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NFF Orders Super Falcons’ Technical Crew to Resign With Immediate Effect
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Committee has directed the technical crew of the Super Falcons to step down with immediate effect following the team’s disappointing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign and failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The federation announced the decision on Monday, August 17, 2026, […]
NFF Releases Election Timetable, Begins Sale of Nomination Forms August 1
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Electoral Committee has released the timetable and guidelines for the 2026 Executive Committee elections, with the sale of nomination forms set to begin on Saturday, August 1. Under the schedule, interested candidates are expected to obtain and submit their completed nomination forms on or before Wednesday, August 12, ahead of […]
Flamingos Draw Poland, Puerto Rico, Korea DPR in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have returned home after completing another successful qualification campaign for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The achievement marks another significant milestone for the Flamingos, who have consistently established themselves among the leading teams in youth women’s football. At the official draw for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World […]
U-18 D’Tigers Cruise Past Burkina Faso 98-54 in FIBA U-18 African Championship Qualifier
Nigeria’s U-18 D’Tigers produced a dominant display to defeat hosts Burkina Faso 98-54 in their FIBA U-18 African Championship qualifying campaign. The Nigerian side took control from the opening tip-off, outclassing the hosts with a disciplined defensive performance and an efficient offensive display. The emphatic victory reflected Nigeria’s strength in depth, as several players made […]
Golden Eaglets To Face China, Australia, Tanzania in Yinchuan Tournament
Nigeria’s U-17 national team, the Golden Eaglets, have departed for China on Thursday night ahead of the 2026 China International Youth Football Tournament scheduled to hold in Yinchuan from July 5 to 11. The five-time world champions will compete against hosts China, Australia and Tanzania in the four-nation competition, with all matches billed for the […]
2026/27 NPFL Season Set to Kick Off in August, End in May 2027
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has tentatively fixed August 27 to 29, 2026, for the start of the 2026/27 season following a joint stakeholders’ meeting held in Abuja. The meeting brought together officials of the National Sports Commission (NSC), the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), NPFL management, and club owners to finalise plans for the […]
WAFCON 2026: NSC, NFF Set Up Welfare Committee for Super Falcons
The National Sports Commission (NSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has set up a Welfare Committee to oversee the well-being of the Super Falcons during their title defence at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The seven-member committee will be chaired by NFF Executive Board member Aisha Falode, […]
Asaba to Host President Federation Cup Finals on July 11
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed Asaba, the Delta State capital, as the host city for the 2025 President Federation Cup finals. Both the men’s and women’s finals will be played at the Stephen Keshi Stadium on July 11, setting the stage for a thrilling celebration of Nigerian domestic football as the country’s oldest […]
Edo Queens Reclaim NWFL Premiership Title in Style
Edo Queens have been crowned champions of the 2025/26 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership after finishing top of the Super Six playoffs with 10 points from five matches in Port Harcourt. The Benin City-based side secured the title on the final day of the competition following a hard-fought goalless draw against defending champions Bayelsa […]
Super Eagles Retain FIFA Ranking Despite Mixed International Results
The Super Eagles have maintained their 26th position in the latest FIFA Men’s World Rankings released on Thursday, June 11, 2026, by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). The three-time African champions held on to their spot in the global standings despite recording mixed results during the ranking period. The Super Eagles enjoyed notable […]