'Every goal will matter' – Botswana coach eyes upset in must-win clash against Super Falcons
Published: July 09, 2025
Botswana coach, Alex Malete has described tomorrow’s crucial clash against Nigeria as a golden opportunity his side cannot afford to squander, as they bid to secure a place in the quarterfinals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).Botswana suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Algeria in their opening game of the ...
Super Eagles camp update: 28 players in Ikenne battling for African Nations Championship spots
Published: July 09, 2025
Preparations for Nigeria’s campaign at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) gathered momentum on Wednesday as two players from Abia Warriors, Anthony Ijeoma and Sunday Megwo joined the CHAN Eagles camp in Ikenne, Ogun State, bringing the number of players in camp to 28, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The home-based ...
Super Eagles camp update: 26 players train under the watchful eye of Eric Chelle
Published: July 08, 2025
The home-based Super Eagles, also known as the CHAN Eagles, continued their preparations for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) with a boost on Tuesday as five additional players arrived at the team’s camp in Ikenne, Ogun State, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.The camp now hosts a total of 26 players who t...
'He's helped me tremendously' – Igoh Ogbu credits Slavia coach for Super Eagles call-up
Published: July 08, 2025
Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has expressed gratitude to Slavia Prague head coach Jindřich Trpišovský for playing a key role in his development and eventual debut for the Nigerian national team.Ogbu, who joined the Czech champions from Norwegian side Lillestrøm in January 2023, made his first appearance for Niger...
Full list of 21 players in camp as Super Eagles begin CHAN preparations in Ikenne
Published: July 07, 2025
The home-based Super Eagles, known as the CHAN Eagles, officially opened their training camp on Monday in Ikenne, Ogun State, as they prepare for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), allnigeriasocer.com reports.The camp, held at the Remo Stars Sports Institute, Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State, marks the start of an intensi...
'This is what we need' – Oparanozie hails ex-England U20 forward after first goal in Nigeria colours
Published: July 07, 2025
Former Super Falcons captain Desire Oparanozie has applauded Rinsola Babajide for her impactful performance during Nigeria's 3-0 win over Tunisia in their opening match at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Sunday.Babajide previously represented her country of birth England at U19, U20 and U21 level bef...
'It's promising people money' – Plumptre breaks silence on impersonation after Super Falcons win
Published: July 07, 2025
Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has raised alarm over a case of online impersonation while celebrating Nigeria’s 3-0 win over Tunisia in their opening match at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).Plumptre, who played the full 90 minutes at the Stade El Arbi Zaouli, was instrumental in helping t...
Super Falcons player ratings: Babajide outstanding, Okoronkwo officially the best, Plumptre stands tall
Published: July 06, 2025
Nigeria began their 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco with a commanding 3-0 win over Tunisia.The Super Falcons secured the victory with goals from Asisat Oshoala, Rinsola Babajide, and Chinwendu Ihezuo.Allnigeriasoccer.com rates the performance of each player against Tunisia.  The startersGoalkeep...
Liverpool alum pays tribute to Jota and four key observations from Super Falcons' win v Tunisia
Published: July 06, 2025
Nigeria kicked off their Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Tunisia.The Super Falcons were 2-0 up in the first half with goals from Asisat Oshoala and Rinsola Babajide. However, Chinwendu Ihezuo sealed the win with Nigeria’s third goal, finding the net six minutes f...
Wafcon Nigeria 3 Tunisia 0: Babajide, Oshoala, Ihezuo fire Super Falcons to comfortable win
Published: July 06, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Falcons launched their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign with a commanding 3–0 victory over Tunisia at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca.The nine-time champions started brightly, taking the lead in the 4th minute when Asisat Oshoala capitalised on a well-placed cross to finish c...
Fastest scorer in Wafcon history and 2 forwards: Tunisia trio the Super Falcons must watch
Published: July 06, 2025
Nigeria’s Super Falcons, nine-time Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) champions, will begin their 2025 campaign against Tunisia in Group B on Sunday at Larbi Zaouli Stadium.Despite Nigeria’s unbeaten record in open play against North African teams (W4 D2), Tunisia, coached by Kamel Saada, brings a resilient s...
'No easy teams' – Madugu insists 'no minnows' as Super Falcons target new world record
Published: July 05, 2025
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Nigeria coach Justin Madugu has stressed that there are no easy opponents at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations ahead of his side's opening game of the competition against Tunisia on Sunday evening at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca.Talk in Nigeria continues to cen...
'I was driving' – Eguavoen recalls heartbreaking moment he learned of Peter Rufai's passing
Published: July 05, 2025
Nigerians received the devastating news of Super Eagles legend Peter Rufai's passing on July 3.Rufai played a key role in Nigeria's 1994 Africa Cup of Nations triumph and featured for the Super Eagles at the Fifa World Cups in 1994 and 1998.The flamboyant goalkeeper, who had a 17-year spell with Nigeria's senior team, ...
'Let's do a rematch' – Super Falcons defender Plumptre eyes revenge against Morocco
Published: July 04, 2025
As anticipation builds ahead of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, talk in Nigeria continues to centre around 'Mission X'—the Super Falcons' ambitious push for a record-extending tenth continental title.Beyond the pursuit of silverware, the Super Falcons are also seeking redemption against Morocco's Atlas Liones...
Nigeria squad announcement: Chelle unveils 35-man provisional CHAN roster including Sodiq, Alimi
Published: July 04, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has released a 35-man provisional squad for the 8th African Nations Championship, set to take place next month in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, with notable inclusions such as Papa Mustapha Daniel and Sodiq Ismaila.The CHAN Eagles secured their place in the tournament with a 3-1 aggregate v...