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Spain are world champions. But there's one team they couldn't beat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain are 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, unbeaten across eight matches. Seven wins. One team they just couldn't get past.
Super Falcons Hit High Gear for WAFCON 2026! Only 6 Additional Players Expected in Morocco Camp
Super Falcons intensify WAFCON 2026 build-up in Casablanca with 19 players now in camp. Full squad update including arrivals of Halimatu Ayinde, Osinachi Ohale and more ahead of Malawi clash.
Flying Eagles Launch Redemption Mission in WAFU B U20 Boys Cup Against Ghana – Targeting U20 AFCON & FIFA U20 World Cup (See Fixtures)
Flying Eagles eye redemption! Nigeria face arch-rivals Ghana in a blockbuster WAFU B U20 opener on 27 July. Full fixtures inside
Super Falcons Reportedly Set to Face Tanzania in Casablanca After Ghana Friendly Called Off - NFF Yet to Confirm | 2026 WAFCON Prep
Nigeria’s WAFCON 2026 warm-up plans took a hit after their friendly against Ghana was called off with barely a day’s notice. Now the Super Falcons turn to Tanzania for one final test in Casablanca before the tournament begins.
WAFCON 2026 Fixtures Released: Super Falcons Return to Morocco to Defend African Crown
The official WAFCON 2026 fixtures have been released, with defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons set to begin their quest for a record-extending 11th African title against Malawi. See the full group stage schedule, key fixtures, and how the tournament doubles as Africa’s qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Nigeria’s Road to the 2027 U20 FIFA World Cup Begins: Flying Eagles Drawn Against Ghana in 2026 WAFU B U20 Boys Cup
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have been drawn alongside Ghana, Burkina Faso and Togo in Group B of the 2026 WAFU B U20 Championship, the qualifying tournament for the 2027 CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations. The regional competition also offers teams a pathway to the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Nigeria's Teen Sensation Shakirat Moshood Seals Move to Torreense Ahead of Champions League Debut
From Ibadan's back streets to a first professional deal in Europe, 18-year-old Shakirat Moshood has gone from Flamingos captain to Torreense signing in just two years. Along the way she's topped scoring charts, lifted a league title, and finished runner-up for a continental young player award, and now she's chasing an even bigger dream: the Super Falcons.
Super Falcons Face Ghana in Final WAFCON 2026 Warm-up Clash
The Super Falcons of Nigeria will continue their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a high-profile international friendly against rivals Ghana’s Black Queens on Saturday, 18 July 2026.
Nigeria Flamingos Drawn With Defending Champions North Korea: Full 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Groups, Fixtures, Rivals & Players to Watch
The Nigeria Flamingoes are heading to Morocco for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, drawn in a tough Group B alongside champions North Korea, debutants Puerto Rico, and Poland; here's how they qualified, the stars to watch like Queen Joseph, Chidi Harmony, and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, and whether new coach Akeem Busari can guide them past last year's Round of 16 exit.
Nigeria Golden Eaglets Complete China Tournament: Draw vs China After Australia and Tanzania Defeats
Golden Eaglets conclude 2026 Yinchuan Tournament with one draw and two losses – full match results from Nigeria U17 games against Tanzania, Australia and China.
Nigeria Flamingos Qualify for 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup! Nigeria U17 Storm to Morocco with 5-3 Thriller Against Benin
Nigeria U17 Flamingos qualify for the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco after a thrilling 5-3 victory over Benin (8-5 aggregate). The Flamingos remained unbeaten in qualifiers. A proud moment for Nigerian women football!
Nigeria Super Falcons Squad Announced for WAFCON 2026: Defending Champions Chase Record 11th Title and 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualification
Nigeria’s 10-time champions Super Falcons have named their squad for WAFCON 2026 in Morocco, where they will chase a record 11th title and automatic qualification to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil by reaching the semi-finals.
Benin U17 vs Nigeria U17 Flamingos: Match Preview & How to Watch – 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers (Second Leg)
Nigeria U17 Flamingos vs Benin U17 (Second Leg Preview): Fresh from a 3-2 first-leg win, Coach Akeem Busari’s side travel to Togo on Sunday, 12 July (2PM WAT) needing just a draw to qualify for the 2026 U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Benin Coach remains confident of an upset, banking on stars like Romaine Gandonou after scoring twice away. Live stream on Benin FA page; updates via Ademola Victor TV.
Morocco’s World Cup Dream Cut Short by France Again, This Time in the Quarterfinals
Heartbreak for Morocco once again! Eliminated from the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals after a 2-0 loss to France — the same side that ended their historic run in the 2022 semi-finals.
Morocco Advance to Quarter-Finals as Egypt Suffer Late 3-2 Heartbreak vs Argentina: Full 2026 World Cup Review of All 10 African Teams
Morocco powered into the Quarter-Finals with a 3-0 victory over co-hosts Canada, while Egypt exited in the Round of 16 after a dramatic 3-2 loss to Argentina - having led twice before a late comeback defeat. A record nine African teams reached the knockout stage, but only the Atlas Lions remain in the competition.
Nigeria Flamingos Claim 3-2 Victory in Five-Goal Thriller Against Benin as Quest for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Continues
A five-goal thriller unfolded as Nigeria Flamingos defeated Benin 3-2 in the final round of the 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers. Goals from Queen Joseph (25’), Oluwakemi Adegbuyi (62’), and Ifeanyi Kindness (75’) secured the win. The Flamingos are now one step closer to Morocco 2026!
Heartbreak for 7 African Teams as Morocco & Egypt Reach Round of 16 While Cape Verde Impress on Debut – 2026 FIFA World Cup African Teams Breakdown
Morocco and Egypt have kept Africa's World Cup dream alive, reaching the Round of 16 after dramatic penalty shootout victories and remaining unbeaten in regular time. Cape Verde also captured global admiration on their FIFA World Cup debut, staying unbeaten in regular time. Meanwhile, 7 other African nations saw their campaigns end in the Round of 32.
Nigeria U-17 (Flamingos) vs Benin U-17: Match Preview - 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers (Final Round)
Nigeria U-17 Flamingos, fresh from a 29-goal friendly blitz, face resilient Benin in a high-stakes final round qualifier as they hunt for a spot at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
Africa Makes History at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the Highest Knockout Qualification Rate of Any Confederation
Africa enjoyed its most successful FIFA World Cup group stage in history. Nine of the continent's 10 representatives advanced to the Round of 32, giving CAF a remarkable 90% qualification rate, the highest of any confederation at the tournament. Europe saw 13 of its 16 teams progress (81.3%), while South America qualified five of six teams (83.3%).
Nigeria U-17 Flamingos Thrash Future Stars ’99 15-0 in Dominant Friendly Display Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers Against Benin U17
The Nigeria U-17 Flamingos thrashed Future Stars ’99 Soccer Academy 15-0 in a friendly match at Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne on Saturday 27 June 2026. Despite heavy squad rotation and several key players starting from the bench, the Flamingos (Nigeria U-17 women’s national football team) displayed excellent depth with Kindness Ifeanyi scoring a hat-trick.