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The Last Child Who Refused to Be Forgotten: Nigeria's Rising Star Janet Akekoromowei's Journey From Nigeria to Benfica
She was the last of eleven children, born in Ese-Odo and raised in Lagos, once destined for the Nigerian Police Force until an Olympic gold medallist told her to chase football instead. Now, at 18, Janet Akekoromowei has signed for Benfica through 2028. Between an NWFL MVP debut season, a heartbreaking injury that cost her a Barcelona move, and a bounce back that has now landed her in Lisbon, her story is proof that a setback is never the end.
Nigeria Flying Eagles Settle in Yamoussoukro as Redemption Quest Begins at 2026 WAFU B U20 Boys Championship
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have arrived and settled in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, ready to launch their redemption mission at the 2026 WAFU B U20 Championship. After falling short last year, Abdu Maikaba’s side open against Ghana on Sunday in a highly anticipated rematch.
Spain are world champions. But there's one team they couldn't beat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain are 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, unbeaten across eight matches. Seven wins. One team they just couldn't get past.
Super Falcons Hit High Gear for WAFCON 2026! Only 6 Additional Players Expected in Morocco Camp
Super Falcons intensify WAFCON 2026 build-up in Casablanca with 19 players now in camp. Full squad update including arrivals of Halimatu Ayinde, Osinachi Ohale and more ahead of Malawi clash.
Flying Eagles Launch Redemption Mission in WAFU B U20 Boys Cup Against Ghana – Targeting U20 AFCON & FIFA U20 World Cup (See Fixtures)
Flying Eagles eye redemption! Nigeria face arch-rivals Ghana in a blockbuster WAFU B U20 opener on 27 July. Full fixtures inside
Untouchable: Ajayi Equals His Nigerian Record and Downs Oblique Seville Again in London
Kayinsola Ajayi equals his 9.84 Nigerian record and beats world champion Oblique Seville again at the London Diamond League. The 21-year-old sprint star is unstoppable.
Super Falcons Reportedly Set to Face Tanzania in Casablanca After Ghana Friendly Called Off - NFF Yet to Confirm | 2026 WAFCON Prep
Nigeria’s WAFCON 2026 warm-up plans took a hit after their friendly against Ghana was called off with barely a day’s notice. Now the Super Falcons turn to Tanzania for one final test in Casablanca before the tournament begins.
WAFCON 2026 Fixtures Released: Super Falcons Return to Morocco to Defend African Crown
The official WAFCON 2026 fixtures have been released, with defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons set to begin their quest for a record-extending 11th African title against Malawi. See the full group stage schedule, key fixtures, and how the tournament doubles as Africa’s qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Nigeria’s Road to the 2027 U20 FIFA World Cup Begins: Flying Eagles Drawn Against Ghana in 2026 WAFU B U20 Boys Cup
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have been drawn alongside Ghana, Burkina Faso and Togo in Group B of the 2026 WAFU B U20 Championship, the qualifying tournament for the 2027 CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations. The regional competition also offers teams a pathway to the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Nigeria's Teen Sensation Shakirat Moshood Seals Move to Torreense Ahead of Champions League Debut
From Ibadan's back streets to a first professional deal in Europe, 18-year-old Shakirat Moshood has gone from Flamingos captain to Torreense signing in just two years. Along the way she's topped scoring charts, lifted a league title, and finished runner-up for a continental young player award, and now she's chasing an even bigger dream: the Super Falcons.
Super Falcons Face Ghana in Final WAFCON 2026 Warm-up Clash
The Super Falcons of Nigeria will continue their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a high-profile international friendly against rivals Ghana’s Black Queens on Saturday, 18 July 2026.
Nigeria Flamingos Drawn With Defending Champions North Korea: Full 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Groups, Fixtures, Rivals & Players to Watch
The Nigeria Flamingoes are heading to Morocco for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, drawn in a tough Group B alongside champions North Korea, debutants Puerto Rico, and Poland; here's how they qualified, the stars to watch like Queen Joseph, Chidi Harmony, and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, and whether new coach Akeem Busari can guide them past last year's Round of 16 exit.