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Super Falcons Beat Comoros 2-0 in First Leg of LA 2028 Olympic Qualifiers as Alozie and Kanu Score, Eguavoen Addresses Finishing Concerns
Super Falcons

Super Falcons Beat Comoros 2-0 in First Leg of LA 2028 Olympic Qualifiers as Alozie and Kanu Score, Eguavoen Addresses Finishing Concerns

The Super Falcons of Nigeria defeated Comoros 2-0 in the first leg of the second round of the CAF qualifying series for the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Michelle Alozie opened the scoring in the 48th minute before Uchenna Kanu doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 60th minute at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. Nigeria will aim to complete the job in Tuesday’s return fixture and advance to face Morocco in the third round.

Dr. Victor Ademola
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5m1009 October 2026
Super Falcons Starting XI vs Comoros: Joy Igbokwe Set for Debut as Ajibade, Nnadozie, Alozie Start
Super Falcons

Super Falcons Starting XI vs Comoros: Joy Igbokwe Set for Debut as Ajibade, Nnadozie, Alozie Start

The Super Falcons have named their starting XI for the 2028 Olympic qualifying clash against Comoros, with Joy Igbokwe set for her senior debut. Chiamaka Nnadozie starts in goal, while Rasheedat Ajibade captains the team as Nigeria begin their quest for a second consecutive Olympic appearance.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
2m4329 October 2026
Comoros vs Nigeria: Super Falcons 2028 Olympics Qualifiers Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Super Falcons

Comoros vs Nigeria: Super Falcons 2028 Olympics Qualifiers Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live

Nigeria’s Super Falcons face Comoros in the first leg of their 2028 CAF Women’s Olympic qualifying second-round tie on Friday, October 9, at Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne. Here is everything to know about the match, including kick-off time, qualification route and how to follow the game.

Dr. Victor Ademola
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7m12478 October 2026
Nigeria’s Flamingos Name 21-Player Squad for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco
Flamingos

Nigeria’s Flamingos Name 21-Player Squad for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco

Head Coach Akeem Busari has named his 21-player Flamingos squad for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, with Nigeria set to face Poland, Puerto Rico and Korea DPR in Group B.

Dr. Victor Ademola
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2m5826 October 2026
Nigeria Super Eagles Fight Back From 3-1 Down to Draw Russia 3-3
Super Eagles

Nigeria Super Eagles Fight Back From 3-1 Down to Draw Russia 3-3

The Super Eagles recovered from a two-goal deficit to hold Russia to a 3-3 draw in an international friendly in Nizhny Novgorod, with nine players making their Nigeria debuts.

Dr. Victor Ademola
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3m1916 October 2026
Nigeria Golden Eaglets Name 25-Man Squad for 2026 WAFU-B U17 Boys’ Championship
Golden Eaglets

Nigeria Golden Eaglets Name 25-Man Squad for 2026 WAFU-B U17 Boys’ Championship

Head Coach Eboboritse Uwejamomere has named 25 Golden Eaglets for the WAFU-B U17 Championship in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Nigeria will face Niger Republic and Burkina Faso in Group B, with the tournament serving as a qualifying competition for next year’s U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Dr. Victor Ademola
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2m2315 October 2026
Nigeria Sand Eagles Suffer Back-to-Back 6-4 Defeats to African Champions Senegal
African Football

Nigeria Sand Eagles Suffer Back-to-Back 6-4 Defeats to African Champions Senegal

The Nigeria Sand Eagles lost 6-4 to Senegal in the second friendly in Kaduna on Monday, completing two defeats against the defending African champions after Saturday’s identical 6-4 result.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
2m495 October 2026
Super Eagles’ Russia Friendly Hit by Injuries and Club Restrictions
Super Eagles

Super Eagles’ Russia Friendly Hit by Injuries and Club Restrictions

The Super Eagles will face Russia with a depleted squad after injuries, club restrictions and an administrative issue left only 18 players in camp, according to the Nigeria Football Federation.

