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Guehai and Elloh score as Logrono bow to Valencia

Ivorian efforts could not save Jose Moncayo's side from losing their 11th Primera Iberdrola match of the season

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Nchout breaks Iberdrola duck in Atletico draw

The Cameroonian forward put in a brilliant display at Estadio La Palmera which secured Los Rojiblancos an away point

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Oshoala continues fine goalscoring form for Barcelona

The Nigeria international inspired the champions to their 13th win of the season at Estadi Johan Cruyff

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Kgatlana scores for Eibar vs Atletico Madrid

The South Africa international was at her best this weekend but her effort could not help her Spanish side avoid defeat in Madrid

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Elloh explains rough start after first Logrono goal

The 26-year-old Ivorian scored her maiden goal in Spain for Jose Moncayo's side in Wednesday's victory over Rayo Vallecano

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Coleman goal rescues Sevilla from Teresa defeat

With the hosts inching closer to a home defeat, the Namibian came off the bench to hand the hosts a crucial equaliser

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Oparanozie inspires Dijon to quarterfinals

The Nigerian netted the only goal of the match as her side edged her compatriot's team to the last eight of the French tournament

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Nchout makes winning Iberdrola debut with Atletico

The 28-year-old earned a starting role to play her maiden Spanish top-flight game for the Blues against Cristian Toro’s ladies

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Oshoala bags brace as Barcelona win 7-0

The Nigeria international delivered an impressive performance for Lluis Cortes’ side at Estadi Johan Cruyff

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Done Deal: Umotong signs for Lewes

The 26-year-old has finalized her return to England after agreeing on terms and passing her medical with the English second-tier side

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Nchout and Ajibade help Atletico to Supercopa win

The Cameroon international announced her arrival in Spanish football in style, scoring twice against the Granotes

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Coleman sees red as Vallecano hold Sevilla

The Namibian striker was given her marching orders 12 minutes from full time for Los Palanganas against Los Vallecanos

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Seoposenwe's brace inspires Braga to first Cup title

The South African was at the double as the Gverreiras silenced SL Benfica to earn a maiden Cup win at Aveiro Municipal Stadium

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Ajibade celebrates Iberdrola debut in Atletico draw

The Nigerian striker came on as a stoppage time substitute to play her first game in the Spanish top flight on Wednesday

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Kim leads Fiorentina to Italian Supercoppa final

The Africans were in action for their respective sides in the semis but it was the American-Liberian who inched closer to glory

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Ijeh's Goteborg disbanded after winning Swedish title

The Gothenburg-based first team have finally folded from the football scene only weeks after winning the top flight

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Nchout bids farewell to Valerenga ahead of Atletico move

The Cameroon international is linked with a move to the Spanish capital after seeing out her contract with the Norwegian side

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Done Deal: Orji joins Kalmar from Linkopings

The 28-year-old forward has teamed up with the Swedish Elitettan side ahead of the 2021 season

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Kgaltana bags brace of assists for Eibar

The South Africa international was in fantastic form but her efforts could not save the visitors from defeat

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Coleman decisive as Sevilla edge Tenerife

The Namibian striker put in a fine display as her Spanish side returned to winning ways against the visitors on Tuesday

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Oshoala grabs brace to inspire Barcelona to victory

The Nigeria international played a significant role as Llius Cortes' team clinched their 10th win of the season on Tuesday

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Okene continues goalscoring form for Levante

The Nigerian-born striker added to her season goal tally for the Granotes at Levante Ciudad Deportiva on Sunday

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Oshoala scores and assists twice in Barca win

The Nigeria international notched her seventh goal of the season to help the Catalans extend their unbeaten run against Sevilla

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Feudjio gets emotional after Tenerife return

The Cameroonian star played part in her side's triumph last Sunday on her return to the field for the first time in months from injury

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Oshoala ends Champions League goal drought at Barca

