Nigeria’s Super Falcons on Thursday finally qualified for the Round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup in France, after a long wait. The Falcons claimed the last third-best placed team spot after Chile failed to beat Thailand as needed to qualify; only winning 2-0 in their final Group F match at the Roazhon Park in Rennes on Thursday.

Following corruption scandals overtaking the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is expected to take over operations of CAF.
CAF Executive Committee members unanimously decided to concede control of the African football governing body to FIFA’s General Secterary, Fatma Samoura as “FIFA High Commissioner for Africa”.

Luis Enrique, the coach of Spain's national football team on Wednesday announced his resignation. The former Barcelona coach's decision was made known by Spanish Soccer Federation President, Luis Rubiales at a news conference few hours ago.

Juan Mata has extended his stay at Old Trafford by signing a new deal that would see him remain in Manchester United until June 2021. The Club confirmed the development on its website on Wednesday. In a press release, the club quoted the player as saying it was delightful playing for the Red Devils.

Six-time world player of the year Marta Vieira da Silva late penalty was the 17th time the world cup winner has found the back of the net, making Her the highest goal scorer in the competition, surpassing Miroslav Klose 16 goals at the finals. in both male and female category.