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AFN Targets World Athletics Relays Qualification with Final Push Ahead of Deadline

AFN targets relay qualification with key events ahead of the 2026 World Athletics Relays. Nigeria’s women’s 4x400m team seeks to improve standings before the deadline....

Ekiti Queens Return to Ado-Ekiti, Ibom Angels’ Spectator Ban Lifted by NWFL

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The NWFL has cleared Ekiti Queens to return to Ado-Ekiti after serving a venue sanction, while lifting spectator restrictions for Ibom Angels after a successful review....

Tobi Amusan Shines in 200m at Velocity Fest, Preps for Prefontaine Classic

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Nigeria’s sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan begins her 2026 season with a second-place finish in the 200m at the Velocity Fest in Jamaica, setting up an exciting year with major meets ahead....

CAF Confirms Morocco as AFCON 2025 Champions After Overturning Final Result

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CAF has officially named Morocco as winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after overturning Senegal’s victory, citing a breach of regulations following a walk-off protest, while Senegal prepares to challenge the decision at CAS....

Remo Stars, Kano Pillars Boost Survival Hopes as Rangers Extend Unbeaten Run

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Remo Stars and Kano Pillars secured crucial wins on NPFL Matchday 31 to ease relegation pressure, while Enugu Rangers extended their unbeaten run and Ikorodu City were held late in a dramatic draw as the league table tightened across both ends....

FIFA Mandates Female Coaches in Women’s Competitions, Confirms 2026 World Cup Plans

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FIFA has approved new rules requiring teams in women’s competitions to appoint female coaches, starting from 2026 youth tournaments, as part of efforts to boost representation, while also confirming that the 2026 men’s World Cup will proceed as planned despite concerns over Iran’s participation....

Boboye Doubts NFF’s Chances at CAS After FIFA Dismisses DR Congo Protest

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Kennedy Boboye doubts NFF’s CAS appeal chances after FIFA dismissed Nigeria’s protest against DR Congo over procedural failures....

Tobi Amusan Set for Prefontaine Classic Clash Against Russell, Williams, Stark

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Tobi Amusan returns to action at the Prefontaine Classic, where she will face Olympic champion Masai Russell and other top hurdlers in a strong Diamond League field....

Morocco Coach Ouahbi Backs CAF Decision to Strip Senegal of AFCON Title

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Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi supports CAF’s AFCON ruling against Senegal, while Senegal files an appeal at CAS over the controversial decision....

FIFA Confirms Morocco as Host of 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup

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FIFA has confirmed Morocco as host of the 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup, scheduled to run from October 17 to November 7. The tournament will feature 24 teams from six confederations, with Africa getting five slots, while Morocco qualifies automatically as host under a multi-year agreement running through 2029....

Africa

AFN Targets World Athletics Relays Qualification with Final Push Ahead of Deadline

Ekiti Queens Return to Ado-Ekiti, Ibom Angels’ Spectator Ban Lifted by NWFL

Tobi Amusan Shines in 200m at Velocity Fest, Preps for Prefontaine Classic

CAF Confirms Morocco as AFCON 2025 Champions After Overturning Final Result

Remo Stars, Kano Pillars Boost Survival Hopes as Rangers Extend Unbeaten Run

FIFA Mandates Female Coaches in Women’s Competitions, Confirms 2026 World Cup Plans

Boboye Doubts NFF’s Chances at CAS After FIFA Dismisses DR Congo Protest

Tobi Amusan Set for Prefontaine Classic Clash Against Russell, Williams, Stark

Morocco Coach Ouahbi Backs CAF Decision to Strip Senegal of AFCON Title

FIFA Confirms Morocco as Host of 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup

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