Author: Tumininu Yussuf
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointments of Manu Garba and Moses Aduku as head coaches of the national U17 and U20 teams, respectively. The Veteran tacticians return to national team roles as Nigeria targets World Cup qualification at youth level, in September. The decision, ratified by the NFF Executive Committee, followed recommendations from the federation’s Technical and Development Sub-Committee aimed at reinforcing Nigeria’s youth football structure with experienced leadership. Manu Garba Returns to Golden Eaglets Manu Garba, the man who guided Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets to FIFA U17 World Cup glory in the United Arab Emirates in 2013,…
Just a day to the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final clash between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and host nation Morocco in Rabat, interim head coach, Justin Madugu has delivered a strong message of assurance and composure. Madugu, speaking with confidence ahead of Thursday’s final in Rabat, insisted that his team remains laser-focused despite the enormous pressure of facing a vocal home crowd and the weight of public expectations. “They Know Why We Are Here” – Justin Madugu Unshaken by Pressure Ahead of Rabat Final The former Falcons assistant, who stepped into the interim role following Randy Waldrum’s departure,…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a place in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a tense 2-1 victory over defending champions South Africa in Casablanca. However, former Banyana Banyana captain Janine van Wyk believes the outcome was significantly influenced by an unfortunate injury to South African defender Gabriela Salgado during the second half. The match, filled with drama and intensity, saw Nigeria draw first blood through Rasheedat Ajibade’s first-half penalty. South Africa responded in the 60th minute when Linda Motlhalo converted from the spot after a VAR review awarded a penalty for a foul on…
Reigning African champions D’Tigress of Nigeria have officially unveiled their final roster for the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship set to tip off in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Head coach Rena Wakama has named a 12-woman squad brimming with experience, youth, and continental pedigree as Nigeria gears up to chase an unprecedented fifth consecutive title. The team will be looking to extend their dominant run on the continent, having won the last four editions of the championship in 2017, 2019, 2021, and 2023. Final Squad for Abidjan Mission The final 12-woman squad comprises a solid blend of returning stars and dynamic…
South Africa head coach, Desiree Ellis has paid tribute to her team’s fearless display against Nigeria where they eventually lost 2-1 to the Super Falcons in the semi-final of the 2024 WAFCON. The intense clash at Stade Mohamed V on Tuesday night ended in heartbreak for the reigning champions, South Africa, as Nigeria advanced to yet another final courtesy of Michelle Alozie’s dramatic stoppage-time winner. “We Gave As Good As They Gave” – Ellis on Banyana’s Display Speaking after the match, a visibly emotional Ellis heaped praise on her players, insisting they matched Nigeria in every aspect of the game…
Interim head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, Justin Madugu, has commended his players for their hard-fought 2-1 semifinal victory over reigning champions South Africa. He hailed the team for showing mental strength and tactical discipline during difficult spells of the match in Casablanca, Morocco. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Madugu acknowledged the emotional and psychological impact of the serious injury suffered by Banyana Banyana star Gabriela Salgado, but insisted it did not change the outcome. He praised his side for staying focused despite losing control of the game at certain points. “They Kept Fighting When We Lost Control” —…
In a pulsating semifinal clash under the lights of the Larbi Zaouli stadium, star girl Michelle Alozie delivered a thunderous 94th-minute strike to send Nigeria’s Super Falcons into the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a 2-1 victory over defending champions South Africa. The Houston Dash striker’s long-range winner sparked wild celebrations as Nigeria took one step closer to a record-extending 12th WAFCON title, dethroning a Banyana Banyana side who were left heartbroken, not just by the defeat, but also by a serious injury to Gabriela Salgado in the dying minutes. Ajibade and Motlhalo Trade…
With emotions rising ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-final, Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has made it clear that the team is keeping its eyes firmly on the prize and is undistracted by off-pitch challenges or previous heartbreaks. The captain believes and insists the Falcons are ready to write a new chapter. The Nigerian side will face defending champions Banyana Banyana of South Africa in a fiery rematch of the 2022 edition where Nigeria fell short. Rasheedat Ajibade – “This is our responsibility… ” Speaking ahead of the game, Rasheedat Ajibade lifted the lid on…
As anticipation builds for a titanic semi-final clash between South Africa’s Banyana Banyana and Nigeria’s Super Falcons at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), head coach Desiree Ellis has issued a rallying cry warning her team of the high-pressure stakes and urging them to focus on the present rather than past victories. Speaking during a pre-match press conference ahead of the much-anticipated encounter, Ellis made it clear that despite South Africa’s recent edge over Nigeria, including their last win at the 2022 WAFCON, this fixture represents a fresh battle. “You Don’t Look Back, You Look Forward” — Ellis…
As Nigeria’s Super Falcons prepare to face long-time rivals South Africa in the semifinals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) today, interim coach Justine Madugu shrugs off critics to focus on the team’s progress. Ahead of the clash in Casablanca, all eyes are not just on the pitch but also on the man at the helm of the Falcons’ tactical charge. Facing the immense expectations that come with coaching Nigeria’s most successful women’s football team, Madugu remains unshaken. Speaking to reporters from the team’s base in Casablanca, the coach addressed growing criticism and made it clear that neither…
