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☆ Chiamaka Nnadozie: Her father didn’t want her to play soccer. Nigerian star defied him and rewrote the record books
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-20 | by ( Michael Johnston | Amanda Davies | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

It’s been a long, winding road from a small semi-urban town in Nigeria to the World Cup knockout stages. Cathrin Mueller/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images‘I was crying’The Nigerian goalkeeper rose to stardom after becoming the youngest-ever goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet at a Women’s World Cup back in the 2019. Only 19 years old at the time, Nnadozie played three games in France, showcasing confidence and authority on a level more commonly associated with seasoned professionals. Nnadozie saves a penalty against Christine Sinclair of Canada at the FIFA Women's World Cup. “When I saw the post, for me, I think she made a good point.”Nnadozie catches a cross while being challenged by France's Kadidiatou Diani at the 2019 Women's World Cup.

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☆ FIFPRO assisting Nigeria women's team in pay dispute with federation
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-08 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

Nigeria reached the knockout stages at the World Cup where they were eventually eliminated by England on penalties after a 0-0 draw in their last-16 match on Monday. "FIFPRO can confirm it is assisting players in a disagreement with the Nigeria Football Federation concerning bonus payments, camp allowances and expenses, some of which date back to 2021," it said in a statement. "During the World Cup, the players expressed the desire to remain focused on their performance without making public statements or facing other distractions. "However, the Super Falcons believe that it is now time for the Nigeria Football Federation to honour their commitments and pay the outstanding amounts." "The team is extremely frustrated that they have had to pursue the Nigeria Football Federation for these payments before and during the tournament and may have to continue doing so afterwards," FIFPRO added.

Persons: Dan Peled, Randy Waldrum, Waldrum, FIFPRO, Ifeoma Onumonu, Rohith Nair, Christian Radnedge Organizations: Soccer Football, FIFA, Brisbane Football, Nigerian, England, Nigeria Football Federation, Super Falcons, Reuters, Africa, Nations, Guardian, Thomson Locations: New Zealand, England, Nigeria, Brisbane, Australia, Bengaluru

☆ Nigeria go home with heads held high after agonising exit
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-07 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

Through the competition they made a mockery of their world ranking of 40 with a blend of pace, power and organisation. "They've been fantastic the whole tournament," coach Randy Waldrum told reporters after the England loss. I want to stay with this team and continue working towards the Olympics (next year). For now, Nigeria should be lauded for the quality they produced on the field and the potential they have to go further with this squad. "We don't want to take the success now and not continue to move forward when we get back to Nigeria," Waldrum said.

Persons: Randy Waldrum, we've, We've, Waldrum, Nick Said, Christian Radnedge Organizations: England, Super Falcons, Nigeria football, Olympics, Thomson Locations: Nigeria, Brisbane, England, Australia, Ireland

☆ Nigeria coach Waldrum says last-16 win over England would be 'huge'
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-06 | by ( Lori Ewing | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

"It would be a huge win," Waldrum told reporters on Sunday, a day ahead of Nigeria's last-16 match with the Lionesses. Nigeria are playing in their ninth World Cup, their top finish being a quarter-final appearance in 1999. "I have watched, just like you all have, this World Cup unfold and seen some of the story lines that are out there, with teams that are successful," Waldrum, an American, said. Nigerian striker Desire Oparanozie could make her first World Cup appearance on Monday after picking up an injury in training. Waldrum said Oparanozie's status is undetermined, but "the good thing is she's now available."

Persons: Randy Waldrum, Waldrum, we've, Desire Oparanozie, Lori Ewing, Tom Hogue Organizations: BRISBANE, Nigeria breezed, England, Down, Canada, Australia, Super Falcons, African, of Nations, Sunday, Thomson Locations: Nigeria, Nigeria's, Ireland, South Africa, Netherlands, Morocco, Africa

☆ Kerr expected to return as Australia brace for Denmark test
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

Australia's place in the tournament was on the line in their final group game against Olympic champions Canada, and they stepped up to win 4-0 and top Group B. Caitlin Foord said Australia will need that same intensity against Denmark. "That (Canada) game was do or die for us and this is the exact same," Foord said. "We need to bring everything that we brought to the Canada game to put us in the best spot to get the result we need to move forward." Australia have played Denmark twice since coach Tony Gustavsson took charge, losing 3-2 in 2021 and winning 3-1 last year. "We're going to have our own party if we succeed in ruining a party, and that part is fine by me," Denmark coach Lars Sondergaard said.

Persons: Sam Kerr, Kerr, Caitlin Foord, Foord, We'll, Tony Gustavsson, Danes, Lars Sondergaard, Keira Walsh, Randy Waldrum, Hritika Sharma, Ed Osmond Organizations: SYDNEY, Star, Ireland, Olympic, Canada, Denmark, England, Thomson Locations: Australia's, Denmark, Sydney, France, Morocco, Australia, Canada, Brisbane, Nigeria, Hyderabad

☆ Contenders and a Co-Host Survey the Uncertain Road Ahead
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-31 | by ( Claire Fahy | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +3 min

Image Sam Kerr of Australia said she would be “definitely” be available to play against Canada. The Australians entered this Women’s World Cup as co-hosts looking to win the tournament on home soil, and quickly struggled. Now, the Australians are in a fight for their tournament lives, effectively needing a win over Canada to advance. The good news is that Kerr is back, as she said on Saturday that she would be available against Canada. Japan vs. Spain Japan and Spain are both safely advancing to the round of 16.

Persons: Sam Kerr, Bradley Kanaris, scrappy Ireland, Kerr, “, Randy Waldrum Organizations: Canada, Australia, Japan, Spain, Ireland, Costa Locations: Australia, Nigeria, Canada, Canadian, Spain Japan, Spain, Japan, Costa Rica, Zambia, Costa Rica’s

☆ Underappreciated Nigeria ready for 'hardest match' against Ireland
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-30 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

Nigeria stunned Australia with a 3-2 victory in their last game and sit top of the pool with four points. "We have shown we are a better team than number 40 in the world," Waldrum told reporters. People may think I am crazy for saying this, but I think it could be our hardest match. Ireland have been a bit unlucky in the first two matches and could have got a result," he said. "A lot of people in France know already (how good she is), but now I think the world will see.

Persons: Randy Waldrum, Waldrum, Chiamaka Nnadozie, Chiamaka, Asisat Oshoala, Nick Said, Edwina Gibbs Organizations: Ireland, Super Falcons, Paris FC, Canada, BBC, Australia, Thomson Locations: Nigeria, Republic of Ireland, Australia, Canada, Ireland, France

☆ Team spirit pays off as Nigeria rise above off-field woes
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-27 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

The disputes with Nigeria's soccer federation remain unresolved but the players promised to set them aside for the good of their tournament. Though top of Group B, level on four points with Canada but ahead on goals scored, Nigeria still have work to do. "Sometimes it's the best team, the team that works best together -- and we're enjoying the journey. In contrast to Nigeria, world number 10 Australia have been lavished with resources as tournament co-hosts and have enjoyed gender parity with the national men's team since their collective bargaining agreement in 2019. "We need to continue to fight for our players and get the things that they need," he said.

Persons: Chiamaka Nnadozie, Onome Ebi, Dan Peled, Weeks, Randy Waldrum, Waldrum, Asisat Oshoala, Ian Ransom, Pritha Sarkar Organizations: Soccer Football, FIFA, Brisbane Football, REUTERS, Super Falcons, Australia, Olympic, Canada, Ireland, doubters, Thomson Locations: New Zealand, Australia, Nigeria, Brisbane, Dan Peled BRISBANE, Ireland, U.S, Melbourne

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