Tag: Super Falcons
FIFA Rankings: Super Falcons stay top in Africa, jump to 36th worldwide
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are still the top women’s football team in Africa and have moved up to 36th place in…
Super Falcons our toughest opponents ever – England stars
Speaking on their podcast, Daly Brightness, the former Lionesses stars reflected on memorable games and singled out the Round of…
Tension builds as Ajibade criticises NFF ahead of WAFCON
The issue gained more attention after the NFF announced that the Super Eagles would play in the Unity Cup, a…
U-Turn: Cape Verde pulls out of Nigeria friendly
Officials at the NFF have assured fans that the Super Falcons will remain focused and ready, despite the setback caused…
International Friendly: Nigeria to play Cape Verde in Ikenne
The Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, has been selected as the venue for two international friendly matches between…
Why we lost to Super Falcons – Lionesses coach
coach of the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, Mike Ndoumou, has opened up about the reasons behind his team’s 3-1 loss…
Pre-WAFCON Friendlies: Super Falcons seek victory against Lionesses in second game
Second-half substitutes Joy Omewa, Precious Christopher, Folashade Ijamilusi, Esther Onyenezide and Michelle Alozie sought to put more pressure on the…
Falcons fail to break Cameroon’s defence in friendly loss
Nigeria slowly gained more control of the game but found it difficult to break through Cameroon’s solid defence.
WAFCON Friendlies: Ajibade, Okobi, 15 others in camp as Falcons get ready for Lionesses
Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, defenders Osinachi Ohale and Michelle Alozie, and forward Chinwendu Ihezuo are expected at the team’s
Nigeria Vs Cameroon: Why I left out Oshoala from Super Falcons squad – Madugu
The coach added that competition within the squad is healthy and necessary. By giving other forwards and emerging talents a…
Pre-WAFCON Friendlies: Madugu invites Ajibade, Nnadozie, 23 others for Cameroon
Head Coach Justine Madugu has listed captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and forwards Esther Okoronkwo and Chinwendu Ihezuo in…
25-Man Cameroon squad named ahead of Super Falcons Clclash
The coaching staff is using the camp to assess players’ fitness, tactics, and teamwork ahead of the crucial WAFCON tournament.
Poland 2026: Senegal’s Lionesses de Téranga train in Abeokuta for Falconets
The opponents of Nigeria’s U20 Women National Team, Falconets, in Saturday’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup third round, first leg…
Road to WAFCON 2026 begins as Super Falcons open camp February 20
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will begin their training camp for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Friday, February…
WAFCON 2025: Nigeria Set for Group C Showdown as draw announced
CAF president Patrice Motsepe said he wants to increase both prize money and salaries for female players. Nigeria earned $1m…
FIFA Rankings: Super Falcons slip one place, retains first position in Africa
The team, which was previously ranked 36th in the world, is now in 37th position.
Super Falcons Crowned CAF Women’s National Team of the Year
It is also their third consecutive win, forming a remarkable treble that mirrors the individual success of goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie,…
Super Falcons star, Monday Gift pens tearful message after father’s burial in Akwa Ibom
Gift Monday currently plays professional football in the United States for Washington Spirit in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).
2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Super Falcons edge Amazons, qualify for Morocco 2026
Qualification means Nigeria have the opportunity to not only defend their title in Morocco next year, but also aim for…
Outrage as NFF fails to stream Super Falcons versus Benin match
The NFF Facebook page was particularly woeful as the last post on the platform was put up on October 7.
‘No room for complacency’ – Madugu cautions Super Falcons ahead of decisive tie
Despite holding a 2–0 aggregate lead from the first leg in Lomé, secured through goals from Chinwendu Ihezuo and Esther…
Super Falcons soar past Benin with confident victory in WAFCON qualifier
Goals from Chinwendu Ihezuo and Esther Okoronkwo in the opening half ensured that the 10-time African champions took firm control…
CAF Awards 2025: Ajibade, Falcons dominate nominees list
Nigeria’s Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, and the senior women’s national team have been shortlisted for honours…
Super Falcons heroine, Onumonu retires after historic WAFCON triumph
Onumonu made her debut for Nigeria in 2021 and quickly became a key figure in the national team setup. She…
Ballon d’Or: NFF congratulates Nnadozie, Madugu
Nnadozie finished fourth behind England and Chelsea FC’s Hannah Hampton who took home the Trophée Yachine (named after former Soviet…
End of an era: Super Falcons star, Onome Ebi retires after six World Cups, four WAFCON titles
From World Cup appearances to continental glory, Ebi’s career will be remembered for her resilience, leadership, and unwavering patriotism
2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Super Falcons to go hard on She-Cheetahs, as Lionesses face tough task
The Lionesses, runners-up in 2014 in Namibia and in 2016 when Cameroon hosted (both times beaten by Nigeria in the…
Super Falcons snub NFF, reject payment in naira
The controversy over the Super Falcons’ WAFCON bonuses has taken a new turn, with reports suggesting the delay was not…
Forgotten Champions: Ex-Super Falcons players cry out, appeal to President Tinubu for recognition
Most of my teammates are suffering. We served this country with everything we had. All we ask is to be…
We haven’t received FG’s largesse – Super Falcons captain, Ajibade
During the reception, the President announced that each player would receive $100,000 and a three-bedroom house, in addition to being…