The Nigerian brought an end to an already extended dry spell for the Catalans in Europe when her side beat PSV on Wednesday

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Okene celebrates first Reto Iberdrola goal for Levante

The Nigerian-born Spanish forward got off the mark in the Spanish division despite Nando Felipo's side losing to Tenerife

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Fulutudilu elated by SOTY nomination in Finland

The South African star ended an impactful debut season on a high as she made the shortlist for the forward of the season award

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Chile-Zambia match called off due to Covid-19 cases

The test game was cancelled just hours ahead of kick-off due to a number of positive coronavirus tests within the visitors' team

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Oshoala nominated for maiden Uefa WTOTY

The European football body has revealed its shortlist for the women's Team of the Year, with the Super Falcons star the only African included

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Micheal backs Imo to excel at Pitea

The Super Falcons defender has backed the new Pitea signing to inspire the Swedish outfit to league success next season

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Done Deal: Michael extends Pitea stay

The Super Falcons defender has signed a one-year contract extension with the Swedish Damallsvenskan outfit

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Mubanga makes winning debut for Zaragoza

The Zambian star shone on her debut to help the hosts defeat the visitors to record their first win of the season on Sunday

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Motlhalo guarantees Djurgardens' survival

The 22-year-old wrapped up her campaign on a high as her effort ensured her side beat the drop on the final day of the season

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Coleman on target as Payne bags assists in Sevilla win

The Namibian and Nigerian forwards continued their superb form for Cristian Toro's ladies as they starred on Sunday

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Oparanozie nets winner to inspire Dijon victory

The Nigeria international powered her side back to winning ways, with her second goal of the season, at Stade des Poussots

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Banyana win record seventh Cosafa title

The Mares' dream of winning their first regional title faded into thin air as Desiree Ellis’ side has now won a fourth in a row

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Chuigoue inspires Betis comeback with first goal

The Equatorial Guinea defender found the back of the net for the first time this term as her side earned a comeback against Valencia

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Kgatlana scores third Spanish Primera Iberdrola goal

The South African winger was on target for the Gunsmiths, but it was not enough to avoid defeat against Real Madrid

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Okobi-Okeoghene sets new goal tally in Sweden

The Nigeria midfielder had another fantastic showing for her side as they outclassed Djurgardens in Sunday's Damallsvenskan game

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Nchout seals victory for Valerenga against Lillestrom

The Indomitable Lioness is enjoying her best scoring form in the Norwegian top-flight after finding the back of net on Sunday

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Payne scores first goal of the season for Sevilla

The Nigerian forward grabbed the opening goal for Cristian Toro's ladies in their big win over Sporting Huelva on Sunday

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Paris' Nnadozie keeps clean sheet in debut

The Nigerian shot-stopper finally made her league bow for the Stade Robert Bobin outfit after sitting out the last four outings

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Oshoala's brace leads Barca to Spanish Cup final

The Africans were in action for their respective sides in the semi-final but it was Oshoala that inched closer to a double

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Anam Imo’s brace powers Rosengard past Eskilsminne

The Nigerian forward got her first career brace as Jonas Eidevall's ladies subdued their hosts on Wednesday evening

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Oparanozie opens Dijon goal account

The Super Falcons striker netted her maiden competitive goal for Yannick Chandioux's team with a goal at Stade de l'Akademi

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Oshoala on target for Barcelona in AEM Lleida rout

A week from the season opener, the Nigerian star geared up for the new campaign with her effort for the Catalans in Thursday's friendly

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Esther Sunday signs for ALG Spor

The 28-year-old has finally ended transfer speculation by signing for the Turkish champions ahead of the new season

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Oparanozie’s brace of assists leads Dijon past Issy

The 26-year-old Nigerian played a super-sub role as her team got a first win of the season over Yacine Guesmia's ladies

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Anam Imo scores in Rosengard victory

The Nigerian forward got her name on the scoresheet for the first time during the 2020 season

