The 13-year-old is just getting started, but her dedication, talent, and passion signal the arrival of a new force in African fencing.

The tournament will also determine Africa’s four representatives for the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile. The four semi-finalists will automatically qualify for the global event.

Rangers will look to bounce back when they face Hearts away on February 16, with Cyriel Dessers expected to be in action for the Gers.

The ex-Stade de Reims forward put Galatasaray ahead in the third minute, marking her first-ever goal for the club since joining.

Owolabi stated that at least two months of training is essential to boost the team’s chances in the competition, warning that delayed preparations could hurt their performance.

Plumptre joined Al-Ittihad in 2023 from Leicester City in the WSL shortly after the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

However, for grassroots sports to thrive, intentional investment in infrastructure and access to common-user sports facilities is non-negotiable .

Abiodun’s loan to Dallas Trinity FC is seen as a strategic move to help her gain regular playing time before returning to Washington Spirit in 2026.

The Chilly Boys will be looking to bounce back and put up a strong performance against one of South Africa’s biggest clubs.

Despite Trabzonspor dominating possession, they struggled to break down fourth-placed Eyüpspor’s defense, making Nwakaeme’s contribution all the more vital.