Super Falcons

Nigeria’s Alozie shortlisted for FIFPRO Women’s World 11 after standout year

Nigeria’s Alozie shortlisted for FIFPRO Women’s World 11 after standout year

Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has been named among the nominees for the 2025 FIFPRO Women’s World 11, following an exceptional season for both club and country, Afrosport reports. Alozie was instrumental to Nigeria’s triumphed at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco earlier this year, with the Super Falcons clinching a record-extending 10th title. The Houston Dash full-back impressed throughout the tournament, scoring...

WAFCON 2024: Ruthless Super Falcons put five past Zambia to reach semi-finals

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Super Falcons edge Benin in Lome to claim first leg advantage

Nigeria’s Super Falcons sealed a 2-0 win over Benin Republic in Lome, Togo, on Friday to claim a first-leg advantage in their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final qualifying fixture, Afrosport reports. The 10-time African champions got off to a flying start, with captain Rasheedat Ajibade hitting the crossbar inside the opening minutes at the Stade de Kegue. China-based forward Folashade Ijamilusi also threatened...

Oshoala, Demehin leads early arrivals as Super Falcons hit Togo camp

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Super Falcons eye first leg advantage against Benin

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will look to take an early advantage when they face Benin’s Amazons in the first leg of their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final qualifying fixture on Friday, Afrosport reports. The match, which will be officiated by Gambian referee Ngum Fatou, will be played at the Stade de Kegue in Lome, with kick-off set for 4 p.m. Nigerian time. GAME DAY 📣...

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Injury blow for Super Falcons as Echegini ruled out of Benin clash

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Injury blow for Super Falcons as Echegini ruled out of Benin clash

The Super Falcons have suffered an early setback ahead of their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final qualifying fixture against Benin Republic, with midfielder Jennifer Echegini ruled out through a hamstring injury, Afrosport reports. Echegini, who scored Nigeria’s winning at the 2024 AFCON final in July, was named in Justin Madugu’s initial 21-player squad for the two legs against Benin. The 24-year-old will now...

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: CAF names officials for Super Falcons clash with Benin

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: CAF names officials for Super Falcons clash with Benin

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ngum Fatou from The Gambia as referee for Friday’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier between Nigeria and Benin Republic in Lome, Afrosport reports. Fatou will be assisted by Mariem Chedad and Hamedine Houleye from Mauritania, while fellow Gambian Isatou Touray has been named as fourth official. Halimatou Hamidou from Niger will serve as the match...