Youth Football

Nigeria has another opportunity to make history at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup, with the country’s young team set to represent African football on the global stage. The maiden edition of the tournament will see Nigeria compete against top youth sides from around the world as they aim for glory at a FIFA age-grade […]

Horvel Angels overturned the odds on Saturday, defeating defending champions Fosla Academy 2–0 to claim the 2025 HerGame Girls Football Championship. The Abuja-based side booked their place in the final with a convincing 2–0 semi-final win over Generation Next, thanks to a brace from forward Odide Lilian. Her first goal came shortly after the break

Team Nigeria has been crowned world champions at the 2025 FC Bayern Youth Cup after securing a 1–0 victory over Rwanda in the final. The tournament, staged in Germany, featured participants from around the globe Nigeria qualified via the national finals and went on to out-perform other teams to claim the top prize. Nigeria’s triumph

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets wrapped up their WAFU B U17 campaign by securing the bronze medal with a 2-0 win over Burkina Faso. This victory ended their tournament on a high note. The goals came at critical junctures, giving Nigeria control of the match. Ahmed Yusuf was named the Man of the Match for a commanding

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets were edged out 2-0 by Ghana in the semi-finals of the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, meaning the Black Starlets will represent their zone at the 2026 U-17 AFCON in Morocco. The goals came in the first half. Michael Awuli put Ghana ahead in the 26th minute, and Robinho Yao capitalised on

Mubarak Emmanuel Suleiman has made history by becoming the first player based in Nigeria to feature in the UEFA Youth League. He earned the distinction after signing with Slavia Prague and being included in the matchday squad for their U19/Youth League fixture. At 18 years old, Suleiman made the move from Right2Win Academy in Nigeria

Four young players eligible for Nigeria found the net in Friday’s Premier League 2 action, All Nigeria Soccer reports. Olabade Aluko captained Leicester City in their tough 6-3 loss to Tottenham Hotspur, getting his side’s first goal by weaving past two defenders before slotting home from a tight angle in the 21st minute. Chibuzo Nwoko

Midfielder Daniel Daga has officially joined the Flying Eagles squad as Nigeria prepares for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. Daga is expected to link up with the team upon their arrival in Chile from his base in Norway. The 18 year old has previously featured for the Flying Eagles at the 2023 U-20

Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has singled out Nigeria’s group opponents—Norway, Saudi Arabia and Colombia as key matches to target during the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The U-20 side will open their campaign in Chile on 29 September against Norway, before facing Saudi Arabia three days later, and closing out group play versus

The group stage of the 1xCup 2025, Nigeria’s premier amateur football tournament, has concluded, with 12 teams advancing to the knockout rounds. The final matchday last Tuesday brought drama, goals, and a clearer picture of the road to the trophy. None of last year’s top four teams managed to top their groups, reflecting increasing parity