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target=_blank>CAF confirms 2026 playoff fixtures, venue, time; Nigeria, others get opponents
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF), in collaboration with hosts Morocco, has officially confirmed the match venues and schedule for the African Qualifiers of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Inter-Continental Play-off tournament.
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target=_blank>Super Falcons coach Madugu gets contract extension after WAFCON qualification
Nigeria’s spot in the 2026 WAFCON, which is scheduled to take place from March 17 to April 3, was confirmed despite the lacklustre draw.
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target=_blank>FIFA U-17 WWC: Flamingos out after 0-4 loss to Italy
Nigeria, the 2022 bronze medallists, were eliminated from the ongoing FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup on Tuesday after a 4-0 defeat by Italy, who took their tournament tally to four wins in as many matches.
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target=_blank>Ashleigh Plumptre scores first Falcon’s goal, seals WAFCON qualification
Ashleigh Plumptre was at the extreme end of the goal area when Esther’s long corner kick went over everyone else
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target=_blank>Saliba, Martinelli add to Arsenal’s injury issues
Arteta is embracing the current optimism around the club after the frustration of finishing as Premier League runners-up for a third successive campaign last term.
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target=_blank>Boxing Day tradition altered as Premier League plans single fixture
The move marks a rare deviation from one of English football’s most cherished traditions.
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target=_blank>Chiamaka Nnadozie nominated for 2025 IFFHS Women’s Best Goalkeeper Award
Her professional career unfolded with Nigeria’s Rivers Angels, and was vital for Paris FC to win the Coupe de France Féminine title in June.
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E2%82%A650m/ target=_blank>Gov. Abiodun rewards Super Falcons with ₦50m
The reception was held on Monday ahead of the Super Falcons’ second-leg fixture against the Amazons of Benin Republic in the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers.
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target=_blank>Togo footballer Samuel Asamoah set to play again after breaking neck
Samuel Asamoah, 31, ploughed head-first into a pitch-side LED advertising panel after being shoved by an opponent while jostling for the ball earlier this month.
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target=_blank>Chelsea manager Maresca vows to ‘protect players’ with rotation
The Blues visit Wolves in the League Cup fourth round on Wednesday, looking to bounce back from a 2-1 home loss to Sunderland in the Premier League.
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target=_blank>NPFL: Warri Wolves ready for Insurance clash – Head Coach Austin
Warri Wolves head coach Johnny Austin has expressed his team’s determination to secure maximum points in their next league game against Bendel Insurance. The Seasiders will face the Benin Arsenals in a Matchday 11 fixture at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, this weekend. They defeated Bayelsa United 2-0 in their last match to extend
NPFL: Warri Wolves ready for Insurance clash – Head Coach Austin
target=_blank>Super Falcons aim to become global powerhouse – Ajibade
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has said it is time for the team to make a big impact on the world stage. Justine Madugu’s side are the most successful team in Africa, with 10 titles. The Super Falcons have also qualified for every edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Despite their dominance in Africa,
Super Falcons aim to become global powerhouse – Ajibade
target=_blank>LaLiga: ‘He’ll never change’ – Burley criticises Vinicius over Alonso behaviour
Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has slammed Real Madrid forward Vinicius for his behaviour towards manager Xabi Alonso during the El Clásico win over Barcelona last weekend. Recall that Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu, thanks to goals from Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham. However, Vinicius displayed unsportsmanlike behaviour towards Alonso after
LaLiga: ‘He’ll never change’ – Burley criticises Vinicius over Alonso behaviour
target=_blank>EPL: ‘Heavy Favourites’ – Ray Parlour backs Arsenal to win title this season
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has said his former team are “heavy favourites” to win the Premier League this season. The Gunners now hold a four-point lead at the top of the table. Crucially, Mikel Arteta’s men are six points clear of Manchester City and seven above champions Liverpool. Speaking with TribalFootball, Parlour said: “I’m sure
EPL: ‘Heavy Favourites’ – Ray Parlour backs Arsenal to win title this season
target=_blank>EPL: Set-pieces are a threat, it’s like playing Stoke – Guardiola admits
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has admitted set-pieces are a threat again in the Premier League. According to him, most games are now reminiscent of facing Stoke City under Tony Pulis. Statistics have revealed that almost 19 per cent of all league goals across the division have come from corners. That figure is nearly five
EPL: Set-pieces are a threat, it’s like playing Stoke – Guardiola admits
target=_blank>2025 U-17 WWC: Olowookere rues Flamingos’ heavy defeat to Italy
Flamingos head coach, Bankole Olowookere has expressed disappointment with his team’s ouster from the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Olowookere’s side were eliminated from the competition following a 4-0 loss to Italy in their Round of 16 encounter in Rabat on Tuesday night. The Flamingos put up a good performance in the game but
2025 U-17 WWC: Olowookere rues Flamingos’ heavy defeat to Italy
target=_blank>Carabao Cup: Wolves ready for tough Chelsea test – Arokodare
Tolu Arokodare is expecting a difficult duel against Chelsea in Wednesday night’s Carabao Cup clash. Wolves have struggled in the Premier League this season but have enjoyed a good run in the Carabao Cup. Vitor Pereira’s side defeated Everton 2-0 in the previous round. Arokodare netted his side’s second goal on the night, his first
Carabao Cup: Wolves ready for tough Chelsea test – Arokodare
target=_blank>Serie A: Lookman keen to hit top form for Atalanta
Ademola Lookman is keen to regain top form after starring in Atalanta’s 1-1 draw with AC Milan on Tuesday night. Lookman scored the equalising goal for La Dea in the thrilling encounter. It was the Nigeria international’s first goal of the season for the Bergamo club. The winger has struggled in recent games majorly due
Serie A: Lookman keen to hit top form for Atalanta
target=_blank>EPL: ‘These Chelsea defenders can’t win title’ – Mikel names club to emerge champions
Former Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel, has tipped Arsenal to win the Premier League this season. He said the Gunners would win the league after 22 years simply because of their solid defence this season. According to Mikel, Mikel Arteta’s side possess the best quality of defenders in the league having conceded just three goals
EPL: ‘These Chelsea defenders can’t win title’ – Mikel names club to emerge champions
target=_blank>Super Eagles’ big boy – Obi Mikel hails Osimhen
Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel has heaped praises on Victor Osimhen, describing him as the team’s big boy. The former Chelsea midfielder stated this while reacting to Osimhen’s impressive display during Nigeria’s recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier 4-0 win against Benin Republic. Recall that Osimhen netted a hat-trick as Nigeria defeated Gernot
Super Eagles’ big boy – Obi Mikel hails Osimhen
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