Tag: #NigeriaFootball
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NIGERIA’S FLAMINGOS SOAR TO ROUND OF 16 IN U-17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, made a stunning comeback in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco by securing a dominant 4-0 win over Samoa. Queen Joseph led the charge with two goals, while Captain Shakirat Moshood netted a penalty and Azeezat Oduntan added a stylish fourth. After tough losses to Canada and…
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SUPER FALCONS KICK OFF TRAINING IN LOMÉ AHEAD OF CRITICAL WAFCON QUALIFIER AGAINST BENIN
The ten-time African champions, Nigeria’s Super Falcons, have started their training camp in Lomé, Togo, as they prepare for their 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final qualifying match against Benin Republic. Leading the early arrivals was six-time Africa Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala, joined by new call-up Joy Omewa and key players…
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SHOOTING STARS CLIMB TO SECOND IN NPFL WITH 2-0 WIN OVER ABIA WARRIORS
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) showed dominance at home, beating Abia Warriors 2-0 to move up to second place in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standings. The win at Lekan Salami Sports Complex in Ibadan saw Ayobami Junior open the scoring in the 20th minute, setting the tone for the Oluyole Warriors’ solid performance.…
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KANO PILLARS SUSPEND TECHNICAL ADVISER OGENYI EVANS AND CHIEF COACH AHMED GARBA AMID POOR NPFL RUN
After a rocky start to the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League season, Kano Pillars have suspended their Technical Adviser, Ogenyi Evans, and Chief Coach, Ahmed Garba, as the club looks to turn around its fortunes. With just two wins from eight league games, the management says this move aims to reposition the team for better…
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ARGENTINA BEATS NIGERIA 4-0, ELIMINATES FLYING EAGLES FROM U-20 WORLD CUP
Two-time champions Argentina ousted Nigeria’s Flying Eagles with a 4-0 win in the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile. Argentina quickly took the lead with Alejo Sarco scoring in the 2nd minute, followed by two goals from Maher Carrizo. Substitute Matheus Silvetti sealed the victory with a fourth goal.…
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NIGERIA’S FLAMINGOS DEPART FOR MOROCCO AHEAD OF FIFA U-17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP
Flamingos gear up to soar in Morocco, armed with confidence and a blazing scoring record. Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, leaves Abuja Wednesday for Morocco to finalize preparations for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Settling first in Casablanca, they’ll face tough friendlies against New Zealand and Paraguay before moving to Rabat for…
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FLYING EAGLES CLINCH DRAMATIC 3-2 WIN OVER SAUDI ARABIA IN U20 WORLD CUP
Nigeria’s late penalty seals victory, boosting hopes for Round of 16 spot. Nigeria’s Flying Eagles edged Saudi Arabia 3-2 in a thrilling Group F match at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Talca, Chile. Nasiru Salihu and Amos Ochoche gave Nigeria a halftime lead, but Saudi Arabia twice equalized. In stoppage time, captain Daniel Bameyi…
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ASANTE KOTOKO ENDS KWARA UNITED’S CAF CONFEDERATION CUP RUN
Ghanaian giants hold firm with a 1-0 win, sealing a 5-3 aggregate victory over Kwara United. Asante Kotoko defeated Kwara United 1-0 at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta, ending the Nigerian side’s continental hopes. After a thrilling 4-3 win in Accra last week, Kotoko’s Hubert Gyau scored the decisive goal early in the…
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NIGERIA’S WORLD CUP QUALIFYING HOPES DIM AFTER DRAW WITH SOUTH AFRICA
Disappointing 1-1 draw puts Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup qualification on a knife-edge. Fans and analysts are concerned after Nigeria’s stalemate against South Africa, severely weakening their chances for Qatar 2026. Experts say Nigeria must win upcoming matches against Lesotho and Benin with strong goal differences while hoping for South Africa’s slip. A possible point…
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SUPER EAGLES B AIM TO BEAT SUDAN AND CONGO TO ADVANCE IN CAF CHAMPIONSHIP
Despite a tough 1-0 loss to defending champions Senegal, football fans in Aba believe the Super Eagles B can still qualify for the knockout stage of the CAF Championship. Supporters say winning the upcoming matches against Sudan and Congo is crucial and within reach if the team stays focused and avoids underestimating their opponents. The…
