AFCON: Our players devastated for losing against Nigeria – Algeria coach, Vladimir Petković

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Hot Source

Algeria’s head coach, Vladimir Petković has revealed that his players were devastated for losing against Nigeria in the quarter-final encounter of the ongoing AFCON in Morocco.
DAILY POST reports that two second half goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams gave Eric Chelle’s side a 2-0 triumph over the North Africans on Saturday.
In his post-match comments, Petković noted the anguish felt by his squad after their impressive performances throughout the tournament.
“Our players are disappointed and also devastated after the game,” Petković stated.
“They performed well in this AFCON. Now the tournament is over for us.
“Another tournament [World Cup] is coming later this year. We must keep our heads high after this AFCON exit.”
AFCON: Our players devastated for losing against Nigeria – Algeria coach, Vladimir Petković

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NPFL: Suleiman disappointed with Kwara United’s defeat to Bendel Insurance

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December 29, 2025
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Kwara United technical adviser, Ashifat Suleiman, has expressed disappointment with his team’s defeat to Bendel Insurance.

Kwara United were defeated 2-0 by Bendel Insurance at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Saturday.

Akpan Emmanuel and Kayode Oke were on target for Bendel Insurance in the game.

Suleiman admitted that his team did not plan for a defeat in the encounter.

“We came here to pick at least a point, but it is disappointing that we lost,” Suleiman reacted in a chat with the club’s media.

“We will go again in the second round and surely make up for the lost points.”

Kwara United will do battle with Bendel Insurance in the reverse fixture in Ilorin when the second round commences in January.

NPFL: Suleiman disappointed with Kwara United’s defeat to Bendel Insurance

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NPFL: Abia Warriors’ win over Plateau United well deserved – Amapakabo

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December 30, 2025
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Abia Warriors earned a well‑deserved 1‑0 victory over Plateau United on Sunday in Jos, according to technical adviser Imama Amapakabo.

Taheer Abubakar’s lone goal secured the three points for Abia Warriors at the New Jos Stadium.

Amapakabo added that Plateau United were predictable throughout the match.

“Every victory is exciting because it’s been a while since we had a three-game winning streak. It’s an exciting feeling, as we needed to end the first round on a positive note,” Amapakabo remarked.

“Plateau United were too predictable because they were waiting for my team to make mistakes instead of trying to create something themselves,” he added.

The victory lifted Abia Warriors to second position on the league table with 33 points from 19 matches.

NPFL: Abia Warriors’ win over Plateau United well deserved – Amapakabo