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From Temwa Chawinga leading Malawi's debut to Nigeria's title defense - Why NWSL fans should care about WAFCON

Ten NWSL players, including Barbra Banda and Temwa Chawinga, headline WAFCON, with continental glory and 2027 World Cup qualification at sta...

4 DAYS AGO • goal

From Temwa Chawinga leading Malawi's debut to Nigeria's title defense - Why NWSL fans should care about WAFCON

Marshawn Lynch adds football element to Hockey Diversity Alliance's SummerFest event in Toronto

The Hockey Diversity Alliance is adding a football element to its youth SummerFest in Toronto this weekend, with former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch serving as a special guest

JULY 22 • Associated Press

World Cup Buzz: Mohamed Salah Starting For Egypt After Knockout Round Injury

Here's the latest look at some of the most notable news around the World Cup.

JUNE 27 • FOX SPORTS

World Cup Buzz: Mohamed Salah Starting For Egypt After Knockout Round Injury

Portugal vs Nigeria Extended Highlights | International Friendly

Portugal vs Nigeria Extended Highlights | International Friendly

JUNE 10 • FOX SPORTS

An unexpected equalizer from Nigeria against Portugal 🇳🇬

An unexpected equalizer from Nigeria against Portugal 🇳🇬

JUNE 10 • FOX SPORTS

Akor Adams scores in 37' to bring Nigeria level at 1-1 with Portugal

Akor Adams scores in 37' to bring Nigeria level at 1-1 with Portugal

JUNE 10 • FOX SPORTS

No. 76 in Best FIFA World Cup™ Moments 🚀

No. 76 in Best FIFA World Cup™ Moments 🚀

JUNE 3 • FOX SPORTS

This Shot was so POWERFUL, Even in Slow-Mo it Looked Fast 🚀 No. 76 in Best FIFA World Cup™ Moments

This Shot was so POWERFUL, Even in Slow-Mo it Looked Fast 🚀 No. 76 in Best FIFA World Cup™ Moments

MAY 31 • FOX SPORTS

The NBA's MVP will be announced Sunday. Gilgeous-Alexander, Wembanyama or Jokic the finalists

The NBA will reveal this season’s Most Valuable Player on Sunday, which just happens to be the day before Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder...

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Game Preview: Fever vs Nigeria Women's National Team (Preseason) Indiana Fever vs Nigeria Women's National Team (Preseason) Saturday, May 2, 2026 Gainbridge Fieldhouse | 7:00 p.m. ET Broadcast Information...

MAY 1 • WNBA.COM

Joshua to return to the ring in July for first fight since car crash. Then Fury could be next.

Former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will fight for the first time since his involvement in a deadly car crash in December when he takes on Kristian Prenga in...

APRIL 27 • Associated Press

US women to face China, Italy and the Czech Republic in September FIBA World Cup group play

The U.S. women’s basketball team will face China, Italy and the Czech Republic in the women’s FIBA World Cup in September, looking to win its fifth consecutive title

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Father of Nigeria captain Wilfred Ndidi dies in a car crash

Nigeria captain Wilfred Ndidi’s father was killed in a car crash just over a week after Ndidi helped the Super Eagles to third place at the Africa Cup of Nations

JANUARY 27 • Associated Press

AFCON 2025 Winners and Losers: Mane's Legacy; Misery for Morocco, Salah

A star-powered African Cup of Nations in Morocco soured after a controversial final. Who were the top winners and losers of a memorable tour...

JANUARY 19 • FOX SPORTS

AFCON 2025 Winners and Losers: Mane's Legacy; Misery for Morocco, Salah

Morocco Reaches AFCON Final After Beating Nigeria on Penalties

The Super Eagles came into the match hoping to go all the way and make amends for the shortcomings that saw them finish second two years ago...

JANUARY 15 • FOX SPORTS

Morocco Reaches AFCON Final After Beating Nigeria on Penalties

Another chance goes begging for Victor Osimhen at AFCON: Will self-destructive Nigeria & Galatasaray striker ever achieve his full potential?

Back in the summer of 2023, Victor Osimhen was the most in-demand striker in world football. He'd just spearheaded Napoli's run to their fir...

JANUARY 15 • goal

Another chance goes begging for Victor Osimhen at AFCON: Will self-destructive Nigeria & Galatasaray striker ever achieve his full potential?

Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen miss out as PSG star Achraf Hakimi crowned African Player of the Year

Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen missed out as Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi won the African Player of the Year award. The Moroccan...

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • goal

Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen miss out as PSG star Achraf Hakimi crowned African Player of the Year

Nigeria vs. DR Congo live score: World Cup qualifying updates, highlights, result from CAF playoff final | Sporting News Nigeria are 90 minutes away from a spot in the intercontinental playoffs as they meet DR Congo in the CAF World Cup qualification playoff fi...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

What happens if Nigeria beat DR Congo? How CAF playoff final could lead to FIFA World Cup qualification | Sporting News Nigeria and DR Congo meet in Rabat on Sunday knowing that a win could keep their World Cup dreams alive.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Nigeria vs. Benin live score: World Cup qualifying result, updates, stats from Super Eagles' must-win showdown | Sporting News Nigeria need to beat Benin and see South Africa drop points against Rwanda to escape from CAF World Cup qualification with a place at the fi...

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Nigeria's women's soccer team rises above poor management to clinch continental trophy

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu hosted the triumphant national women’s soccer team on Monday

JULY 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Host Morocco reaches final of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations after penalty shootout with Ghana

Goalkeeper Khadija Er-Rmichi blocked Comfort Yeboah’s attempt and host Morocco advanced to the championship of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on a penalty shootout after a 1-1 d...

JULY 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Ex-Raptors exec Masai Ujiri remains focused on humanitarian work as Giants of Africa Festival nears

Masai Ujiri is staying focused on his upcoming Giants of Africa Festival even as the longtime NBA executive navigates his recent departure from the Toronto Raptors

JULY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Nigeria hires ex-Mali coach Éric Chelle amid World Cup qualifying struggles

Nigeria has made Éric Chelle the latest in a series of coaches for its men’s national team as it risks missing out on the 2026 World Cup

JANUARY 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Nigeria hires German coach Bruno Labbadia in a bid to get World Cup qualifying back on track

Nigeria has put German coach Bruno Labbadia in charge of its men’s national soccer team in a bid to get the team’s flagging 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign back on track

AUGUST 27, 2024 • Associated Press