Dr. Victor Ademola
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3m4974 October 2026
Nigeria Sand Eagles Fall 6-4 to Senegal in Kaduna Friendly
African Football

Nigeria Sand Eagles Fall 6-4 to Senegal in Kaduna Friendly

The Nigeria Sand Eagles suffered a 6-4 defeat to Senegal in Kaduna, with Abdullahi Hassan scoring all four of Nigeria’s goals as both teams continue preparations for their respective Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations campaigns.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
2m1333 October 2026
Sand Eagles vs Senegal: Nigeria Squad List for Beach Soccer Friendlies Ahead of Ghana Clash
African Football

Sand Eagles vs Senegal: Nigeria Squad List for Beach Soccer Friendlies Ahead of Ghana Clash

The Nigeria Sand Eagles will face defending African champions Senegal in a two-match friendly series in Kaduna as they step up preparations for their Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against Ghana.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
3m772 October 2026
Nigeria Golden Eaglets, Derby Academy Play Out 1-1 Draw in Abuja
Golden Eaglets

Nigeria Golden Eaglets, Derby Academy Play Out 1-1 Draw in Abuja

The Golden Eaglets played out a 1-1 draw with Derby Academy in an entertaining friendly at the Sunrise Football Pitch in Abuja as Nigeria continues preparations for the WAFU B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
1m1552 October 2026
Flamingos Coach Akeem Busari Set for Remo Stars Ladies Role
Women's Sports

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.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
1m10630 September 2026
Edo Queens Appeal CAF Ruling as NFF Forwards Case to CAF Appeals Board
Women's Sports

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.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
3m19330 September 2026
Guinea-Bissau 3-0 Nigeria: Super Eagles Suffer Heavy Defeat in AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Super Eagles

Guinea-Bissau 3-0 Nigeria: Super Eagles Suffer Heavy Defeat in AFCON 2027 Qualifier

Nigeria suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in Bissau on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in their second Group L match of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. The Super Eagles conceded in both halves to fall to second in the standings, while Guinea-Bissau maintained their winning start to the campaign.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
3m17829 September 2026
Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles Starting XI Confirmed for AFCON 2027 Qualifier
Super Eagles

Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles Starting XI Confirmed for AFCON 2027 Qualifier

Nigeria have named their starting XI for Tuesday’s AFCON 2027 qualifier against Guinea-Bissau in Bissau, with Stanley Nwabali in goal and Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka and Alex Iwobi forming the midfield.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
1m123729 September 2026
From Flamingos and Falconets to Super Falcons: Young Players Invited for LA 2028 Qualifiers
Super Falcons

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.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
4m24329 September 2026
Nigeria Super Falcons Begin LA 2028 Olympics Race as Coach Eguavoen Names 28-Player Squad for Comoros
Super Falcons

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.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
4m61629 September 2026
Nigeria Face El Salvador In Davis Cup Playoff Battle
Tennis

Nigeria Face El Salvador In Davis Cup Playoff Battle

Nigeria will face El Salvador away in the 2027 Davis Cup World Group II Playoffs after the draw in London. The tie is scheduled for February 2027.

Merry Okoh
Merry OkohAdemolaSports writer
1m1729 September 2026
Super Eagles Face Guinea-Bissau Challenge As CAF Names Ethiopian Match Officials
Super Eagles

Super Eagles Face Guinea-Bissau Challenge As CAF Names Ethiopian Match Officials

CAF has appointed an Ethiopian referee team led by Tewodros Mitiku for Nigeria’s 2027 AFCON qualifier against Guinea-Bissau in Bissau.

Merry Okoh
Merry OkohAdemolaSports writer
1m1129 September 2026
Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles AFCON 2027 Qualifier Preview, Kick-off Time, Squads, Head-to-Head & How to Watch Live
Super Eagles

Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria: Super Eagles AFCON 2027 Qualifier Preview, Kick-off Time, Squads, Head-to-Head & How to Watch Live

The Super Eagles face Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, 29 September, in their second Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Both teams won their opening matches, setting up an early battle for the group lead. Here is the kick-off time, venue, squads, head-to-head record and how to follow the match.

Dr. Victor Ademola
Dr. Victor AdemolaAdemolaSports writer
8m45728 September 2026