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Poland 2026: Falconets to Battle Senegal at MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta

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The Confederation of African Football has approved a request by the Nigeria Football Federation for a change of venue of the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup third round, first leg qualifying match between Nigeria and Senegal, scheduled for Saturday, 7th February 2026.   NFF’s Director of Competitions, Ruth David, confirmed that the match will now be played at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.   According to her, the NFF requested for a change of venue as a result of the deteriorating state of the playing pitch of the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan that had earlier been approved for the match, and which actually hosted the Falconets’ second round, second leg clash with the Rwanda U20 girls in September last year.   In view of this development, the two-time FIFA World silver-medallists, who had been training in Ibadan ahead of the match, are expected to relocate to Abeokuta in a few days, in order to familiarize themselves with the turf of the MKO Abiola Sports Complex.   The Falconets defeated their Rwandan counterparts 5-0 on aggregate to qualify for the third round of the African series of the qualification campaign. The winner between Nigeria and Senegal in this third round will reach the last round of the series, where they will take on the winner of the fixture between Guinea Bissau and Malawi, for a place at the final tournament scheduled for 5-27 September 2026 in Poland.

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Senegal Revokes Arthur Eze’s Atlas Oranto Offshore Licence After Nearly 20 Years of Inactivity

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Senegal has revoked the offshore exploration licence held by Atlas Oranto Petroleum, the oil and gas company founded by Nigerian energy entrepreneur Arthur Eze, in a move reflecting a stricter regulatory approach toward underperforming petroleum assets. The Cayar Offshore Shallow licence, awarded in 2008, was withdrawn after Atlas Oranto failed to provide the required bank guarantees and carried out minimal exploration work, despite multiple deadline extensions. The block spans about 3,600 square kilometres north of the Dakar peninsula and is considered promising for oil but remains largely unexplored. Energy and Petroleum Minister Birame Souleye Diop confirmed the formal revocation in September 2025, citing the company’s repeated failure to meet its financial and contractual obligations. Industry sources noted that there was little meaningful seismic activity or drilling throughout the licence period, with no wells drilled despite promising leads from earlier surveys. Senegal’s action is part of a broader effort under President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s administration to ensure petroleum licences lead to tangible investment, exploration, and production, rather than being held for speculative purposes. Officials described the revocation as a measure to enforce compliance and strengthen oversight of licence holders. The move has drawn attention to Atlas Oranto’s wider regional operations. In Liberia, the company signed four offshore production-sharing contracts in 2025 for blocks LB-15, LB-16, LB-22, and LB-24, including signature bonuses of $12–15 million per block and proposed investments exceeding $200 million each. The agreements were intended to revive Liberia’s largely inactive petroleum sector but faced criticism from lawmakers and civil society groups over transparency, financial capacity, and environmental concerns. Senegalese authorities maintained that Atlas Oranto’s nearly 20-year failure to provide bank guarantees or advance exploration activity justified the licence revocation, signalling a governance approach focused on accountability, performance, and the proper management of petroleum resources.

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Morocco to Take Legal Action After Senegal Walk-Off in Afcon Final

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Morocco is set to take legal action following the dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday, where Senegal walked off the pitch in protest over a penalty decision but eventually won the match. The final in Rabat ended 1-0 in favour of Senegal after extra time. Morocco had a chance to snatch victory with a last-minute penalty at the end of regulation, awarded after a VAR review determined a tug on striker Brahim Diaz’s shoulder. Senegalese players reacted by leaving the field, causing a 14-minute delay before returning, during which Diaz missed the crucial spot-kick. In a statement, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (RMFF) said: “The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announces that it will pursue legal action with the Confederation of African Football and FIFA to rule on the walk-off of the Senegalese national team from the field during the final against the Moroccan national team, as well as on the events surrounding this decision, following the referee’s awarding of a penalty that was deemed correct by all experts.” The federation added: “This situation had a significant impact on the normal course of the match and on the players’ performance.” While Morocco’s specific aims in lodging the complaint remain unclear beyond challenging the match events, the incident has drawn widespread condemnation from football authorities. Fifa President Gianni Infantino and CAF both criticised Senegal’s players and coaching staff, stating that walk-offs and violent reactions have no place in the sport.

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FIFA President Condemns Senegal Players’ Walkout During AFCON Final, Calls Violence Unacceptable

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has criticized the actions of some Senegal players after chaotic scenes marred Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final, during which the eventual champions briefly left the pitch in protest over a penalty awarded to Morocco. “We strongly condemn the behaviour of some ‘supporters’ as well as some Senegalese players and members of the technical staff,” Infantino said in a statement to AFP. The final, tied 0-0 late in normal time, was disrupted when VAR awarded Morocco a penalty for a challenge on Brahim Diaz. In protest, most Senegal players walked off the field, while clashes erupted between some Senegalese fans and Moroccan security elsewhere in the stadium. Senegal eventually returned to play, with Diaz’s weak penalty comfortably saved by goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. The West Africans later secured victory in extra time thanks to a brilliant strike from Pape Gueye, silencing the 66,526-strong home crowd at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. “It is unacceptable to leave the field of play in this manner, and violence has no place in our sport,” Infantino added. Despite the incident, Infantino praised Morocco for their organisation of the tournament, describing it as a positive step ahead of the country’s co-hosting of the 2030 men’s World Cup. Morocco coach Walid Regragui, however, expressed concern over how the episode reflected on African football. “The image we showed of African football was rather shameful,” he said. “Stopping the game for more than 10 minutes with the whole world watching is not classy.”

