Women’s Football

Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, is set to begin their journey to the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup with a second-round qualifier against Rwanda. The Falconets, who hold an impressive record of 44 wins and three draws in African qualifiers, were given a bye into this stage due to their strong past performances. […]

Nigerian forward Maryann Ogochukwu Ohadiwe made history by becoming the first Nigerian female footballer to score a brace in the Macedonian Women’s Cup Final. Representing Ljuboten Women’s Team, Ogochukwu’s two goals were crucial in their 3-0 triumph over Tiverija Brera. The match, held at the national stadium, saw Ogochukwu shine as she led her team

Nigerian football star Sunday Juliet Chinonso has made history by becoming the first Nigerian female footballer to score a double hat trick six goals in a single match in the Israeli Women’s League. Playing for Hapoel Be’er Sheva, Chinonso netted an extraordinary seven goals during her team’s commanding 9-2 victory over Hapoel Petach Tikva. Her

Nigerian midfielder Ogechi Ukwuoma has swiftly established herself as a vital player for FK Apolonia Fier in the Albanian Women’s League. Since her debut, Ukwuoma’s performances have consistently stood out, marking her as one of the league’s top defensive midfielders. In a recent 1-1 draw against KF Vllaznia, a club vying for the league title,

Olaiya Barakat Ayomide delivered yet another stellar performance as ASA Tel Aviv cruised to a commanding win over city rivals Hapoel Tel Aviv. The highly anticipated clash saw Ayomide orchestrating play from midfield with precision and flair, contributing significantly to ASA Tel Aviv’s dominance. From the outset, ASA Tel Aviv controlled possession and pressed high

Bayelsa Queens kicked off their 2024/25 NWFL Premiership Super Six Playoffs campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over their South-South rivals, Rivers Angels, on Saturday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State. The match, marked by intense battles for possession and strategic play, saw the Prosperity Girls secure three crucial points to launch

As anticipation builds for the 2024/25 Nigeria Women Football League Premiership Super Six Playoffs, Edo Queens are leaving nothing to chance. The team held an intense training session at the Remo International Sports Complex in Ikenne, Ogun State, with the squad focusing on peak performance and tactical preparation for the tournament scheduled from May 9

Aston Villa U18s secured a stunning 3-1 victory over Manchester City U18s in the FA Youth Cup final, with highly-rated midfielder Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba delivering a standout performance and registering his name on the scoresheet. The match, held with high intensity, saw Villa take control early, displaying effective attacking and disciplined defending throughout. Jimoh-Aloba’s goal was

Ibom Angels FC, affectionately known as the Orange Ladies, continued their inspiring 2025 Federation Cup campaign with a gritty 1-0 win over Delta Queens at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu, securing a spot in the quarterfinals. The breakthrough came in the 39th minute when Ugobest Osuji calmly slotted home a penalty, notching her second

Blessed Stars FC delivered a commanding performance to thrash Sillina FC 5–1 in a Matchday 3 showdown at the Uyo Township Stadium in the 2025 Nationwide League One (NLO). The emphatic victory saw Blessed Stars rise to the top of the 12-team Uyo Centre standings, level on points with FC ONE Rocket but ahead on