2026 WAFCONQ: Team Captain Rasheedat Ajibade Joins Super Falcons Camp Ahead of Benin Republic Clash
Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade has joined the Super Falcons camp in Lome, as the team intensifies preparations for their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifying first-leg encounter against Benin Republic. The Benin Republic will host the Super Falcons on Friday at the Stade de Kégué in Lome, Togo, with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 p.m. local time. Read Also: Morocco...
Morocco 2025: “Everything Is Not Lost” — Flamingos Coach Bankole Olowookere Targets Big Win Against Samoa After Back-to-Back Defeats
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s coach, Bankole Olowookere, remains optimistic about his team’s chances of advancing despite suffering consecutive defeats at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The Flamingos fell 1–0 to France on Wednesday, their second loss of the tournament following an opening-day setback against Canada. Read Also: Nigeria’s Comfort Erhabor opens up on her Black hero and journey to...
Nigeria’s Comfort Erhabor opens up on her Black hero and journey to football confidence
Former Nigeria U17 women’s team goalkeeper invitee, Comfort Erhabor, who currently plays for Portsmouth Women in the English Women’s Championship, has spoken candidly about the people who have inspired her both on and off the pitch. The talented shot-stopper, who grew up in a small village in the Netherlands, revealed that she wasn’t exposed to much diversity during her early...
Nigeria’s Salis Haruna emerging as next defensive midfield gem from Kaduna
Young Nigerian talent Salis Haruna, hailing from Kaduna State, is rapidly gaining recognition as one of the most promising defensive midfielders in grassroots football. Currently playing for Grassrunners FC of Ogun State, Haruna’s versatility allows him to excel both as a defensive midfielder and centre-back, making him an invaluable asset to his team. Read Also: Nigeria’s Arinze Ogbodo Tipped as Next...
Nigeria’s Arinze Ogbodo Tipped as Next Big Striking Talent From Enugu
Young Nigerian forward Arinze Ogbodo, a promising striker from Enugu State, is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting attacking prospects in local football. Currently playing for MTA FC Enugu, Ogbodo has drawn attention for his exceptional pace, agility, and sharp eye for goal. The dynamic forward is widely regarded as a complete striker — combining speed, intelligent movement,...
Nigeria’s Tochukwu Michael arrives in Austria to begin Wolfsberger AC journey
Former Remo Stars midfielder Tochukwu Michael has officially arrived in Austria to begin his new chapter with Wolfsberger AC, marking another milestone in his promising football career. The talented Nigerian midfielder has already resumed full training with the Austrian Bundesliga side and expressed his excitement about joining the Dïe Wölfe (The Wolves) family. Read Also: Tanzania’s Twiga Stars defeat Ethiopia 2-0...
Tanzania’s Twiga Stars defeat Ethiopia 2-0 to edge closer to 2026 WAFCON qualification
Dar es Salaam – Tanzania’s Women’s National Football Team, Twiga Stars, took a major step toward qualifying for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after securing an impressive 2–0 victory over Ethiopia in the first leg played at the Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam. The hosts dominated the encounter from start to finish, showing composure, tactical discipline,...
Tanzania’s Shomari Kapombe nominated for 2025 CAF African Player of the Year award
Dar es Salaam – Tanzania’s Shomari Kapombe, captain of Simba SC, has been named among the nominees for the 2025 CAF African Player of the Year award, marking a proud milestone for Tanzanian football. The veteran right-back, who also stars for the Tanzania national team, Taifa Stars, joins an elite list of contenders that includes Ismail Belkasemi, Blati Touré, Issoufou...
2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Super Falcons seek comfortable win over Bénin’s Amazons
The 25,000 -capacity Stade de Kégué in the Togolese capital, Lomè is venue for Friday’s 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations final qualifying fixture, first leg match between 10-time champions Nigeria and their Bèninoise counterparts, known as Amazons, with the Cup holders seeking a comfortable win that will render the return leg in Nigeria on Tuesday a mere formality. Head...
FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025: Flamingos lose by the odd goal to France
The hopes of Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, advancing to the knockout stages of the ongoing FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in Morocco became slim on Wednesday night, following the team's 0-1 reverse against France – its second loss in as many games. Both teams played conservatively and created few chances in the first 45 minutes, defending robustly, with Nigeria making...
