Super Falcons
Nigeria's women's senior national football team
NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau Defends Super Falcons Preparation: “We Did Our Best”
NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau Has Responded To Criticism Of The Super Falcons’ Preparation For WAFCON 2026, Pointing To Friendlies Against Cameroon And Senegal While Explaining The Challenges Of Organising International Matches With Professional Players.
“Super Falcons Deserve Equal, If Not Better, Funding Than Super Eagles” — Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi, Chairman, Senate Committee On Sports
Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi Has Called For Equal, If Not Better, Funding For The Super Falcons Compared With The Super Eagles, Warning That Nigeria Has Taken Its Record 10-Time African Champions For Granted And Must Invest More To Regain Its Dominance In African Women’s Football.
NIGERIA VS SOUTH AFRICA: KICK-OFF TIME, HOW TO WATCH LIVE AND FULL PREVIEW AS SUPER FALCONS CHASE 2027 FIFA WORLD CUP PLAYOFF SPOT
Nigeria and South Africa were both eliminated at the quarter-final stage of the Women Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, and now they collide again in a fixture that carries even higher stakes. Thursday's meeting in Casablanca is not about African silverware anymore. It is about keeping a route to Brazil 2027 alive, and only one team walks away with that route intact.
VIDEO: Justine Madugu and Rasheedat Ajibade Address Nigeria’s World Cup Lifeline Ahead of South Africa Clash
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu and captain Rasheedat Ajibade have addressed the media ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup play-in against South Africa. After their quarter-final defeat to Cameroon, Nigeria must now win to keep their World Cup qualification campaign alive. Madugu discussed the team’s finishing problems, while Ajibade stressed the need to respond to adversity as the Super Falcons fight for another opportunity to reach Brazil 2027.
VIDEO: Desiree Ellis and Refiloe Jane Preview Nigeria Clash as South Africa Fight to Keep World Cup Dream Alive
Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis and veteran midfielder Refiloe Jane have spoken ahead of South Africa’s decisive 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup play-in against Nigeria. Following their quarter-final defeat to Morocco, South Africa must now overcome Nigeria to keep their World Cup hopes alive. Ellis believes past victories over Nigeria mean nothing on the night, while Jane highlighted the importance of experience, resilience, discipline and learning from setbacks.
Super Falcons Lose to Cameroon: What Went Wrong and Can Nigeria Still Qualify for the World Cup?
The Super Falcons’ defeat to Cameroon raises bigger questions than who is to blame. From poor preparation and missed chances to the rapid growth of women’s football in Africa, here is a critical look at what went wrong and whether Nigeria can still qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Video “I Take Full Responsibility” Coach Madugu’s Emotional Press Conference After 1-0 Loss to Cameroon
Super Falcons Out of WAFCON… But Still Fighting for World Cup | Madugu’s Full Presser
Super Falcons knocked out of 2026 WAFCON by hard fighting Cameroon
Super Falcons of Nigeria lose to Cameroon in WAFCON quarter-finals
Nigeria vs Cameroon at the WAFCON: Is This Really a Rivalry? The Numbers Are Brutal
Nigeria and Cameroon have built one of the biggest rivalries in African women's football. Here is the complete WAFCON head-to-head record between the Super Falcons and the Indomitable Lionesses since 1998, including every meeting, result, stage, date, venue and location ahead of their 2026 quarter-final in Casablanca.
VIDEO: Cameroon Respect Nigeria But Refuse to Be Intimidated Ahead of WAFCON Quarter-Final - FULL PRE MATCH PRESS CONFERENCE
Cameroon have acknowledged Nigeria’s status as favourites, but Valentine Nguele and Colette Ndzana say the Indomitable Lionesses will approach the WAFCON 2026 quarter-final with confidence, humility and belief that they can defeat the Super Falcons.
VIDEO: Nigeria Cannot Take Cameroon for Granted, Madugu Warns Ahead of WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Final - FULL Pre Match Press Conference
Nigeria head coach Justin Madugu has warned the Super Falcons not to take Cameroon for granted, while Toni Payne insists Nigeria remain hungry for an 11th WAFCON title as the quarter-final also offers a place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
NIGERIA VS CAMEROON: KICK-OFF TIME, HOW TO WATCH LIVE AND FULL PREVIEW AS SUPER FALCONS CHASE WAFCON 2026 SEMI-FINAL SPOT AND 2027 FIFA WORLD CUP TICKET
Nigeria's Super Falcons face Cameroon's Indomitable Lionesses at Larbi Zaouli Stadium on 9 August in a WAFCON 2026 quarter-final that hands the winner an automatic ticket to the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup and a semi-final date with Morocco or South Africa. Here is the kick-off time, full TV and streaming guide, what both coaches said in their pre-match press conferences, and what is really at stake for both teams.
WAFCON 2026 Quarter-Finals: Nigeria, Cameroon, Morocco, South Africa, Côte d’Ivoire, Algeria, Ghana & Malawi Clash
The Super Falcons face Cameroon in a heavyweight African clash with a World Cup ticket on the line. Every quarter-final winner books their place in Brazil 2027. The losers drop into the playoff route. From Casablanca to Rabat, the knockout stage begins this weekend.
Super Falcons thrash Egypt to book Quarter-final clash with Cameroon
Nigeria through to the Quarter-finals of the Women's African Cup of Nations.
EXCLUSIVE: Madugu goes all out in attack for must-win Egypt clash
Super Falcons to face Egypt.
NIGERIA VS EGYPT: KICK-OFF TIME, HOW TO WATCH LIVE AND FULL PREVIEW AS SUPER FALCONS CHASE WAFCON 2026 QUARTER-FINAL SPOT
Nigeria face Egypt at Rabat Olympic Stadium on 5 August (9pm) in a Group C finale that can send the Super Falcons into the WAFCON 2026 quarter-finals outright, though one narrow scenario involving Malawi and Zambia can still change that even after a Nigeria win. Here is the kick-off time, full TV and streaming guide for Nigerian and international fans, and a complete breakdown of what every team in the group needs.
WAFCON Group C Permutations: How Nigeria, Zambia & Malawi Can Qualify at WAFCON 2026
Group C at WAFCON 2026 remains wide open. Malawi lead with 6 points but are not yet fully safe, while Nigeria and Zambia sit level on 3 points. Here is every permutation that decides who reaches the quarter-finals, including the rare scenarios that could still eliminate any of the top three.
SUPER FALCONS BITE BACK: Nigeria’s Gritty 1-0 Win Over Zambia Puts Qualification in Their Own Hands - Full Madugu & Häuptle Press Conference + Players Reaction
Nigeria survived a 40th-minute red card to beat Zambia 1-0 at WAFCON 2026, with Asisat Oshoala's early strike enough to move the Super Falcons into second in Group C on head-to-head results. Coach Justin Madugu answered his critics, Zambia's Nora Häuptle admitted her side let the game slip, and Nigeria now know a win over Egypt on 5 August guarantees qualification outright.
10-Woman Super Falcons grab hard-fought victory over Zambia
Despite being reduced to 10 players in the first half, the Super Falcons grabbed a hard fought victory over Zambia. Details here
Okoronkwo benched, Oshoala starts as Justin Madugu shuffles Super Falcons XI for Zambia clash
Justin Madugu reshuffles Super Falcons to face Zambia. Read more here