Nigerian First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday warmly welcomed members of the Nigerian female football team, the Super Falcons, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The Super Falcons faced a disappointing exit from the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup, which was co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. READ ALSO: NFF Respond to FIFPRO Regarding Super Falcons … Read more
President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the death of former Super Falcons coach, Ismaila Mabo, who Mabo died on Monday at the age of 80. The President, in a statement via his Spokesman, Garba Shehu, sent his condolences to the family of Mabo. Buhari joined them in mourning the loss of their husband and father, … Read more
Aisha Falode, the chair of the Nigerian Women’s Football League (NWFL), clarified that FIFA will pay the 2023 Women’s World Cup (WWC) prize money through the country’s federations, not directly to the players. She made this statement during a conversation with Lagos Talks FM. Following the Super Falcons’ qualification to the second round of the … Read more
The Three Lionesses of England on Monday dumped the Super Falcons of Nigeria out of the ongoing Women’s World Cup. Daily Report Nigeria reports that the Round of 16 encounter between Nigeria and England dragged on to penalties after both teams played out a scoreless 120 minutes. Despite having a drab show and Lauren James … Read more
Asisat Oshoala, the Super Falcons attacker, admitted that her father was not pleased with her exuberant goal celebration during the Women’s World Cup match against Australia. After scoring the third goal, she took off her jersey and threw it into the air, celebrating with her teammates. Despite her father’s disapproval, Oshoala believes that life is … Read more
Nigeria Football Federation president Ibrahim Musa Gusau is confident that the Super Falcons will defeat England in the Women’s World Cup knockout phase. Despite finishing second in Group B, the team secured their spot in the last 16 and is now set to face England’s Lionesses, who are considered favourites for the match. Nigeria, … Read more
The Nigeria national women’s football team are terrified ahead of their clash with Cote d’Ivoire women in the final qualifying match of the 2022 Africa Women Cup of Nations’ championship. Randy Waldrum’s team and Lady Elephant will compete to secure a place at the Africa Cup of Nations which Morocco will host in July this … Read more
Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre’s remarkable performance in the Round of 16 at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand earned her a spot in the best XI. During Nigeria’s match against the Three Lionesses of England, Plumptre stood out as a key player, despite their 4-2 penalty defeat. Recognizing her … Read more
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has paid tribute to the country’s women’s national team, the Super Falcons on the occasion of the International Women’s Day. The NFF celebrated the Super Falcons on their official Twitter handle with a message and also two pictures. “Happy International women’s day! @NGSuper_Falcons #SoarSuperFalcons,” reads the tweet. The Falcons are … Read more
Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre says the team must secure a spot at the 2024 Olympic Games. The Super Falcons have failed to qualify for the last three editions of the Olympics. Expectations are high that Randy Waldrum’s side will earn a berth at Paris 2024 following their impressive showing at the 2023 FIFA Women’s … Read more
Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum exudes confidence as his team prepares to face Cameroon in Abuja on Monday. Despite a goalless draw in the first leg of their 2024 Olympic Games third-round qualifying match in Douala on Friday, Waldrum remains optimistic about his team’s chances. The nine-time African champions put up a solid performance, … Read more
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have advanced to the round of 16 in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The remarkable achievement makes Nigeria the first African country to reach the knockout rounds in two consecutive finals. Additionally, they have become the first African team to keep two clean sheets in the tournament. As a … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have lauded the Super Falcons for bringing honour to Nigeria, despite their elimination from the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The Super Falcons exited the tournament after a Round of 16 loss to England’s Three Lionesses at the Brisbane Stadium in … Read more
Several football stakeholders in the country have united their voices to urge the Nigerian Football Federation to settle the overdue allowances owed to members of the Super Falcons. These stakeholders, which include both current and former Super Eagles players, are echoing the call made in a recent solidarity statement by FIFpro, the global player union. … Read more
Super Falcons captain, Onome Ebi, has said that the team will be targeting a semi-final spot at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the ninth FIFA Women’s World Cup finals will hold in Australia and New Zealand from July 20 to August 20. The ninth FIFA Women’s World … Read more