s compliance with global hosting requirements.
For Nigeria, the spotlight on Dr. Emeruwa underscores the country’s growing influence in African football administration, particularly in the critical areas of safety and security management for CAF competitions.
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Morocco has received 723 high-end buses from Chinese manufacturer Yutong as part of preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which kicks off on December 21.
Yutong said on social media that the fleet “has officially rolled off the production line” and will provide “comprehensive transport services and reliable operational support” during the tournament.
An official handover ceremony was held on Friday at the company’s facility in Zhengzhou, Henan province, attended by Moroccan representatives and Yutong executives.
The buses were designed to cope with Morocco’s terrain and climate, including steep slopes, heat and sandstorms. They feature an independent front axle suspension to navigate narrow city streets and Yutong’s in-house “Blue Core System” for fuel efficiency.
The delivery is the largest single order of Chinese buses in Africa. Yutong will station more than 100 technicians in Morocco to provide training, maintenance and round-the-clock support during AFCON.
The deal is part of Morocco’s broader transport strategy, which includes plans to purchase 7,000 new buses by 2030—half of them electric—as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
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