Women’s Football

The Super Falcons are set to face France’s Les Bleues in a high profile international friendly on Saturday, 30th November 2024. The match will be held at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, France, with a 9:30 pm local kick off time. France is using this friendly as preparation for the upcoming League of Nations […]

Nigeria’s women’s amputee football team, the Special Falcons, has withdrawn from the inaugural Women’s Amputee Football World Cup in Colombia, set to begin on November 4, 2024. The withdrawal, along with Kenya’s, was due to the Colombian embassy’s refusal to grant visas to the teams. This situation leaves only ten teams in the competition, with

Asisat Oshoala, the celebrated Nigerian striker, is poised to make history with Bay FC as they prepare for their final game of the regular National Women’s Soccer League NWSL season against Houston Dash at Shell Energy Stadium. A win or draw will secure Bay FC a spot in the playoffs, an impressive achievement in their

Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has opened up about the deep significance of her tattoo depicting the map of Nigeria on her right arm. Payne, born in the United States, revealed that she didn’t always feel connected to her Nigerian roots growing up. However, her involvement with Nigeria’s national team and frequent visits have helped

Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, has expressed pride in the Flamingos’ performance at the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic. Despite their 0-2 quarter final loss to the USA, Sanusi highlighted the team’s impressive group stage achievements, where they won all three matches, scoring nine

The Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Premiership Media Directors Forum has appointed its inaugural executive team, tasked with enhancing the league’s profile and visibility through quality sports journalism. This election, held virtually on October 27, 2024, reflects the forum’s commitment to transforming the NWFL’s media presence to support its growth and attract sponsorship. Faith Oluchi

The Super Falcons of Nigeria are set to face Algeria in an international friendly today, marking their first match since the departure of former coach Randy Waldrum. Interim coach Justin Madugu leads the team with a fresh approach, integrating a mix of foreign based players and talents from Nigeria’s domestic league a significant shift from

Nigeria’s U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, may soon face England’s Young Lionesses in the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup semifinals, provided both teams win their next knockout games. The possibility of this matchup has intensified after FIFA reduced a suspension for Arsenal and England midfielder Omotara Junaid, who received a red card in

The Nigerian U17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, continued their impressive form in the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup with a resounding 4-0 win over Ecuador, securing their place in the quarterfinals. Following a 4-1 victory over New Zealand in their opening match, the Flamingos have now scored eight goals and conceded just one across

Flamingos Head Coach Bankole Olowookere expressed optimism about his team’s chances as they prepare to face Ecuador in their next FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup match in the Dominican Republic. After a strong opening victory over New Zealand, Olowookere emphasised the need to remain focused on each match, saying, Our tournament strategy is to take