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D’Tigress’ 3 Losses: The Bigger Conversation Nigerian Basketball Must Have
D’Tigress’ three losses at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup should spark more than criticism of players and coaches. Nigeria must look at preparation, grassroots development, the domestic league, player pathways and basketball administration if it wants sustained success internationally.
"Bridging the Gap: What Nigeria’s Heavy Defeat to France Reveals About the Challenges Facing African Women’s Basketball on the Global Stage"
France dominated Nigeria 111-56 in the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Group B finale in Berlin on 7 Sept. France shot 58% FG and a record 22 threes, with Gabby Williams scoring 25. Nigeria (0-3) was led by Grace Efosa-Aguebor (15 pts). The African champions finished winless after earlier losses.
2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup: Matchday 1 Results and Group Standings
Hosts Poland, Brazil, Ecuador and China all won on opening day. Spain beat Nigeria 2-0 in Group F. Here are the standings, points and goal difference in every group after Matchday 1.
FIFA and CAF Suspend NFF Electoral Process, Plan Joint Assessment Mission to Nigeria
FIFA and CAF have ordered the suspension of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) electoral process as they assess recent leadership changes, resignations and governance issues within Nigerian football. A joint FIFA-CAF mission is expected in Abuja to meet NFF officials, electoral bodies, football stakeholders and the Federal Government before any decision is taken on the next steps.
🇳🇬 ABDULWARIS YUNUS MAKES THE LEAP TO FK TEPLICE SENIOR TEAM 🇨🇿🔥
Former Derby Football Academy defender and ex-Nigeria U17 international Abdulwaris Yunus has completed his move to FK Teplice, earning promotion from the U19s to the senior team and taking the next step in his European football journey in the Czech top flight.
Nigeria Falconets 0–2 Spain: 3rd in Group F as China PR Clash Becomes Crucial | FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026
Nigeria Falconets lost 2–0 to Spain in their opening FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 match. See the Group F standings, next match against China PR and what Nigeria need to qualify for the Round of 16.
Nigeria Flamingos Draw Ghana, Togo and Niger in WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos have been drawn against Ghana, Togo and Niger in Group B of the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup in Côte d’Ivoire, an important preparation tournament ahead of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
Super Falcons’ road to Los Angeles 2028: Comoros first, then four knockout rounds
The Super Falcons begin their bid for a second successive Olympic appearance against Comoros at Remo Stars Stadium on 9 and 13 October. Nigeria must then win three more two-legged ties — through possible meetings with Morocco or DR Congo, then Tunisia, Senegal, Benin or Mali, and a final-round opponent from Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire and others — to take one of Africa’s two places at Los Angeles 2028.
Hungary Edge D’Tigress 71-67 for First World Cup Win in 28 Years
Hungary beat Nigeria 71-67 in the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Group B on 5 Sept in Berlin—their first WC win in 28 years. Hungary led most of the game with superior shooting (51%) and rebounding (48-31). Nigeria (0-2) rallied 25-19 in Q4 but fell short; Okonkwo led them. They must beat France next to stay alive.
Amokachi Completes CAF A Coaching Licence in Morocco, Boosts Coaching Credentials
Former Super Eagles striker Daniel Amokachi has completed his CAF A Coaching Licence in Morocco, strengthening his credentials as a coach. The Nigerian football legend has previously worked with clubs including Nasarawa United, Enyimba, FC Ifeanyi Ubah and Lobi Stars, while also serving as an assistant coach with the Super Eagles and Nigeria's U-23 team.
16 Teams Advance as Inaugural ABA Basketball League Enters Knockout Stage
16 teams have advanced to the knockout stage of the inaugural ABA Basketball League as Nigeria's young basketball talents battle for the historic title.
Spain vs Nigeria: Falconets FIFA U-20 World Cup Match Preview, Kick-off Time & How to Watch Live
Spain vs Nigeria match preview, kick-off time and how to watch the Falconets live as Nigeria begin their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign in Poland.