Dr. Victor Ademola
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.