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House Committee on Sports Applauds Super Falcons’ Early Quarterfinal Qualification
The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has congratulated the Super Falcons on their strong start to the 2025 African Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, where they became the first team to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.
The nine-time African champions kicked off their Group B campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Tunisia, followed by a hard-fought 1-0 win against Botswana on Thursday. With two wins from two matches, the Super Falcons have confidently booked their place in the last eight.
Reacting to the team’s performance, Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Hon. Kabiru Amadu, expressed pride in the squad and faith in their ability to reclaim the continental title last won in 2018.
“Slowly but surely, the best team in Africa is making its way back to the top,” said Hon. Amadu, who represents Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency. “Winning their first two games in such convincing fashion shows their focus, strength, and determination to reclaim the crown.”
He also reiterated the nation’s collective support behind the team’s campaign:
“The Federal Government, the National Sports Commission, the Nigeria Football Federation, and over 180 million Nigerians are fully behind the Super Falcons. We are confident this team has what it takes to go all the way and bring the trophy home after a seven-year wait.”
The Super Falcons will play their final Group B match against Algeria on Sunday, July 13, 2025. While their quarterfinal opponent is yet to be determined, the knockout fixtures are scheduled for Friday and Saturday next week.
Hon. Amadu concluded by commending the team’s depth, talent, and fighting spirit, expressing optimism that the current squad will restore Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football.
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Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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