Women’s Football

The Nigeria U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have commenced preparations for the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco with a 30 player training camp in Abuja. Head coach Bankole Olowookere has named four goalkeepers, nine defenders, nine midfielders and nine forwards to battle for spots in the final tournament squad. Among the […]

It was a stirring night in Yamoussoukro as Bayelsa Queens overcame a rocky start to clinch a spot in the WAFU B Women’s Champions League final. After falling behind to Burkina Faso’s USFA just two minutes in through Comfort Yeboah, Emem Essien restored parity in the 15th minute with a well-placed header. The deciding moment

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala is close to completing a move to Saudi Arabian Women’s Premier League side Al-Hilal, according to reports. The forward arrived in Riyadh on Monday and successfully underwent her medicals, with an official announcement expected soon. The Athletic revealed that Bay FC of the National Women’s Soccer League in the United

Bayelsa Queens forward Vera Samuel is basking in the momentum after her influence was instrumental in securing three successive victories in the CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU B qualifiers. Her dynamic presence helped the Nigerian champions build confidence as the tournament shifts into its knockout phase . In their most recent triumph, Bayelsa Queens defeated

Michelle Alozie struck in stoppage time to hand the Houston Dash a dramatic 2-1 victory over Gotham FC in the National Women’s Soccer League on Sunday evening. The match, held at Sports Illustrated Stadium, was interrupted in the second half by thunderstorms, leading to a suspension of play for over two hours. Gotham’s Esther González

Oluwatosin Blessing Demehin has officially extended her stay at Galatasaray, agreeing a new contract with the Turkish club. The announcement came from the club following her noteworthy contributions since arriving on a free transfer in September 2024. She has played a key part in their historic Champions League qualification and was instrumental in Nigeria’s recent

Abia State has been confirmed as the host for the 2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Championship, scheduled from 11 to 21 September 2025. Seventeen clubs are competing in this second-tier women’s football league, aiming for promotion to the NWFL Premiership. They will be divided into four groups, with the top team from each group

Despite the lack of access to the full story on Complete Sports, multiple credible reports indicate that Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has recently departed Atlético Madrid following the expiration of her contract. Everton have emerged as frontrunners in her next move, while interest from clubs in the NWSL (USA) is also said to be

Newly appointed head coach Moses Aduku has announced a 35-player squad for the Nigeria U-20 women’s national team (Falconets) as they begin preparations for next month’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup second-round qualifier against Rwanda. The camp, scheduled to begin on 11 August in Abuja, brings together a balanced squad featuring four goalkeepers, eleven defenders,

A fresh chapter is underway for the Nigeria U-20 women’s team as head coach Moses Aduku has summoned a squad of 35 players to commence preparations for next month’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup second-round qualifier against Rwanda. The group, comprising four goalkeepers, 11 defenders, nine midfielders and 11 forwards, will gather in Abuja on