Women’s Football

Super Falcons Must Blend Talent with Teamwork, Says Igunbor

Super Falcons Must Blend Talent with Teamwork, Says Igunbor

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Former Super Falcons and Falconets assistant coach Gift Okunwa‑Igunbor has warned that workload alone will not sustain Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football. Speaking on the continent’s rising standards, she urged a strong emphasis on harmony and early preparation ahead of upcoming major competitions. Okunwa‑Igunbor pointed out that many African nations are now determined to

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Bayelsa Queens Boost Squad Ahead of CAF Women’s Champions League Quest

Bayelsa Queens Boost Squad Ahead of CAF Women’s Champions League Quest

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Bayelsa Queens have kicked off a strategic squad reinforcement campaign ahead of their CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers, head coach Ogbonda Whyte has confirmed. Following a detailed review of their performance in the recently concluded NWFL Super Six, the team has identified key areas in need of strengthening. “Definitely, we are already on it,” said

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Delta FA Hails Women's Win, Urges Investment in Men's Football

Delta FA Hails Women’s Win, Urges Investment in Men’s Football

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The Delta State Football Association (DFA) has lauded the state’s female football team for their outstanding gold medal finish at the National Sports Festival held in Abeokuta, while simultaneously urging authorities to channel more investment into the development of a formidable male team. Following an executive meeting at the Football House in Asaba, DFA Chairman

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Ajibade Confident as Falcons Eye WAFCON Glory

Ajibade Confident as Falcons Eye WAFCON Glory

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Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has voiced her confidence that Nigeria will put up a strong performance at the upcoming 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The Atletico Madrid forward shared her optimism following a morale-boosting 2-0 friendly win over Cameroon in Abeokuta, where she scored both goals. With the tournament set

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Flamingos Face Canada, France, and Samoa in U-17 World Cup Draw

Flamingos Face Canada, France, and Samoa in U-17 World Cup Draw

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Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, have been placed in a challenging Group D alongside Canada, France, and Samoa for the upcoming 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The draw, which determined the fixtures for the tournament’s ninth edition, was held at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Rabat, Morocco. The event was officiated by

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Paris FC to Replace Departing Nnadozie with Another Nigerian Goalkeeper

Paris FC to Replace Departing Nnadozie with Another Nigerian Goalkeeper

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Paris FC are set to continue their tradition of trusting Nigerian talent between the posts, as a new Super Falcons goalkeeper has been proposed to replace Chiamaka Nnadozie. The 24 year old shot stopper is on her way to English side Everton, after helping Paris FC clinch the French Cup title against Paris Saint-Germain. Nnadozie’s

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Emem Essien Earns Super Falcons Call-Up for Cameroon Friendlies

Emem Essien Earns Super Falcons Call-Up for Cameroon Friendlies

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Edo Queens striker Emem Essien has been called up to the Super Falcons for the upcoming international friendlies against Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses. The selection is a landmark moment in her career and recognition of her stellar form in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL). Essien, the reigning NWFL Most Valuable Player, has played a key

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Golden Eaglets Dominate Their Way into Festival Semi-Finals

Golden Eaglets Dominate Their Way into Festival Semi-Finals

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Five time world champions, the Golden Eaglets, surged into the semi-finals of the football event at the 22nd National Sports Festival in Ogun State with a commanding performance. Abdulmuiz Adeleke, who had earlier scored the opener in their 2-1 victory over Edo State, shone once again by netting a brace during Friday’s quarter-final clash against

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Super Falcons Announce Youthful Squad for Cameroon Friendlies

Super Falcons Announce Youthful Squad for Cameroon Friendlies

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The Nigeria Football Federation has released a 23-player roster for the Super Falcons’ upcoming friendly matches against Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses, scheduled for May 30 in Ikenne and June 3 in Abeokuta. Notably absent is star striker Asisat Oshoala, indicating a strategic shift towards integrating younger talent. Head coach Justin Madugu has assembled a squad with

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