Nigeria

Washington Spirit midfielder Deborah Abiodun has received praise from head coach Adrian Gonzales as she was named the NWSL Rookie of the Month for September, after breaking into the Spirit lineup.

Gift Monday handed the Washington Spirit the gift of a second consecutive playoff spot with a historic performance on Sunday, scoring a first half hat-trick in the team's 4-0 win over the Houston Dash.

Nigeria international Gift Monday has welcomed the return of superstar USWNT forward Trinity Rodman, and the impact her presence has had both on the NWSL team and Washington Spirit fans.

Nigeria and Bay FC striker Asisat Oshoala has signed a two-year contract with Al Hilal in the Saudi Women's Premier League, a source close to the player told ESPN.

Nigeria striker Victor Boniface has completed a move to Werder Bremen, the club have announced.

Fresh off leading Nigeria to a record 10th Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has sealed a move to Paris Saint-Germain, signing a two-year deal.

Nigeria midfielder Esther Okoronkwo was overlooked for the women's Ballon d'Or, but she was the real MVP of the Super Falcons' Africa Cup of Nations triumph and the only way is up.

Nigeria WNT goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and head coach Justin Madugu say their historic Ballon d'Or nominations go beyond personal recognition.

Get to know the five nominees for the 2025 Women's Johan Cruyff Trophy, awarded to the best coach of the year.

Get to know the five nominees for the 2025 Women's Yashin Trophy, awarded to the best goalkeeper of the year.