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FIFA U20 Wwc: Cameroon In Closed Camp Over Falconets Clash

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Cameroon women’s U20 team, Junior Lioness have intensified preparations for the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Nigeria’s Falconets,

Head coach of the team, Ndoumou Mike summoned 27 players who will defend the colours of Cameroon in the competition.

Nigeria on their part invited 26 players to camp and they are to report on Wednesday unde Chris Danjuma as the coach.

The training camp opened on December 31, 2021 at the CAF Excellence Centre in Mbankomo with all the invited players in attendance.

Cameroon was the first country to qualify for the fourth round of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup after Gabon withdrew from the competition.

The first leg of the game between the Lionesses and the Falconets has been scheduled to take place at the Reunification Stadium in Douala while the return leg will take place at the Johnson Arena in Lagos, Nigeria on February 4, 2022.

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14 DAYS TO GO: Abuja Prepares for the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon

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In 14 days, the Federal Capital Territory will host one of the most anticipated sporting events on the African athletics calendar, the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon.

This event is more than just a race, it represents a convergence of sport, tourism, community and national pride.

Thousands of runners, elite athletes, professional clubs, corporate teams, fitness enthusiasts and first-time participants will take to the streets of Abuja for a 21.1km test of endurance, discipline and determination.

The marathon race is designed to showcase the beauty and vibrancy of the city, will wind through its major districts, offering participants and spectators a unique view of Nigeria’s capital at its finest, orderly, energetic and alive.

Nilayo Sports Limited, the organizer of the marathon, says its partnership reflects a deeper commitment beyond organizing a race, a commitment to wellness, youth empowerment, and the promotion of Nigeria as a destination for world-class sporting events.

“We believe in building excellence, and there is no better symbol of excellence than the marathon where consistency, preparation and resilience meet,” Nilayo Sports Limited noted.

As the countdown continues, organizers have intensified preparations from route safety and medical support to logistics, timing systems and volunteer mobilization to ensure a seamless experience for athletes and spectators alike.

The marathon offers prize money and global ranking points for elite runners. While it offers something far more valuable for everyday runners, the opportunity to be part of history.

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