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Chandioux: Ambitious Dijon have Oparanozie

The club will begin their campaign in Angouleme this week and the coach looks ahead to the 2020-21 season's commencement

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Oghiabekhva, first African to win Champions League Golden Boot

Minsk failed to progress beyond the Round of 16 but the Nigerian still finished the tournament's top scorer to make history

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Injury scare for AC Milan star Refiloe Jane

The South Africa midfielder could not play for the first time this season due to injury after featuring in her side's opening win

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Ait El-Haj on starting life at Zaragoza

The Atlas Lioness star has gone straight into training with the Spanish side after joining from Moroccan outfit ASFAR

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Tenerife provide injury update on Feudjio

The Cameroonian star has been out for the Spanish outfit since November 2019 following a knee injury against Real Betis

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Oshoala's Barcelona crash out of Champions League

The Nigeria striker could not prevent the Spanish top flight giants from losing against Wolfsburg in Tuesday’s semi-final

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Nchout decisive as Valerenga thrash Lillestrom

The Cameroon striker put in an impressive display as her Norwegian side maintained their winning form over the title-holders on Saturday

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Oshoala not thinking about scoring goals for Barcelona

The Nigeria international provided an assist for the club although she insists getting to the next round is all that matters

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Van Wyk's Champions League dream ruined by 9-1 rout

Glasgow City's new recruit featured in Friday's Champions League quarter-final humiliation against Wolfsburg at the Anoeta Stadium

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Oshoala shines as Barca reach Champions League semi

The Nigeria international was in action to help the Calatans defeat their Spanish rivals at San Mames Stadium on Friday

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Van Wyk relishing UWCL debut with Glasgow City

Banyana Banyana captain is gearing up for her maiden appearance in the European event with her Scottish outfit this weekend

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Oparanozie: I hope to carry on like this

The Nigerian forward has scored three goals in four pre-season games and she is keen to maintain her form with the French side

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Chawinga on how she helped sister secure China deal

The Malawi star revealed the role she played to help her younger sister complete a move to the Asian nation during the winter

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Cosafa Cup 2020 confirmed, Champions League inaugurated

This year's edition of the southern regional showpiece will still go ahead, while the maiden club competition will take place in 2021

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Oparanozie opens Dijon's goal account with brace

The 26-year-old scored twice to open her goal account for the French outfit as they edged the Belgian giants in a warm-up tie

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Orji bags assist, Kanu strikes twice in Linkopings win

The Nigerian strikers put up impressive displays as Olof Unogard's side tasted victory for the first time in four games on Sunday

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Done deal: Ekogo signs for Zenit Saint Petersburg

The 23-year-old has joined the blue and white side after parting ways with Russian rivals Yenisey this summer

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Sky Blue star Cudjoe proud despite NWSL elimination

The Ghanaian midfielder reflects on her side's semi-final loss against Chicago Red Stars on Thursday

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Cudjoe targeting NWSL Challenge Cup with Sky Blue

Having knocked out Washington Spirit, the Ghaianian midfielder looks forward to helping her side reach the final

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Done Deal: Kgatlana signs for Eibar

After a brief but enterprising outing with SL Benfica last season, the forward has sealed a move to the Spanish outfit

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Banyana star Vilakazi reacts after signing for Logrono

After completing her transfer to the Spanish side, the South African is happy with her dream return to European football

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Uefa confirm CL schedule for Oshoala's Barcelona

The European authorities have released details of the final stages that will take place in August on Friday

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Ohale bids farewell to Tacon ahead of Serie A move

The wantaway Nigeria international is set to leave the Spanish outfit after seeing out her current contract

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Jane signs new AC Milan deal

The South Africa international has been rewarded for her impressive form on her debut season by the Milanese management

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EXCL: I wasn't expecting to be at the World Cup - Kanu

The 22-year-old revealed she was in shock after being named in the Super Falcons squad for the global showpiece while in college

