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Flamingos’ coach unveils squad for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Flamingos head coach Bankole Olowookere has named attacking midfielder Shakirat Moshood, goalkeeper Sylvia Echefu, defender Jumai Adebayo, and forward Queen Joseph among a squad of 21 players to represent Nigeria at this year’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup finals in Morocco. The Flamingos arrived in Morocco’s commercial and industrial capital, Casablanca, on Wednesday for the final phase of preparations ahead…
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Pinnick outlines benefits of new FIFA role to Nigerian sports
Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, has described his appointment as Deputy Chairperson of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee as a recognition of Nigeria’s growing influence in global sports. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Thursday, Pinnick expressed gratitude for the opportunity, saying the appointment represents not only a personal achievement but…
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Nigeria’s hopes lifted as CAF modifies World Cup qualifying criteria
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revised the qualification criteria for the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers following the withdrawal of Eritrea from the campaign. In a circular dated March 14, 2025, and signed by CAF’s Director of Tournaments and Events, Samson Adamu, the continental body outlined new procedures to ensure fairness in determining the four best runners-up…
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Super Eagles’ quartet speak on Lesotho tie
By Tosin Omojola – Ahead of Friday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, some Super Eagles stars have shared their thoughts on the game. As the team rounds off preparations for the big match holding in South Africa, members of the squad have spoken from the team’s camp in Polokwane. The quartet of Wilfred Ndidi, Calvin Bassey, Terem Moffi, and…
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Coach Aliyu Zubair blames early goals for Flying Eagles’ World Cup fall
Flying Eagles Head Coach, Aliyu Zubair, has reacted to Nigeria’s 4–0 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-20 World Cup. Speaking at his post-match conference, Zubair explained that conceding two quick goals early in the encounter affected his players’ composure and disrupted their tactical approach. “I think the early goal was part of what destabilised…
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‘I deeply hurt people by moving to Saudi Arabia,’ says Nigeria’s Ashleigh Plumptre
When the offer came in from Saudi Arabia, Ashleigh Plumptre’s first instinct was to say no. In 2023 the defender’s contract was coming to an end at childhood club Leicester City and she was looking for a new project, something to inspire her and where she would feel valued as a person as well as a footballer. And after negotiations…
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Argentina eliminate Nigeria from U-20 World Cup after 4-0 thrashing
Six-time champions Argentina eliminated Nigeria from the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup finals in Chile on Wednesday evening, winning their Round of 16 tie in Santiago 4-0 to avenge the Flying Eagles’ triumph over them at the same stage when the Argentines hosted the tournament two years ago. Alejo Sarco scored Argentina’s first as early as the second minute, before…
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Flamingos land in Morocco, set for friendlies against New Zealand and Paraguay
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have safely arrived in Casablanca, Morocco, as preparations intensify for their participation in the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The team departed Abuja at 7:18 a.m. on Tuesday and landed in Casablanca at 11:28 a.m., following a smooth 4-hour, 20-minute flight. On arrival, the young players had an unexpected yet inspiring meeting…
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FIFA U-20 World Cup: Flying Eagles battle Argentina in Round of 16 clash
Nigeria and Argentina will once again set the global football stage alight as the Round of 16 of this year’s FIFA U-20 World Cup finals begins in Chile on Wednesday evening. Both countries have fought memorable battles in the FIFA World Cup finals, FIFA U-20 World Cup finals, and at the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament, but the most recent remains…
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Five more Eagles expected as Ekong, Osimhen, Lookman, others train
By Tosin Omojola – The Super Eagles of Nigeria officially opened their training camp at The Ranch Hotel in Polokwane, South Africa, on Monday. With Head Coach Eric Chelle and his backroom staff arriving in camp on Monday, 17 players had joined them by Tuesday. Those already in camp as of Tuesday include William Troost-Ekong, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Chrisantus…
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