African Football
CAF competitions, continental storylines, and rising talent
Flamingos Coach Akeem Busari Set for Remo Stars Ladies Role
Flamingos coach Akeem Busari is set to take on a new role with Remo Stars Ladies while continuing his assignment with Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team.
Edo Queens Appeal CAF Ruling as NFF Forwards Case to CAF Appeals Board
The NFF has forwarded Edo Queens’ appeal to the CAF Appeals Board following the Organising Committee for Women’s Football decision on the WAFU-B final. The appeal fee has also been paid.
Guinea-Bissau 3-0 Nigeria: Super Eagles Suffer Heavy Defeat in AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Nigeria suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in Bissau on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in their second Group L match of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. The Super Eagles conceded in both halves to fall to second in the standings, while Guinea-Bissau maintained their winning start to the campaign.
Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles Starting XI Confirmed for AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Nigeria have named their starting XI for Tuesday’s AFCON 2027 qualifier against Guinea-Bissau in Bissau, with Stanley Nwabali in goal and Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka and Alex Iwobi forming the midfield.
From Flamingos and Falconets to Super Falcons: Young Players Invited for LA 2028 Qualifiers
Nigeria’s 28-player Super Falcons squad for the LA 2028 Olympic qualifiers includes a promising group of young talents. From Flamingos standout Oluwakemi Adegbuyi to former U-17 captain Shakirat Moshood and Benfica forward Janet Akekoromowei, meet the emerging players earning their chance with the senior team.
Nigeria Super Falcons Begin LA 2028 Olympics Race as Coach Eguavoen Names 28-Player Squad for Comoros
Augustine Eguavoen has named a 28-player Super Falcons squad for the October 2026 Olympic qualifiers against Comoros as Nigeria begin their campaign to secure back-to-back appearances at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles AFCON 2027 Qualifier Preview, Kick-off Time, Squads, Head-to-Head & How to Watch Live
The Super Eagles face Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, 29 September, in their second Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Both teams won their opening matches, setting up an early battle for the group lead. Here is the kick-off time, venue, squads, head-to-head record and how to follow the match.
CAF Annuls Nigeria’s Edo Queens 4-1 Penalty Win Over Ghana’s Ampem Darkoa, WAFU-B Final to Resume From Extra Time
CAF has annulled the penalty shootout that gave Edo Queens a 4-1 victory over Ampem Darkoa Ladies in the WAFU-B qualifying final. The match will resume from the beginning of extra time with the score at 2-2.
Chidi Harmony Chidera: The Captain Who Came to Beat Everyone at the WAFU B U17 Girls Cup
Captain Chidi Harmony Chidera scored four goals as Nigeria’s Flamingos beat Togo 4-0 to win the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup with a perfect record. Harmony said beating Ghana and hosts Côte d’Ivoire meant the most after Nigeria lost the 2024 final to Ghana on penalties.
Nigeria 4-0 Togo: Flamingos Win WAFU B U17 Girls Cup With Perfect Record
Nigeria’s Flamingos beat Togo 4-0 to win the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup with a perfect record. Harmony scored two penalties, Umejiaku and Adegbuyi added the late goals, and Nigeria finished on 15 points with 17 scored and two conceded.
Nigeria vs Togo: Flamingos Final WAFU B U17 Girls Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria face Togo in their final 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup fixture on Sunday, 27 September, in Yamoussoukro. The Flamingos have 12 points from four wins and will be crowned champions with a win or draw.
Nigeria 2-1 Madagascar: Ilenikhena, Usor Shine on Super Eagles Debut as Moses Simon Reaches 100 Caps
The Super Eagles began their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign with a 2–1 comeback win over Madagascar, with George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor both scoring on their senior international debuts. Moses Simon also reached 100 appearances for Nigeria.
Nigeria vs Madagascar: Chelle Names Super Eagles Starting XI for AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Stanley Nwabali starts in goal, with Wilfred Ndidi captaining the Super Eagles as Nigeria face Madagascar in their opening 2027 AFCON qualifier.
Osinachi Ohale Retires from International Football After 16 Years of Service to Nigeria
Super Falcons defender Osinachi Ohale has announced her retirement from international football after 16 years, 86 caps, four FIFA Women’s World Cups and five WAFCON titles.
Nigeria vs Madagascar: Chelle Demands Strong Start as Ndidi Says Super Eagles Must Set the Momentum
Éric Chelle and Wilfred Ndidi have called for focus, intensity and a strong start as Nigeria begin their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo.
Nigeria 2-0 Côte d’Ivoire: Flamingos Make It Four From Four at WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos beat hosts Côte d’Ivoire 2-0 at the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup in Yamoussoukro. Oluwakemi Adegbuyi scored in the 4th minute and Pattra Oparanmegwa added a second in the 83rd as Nigeria made it four wins from four, 12 points and another clean sheet.
Nigeria vs Madagascar: Super Eagles AFCON 2027 Qualifier, Kick-off Time, Squad, Head-to-Head & How to Watch Live
Nigeria begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo on Friday, September 25. Here is everything to know about the Super Eagles' squad, Osimhen's absence, Madagascar's team news, head-to-head record, Group L, kick-off time and how to watch the match live.
Nigeria vs Côte d’Ivoire: Flamingos WAFU B U17 Girls Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria’s Flamingos face Côte d’Ivoire on Thursday in their fourth match of the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup. Nigeria lead the standings with nine points from three wins, while Côte d’Ivoire have six points from two wins and one defeat.
Nigeria 2-0 Burkina Faso: Flamingos Stay Top of WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos remain top of the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup table with nine points from three games after a 2-0 victory over Burkina Faso in Yamoussoukro.
Nigeria 0-1 Colombia: Falconets Exit FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup After Late Quarter-Final Blow
Nigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after a 1-0 quarter-final defeat to Colombia in Łódź. Despite creating more attempts and hitting the crossbar, Nigeria were punished by Valerin Loboa’s 90+2-minute winner after Kafayat Mafisere was sent off in the closing stages.