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EXCL: Africans will grow Spain - Abam & Kanu

The Cameroonian and the Nigerian have been impressive for their clubs and backed more players to help teams excel in Spain

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Done Deal: Amani signs for Dijon

The French outfit has completed the signing of the Morocco international from second division side Issy

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EXCL: Ghana & DRC can qualify for World Cup - Abam

The Cameroonian has picked two African countries to rival the powerhouses for qualification spots at the next global showpiece

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EXCL: Abam adjusting to life at Real Betis

The striker moved to Spain last summer after her World Cup campaign with Cameroon but endured some struggles during her early days

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EXCL: Abam on her 'tough' World Cup experience

The US-born forward was part of Alain Djeumfa's squad to France and she has shared her experience with Goal

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EXCL: Kanu on transitioning from USA to Sevilla

The US college graduate is beginning her professional football career in Europe as she adjusts to life in the Spanish city

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Oshoala: I'm back to my happy place

The Nigerian captain is delighted to return to training with the reigning Spanish Primera Iberdrola champions

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Enganamouit announces retirement from football

The Cameroon international has decided to hang up her boots on her 28th birthday

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Oshoala makes Iberdrola Team of the Season

The top-flight fans have named the best performing players in the last campaign, and included the Nigeria international

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Logrono confirm Boho contract extension

The forward was keen to make a return to the Spanish capital but Gerardo Leon's team successfully managed to keep her at the club

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Done Deal: Oparanozie signs for Dijon

The French outfit has completed the signing of the Nigeria international from top-flight rivals Guingamp

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Machia confirms Sporting Braga exit

The forward is leaving the Portuguese side after deciding to end her stay with Miguel Santos' team

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Jane resumes AC Milan training ahead of Serie A return

The South African star is now back to training with her teammates after two months of inactivity in Italy

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Valencia part ways with Zenatha Coleman

The Brave Warriors striker is now a free agent after ending her ties with the Spanish top-flight outfit following a successful sojourn

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Oshoala and Coleman want to return to Africa

The pair currently based in Spain have indicated they would like to return home and spend time with their families

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Oparanozie opens door to Nigerian League return

The Nigeria international striker could be the next high-profile star for the domestic league, with his departure from the French top-flight club

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Nchout excited to return to Valerenga training

The forward spent most of the last two months of inactivity in Norway and now back to a full session with her teammates

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Adepoju: Oshoala always a winner

The former Super Eagles midfielder has expressed his joy over the league success of the Super Falcons captain with the Catalans this year

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Ebi bemoans lack of opportunities in Nigeria

The veteran defender made history as the first African to feature in five World Cups last year but is irked by the limited chances for players

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Simpore scores four as Dinamo maul Dnepr

The Burkina Faso striker was in a brilliant form on her first outing to help Maleyew Yury's team demolish their hosts in Monday's encounter

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Oshoala wins first league title in Europe

The Super Falcons star secured her maiden league diadem with the Catalans due to the coronavirus pandemic

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How Oshoala & African stars could end Spanish season

Africans are faced with mixed fortunes due to the coronavirus pandemic as their current league campaign could be decided in the coming days

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Player changes cost Nigeria - Ngozi Okobi

The midfielder starred at the last two tournaments with the Super Falcons and feels the team's reshuffling cost them

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Ajibade hails Super Falcons' maturity

The West African side reached the second round at the World Cup last year and the striker says that it was down to team's unity

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Ihezuo: This pandemic has taught me lessons

The Chinese based striker lamented the timing of the coronavirus outbreak, saying she taking a lot of positive from lockdown

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African stars bow to Semenya again

The South African star was at her best again as she outshined her rivals in the latest blockbusters contest amid the Covid-19 outbreak

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Ebi unsure about Nigeria's Awcon's dominance

The Super Falcons star is uncertain about the chances of her country retaining their continental title after several successes

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'SA are better technically than Cameroon'

