Super Falcons Face Cameroon in Redemption Bid as Nigerian Football Sees Mixed Fortunes
Nigeria's women's football team seeks to bounce back from a late defeat to Cameroon in the second of two international friendlies in Yaounde, while domestic football sees Barau FC claim comeback victory.
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Nigeria's Super Falcons will face Cameroon's Indomitable Lionesses today at Yaounde's Military Stadium seeking redemption after losing Saturday's first friendly to a late goal, according to reports from both teams' camps. The ten-time African champions are using the two-match series to prepare for upcoming continental competitions.
The reigning African champions fell short in their opening encounter despite dominating portions of the match. Both teams are treating the fixtures as crucial preparation ahead of major tournaments later this year, with the second match set to conclude the arrangement in the Cameroonian capital.
Domestic League Action
In Nigerian Premier Football League action, newcomers Barau FC staged a comeback to defeat Plateau United 2-1 at Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano on Monday. The league organisers had rescheduled the week 28 fixture to March 2 following Barau FC's postponed week 25 match against Rivers United on February 26, Daily Trust reported.
The victory marks another milestone for the promoted side as they continue their impressive debut season in Nigeria's top flight. The result keeps Barau FC's momentum going in what has been a competitive campaign for the Kano-based club.
Regional Games Showcase
The recently concluded Niger Delta Games in Benin City provided a glimpse into Nigeria's athletics future, with host Edo State dominating the second edition by claiming 52 gold medals. According to Daily Trust, the regional competition highlighted emerging track and field talent that could shape the country's athletics landscape in coming years.
The games served as a development platform for athletes from Nigeria's oil-producing states, with strong performances across multiple disciplines suggesting depth in the country's athletics pipeline.
International Football Developments
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been dropped from Galatasaray's Turkish Cup fixture as the Istanbul club prepares for their UEFA Champions League Last 16 clash with Liverpool scheduled for next week, This Day reported. The decision appears tactical as Galatasaray prioritizes their European campaign.
Meanwhile, boxing promoters have listed Nigeria as a potential destination for Floyd Mayweather's 2026 return tour, with a proposed bout during the December festive season, though no official confirmation has been announced.