Women's Sports
Women's club football, leagues and continental competitions
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Zambia End Nora Häuptle Era as Copper Queens Seek New Direction
Zambia have parted ways with Copper Queens head coach Nora Häuptle by mutual agreement, with assistant coach Charles Haalubono taking interim charge.
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.
Nigeria Falconets vs Colombia U20: Confirmed Starting XIs for FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Quarter-Final
Nigeria and Colombia have released their starting XIs for Sunday’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup quarter-final. Christiana Uzoma captains a 3-4-3 Falconets side, with Queen Joseph starting ahead of Precious Oscar. Colombia set up in a 5-4-1 under Carlos Paniagua, with Juana Ortegon as captain. Kick-off is 18:30 WAT at Stadion Miejski ŁKS, Łódź.
Nigeria vs Burkina Faso: Flamingos 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria Flamingos play Burkina Faso U17 on Monday, 21 September at Lycée Scientifique in the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup. Nigeria have beaten Niger 5-0 and Ghana 4-2. Harmony Chidi and Mary Dunstan have scored in both games. Follow AdemolaSports WhatsApp for the live link and match updates.
Nigeria vs Colombia: Falconets FIFA U-20 World Cup Quarter-Final, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria face Colombia in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup quarter-final on Sunday, 20 September in Łódź. Kick-off is 3:00pm Poland time, 2:00pm Nigerian time. The Falconets arrive on the back of a 3-0 win over England and 13 goals in four matches. Colombia are through after a late own-goal win over hosts Poland. Preview, key players, head-to-head and how to watch.
Super Falcons Defender Chidinma Okeke Joins Napoli Femminile
Super Falcons defender Chidinma Okeke has joined Italian Serie A club Napoli Femminile on a permanent transfer from Mexican side Club América. The 26-year-old Nigerian international brings extensive global experience to Naples after winning the Liga MX Femenil title and CONCACAF W Champions Cup with Club América.
Nigeria Flamingos beat Ghana 4-2 at the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup despite red card
Nigeria Flamingos beat Ghana U17 4-2 at the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup in Yamoussoukro despite a 59th-minute red card for Elizabeth Adesuyi. Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Harmony Chidi, Mary Dunstan and Kaosarat Akanji scored as Nigeria made it 9 goals in 2 games after a 5-0 win over Niger U17 on 16 September. Ghana had won their opener 4-0 on 18 September.