Category: Super Falcons
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Madugu names Ajibade and five foreign contingent for Super Falcons Friendlies
Super Falcons’ interim coach, Justin Madugu, has selected six foreign-based players for the Super Falcons’ upcoming friendlies against Algeria, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The overseas call-ups include Chiamaka Nnadozie of Paris FC, Rasheedat Ajibade of Atletico Madrid, Deborah Abiodun of University of Pittsburg, Monday Gift of UD Tenerife and Esther Onyenazide of Hapoel Katamon. These players will…
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Super Falcons to host Algeria in Lagos in October friendlies
Nigeria’s women’s national team, the Super Falcons, will play two friendly matches against Algeria later this month, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports: The matches will take place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on October 26 and October 29 Interim head coach Justin Madugu is set to name a squad comprising foreign and locally-based players this weekend.…
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Super Falcons to host Algeria this October in friendlies
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will face Algeria in two friendly matches later this month, as part of their preparations for the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations. The friendlies will take place Saturday, October 26 and Tuesday, October 29 According to Nigeria Football, the squad for the friendlies will comprise local players. The matches provide an…
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Asisat Oshoala earn Bay FC win over Seattle
Nigeria Super Falcons striker, Asisat Oshoala earned her side Bay FC an away victory over Seattle Reign FC in the National Women’s League on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Her lone strike in the first half was all needed to get maximum points away from home at Lumen Field on the night. Bay FC started with great…
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Eguavoen to continue in Eagles’ role, as Madugu takes over Super Falcons
The Executive Committee of Nigeria Football Federation on Thursday approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee for the Federation’s Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen to continue in his role as Head Coach of the Super Eagles, and lead the team in its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Libya next month.…
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Ajibade up for Spanish Liga F Player of the Month Award
Nigerian forward, Rasheedat Ajibade has been shortlisted for the Spanish Liga F Player of the Month award for September, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 24-year-old Atletico Madrid winger impressed with two goals and two assists in just two league appearances during the month. Ajibade’s notable performances include an assist in Atletico Madrid’s 2-0 opening day win over…
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La Liga F: Rasheedat Ajibade nominated for September POTM
Rasheedat Ajibade has been nominated for the La Liga F player of the month of September following her fine performance for Athletico de Madrid Feminino, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ajibade’s good display in the month as seen her score two goals and provided two assists with the most recent at the weekend against Valencia where she scored…
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Galatasaray unveil Nigerian defender, Oluwatosin Demehin
Turkish Super Lig club Galatasaray have officially unveiled Nigeria international Oluwatosin Demehin, following her signing on a one-year contract, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The 22-year-old defender joins Galatasaray from French D1 Arkema side Stade Reims, where she spent two seasons and played a key role in their fourth-place finish last term. ? Oluwatosin Blessing Demehin'in imza töreninden…
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Brace: Raheedat Ajibade lead the march as Atlético de Madrid cruise past Valencia CF
Atlético de Madrid Femeni cruised past Valencia CF with a 4-0 victory to maintain their winning streak in Liga F, largely thanks to Super Falcons’ Rasheedat Ajibade’s impressive attacking performance, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. In the 15th minute, Ajibade delivered a cross into the area that Gaby García finished off from behind for the opener. Fiamma, returning…
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Rafiat Sule shines as Lumezzane share spoils with Arezzo
Super Falcons striker Rafiat Sule was in action for Lumezzane Women as they played a 1-1 draw with Arezzo Women in the Italian Serie B game played on Sunday at the Stadio Comunale, Città di Arezzo, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. Rafiat who was a standout player for Lumezzane Women in their promotion from Serie C to Serie…
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Galatasaray sign Super Falcons defender Tosin Demehin
Turkish champions, Galatasaray have completed the signing of Nigeria international Tosin Demehin, following her departure from French Division 1 Féminine side Stade Reims, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Demehin, a skilled centre-back, spent two successful seasons with Reims, making 26 league appearances. After an amazing years & seasons in Reims, I want to thank everyone for the opportunity…
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WUCL: Night to forget as Man City thrash Nnadozie’s Paris
Nigeria Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie had a day to forget after her side Paris FC was beaten by Manchester City in the first leg of their UEFA Women Champions League qualifying matchup, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Nnadozie conceded five goals as the Women’s Soccer League side ran riot over the D1 Arkema side at Stade Charléty,…
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Nnadozie’s Paris FC face Manchester City in Champions League Playoff
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and her Paris FC teammates are set to host Manchester City in the first leg of their UEFA Women’s Champions League playoff tie on Wednesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The crucial encounter takes place at the Stade Charlety in Paris, with the overall winner securing a spot in the competition’s group stage.…
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NWSL: Toni Payne eager for Everton debut
Toni Payne is set to begin an exciting new chapter in her career as she prepares for her competitive debut with Everton Ladies, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. After leaving Spanish club Sevilla, where she spent six years, Payne joined Everton on a free transfer in June and is now eager to make her mark in the…
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Rinsola Babajide wins first ever Chafiras MVP Award
Nigeria Super Falcons player, Rinsola Babajide has won her first-ever Chafiras MVP Award in the Spanish La Liga F after her fine display over the weekend, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. ??|PRIMER EQUIPO| ??Rinsola Babajide, @rinss98, recoge el primer MVP Chafiras de la temporada. ?¡Enhorabuena, Rins!#UDTenerife #TúNosHacesImparables pic.twitter.com/WtfyDSffPW — Costa Adeje Tenerife Egatesa (@UDCATenerife) September 17, 2024 Babajide…
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Randy Waldrum steps down as Super Falcons Head Coach
Randy Waldrum has resigned from his position as the head coach of the Super Falcons, citing personal reasons for his departure, Nigeeriasoccernet.com gathered. Appointed on October 5, 2020, Waldrum’s resignation comes amidst ongoing concerns regarding his wife’s health. In a letter of resignation submitted on Thursday, Waldrum, aged 67, expressed his decision to step down…
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Onumonu vows to make impact after historic first European switch
Super Falcons forward Ifeoma Onumonu has vowed to make her first European switch memorable after completing a move to Montpellier club following mutual contract termination with Utah Royals FC, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. She becomes the first Nigerian female player to represent the French outfit. “I am very happy to be here today. I am impatient to…
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Super Falcons’ Christy Ucheibe named in Portuguese Women’s League Team of the Season
Super Falcons midfielder Christy Ucheibe has been honored with a place in the Portuguese Women’s League Team of the Season for 2023/24, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com. Ucheibe’s inclusion in the prestigious lineup highlights her exceptional performance throughout the season with Benfica. The 23-year-old midfielder has been a key player for the Portuguese giants, contributing significantly to their…
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Michelle Alozie extends with Houston Dash
Houston Dash has secured forward Super Falcons Michelle Alozie with a new two-year contract extension, effective January 1, 2025. Alozie is among four Dash players who recently signed contract extensions following the new collective bargaining agreement between the NWSL and NWSL Players Association, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Jessica O’Neill said. “We are also proud of everything Michelle…
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Uchenna Kanu undergoes successful surgery
Nigeria Super Falcons forward, Uchenna Kanu has undergone a successful surgery on a serious injury on Tuesday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Kanu made the news known on her Instagram page with a picture of her recuperating from the procedure. “Procedure successful! God is the greatest. Now, let’s recover. Last slide: my AT won’t stop cracking me…