Reasons for Nigeria’s near-total absence from CAF Awards.
This is why the slogan “we are hosting to win” is commonly heard in Nigerian sports.
“Hosting to win” means that a host city, state or the country itself is not just organising the tournament for the sake of hospitality but is actively determined […] Nigerians cherish it when they host and win major sporting events.
“Hosting to win” advocates rely heavily on home advantage—home ground, local fans, and familiar conditions—to dominate visiting opponents.
Proponents of this philosophy often reject the idea of merely being a friendly host. In Nigeria, while visitors are welcome to enjoy local hospitality, organisers work assiduously for the trophy to stay home. on Monday, December 7, the crème de la crème of African football will gather in Lagos for the prestigious 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards Ceremony, yet there will be no major award winner from the host nation. Nigeria will watch helplessly as visitors cart away the most coveted honours.
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