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Following Nigeria’s 1-0 win over South Africa in the first leg of their 2024 Olympic Games qualifier on Friday, Head coach Randy Waldrum praised his team’s performance but expressed belief that they could have achieved more.

Head Coach Randy Waldrum says the Super Falcons must cope with absence of duo Ashleigh Plumptre and Tosin Demehin for the encounter against South Africa.

Napoli’s President, Aurelio De Laurentiis faced questioning on Wednesday regarding the controversial transfer of Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen.

Ahead of the crucial first-leg, Paris 2024 Olympics qualifiers between Nigeria and South Africa, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie had issued a passionate call to fans, urging them to rally behind the team.

In the latest FIFA men’s ranking released on Thursday, Nigeria dropped two spots from 28th to 30th position.

Nottingham Forest are keen on retaining the services of Nigerian defender Ola Aina beyond the current season.

Tragedy struck the football community as 24-year-old Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs was fatally shot in a botched car hijacking in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Nigerian forwards Terem Moffi and Moses Simon have been shortlisted for the prestigious Marc-Vivien Foe award, recognizing the best African Player in Ligue 1.

Turkish Super Lig powerhouse Galatasaray remain keen on securing the services of Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi.

Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum exudes confidence in his team’s ability to overcome South Africa in the upcoming Paris 2024 final qualifying playoff.