By Muhammadu Sabiu In a historic moment for Spanish football, Spain’s Women’s National Team, fondly known as “La Roja,” secured their maiden Women’s World Cup title by triumphing over England with a 1-0 victory in the championship clash on Sunday. The eagerly anticipated final unfolded at the illustrious venue of Sydney, Australia. With anticipation and
By Muhammadu Sabiu England’s Lioness roared to a resounding victory against Women’s World Cup host Australia, with a final score of 3-1. The triumph on Wednesday secured England’s place in a historic final, igniting waves of celebration across the nation. The path to the final was paved with determination and skill as England overcame Sweden
By Kasim Isa Muhammad Sweden secured their place in the Women’s World Cup semi-finals by triumphing over Japan with a 2-1 victory in Auckland. Amanda Ilestedt struck from nearby in the 32nd minute to put Sweden ahead, and Filippa Angeldal extended the lead with a 51st-minute penalty. Japan managed a late goal through Honoka
By Kasim Isa Muhammad Super Falcons’ forward, Desire Oparanozie, has expressed her lamented and offered an apology for failing to convert her penalty into a goal during the team’s Round of 16 match against England. The Nigerian team lost 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw at the end of extra time.
By Muhammadu Sabiu In Sydney on Sunday, the Netherlands defeated South Africa 2-0 to go to the Women’s World Cup quarterfinals ahead of a thrilling last-16 match between the hosts, the United States, and Sweden. The Netherlands, who finished second in 2019 and will now play Spain in the semifinals, had some nervous moments in
By Muhammadu Sabiu In what appears to be a rare coincide in the Women’s World Cup, the round of 16 has taken on an intriguing historical note, as all the three African countries that qualified for this stage—Nigeria, Morocco, and South Africa—will be facing their former colonial masters: England, France, and the Netherlands, respectively. The
By Muhammadu Sabiu Lauren James led England to a resounding 6-1 victory over China on Tuesday, solidifying their position as Group D leaders in the Women’s World Cup. James’ exceptional performance, including two goals, earned her the spotlight as England celebrated their largest-ever World Cup triumph. The European champions’ emphatic win also sealed China’s earliest-ever