Nigeria National Teams

The Nigerian Falconets began their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 campaign on a losing note, after losing 2-0 to Spain in their Group F opener on Monday. completesports.com information. Goals in each half from Marisa García and Alba Cerrato gave Spain a perfect start to the tournament. Spain started strongly and controlled much of the match and created multiple …

MTN Nigeria, the official and exclusive communications partner to the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), has commended the Super Eagles on their stunning triumph over South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in the semi-final showdown of the ongoing AFCON tournament. In a display of sheer skill and grit, the Super Eagles showcased their unwavering determination at the Stade de la Paix Stadium in …

The Nigerian Falconets arrived in Katowice on Thursday as preparations entered the final phase ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland. The team left their training base in Trzebnica and checked into the Novotel Katowice Centrum ahead of their first Group F clash against Spain on Monday. The Falconets spent 10 days in Trzebnica, where coach …

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets will face Ivory Coast and Niger in Group B of the 2026 WAFU B Under-17 Championship. The two best teams in the group will advance to the semifinals of the competition. Hosts Burkina Faso will face Ghana, Benin Republic and Togo in Group A. Also Read:WAFU B Under-17 Championship: Golden Eaglets to reveal group opponents on Thursday …

The Super Eagles will begin their 2027 African Cup of Nations qualification campaign against Barea of ​​Madagascar. completesports.com information. The matchday one fixture is scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Wednesday, September 23. Eric Chelle’s team will then travel to Morocco for their second qualifying match against Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau on Sunday 27 September. …

A commission of inquiry set up to investigate Nigeria’s recent poor performance in international football has alleged that some officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have interfered in player selection and coaching appointments involving the country’s national teams. The president of the committee, Fanny Amunhe revealed it on Monday in Abuja presenting the findings of the panel report. Amun …

Former President of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, has revealed that he had a warm, respectful and personal relationship with the late Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi. Pinnick maintained that they shared a good bond and noted that he was the first person to arrive at Keshi’s house after the coach died in 2016. Also Read: Ajayi, Awoniyi …

Nigeria will end its 11-year partnership with Nike and return to Adidas, after agreeing an equipment deal worth $8.5 million a year which the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) says is the largest in African football. According to ESPN, former NFF president Ibrahim Gusau, who resigned along with the federation’s executive committee on Thursday, revealed the deal at a press conference …

President of the Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, Ibrahim Gusau has formally resigned from his position, ending his tenure as head of the country’s football governing body. Gusau confirmed his resignation at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, stating that the decision takes immediate effect. Mohammed Sanusi, secretary general of the NFF, also announced his resignation during the press conference. …

The Nigerian Falconets have arrived in Poland ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. completesports.com information. The team will now intensify preparations for the big global event, focusing on final training sessions, tactical exercises and ensuring the players are in the best condition for the tournament. Before leaving Nigeria, the Falconets underwent an extensive training program in Abuja, …