The festive football calendar delivered its usual chaos and drama. Packed schedules tested squad depth, with top teams grinding out results while others dropped costly points. Rotations were heavy, performances uneven, but the intensity never dipped. Proof that festive football is as much about mentality as quality.

Turning to the Afcon, the Nigerian Super Eagles faced the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia in a thrilling Group C clash. A match that had everything football fans crave: goals, tension, momentum shifts, and late drama under the lights in Fez.