The Super Falcons star insists the South Africans are better than the Indomitable Lionesses in terms of technique

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Madrid CFF's Okeke opens up on her discovery

With the Spanish top-flight brought to a halt by the pandemic, the Super Falcons youngster has shared the story of her discovery

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Oshoala & Ebi outshine Sane in side steps shallenge

As the lockdown continues with the spread of Covid-19, the women's football stars are taking up contests in an effort to keep fit

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Barcelona relive Oshoala's impact in Catalunya win

Luis Cortes' team looked back at how the Nigerian inspired them to victory against their city rivals in last summer's tournament

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'Ighalo can play for Barcelona or Real Madrid'

The ex-Super Eagles star reportedly received a better offer from parent club Shanghai Shenhua, but the Nigerian legend wants him to stay in Europe

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Semenya beats Ronaldo and Oshoala in ab challenge

With major sporting events forcing a lockdown due to Covid-19, the continent's female stars are trying to keep busy

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EXCL: Auba and Mane can attract big transfers - Sule

The Nigerian football legend has backed the Arsenal and Liverpool forwards to earn a massive transfer in the near future

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Nchout mourns Cameroon doctor Michel's death

The Indomitable Lionesses has joined the country to commiserate the passing of the health official due to the coronavirus

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Mgcoyi: South Africans will all come out winners

The striker is hopeful the pandemic will soon be over following the grounding of sporting activities across the world

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Refiloe Jane: I am healthy in Italy

Banyana Banyana star finally spoke up about her condition amid the troubling impact of the Covid-19 pandemic in the country

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Okeke applauds health workers in Covid-19 fight

With the world battling Covid-19, the Nigerian joined the campaign to hail the caregivers for their roles in tackling the virus.

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Ordega shows off cooking skills

The Nigeria striker has shown that she does not only have talent on the field of play but also in the kitchen

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Nchout mourns passing of music icon Dibango

The Indomitable Lionesses has joined the world to commiserate the passing of the 86-year-old saxophonist due to the coronavirus

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Wogu: Why I joined Minsk

Following her move to the Belarusian top-flight side, the Super Falcons star has lifted the lid on her reason for the switch

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Addo and Dumehasi offer safety advice to Ghanaians

The Ghanaian duo have released a touching statement following the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic in the country

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Sao Tome team finally return home after being stranded

Aureliano Semedo's side finally reunited with their families a week after being held up in the Central African nation

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Cameroon offers relief to stranded Sao Tome team

The Central African nation has provided hospitality to Aureliano Semedo's side after they were unable to return home

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Nchout starts fitness initiative amid quarantine

Despite being placed on self-isolation for Covid-19, the Valerenga star has launched a fitness exercise to cope with the pandemic

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Sao Tome and Principe team stranded in Cameroon

Aureliano Semedo's side is held up in the capital of the Central African nation following a lockdown due to the pandemic

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Fifa postpones Cameroon vs Chile Olympic play-off

The doubleheader earlier scheduled to be played in April will no longer take place due to the concerns of the Covid-19 pandemic

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AC Milan provide update on Jane's safety

The Italian club has confirmed that Banyana Banyana star is safe amidst the huge impact of the Covid-19 pandemic in the country

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U17 African WWC qualifier fixtures to go ahead

Despite suspending some continental events, Caf insists the second-leg, first-round games will still go ahead as planned this weekend

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Boho scores as Sporting Huelva hold Logrono

The Equatoguinean and Ghanaian stars were impressive but their Spanish outfit were held in a Spanish top-flight contest on Sunday

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Abam scores as Real Betis stun Rayo Vallecano

The forward came off the bench to make a key impact as Pier Luigi Cherubino’s ladies returned to winning ways against their hosts

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Oshoala helps Barcelona reach Copa de la Reina semi

The Nigeria international was in fine form for the full duration as the Catalans secured an extra-time win at Estadi Johan Cruyff

