Women’s Football

Veteran Nigerian women’s football coach Bala Nkiyu has warned that defending champions Super Falcons will face a tough challenge in the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in 2026. Nkiyu said the Falcons should not assume an easy path as they prepare to defend their continental crown. The experienced coach spoke amid growing anticipation […]

Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, are targeting a commanding first leg result when they host Senegal in the first match of their third round FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying tie at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta. The fixture is part of Nigeria’s quest to reach the 2026 World Cup in Poland.

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala was the star of the show on Thursday as she scored a first half brace, but her efforts were not enough to secure all three points for Al Hilal Ladies in a thrilling 3–3 draw with Al Ahli in the Saudi Women’s Premier League. The Nigerian international’s goals came in

Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, have arrived in Abeokuta to prepare for their crucial FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup third-round qualifying tie against Senegal’s Lionesses de Téranga, with the first leg set for Saturday at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex. The move to Abeokuta follows approval from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after

Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, continued their build-up for the upcoming FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying tie against Senegal with a victory over domestic side Robo Queens in a friendly encounter. The win came as part of a series of matches aimed at improving sharpness, cohesion and competitive rhythm ahead of the

Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) club Delta Queens have named Osazee Francis as their new head coach ahead of the resumption of the women’s league season. Francis takes charge with the aim of guiding the Delta-based club through the 2025–26 NWFL Premiership, which has been ongoing since late 2025. The coaching change comes as Delta

Nigeria’s Falconets will now host Senegal in the first leg of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup third qualifying round in Abeokuta. The match will take place at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, with the venue change sanctioned by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following a request from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie produced another impressive display as Brighton & Hove Albion Women recorded a 1–0 win over Everton Women, featuring compatriot Toni Payne, in a Women’s Super League (WSL) clash at Goodison Park on Friday. The decisive moment came in the 41st minute when Jelena Čanković scored for Brighton, giving them the

Ibom Angels FC claimed a hard-fought 2–1 win over Ekiti Queens in Matchday Seven of the 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership at Uyo Township Stadium — even though the match was played behind closed doors. The hosts started strongly and took the lead in the 10th minute through Happiness Agboye. Ekiti Queens responded

Nigeria international Toni Payne delivered a superb performance as Everton Women ran out comfortable 5–0 winners over West Bromwich Albion Women in the FA Cup Fourth Round on Friday, booking their place in the fifth round. Payne was directly involved in two of Everton’s goals, starting the move that led to Yuka Momiki’s opener inside