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Vietnam Qualify For Maiden Women’s World Cup

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4 years ago

February 6, 2022

After the qualification of the Philippines for the next FIFA Women’s World Cup coupled with the extension of participants to 32 teams, it is now certain that Australia/New Zealand 2023 will have more newcomers after Vietnam also made it to its first World Cup.

Vietnam edge Chinese Taipei 3-1 in the 2022 AFC Asian Women’s Cup Playoffs decider to qualify for their first FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The result sealed the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup spot for Vietnam and AFC (Asian Football Confederation) fifth and a final direct ticket to the World Cup.

Meanwhile, a total number of six countries have qualified for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup from Asia.

However, Philippines and Vietnam qualified as debutants for the Mundial to be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand.

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NPFL Strikes ₦2.14 Billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Deal to Drive Modernization and Expand Visibility

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2 hours ago

November 5, 2025

The Gleamer

By Joel Ajayi

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has sealed a landmark ₦2.14 billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Agreement designed to modernize league operations, enhance transparency, and elevate the league’s global profile.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Wednesday at the Continental Hotel in Abuja, with NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, leading the league’s delegation.

The agreement formalizes strategic partnerships with Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited, AS Production Hub Limited (ASPH), and Roundup Technologies Limited.

Under the terms of the deal, Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited will serve as a principal partner over a five-year period, investing a total of ₦2 billion, including an ₦800 million upfront payment to the NPFL.

In addition, Roundup Technologies Limited has entered into a ₦140 million agreement, bringing the combined value of both deals to ₦2.14 billion over five years.

The partnership covers exclusive broadcast, data management, and commercialization rights, all aimed at transforming the NPFL’s digital infrastructure and operational efficiency.

Through this collaboration, the league’s technology partners will deploy cutting-edge systems for data collection, analytics, and digital operations. These innovations are expected to enhance match reporting, performance tracking, player statistics, and club management, while improving fan engagement and ensuring greater transparency across all league activities.

While speaking, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye hailed the agreement as “a major milestone in the NPFL’s mission to modernize its operations and position Nigerian football among the best-managed leagues globally.”

Details soon………

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