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Payne assists as Kanu makes Sevilla debut

The Nigerians combined to rescue their side from a home defeat in Saturday's Spanish women's top-flight encounter

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Oshoala not getting carried away by Super Cup win

The Nigerian star says her side is eager to remain focused on the challenges ahead rather than bask in he glory of their latest triumph

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Uchenna Kanu reflects on Sevilla debut

The NAIA-All American record holder came off the bench to feature in her first game for Cristian Toro's team at Estadi Johan Cruyff

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Oshoala outshines Kanu & Payne in Spain

The Catalans opened up a 12-point lead in the Primera Iberdrola log after the Nigerian star hit her 15th goal of the season in her compatriot's debut

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20 Africans learn Copa de la Reina fate

The Round of 16 draw for Spain's women's domestic competition has been made and a host of stars from Africa will be in action

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'Barcelona are privileged to have Oshoala'

The Catalans' manager stressed he couldn't be prouder of the Nigerian striker and feels privileged to have her on his team

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Uchendu excited to inspire Sporting Braga to Cup victory

The Nigerian forward was on target as Carlos Miguel's side started their race in the Portuguese Women's Cup on a high on Saturday

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Oshoala scores four for Barcelona

The Madrid based outfit were torn apart once again as four-goal Nigeria international-inspired the leaders to victory

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Oshoala at the double as Barca go seven points clear

The Nigeria international continued with her fine scoring form as she struck twice to see leaders Barcelona beat Athletic Club on Sunday

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Guehai, Banda & Boho shine in Logrono victory

The African stars' fantastic efforts inspired their side to end the year on a high against their struggling visitors

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Babajide's brace inspires Liverpool win

The British-Nigerian born striker inspired the Reds to silence Durham but was not enough to see them in the last eight of the competition

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SA withdraws bid for 2023 World Cup

The nation's body confirmed the country’s withdrawal from hosting the next global women's tournament

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Banda assists, Jade Boho scores in Logrono loss

Efforts of the Zambian and Equato-Guinean forwards were not enough to save their Spanish outfit from a home defeat on Sunday

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Payne’s brace powers Sevilla past Valencia

The former USA youth international, who switched to Nigeria, bagged a brace as Cristian Toro's side subdued their visitors on Sunday

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Cortes explains Oshoala's role at Barcelona

The Catalan manager was full of praise for the contribution of the Nigerian in his team's flying start to the season

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Nchout sets sights on Cup glory with Valerenga

After helping Cameroon inch closer to a Tokyo 2020 ticket, the forward says winning a diadem with her club will be a great feat

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Machia hungry for more goals at Braga

The Cameroonian is delighted after her superb finish as a substitute in her side's triumph against Marco Ramos' team

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US Soccer reports Nigeria will host U20 World Cup

As the world awaits the naming of the hosts for the next year's global youth event, the American governing body has made a revelation

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Oshoala faces Duggan in Champions League

The quarter-final draw for Europe's elite women's club competition was held on Friday, with the Nigerian set to meet her former teammate

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Zambia's Kundanaji eyes Bayern scalp

After suffering a heavy first-leg loss at home, the BIIK Kazygurt striker has her eyes on toppling the German giants in Munich

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Coleman scores as Valencia beat Feudjio's Tenerife

The forward was on target for Irene Ferreras' side at Estadio Antonio Puchades with her strike sealing the hosts' victory

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Ogbiagbevha sends Barcelona a warning

The Nigeria star was in fine form ahead of next Wednesday's Champions League meeting against her compatriot

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FEATURE: Nigerian 'twin sisters' eye Champions League ticket

Ngozi Okobi and Halimatu Ayinde are joining forces to ensure Eskilstuna United compete for the first time in the European competition

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Oshoala shines in Champions League

The Spanish giants proved too strong for their Belarusian opponents with the Nigerian captain inspiring her side to a first-leg triumph in Spain

