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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: 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 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: Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu has declared his team will pursue a large victory against the Benin Republic in their WAFCON 2026 qualifier. According to Complete Sports, the defending champions aim to secure a commanding first-leg lead in Lomé on Friday to make the return leg in...

The Digest: The Super Falcons' preparation for their 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier has intensified, with 11 players now in camp in Lomé, Togo. Defending champions Nigeria began training on Monday, with stars like Asisat Oshoala and new invitee Joy Omewa participating, while key...

The Digest: The Nigerian Super Falcons have commenced training in Lomé, Togo, ahead of their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic. Six-time African Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala was among the early arrivals, alongside new invitee Joy Omewa and a mix of...

The Digest: The Super Falcons retain their position as Africa’s number one team and hold 36th place in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking. Despite a thrilling 10th WAFCON title victory, the ranking reflects ongoing regional and global dynamics within women’s football. Keywords: Super...