National Football Teams

Super Falcons coach, Randy Waldrum, has highlighted the challenging weather conditions that affected the first leg of their Olympic qualifier against South Africa. Despite Nigeria securing a 1-0 advantage in the crucial fixture, Waldrum acknowledged the difficulties his team faced due to the extreme heat. Speaking about the match, Waldrum commended his team’s performance, noting that they maintained control for …

The joint bid by Nigeria and neighbours Republic of Benin has loomed to the forefront in the race for hosting of the 36th edition of Africa Cup of Nations in 2027, with the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football to vote on the bids for both 2025 and 2027 in Cairo on Wednesday. The meeting will take place …

In a tense showdown at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja, Nigeria’s Super Falcons claimed a vital 1-0 victory over South Africa’s Banyana Banyana in the Olympic qualifier clash. Read Also: Special Eagles Seek Government Support Towards African Cup of Nations The match, brimming with anticipation, showcased the resilience and tactical prowess of both sides. Under the astute guidance of …

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana suffered a 1-0 defeat against Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the first leg of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games final qualifiers. Read Also: Special Eagles Seek Government Support Towards African Cup of Nations However, head coach Desiree Ellis remains hopeful, stating that her team also deserved a penalty in the match. The lone goal of the match …

Amidst swirling speculations, former Super Eagles goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama has unequivocally denied rumors suggesting that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed him to a backroom staff role ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. Read Also: Ijebu United Parts Ways With Anthony Encho Mid-Season The conjectures gained momentum after Vincent Enyeama posted a cryptic …

Players in the camp of Nigeria’s amputee football national team, Special Eagles, are braving all odds, in order to shine at the forthcoming continental showpiece. The squad is set to storm Egypt in the middle of this month, to line out with 15 other teams at the 2024 African Amputee Football Cup of Nations (AAFCON). The competition, which will serve …

Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, has outlined the strategic approach that the team must adopt to secure victory in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Peseiro stressed that the primary objective is to advance from their group, which includes the host nation, Guinea Bissau, and Equatorial Guinea. Read Also: Sunusi Ibrahim Generosity Shines – Bestows Kano Pillars Players …

South Africa’s goalkeeper, Kaylin Christen Swart, has called upon her teammates to give their best in the upcoming clash against Nigeria’s Super Falcons. This match is a decisive step towards securing a spot in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Read Also: Lagos F.A To Hold Bye Elections 10 April The Super Falcons, under the guidance of Coach Randy Waldrum, have managed …

Nigerian football enthusiasts are celebrating Napoli striker Victor James Osimhen’s recent red card in a game against AS Roma. The unconventional joy stems from the collective desire to ensure Osimhen’s fitness and availability for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following his unfortunate injury that ruled him out of the previous edition. Read Also: Peseiro Maps Out Winning Formula …

Randy Waldrum, the coach of the Super Falcons, has expressed his reaction to the team’s remarkable ascent in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking. Read Also: Adeola’s Vision: Illuminating Local Talent Through Grassroots Football Initiatives Following their standout performance in the 2023 FIFA World Cup held in Australia and New Zealand, the Super Falcons have surged eight places and are …