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Oshoala relishes Oghiabekhva reunion

Barcelona will face Belarusian club Minsk in the Round of 16, and the Nigerian compatriots will be up against each other

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EXCL: Oshoala is a shining light for Africans in Spain - N'Guessan

The Cote d'Ivoire international is proud of the performances of Africans in Spain, notably the Nigeria international with Barcelona

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Namibia's Coleman scores to seal Valencia win

The forward gave Irene Ferreras' side the winner at Estadio Antonio Puchades with her strike guaranteeing the hosts victory

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African Women's Olympic Qualifying wrap

The race for a spot in Tokyo 2020 Olympic reached the second stage in Africa, with a 2019 Women's World Cup participant falling out of the race

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Okobi: Nigeria target Olympic return

The West Africans missed the last two editions of the quadrennial women's tournament but will seek to return next year

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Oshoala faces Aluko in Women's Champions League

The Round of 32 draw for Europe's premier women's club competition has been made and a host of stars from Africa will be in action

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Ogbiagbevha, Cisse & Madiba on target as Minsk hit 12

The African trio got on the score-sheet as they crushed their counterparts from Luxembourg in their opening Champions League game on Wednesday.

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Equal pay not priority for women in Africa - Oshoala

Nigeria's Desire Oparanozie asked for equal pay recently but her teammate believes there are other priorities for women's football in Africa

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Congo pull out of hosting the women's Afcon

The Congolese sports minister reveals that the country is not ready to host the next year's event due to lack of funds

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Cameroon's Ejangue regrets spitting on Duggan

The Indomitable Lionesses lost their cool in 3-0 loss in France, and the defender has posted an apology to the England forward

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Cameroon coach: England need no introduction

The coach has tasked the Indomitable Lionesses to be focused for the duration of the match against England

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Toni Payne signs Sevilla extension

Sevilla have offered the American-Nigerian a two-year contract extension following an impressive first season in Spain

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Beckie cautions Canada ahead of Cameroon showdown

The forward anticipates a tough showdown for her side in their opener against the Africans in Monday's clash

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Barcelona sign Oshoala permanently

The Nigerian forward will continue to ply her trade in Spain for the next two years after impressing on loan

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Bareman: What's new at the Women's World Cup

With just over a week to the global showpiece, the football governing body is set for a historic marker with this tournament

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Bareman hails Women's World Cup trophy tour

After travelling with the coveted prize to 24 countries, the Fifa top official has been reflecting on her incredible journey

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Jade Boho nominated for Liga Iberdrola prize

The Equatorial Guinea star is close to being rewarded for her goals against Rayo Vallecano at Estadio Nuevo Municipal Las Gaunas

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Meryem Hajri shines for Sporting de Huelva

The Moroccan created an assist as Antonio Sanchez's side claimed a late point away from home on Sunday

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Toni Payne shines as Sevilla thrash Madrid

The Nigerian-American offered an assist to steer Cristian Toro's side to a home win at the Estadio Viejo Nervion

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South Africa's Women's World Cup bid confirmed

The African nation is bidding to organise the tournament for the first time in the continent, alongside eight other countries.

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Coleman stars as Valencia run riot over Huelva

The Namibian got her name on the scoresheet and weighed in with assists as her side crushed Antonio Sanchez's side on Sunday

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Coleman at the double for Valencia against Albacete

The Namibia international scored her first brace of the season as her side claimed a valuable away Superliga win on Sunday

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Nigeria vs France World Cup tickets sold out

Tickets for the Group A showdown between Les Bleues and the Super Falcons have been fully allocated to fans according to Fifa

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Toni Payne's strike eases Sevilla's relegation fears

The Nigerian-American's effort made a huge difference for the visitors as they edged past their struggling hosts on Sunday.