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Senegal Win Second AFCON Title In Six Years After Controversial Extra-Time Victory Over Morocco

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Senegal lifted the Africa Cup of Nations for the second time in six years after defeating hosts Morocco in a dramatic and controversy-filled final in Rabat. The 2025 AFCON showpiece turned chaotic late in regulation when Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala awarded Morocco a penalty in the 98th minute following a VAR review that ruled Moussa Diouf had fouled Brahim Díaz inside the box. Senegal’s players and coaching staff erupted in protest, with head coach Aliou Thiaw ordering his team to walk off the pitch. The frustration was heightened by an earlier incident when Senegal had a goal disallowed for an alleged push on Achraf Hakimi, a decision made without VAR, sparking claims of inconsistent officiating. As tensions escalated, several Senegal players began heading toward the tunnel, threatening to abandon the match, but captain Sadio Mané stepped in to rally his teammates back onto the field. Play eventually resumed, with Édouard Mendy returning to goal as Díaz prepared to take the penalty. The Moroccan striker attempted a panenka, only for Mendy to stay composed and collect the ball, a pivotal moment that shifted momentum in Senegal’s favour. In extra time, Senegal seized their opportunity. Pape Gueye struck a sensational long-range effort in the fourth minute of added time, sending the ball past the Moroccan goalkeeper and silencing the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Morocco failed to respond, allowing Senegal to hold on for victory. The win secured their second AFCON title in six years, in a final remembered as much for its controversy and tension as for Gueye’s decisive strike.

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AFCON Final Chaos As Senegal Protest Late Penalty And Crowd Trouble Delays Match

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Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final was thrown into chaos as the closing moments of regulation time were delayed by nearly 20 minutes following furious protests from Senegal players over a disputed penalty awarded to Morocco, while clashes also erupted in the stands. Several Senegal players walked off the pitch in protest, and enraged supporters hurled objects as some attempted to force their way onto the field at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. The tension peaked as Morocco were handed a chance to decide the final with what was effectively the last action of normal time. The spot kick, taken by Brahim Diaz in the 24th minute of added time, failed to break the deadlock as Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy denied him with a save, keeping the scoreline at 0-0 and pushing the final into extra time. The controversial decision came after a prolonged VAR review by the Congolese referee, who ruled that Senegal defender El Hadji Malick Diouf had fouled Diaz inside the box. Diaz was at the centre of the protests, strongly appealing for the penalty, with members of the Moroccan bench also joining the calls. Security officials and stewards quickly formed a protective line in front of a small group of Senegal fans at the far end of the stadium, and order was eventually restored as the match moved into extra time. 🤪 ¿La mejor final de la historia? 🤩 Golazo de Pape Gueye en el minuto 93' para adelantar a Senegal en la prórroga 📻 #PartidazoCOPEpic.twitter.com/SpPK32teez — El Partidazo de COPE (@partidazocope) January 18, 2026

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Senegal Defeat Egypt 1-0 To Reach 2025 AFCON Final

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Senegal advanced to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final with a 1-0 victory over Egypt in Wednesday’s first semi-final at Tangier’s Ibn Batouta Stadium. The winning goal came in the 78th minute from Saudi Al Nasr forward Sadio Mane, who broke the deadlock and sent the Senegalese squad into celebration. Following their narrow 1-0 quarterfinal win against Mali, Senegal demonstrated a strong balance of disciplined defending and sharp attacking play. The triumph secures the Lions of Teranga a spot in their second AFCON final in recent tournaments, highlighting their consistency throughout the competition. In the quarterfinal, Iliman Ndiaye scored the decisive goal in the 27th minute against Mali. Senegal’s defense remained organized under pressure, while Mane’s creativity and speed fueled key offensive moves. Senegal has maintained one of the tournament’s stingiest defenses, conceding very few goals, while their midfield efficiently controlled the pace of games. The team will face the winner of the Morocco–Nigeria semi-final in Sunday’s final at Rabat’s Moulay Abdellah Stadium.

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Poland 2026: Falconets Begin Preparations for Clash with Senegal

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Nigeria’s U20 Women’s National Team, the Falconets, have resumed camping in Abuja ahead of their forthcoming FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against their Senegalese counterparts. The team opened camp on Saturday, January 4, 2026, at the Westpoint Hotel, marking the start of an intensive preparation programme.   A total of 17 players are currently in camp, with additional invited players expected to arrive in the coming days to complete the roster. Training activities have commenced in earnest, focusing on team cohesion, tactical organization, and physical conditioning, as the technical crew works to ensure optimal readiness.   Head Coach, Mr. Moses Aduku, confirmed that the team’s preparations are on course, with ongoing assessments of players and structured training sessions aimed at ensuring tactical readiness and optimal performance levels. The technical crew continues to fine-tune training programmes with emphasis on tactical discipline, game intelligence, and overall team organization, as preparations progress toward the qualifier.   Nigeria will host the first leg of the third-round qualifying fixture, which is scheduled for the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan on Saturday, 7th February, with the return leg already determined for Saturday, 14th February in Dakar, Senegal.   This year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup finals will be hosted by Poland.  

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