NRFF lists debutants in Nigeria’s squad for Africa Cup Sevens
Nigeria’s Rugby Sevens head coach, Steve Lewis, has unveiled his squad for the forthcoming Africa Cup Sevens Tournament billed to hold in Mauritius from June 26 to July 8.
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Hayes will not change team's 'American DNA' as she takes the reins
Emma Hayes has no desire to change the "American DNA" of the United States women's team as she steps onto the sidelines for the first time on Saturday as head coach of a squad hungry for redemption.
Springboks, Kolisi win prestigious African Union award for Rugby World Cup triumph
Skipper Siya Kolisi and the Springboks were named Sportsman of the Year and Team of the Year, respectively, at the African Union Sports Council Region 5 Sports Awards on Saturday.
Leanne Kiernan insists World Cup pain was part of her destiny
Leanne Kiernan didn't linger on her omission from the Republic of Ireland's World Cup squad last summer. She's too philosophical, too laid back to dwell on things beyond her control.
Australia goalkeeper Williams to retire after Paris Olympics
MELBOURNE : Australia's long-serving goalkeeper Lydia Williams will retire from international soccer after the Paris Olympics, drawing the curtain on a career in women's football that has spanned nearly 20 years.
Nigeria, Zambia women win playoffs to take last two Olympic spots
Zambia and Nigeria locked up the last two spots in the women's soccer tournament at the Paris Olympics on Tuesday after winning two-legged playoffs in the fourth round of African qualifying.
Morocco's female football trailblazers on the brink of Olympics history
Last September, the most valuable strike force in women’s football landed in Morocco and abruptly, brutally dampened local expectations. Zambia were in town, and by the end of 180 minutes of sparring, spread across friendly matches in Casablanca and Rabat, they had racked up eight goals.
Herve Renard pours cold water on Ireland vacancy talk
France women's boss Herve Renard refused to bite on suggestions he could be in the running to become the next Republic of Ireland men's head coach, instead training his focus on beating the Girls in Green tomorrow night.