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African duo join Legends Assemble for Women's World Cup

With four months to the showpiece in France this summer, the Africans joined other legends in throwing weight behind the women's game

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Abebe holds high expectations in World Cup refereeing course

The Ethiopian, who officiated at Canada 2015 is part of the referees engaging in women's referee course in Qatar for France 2019

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Houston Dash part ways with Kgatlana and Motlhalo

Amid reported interest from China, the Banyana Banyana duo have had their contracts with Houston Dash terminated

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Seattle Reign part ways with Elizabeth Addo

The Ghanaian midfielder is now a free agent after breaking her ties with the American topflight outfit.

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Chuigoue, Banda combine to lift Logrono

The Equatorial Guinean and Zambian were on the scoresheet as their Spanish side climbed out of the drop zone

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Cortes: Oshoala can bring us very good things

The Catalan boss is excited landing the Super Falcons forward after watching her in training with the rest of the team

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Dennerby: Oshoala speed will be useful for Barcelona

The Super Falcons' handler has backed the new Barcelona capture to inspire the Spanish outfit to league success this season

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'Cameroon need to start World Cup preparations immediately'

Following a third-place finish at Ghana, the forward is calling for early preparation for the World Cup

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Banda scores fifth goal of the season in Logrono's loss

The Zambia international's lone effort was not enough to rescue Héctor Blanco's ladies from defeat against Atletico Madrid

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Kgatlana reveals Desiree Ellis success formula

The Banyana Banyana gaffer was named best women's coach in Africa and the forward has revealed the secret behind her success

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Brighton's Ini Umotong eyes Everton scalp

After a Cup loss to Manchester City, the Nigerian forward is eyeing a win with the Seagulls against the Toffees on Sunday

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Thembi Kgatlana aims debut Women's World Cup statement

After being named African women's best, the 22-year-old South African is hoping for another breakthrough at this summer's showpiece

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Kanu reflects on extraordinary experience in United States

Since the 21-year-old left Nigeria in 2016, the forward has been impressive with Southeastern University in the United States

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Francisca Ordega surprised by Caf award shortlist

The 25-year-old Nigerian striker conceded that she did not expect making the final cut for the Africa Women Player of the Year award

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Umotong makes Women's World Cup statement with goal

The Nigerian forward found the net as the Seagulls shocked the Reds in the English Women's Super League game on Sunday

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Ajibade elated after sealing transfer to Avaldsnes

The young sensation is happy after securing a two-year-contract move to Norway's women topflight side from FC Robo Queens

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Dennerby backs Ajibade to excel at Avaldsnes

The Swede believes the new Avaldsnes signing will be a huge success in the Norwegian women top-flight.

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Zambia & Logrono striker Banda excited by 2018 breakthrough

The 18-year-old striker is delighted with an impressive year that saw her earn a historic move to Europe

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Equatorial Guinea's Boho helps Logrono gain point

The 32-year-old forward was on target as her side walked away with a point at Rayo on Sunday

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Nigeria's Oluehi recounts Awcon heroine display

The Super Falcons goalkeeper was outstanding in goal as she helped Thomas Dennerby's side to a vital semi-final win over Cameroon in Accra

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Ayinde: We'll always find our way past South Africa

The Super Falcons midfielder has vowed that her side will do everything to retain their title at the expense of Banyana

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Ajibade: Experience will be key vs South Africa

The FC Robo forward has backed the Super Falcons to subdue Banyana Banyana in Saturday's final in Accra

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'Falcons will get quality preparation for World Cup'

Having qualified for France 2019, the NFF chieftain has revealed that the women's team will be fully backed to excel at the World Cup

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Brain laments Cameroon's profligacy after Nigeria loss

After losing to the Super Falcons on penalties, the central Africans boss attributed the loss to his side's wastefulness

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Ordega: We'll get lot of money for Awcon win

The Washington Spirit forward says her teammates are always motivated to claim the crown in order to earn more money

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PREVIEW: Cameroon vs Nigeria

The two African giants must be at their best in the semi-final duel to seal an automatic ticket to France 2019

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