Women’s Football

Rivers Angels player Alvine Dah Zossu expressed her optimism following the team’s challenging 2-1 win against Edo Queens in the NWFL Super 6. During the post match press conference, Dah Zossu reflected on the game, noting that their coach had prepared them for a tough match. From the onset, our coach told us it was […]

The stage is set for the 2024 Naija Women Football Awards, recognizing the best talents and stakeholders in the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Premiership season. The award ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, coinciding with the ongoing NWFL Premiership Championship playoffs. Key awards to be presented include

Edo Queens of Benin City are aiming to secure their second consecutive victory in the Nigerian Women’s Football League NWFL Super 6 as they face Rivers Angels of Port Harcourt on Monday. While Rivers Angels drew 1-1 with Bayelsa Queens on Saturday, Edo Queens delivered a commanding 5-1 victory over Confluence Queens in the opening

Edo Queens began their NWFL Super Six campaign with a dominant 5-1 victory over Confluence Queens in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The match took place on Saturday morning and featured standout performances from Emem Essien and Goodness Osigwe, who both scored twice and a goal from Chioma Moses. Confluence Queens’ only goal was scored by Merit

Rivers Angels’ defender Sarah Iloduba has called on fans to support the team as they prepare for the Super Six playoff tournament. The Port Harcourt based club will compete against Heartland Queens, Confluence Queens, Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and Bayelsa Queens for the 2024 Nigeria Women Football League NWFL title. The Super Six tournament is

Nigeria U20 striker Janet Semenya hailed as the ‘New Asisat Oshoala, has turned down multiple offers from foreign clubs. Training under the guidance of legendary player Asisat Oshoala, Semenya has opted to focus on her development and participation in this year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia, which begins on August 31. Polish club

Chiamaka Nnadozie, the Nigerian goalkeeper, demonstrated an exceptional performance in the D1 Arkema playoffs semifinal, despite Paris FC Feminine’s defeat to Paris Saint Germain PSG. Although Paris FC was eliminated in a dramatic penalty shootout, Nnadozie’s efforts were recognized as she was named Player of the Match. Throughout the game, Nnadozie showcased her agility and

In a remarkable display of football prowess, Edo Queens FC of Benin stormed through their Federation Cup Round of 32 matches, overpowering Kada Queens of Kaduna with an 8-2 victory. The match, held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, saw Edo Queens secure their place in the round of 16 with an impressive performance. The match

After a significant hiatus of 16 years, Nigeria has reclaimed its position in the Olympic women’s football tournament. The pivotal moment arrived during a dramatic match up with South Africa in April, where Rasheedat Ajibade’s penalty in the first leg sealed the victory. This triumph heralds the Super Falcons’ much anticipated return to the Olympics

In a display of prowess at the U17 European Championship, Arsenal’s dynamic midfielder Omotara Junaid marked her debut by mirroring the achievements of former England youth star Ashleigh Plumptre. England secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Norway in the tournament’s opener, held at Lund’s Klostergårdens. Junaid, stepping onto the European stage, follows in the footsteps