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LA 2028 Olympics Qualifiers: Chelle Invites 31 Home-Based Players for DR Congo Clash
Éric Chelle has invited 31 home-based players to Nigeria’s Olympic Eagles for their U23 AFCON qualifying tie against DR Congo, with the first leg scheduled for November 13 in Lubumbashi.
Nigeria vs North Korea U17: Flamingos World Cup Preview, Kick-off Time, Projected Line-ups and How to Watch
Nigeria’s Flamingos face four-time champions North Korea in their final Group B match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Kim Won-sim and Yu Jong-hyang have scored four goals each, while Oluwakemi Adegbuyi will be one of Nigeria’s players to watch after her Player of the Match performance against Puerto Rico.
Edo Queens Accept CAF Decision, Set for WAFU-B Final Resumption in Cairo
Edo Queens FC have accepted CAF’s decision to resume the WAFU-B final against Ampem Darkoa Ladies on October 29 in Cairo, Egypt. The match will continue from the start of extra time after CAF annulled Edo Queens’ 4-1 penalty shootout victory, ruling that the required extra time had not been played.
Nigeria Flamingos Beat Puerto Rico 2-0 to Claim First Win at U-17 Women’s World Cup
The Nigeria Flamingos claimed their first win at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Puerto Rico. Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring in the 25th minute before Precious Oscar sealed the result in the 90+3rd minute.
Nigeria vs Puerto Rico U17: Flamingos Confirm Starting XI for Second World Cup Match
Nigeria have named Chidera Chidi as captain for their second Group B match against Puerto Rico at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, with both teams seeking their first points.
Nigeria vs Puerto Rico U17: Flamingos World Cup Preview, Kick-off Time, Projected Line-ups and How to Watch
The Flamingos take on Puerto Rico in their second Group B match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Get the kick-off time, projected line-ups and live viewing information.
Nigeria’s Sand Eagles Miss 2026 Beach Soccer AFCON After 7-4 Defeat to Ghana
Nigeria’s Sand Eagles have failed to qualify for the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations after losing 7-4 to Ghana in the second leg of their qualifying tie. The Black Sharks secured a 10-7 aggregate victory following the 3-3 first-leg draw in Kaduna to book their place at the tournament in Senegal.
Nigeria Flamingos Lose 2-1 to Poland in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Opener
Nigeria’s Flamingos lost 2-1 to Poland in their opening Group B match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Kanyinsola Yusuf made an immediate impact off the bench, with Oluebube Umejiaku credited with Nigeria’s late goal.
Nigeria Miss FIFA U-17 World Cup for Fourth Consecutive Edition After WAFU B U-17 Cup Exit
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have been eliminated from the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Boys Cup after earning just one point from two matches in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. The result rules Nigeria out of the 2027 U-17 AFCON and extends their absence from the FIFA U-17 World Cup to four consecutive editions.
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026: Complete Squad Lists for All 24 Teams
All 24 official squads for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 in one place. Nigeria’s Flamingos squad is fully listed with jersey numbers. Complete squad lists for every team at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, including positions, numbers and head coaches. Nigeria Flamingos full squad for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026, plus all other teams’ official line-ups.
Poland vs Nigeria: Flamingos FIFA U-17 World Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria’s Flamingos open their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign against Poland in Group B on Saturday, 17 October, at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat. The Flamingos, 2022 bronze medallists and 2026 WAFU-B champions, face a Poland side that reached the 2024 quarter-finals and qualified by beating England 2-0 in the play-off. Full preview, both squads, and how to watch live.
Orlando Pirates Take Centre Stage as Club Africain’s 26-Match Unbeaten Run Ends
Orlando Pirates have moved to the forefront of Africa’s active league unbeaten-run rankings following Club Africain’s dramatic 2–1 defeat at US Ben Guerdane in the Tunisian Ligue 1.
Mabubat Rasaki Earns Africa Selection for ATF 12&U Intercontinental Tennis Competition
Nigeria’s Mabubat Rasaki has been selected among six players to represent Africa at the ATF 12&U Intercontinental Team Competition in Kazakhstan.
Super Falcons Beat Comoros 7-0 on Aggregate, Set Up Morocco Clash in LA 2028 Olympic Qualifiers
The Super Falcons advanced to the next round of the 2028 Olympic qualifiers with a 7-0 aggregate win over Comoros. Nigeria will face Morocco in the next round, scheduled for 23 February to 6 March 2027.
Nigeria Future Eagles: Coach Bassey Names 23 Players for FIFA U15 World Cup in Azerbaijan 2026
Future Eagles head coach Patrick Bassey has invited 23 players to camp ahead of Azerbaijan 2026. The squad includes young footballers from academies, clubs, schools and the Nigeria Football Federation’s Talent Development Scheme.
Nigeria vs Comoros (2nd Leg): Super Falcons 2028 Olympics Qualifiers Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
The Super Falcons face Comoros in the second leg of their 2028 CAF Women’s Olympic qualifying second-round tie on Tuesday, 13 October, at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. After winning the first leg 2-0 through goals from Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu, Nigeria need to protect their advantage and secure progression to the next round.
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026: Full Fixtures, Groups, Teams, Schedule & How to Watch Live
The complete guide to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026, with all 24 teams, six groups, full group-stage fixtures, and kick-off times shown in both local Moroccan time and Nigerian WAT. Nigeria’s Flamingos are in Group B. Everything Nigerian fans need for Morocco 2026: full fixtures, group tables, Flamingos match times (local and WAT), venues, qualification details and how to follow the tournament live.
NBBF Election: Three Candidates Clear Screening as Bakare Is Disqualified
Dr Mustapha Abdullahi, Olumide Oyedeji and Ejike Ugboaja have been cleared for the October 15 NBBF presidential election, while Ayo Bakare was disqualified.
Nigeria vs Ghana: Referees Admit Error After Controversial 4-4 Draw in Beach Soccer Qualifier
Nigeria’s 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Ghana has taken a dramatic turn after the referees admitted an error in allowing extra time and a penalty shootout. Initially recorded as a 4-4 draw, the first leg stands at 3-3 after regulation time, with qualification to be decided in the return fixture in Ghana.
Nigeria’s Sand Eagles Lose to Ghana on Penalties in Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier
Nigeria’s Sand Eagles suffered a 5-4 penalty shootout defeat to Ghana’s Black Sharks after a 4-4 draw in Kaduna. Isa Hamza Manga scored a hat-trick, but Ghana claimed the first-leg advantage ahead of the return match in Keta, with a place at the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations in Senegal at stake.