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The Digest: Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has responded with notable composure after being overlooked for the CAF Women’s Coach of the Year award, framing the disappointment not as a setback but as motivation to continue elevating Nigerian women’s football. Key Points: Justin...

The Digest: Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu was overlooked for the CAF Women’s Coach of the Year award, despite leading Nigeria to a historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title. The honor instead went to TP Mazembe’s Lamia Boumehdi, leaving many to question the criteria behind a...

The Digest: Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been handed a challenging path in their bid to retain the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, drawing familiar foes and debutants in a group that promises both rivalry and renewal. Key Points: Nigeria will defend its WAFCON title in Group C...

The Digest: Nigeria’s Super Falcons have slipped one spot to 37th in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking. The team, inactive during the last international window, still retains its top position in Africa despite the slight global decline. Key Points : Nigeria’s Super Falcons fall one...

The Digest: Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie shone with four key saves to help Brighton & Hove Albion secure a 1–0 Women’s Super League victory over London City Lionesses on Sunday. Key Points Kiko Seike scored the winning goal for Brighton in the sixth minute. Nnadozie made four...

The Digest: Former Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum has publicly questioned the Nigeria Football Federation over the alleged mismanagement of a $960,000 FIFA grant meant for World Cup preparations. In a resurfaced video, Waldrum revealed the financial oversight cast a shadow over the team’s...

The Digest: Nigerian shot-stopper Chiamaka Nnadozie continues to redefine excellence in African women’s football, securing the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award for an unprecedented third straight year and cementing her status as the continent’s undisputed number one. Key Points...

The Digest: Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been honored as the 2025 CAF Women’s National Team of the Year, capping a landmark season defined by a record-extending 10th WAFCON title and an inspiring display of resilience. The award, presented in Rabat, recognizes not just victory but the...

The Digest: Super Falcons’ standout Chiamaka Nnadozie has further cemented her legendary status in African football by clinching the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award for an unprecedented third consecutive time. This remarkable achievement not only highlights her individual brilliance...

The Digest: Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has earned a nomination for the 2025 FIFA Best Women’s Goalkeeper Award, recognizing her exceptional performances for both club and country over the past season. Key Points Nnadozie was shortlisted alongside top global goalkeepers from...

The Digest: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expanded the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) from 12 to 16 teams, introducing a new group stage format and reinstating traditional rivals, a move that recalibrates the competitive landscape for Nigeria's record-holding Super...

The Digest: Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has described her nomination for the 2023 FIFPRO Women's World XI as "insane," marking a historic moment for Nigerian football. The Houston Dash star is the sole Nigerian on the 25-player shortlist, a recognition she credits to her national...

The Digest: Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has presented a ₦50 million cash gift to the Super Falcons in recognition of their historic achievements and to motivate the team. The governor announced the reward during the team's courtesy visit to his office in Abeokuta, ahead of their 2026...

The Digest: The Super Falcons have officially qualified for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, drawing 1-1 with the Benin Republic in Abeokuta to complete a 3-1 aggregate victory. The match was marked by defender Ashleigh Plumptre’s maiden goal for Nigeria, a powerful...

The Digest: Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has been nominated for the 2025 International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) Women’s Best Goalkeeper award. The nomination comes on the heels of her stellar performances for both Nigeria, where she was named...

The Digest: The Super Falcons of Nigeria will face the Amazons of the Benin Republic today in the second leg of their 2026 WAFCON qualifier, aiming to secure their place in the tournament after a commanding 2-0 away victory last Friday. Despite the comfortable first-leg win, head coach Justin...

The Digest: Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has earned a nomination for the 2025 FIFPro Women’s World 11, joining an elite group of defenders in the annual global selection voted on by professional footballers worldwide. The 28-year-old was recognized for her standout performances...

The Digest: Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has issued a stern warning to his players, insisting they will take "nothing for granted" in their crucial WAFCON qualifier against the Benin Republic. Despite holding a commanding 2-0 lead from the first leg, the coach emphasized that the...

The Digest: Nigeria's Super Falcons have taken a major step toward the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 2-0 away win over the Benin Republic. First-half goals from Chinwendu Ihezuo and Esther Okoronkwo secured a vital first-leg advantage, positioning Nigeria among the...

The Digest: Nigeria's Super Falcons are poised for their opening 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, expressing high confidence ahead of their clash with the Amazons of the Benin Republic. The defending champions, who have been camped in Lome since Monday, face their West African...