WAFCON 2026: Madugu drops Oshoala, lists 25 players for Cameroon friendlies
Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu has released a 25-player squad for upcoming friendlies against Cameroon, but star striker Asisat Oshoala was left out. The announcement has drawn attention because she is one of Nigeria’s most recognised players. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, Ashleigh Plumptre and Michelle Alozie headline the list. Experienced names like Osinachi […]
Super Falcons Coach, Justine Madugu, Set to Sign Two-Year Contract
The head coach of the Super Falcons, Justine Madugu, is set to sign a two-year contract with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), officially confirming him as the permanent coach of the reigning African champions. Madugu, who took over the team in an interim capacity following the resignation of former coach Randy Waldrum last year, has […]
WAFCON 2026Q: Madugu unveils squad for Super Falcons vs Benin Republic
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has released a 21-player list for Nigeria’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifying clash against Benin Republic. The coach maintained confidence in his top players, keeping most of the team’s regular stars for the crucial two-legged tie. The list features prominent names such as captain Rasheedat Ajibade, […]
Ballon d’Or, $100,000 cash, honours – Controversy, plaudits for Super Falcons, D’Tigress
President Bola Tinubu has rewarded Nigeria’s Super Falcons and D’Tigress with huge cash gifts, national honours, and houses, a move that has stirred nationwide debate. Both teams were recognised for their outstanding performances on the international stage. Earlier this week, Tinubu celebrated the D’Tigress after they secured their historic fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship. […]
Ballon d’Or 2025 award: Only two Nigerians get nominations
Just two Nigerians have been named among the nominees for the 2025 Ballon d’Or awards, which were announced on Thursday. Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and coach Justine Madugu, both key figures in Nigeria’s women’s national football team, earned spots on the shortlist. Nnadozie, who recently transferred from Paris FC to Brighton in England, was nominated for […]
CAF unveils match officials for WAFCON 2024
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revealed the list of match officials who will be in charge of games at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). A total of 46 people have been chosen to serve as referees, assistant referees, and video assistant referees (VAR) during the tournament. This is the highest […]