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Ghanaian soccer legend Asamoah Gyan surprised the Black Queens during training to encourage them ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. His visit signals growing support for women's football in Ghana as the team prepares for their biggest tournament yet.
Rinsola Babajide switched from England to Nigeria in 2021, choosing her roots over familiarity. Her gamble paid off when she lifted the WAFCON trophy in her first major tournament, completing one of the greatest comebacks in African football.
Africa's most decorated women's football team is gearing up to defend their championship crown with two strategic friendly matches. The reigning champions are leaving nothing to chance as they aim for another continental triumph and a World Cup spot.
After a five-year drought, Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne found the back of the net for Nigeria in a 2-1 victory over Senegal. Her goal came at the perfect time, just weeks before the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
The winner of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations will take home a record $2 million, double last year's prize. The tournament also expands from 12 to 16 teams as African women's soccer reaches new heights.
Nigeria's champion women's football team is gearing up for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations with two friendly matches at home. The Super Falcons will face Cape Verde in Ikenne as they fine-tune their lineup and build team chemistry.
Nigeria's women's soccer team dominated Senegal 3-0 in their second friendly match, completing a perfect preparation sweep ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The nine-time African champions scored all three goals in the second half, showcasing the attacking power and defensive strength that could carry them to another continental title.
Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre is cheering from the sidelines as Nigeria defends their continental championship. The injured star is rallying fans to support the team's quest for an 11th African title.
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South Africa's national soccer teams are gearing up for their biggest year in decades, with both men's and women's squads competing for continental glory and World Cup dreams. After years of struggle, Bafana Bafana has transformed into a powerhouse under coach Hugo Broos, while Banyana Banyana aims to reclaim their championship crown.
In just two decades, Morocco transformed from a struggling soccer nation to a top-10 FIFA powerhouse with championship teams across every age group. Their secret? Strategic planning, massive infrastructure investment, and a world-class training academy.