Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi holds strong belief in Nigeria’s potential for a victorious campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The prestigious tournament is set to take place in Morocco, running from December 21 to January 18.
Concurrently, in Spain, Sevilla forward Jerome Akor has openly expressed his disappointment. This follows his team’s painful 2-0 home defeat against rivals Real Betis in the recent Seville derby.
Alex Iwobi Eyes AFCON 2025 Triumph
Iwobi was a key player in Nigeria’s journey to the AFCON final earlier this year. The Super Eagles narrowly lost 2-1 to Ivory Coast. He now asserts that the squad has returned stronger. They are more determined to clinch the title.
Speaking to AySuga Channel, the Fulham midfielder shared his optimism. “We were really close in the last AFCON,” Iwobi stated. “The only way to improve is by winning it. We have the right players. We believe we can do it. Now, we just need to prove it on the pitch.”
His confidence echoes a growing expectation among fans and pundits. Many anticipate a robust challenge from the Super Eagles. They are often tipped as strong contenders once the competition kicks off in Morocco.
Jerome Akor Laments Sevilla Derby Defeat
Sevilla forward Jerome Akor voiced his significant frustration following the derby loss. His team suffered a painful 2-0 home defeat to Real Betis on Sunday. This outcome has compounded Sevilla’s recent struggles. It marks their fourth loss in five league outings.
Despite long periods of dominance under manager Mattias Almeyda, the hosts were unable to capitalize. Wasteful finishing proved to be their undoing. This has been a recurring problem for the team throughout the season. Akor made no secret of his feelings after the match. He described the defeat as “a hard one to take.”
“We cannot lose like this,” he told the club’s official website. “It’s not just a defeat; it feels like a slap in the face at home.” He further added, “We controlled much of the game. We created chances. But they took theirs. There are no excuses. We must work harder and keep going.”
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