This article discusses Nigeria’s recent sporting encounters with Morocco, including the football loss in the Africa Cup of Nations and the upcoming Davis Cup World Group II tennis match. It highlights the growing rivalry between the two nations and Nigeria’s success in tennis following a victory over Uzbekistan.
SPECIAL REPORT: Abuja residents bear the brunt of poorly regulated quarrying companiesEXCLUSIVE: How the coup to topple, kill Tinubu was uncovered and foiledINVESTIGATION: Under Eno, Akwa Ibom slips deeper into secrecy, violates fiscal lawLibation for Soludo, By Majeed Dahiru Tax reforms in action: How Nigeria ns are earning more through PAYE reductions, net pay up, taxes down, By Aderonke AtoyebiSPECIAL REPORT: Abuja residents bear the brunt of poorly regulated quarrying companiesEXCLUSIVE: How the coup to topple, kill Tinubu was uncovered and foiledINVESTIGATION: Under Eno, Akwa Ibom slips deeper into secrecy, violates fiscal lawLibation for Soludo, By Majeed Dahiru Tax reforms in action: How Nigeria ns are earning more through PAYE reductions, net pay up, taxes down, By Aderonke Atoyebi Only recently, Morocco edged Nigeria on penalties in a high-stakes Africa Cup of Nations semi final match, a result that still resonates with Nigeria n sports fans Nigeria will face Morocco in the Davis Cup World Group II this September following a commanding victory over Uzbekistan in Lagos, as the country’s tennis team continues its steady rise on the international stage.
The two-day event is scheduled for 18-20 September, meaning Team Nigeria will travel to Morocco for the crucial encounter. The fixture adds fresh intrigue to a growing sporting rivalry between both nations. Only recently, Morocco edged Nigeria on penalties in a high-stakes Africa Cup of Nations semi final match, a result that still resonates with Nigerian sports fans. Attention now shifts from football to tennis, where Nigeria will hope for a different outcome.Nigeria secured their place in World Group II with an impressive sweep of Uzbekistan in Lagos. Backed by home supporters, the team delivered confident performances in both singles and doubles. The doubles pair of Canice Abua and Michael Emmanuel defeated Denis Istomin and Khumoyun Sultanov 7-6, 6-4, edging a tight first-set tie-break before taking control in the second. In singles, 19-year-old Daniel Adeleye beat Sultanov 6-3, 6-4 in a composed display that highlighted his growing maturity on the court. The victory strengthened Nigeria’s Davis Cup campaign and underlined recent efforts to rebuild the sport locally. Tennis administrators have repeatedly pointed to renewed grassroots programmes and increased international exposure for players as signs of progress. Nigeria Tennis Federation President Victor Ochei described the win as a significant step for the sport, noting that the team had defied expectations against opponents considered stronger on paper.For Adeleye, who switched allegiance from Zimbabwe to Nigeria, the tie in Lagos marked another milestone in his development, with the teenager continuing to emerge as one of the country’s brightest prospects. Morocco, however, present a tougher test. With a stronger tennis pedigree and home advantage, they will enter the September tie as slight favourites. For Nigeria, the challenge will be to translate the momentum from Lagos into another statement performance on foreign soil and keep alive hopes of climbing further up the Davis Cup ladder.Tunde Eludini is a graduate of the Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, Nigeria where he studied International Relations. He is a Senior Correspondent coordinating the sports section for PREMIUM TIMES.
Nigeria Morocco Tennis Davis Cup Football
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Nigeria’s Digital Push Moves To Grassroots As Youth Corps Lead Literacy DriveThe Latest News from Nigeria and Around the World
Read more ”
Mexican Police To Use Robot Dogs At 2026 World CupThe global spectacle, which will take place from June 11 to July 19, is being hosted by Mexico alongside the United States and Canada.
Read more ”
Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Development Plan Welcomed by Northern Nigeria Minorities GroupThe Northern Nigeria Minorities Group (NNMG) has lauded the federal government’s approval of the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026-2030), viewing it as a crucial step towards Nigeria’s economic growth. The plan, endorsed by the National Economic Council, aims for a $1 trillion economy by 2030, focusing on economic reforms, infrastructure, job creation, human capital, and food security. NNMG highlights the plan’s relevance to Northern Nigeria’s challenges and supports the private-sector-led growth strategy targeting key sectors.
Read more ”
Electoral Act: Yiaga, Kukah Centre, IPC, others reject Senate’s new decision on electronic transmissionPremium Times – Nigeria’bs leading online newspaper, delivering breaking news and deep investigative reports from Nigeria
Read more ”
National security, justice, and the people’s wellbeing: Reclaiming the purpose of power, By Nasir Ahmad El-RufaiPremium Times – Nigeria’bs leading online newspaper, delivering breaking news and deep investigative reports from Nigeria
Read more ”
Court rules former SMEDAN director has case to answer in N119 million fraud trialPremium Times – Nigeria’bs leading online newspaper, delivering breaking news and deep investigative reports from Nigeria
Read more “
