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Team Nigeria Begins World Ultimate Championship With Amusan Silver in Budapest
Tobi Amusan won silver in the women's 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, while Ella Onojuvwevwo finished sixth in her 400m semifinal.
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026: Five Teams Stay Perfect After Matchday 2 as Nigeria Falconets Fight for Round of 16
The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026 is heating up after Matchday 2, with Poland, Brazil, Italy, DPR Korea and Spain all on six points. Spain have scored 13 goals without conceding, while Nigeria sit third in Group F with one point ahead of their final group match against New Caledonia.
Deborah Abiodun Opens Up Ahead of First-Ever Surgery: “Football Is My Life”
Nigeria international Deborah Abiodun has opened up ahead of her first-ever surgery, revealing her fears about missing football, international matches and club action after a hip injury ended her 2026 NWSL season.
Falconets Held by China 0-0, Nigeria’s 2026 U-20 Women’s World Cup Knockout Hopes Go Down to Final Game
Nigeria’s Falconets picked up their first point at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after a 0-0 draw with China PR in Sosnowiec. With Spain already through and China second, Nigeria must beat New Caledonia in their final Group F match to strengthen their chances of reaching the Round of 16.
D’Tigress Thank Tinubu As Presidential Financial Rewards Hit Players’ Accounts
D’Tigress players and officials have received President Bola Tinubu’s outstanding financial rewards following their historic 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket triumph, with players receiving the naira equivalent of $100,000 each.
D’Tigress Players Receive $100,000 Presidential Cash Reward, NSC Confirms
The National Sports Commission has confirmed that the naira equivalent of $100,000 was paid to each D’Tigresses player and $50,000 to team officials on 9 September 2026, completing the cash part of President Tinubu’s reward for their fifth consecutive AfroBasket title.
FIBA Confirms Dates for 2027 Women’s AfroBasket
SEO Summary: FIBA has confirmed July 23 to August 1, 2027, as the dates for the Women’s AfroBasket, with Nigeria’s D’Tigress set to defend their continental title.
NBBF Election: Nigeria Risks FIBA Sanctions Over October Deadline
SEO Summary: Nigeria’s basketball leadership faces an October 15 deadline to conduct the NBBF election, with failure to meet FIBA’s requirements potentially putting the country at risk of sanctions and further administrative uncertainty.
US Open Junior Championships: Ogunsakin Falls to Doig in Second Round
SEO Summary: Seun Ogunsakin’s US Open Junior Championships campaign ends in the second round after a hard-fought three-set loss to South Africa’s Connor Doig, following his historic first Grand Slam main-draw victory.
Samuel Akere Set for Wisła Płock Move as Nigerian Talent Continues European Journey
Former Nigeria U-17 international and G12 FC product Samuel Akere is set to join Polish side Wisła Płock on loan, as the talented Nigerian continues his journey through European football.
Nigeria vs China: Falconets FIFA U-20 World Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Nigeria’s Falconets face China PR in a crucial Group F clash at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026. After losing 2–0 to Spain, Nigeria need a positive result to revive their knockout-stage hopes. Find the kick-off time, qualification scenario, key players, team news and how to watch China PR vs Nigeria live.
Kiki Iriafen: The Nigerian-American Star Who Chose Team USA
SEO Summary: Nigerian-American basketball star Kiki Iriafen's journey from embracing her Nigerian roots to choosing Team USA, her reasons for the decision, and her performances at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
US Open: Seun Ogunsakin Claims Historic First Junior Grand Slam Main-Draw Victory
SEO Summary: Nigerian tennis star Seun Ogunsakin made history at the 2026 US Open Junior Championships, earning his first Grand Slam main-draw victory with a comeback win over 15th seed Kuan-Shou Chen.
“Should the NFF prioritise a specialised women’s football coach for the Super Falcons permanent role, or is experience managing the Super Eagles enough?”
NFF named Austin Eguavoen interim Super Falcons coach for Oct Olympic qualifiers vs Comoros after Madugu’s sacking post-World Cup miss. Pros: proven crisis experience + strong women’s staff (Danjuma, Yusuf). Cons: no prior women’s coaching; feels like recycling. Fine short-term vs weak foe, but team needs specialist permanent boss.
Nwabali, Okoye and Okonkwo Face Off for Super Eagles Number One Shirt
Stanley Nwabali, Maduka Okoye and Arthur Okonkwo are set for a fierce battle for the Super Eagles’ number one shirt as competition for Nigeria’s goalkeeping position intensifies.
Fresh Fitness Blow for Super Falcons as Esther Okoronkwo Sidelined for Rest of 2026 Campaign
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has been ruled out for the rest of the 2026 campaign following a severe injury layoff confirmed by AFC Toronto. The forced absence excludes her from Nigeria's double-header against Comoros in October for the 2028 LA Olympic qualifiers. Her injury follows midfielder Deborah Abiodun's season-ending hip injury, depriving the Super Falcons of two key starters as they begin their rebuilding phase.
Eguavoen named interim Super Falcons head coach, with Danjuma, Baruwa and Yusuf as assistants, for LA 2028 Olympic qualifiers
Augustine Eguavoen will lead the Super Falcons on an interim basis for their 2028 Olympic qualifying ties against Comoros, assisted by Christopher Danjuma, Olatunji Baruwa and Ayisat Yusuf. Both legs will be played at Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne-Remo, on 9 and 13 October 2026, as Nigeria begins a four-round knockout path for one of Africa’s two Los Angeles tickets.
D’Tigress Were Prepared. So Why Did It All Fall Apart?
D’Tigress arrived at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup after an extensive preparation programme, yet left Berlin winless. From constant travel between camps and cities to long gaps in competitive basketball for several players and Rena Wakama’s late arrival, Nigeria’s failure raises a bigger question: did the team prepare enough, or did it prepare the wrong way?
Super Eagles to Face Russia Again 16 Months After Moscow Draw
Nigeria will face Russia in an international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on October 6, 2026. The fixture will be the Super Eagles’ second meeting with Russia in 16 months, following their 1-1 draw in Moscow in June 2025.
Super Falcons Midfielder Ruled Out of LA 2028 Olympic Qualifiers Following Season-Ending Hip Injury
Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun is ruled out for the rest of the season after sustaining a severe hip injury with Washington Spirit. The injury is set to exclude her from Nigeria's double-header against Comoros in October for the 2028 LA Olympic qualifiers. Her absence creates a major tactical setback as the Super Falcons regroup at Remo Stars Stadium following a historic 2026 WAFCON exit.