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England’s Lionesses beat Spain in a thrilling UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final, winning 3-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Chloe Kelly, Alessia Russo, and goalkeeper Hannah Hampton led the charge, cementing England’s legacy as back-to-back European champions.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons stunned Morocco with a dramatic 3–2 comeback to win their 10th WAFCON title. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu and President Bola Tinubu praised the team’s resilience, calling the victory a symbol of national pride and unity.

Nigeria’s D’Tigress opened their AfroBasket 2025 campaign with a dominant 92–45 win over Rwanda in Abidjan. Led by Elizabeth Balogun and coached by Rena Wakama, the team extended their unbeaten run to 25 games and now prepare to face Mozambique.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons claimed their 10th WAFCON title in Morocco after a thrilling 3–2 comeback against the hosts. The tournament celebrated individual brilliance, with Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and Ghizlane Chebbak among the top award winners.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons delivered a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Morocco 3-2 in the WAFCON 2024 final. After trailing by two goals, the Falcons roared back with three goals to seal their record-extending 10th title in Africa.

Ghana’s Black Queens defeated South Africa 4–3 on penalties to win bronze at WAFCON 2025. After a 1–1 draw in regulation time, goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan made a key save, and four Ghanaian players converted their spot kicks. The win marks Ghana’s first medal since 2016.

Marcus Rashford has completed a season-long loan move to Barcelona, ending his long spell at Manchester United. The deal includes a £30.3 million buy option and full wage coverage. Rashford hopes to revive his career after falling out with manager Ruben Amorim.

After a dramatic WAFCON semi-final, Nigeria’s Super Falcons visited injured South African midfielder Gabriela Salgado in hospital. Led by captain Rasheedat Ajibade, the players offered support and a signed jersey, showing that sportsmanship can shine even after fierce competition.

Spain defeated Germany 1–0 in a tense UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 semi-final in Zurich, with Aitana Bonmatí scoring the winner in extra time. The victory sends Spain to their first-ever Euro final, where they will face England in a rematch of the 2023 World Cup final.

Tennis legend Venus Williams made a powerful return after 16 months, winning her singles and doubles matches at the DC Open. She also surprised fans by confirming her engagement to actor Andrea Preti, crediting him for her inspiring comeback journey.

Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses edged Ghana 4–2 on penalties after a 1–1 draw in Rabat, securing a spot in the WAFCON 2025 final against Nigeria. The match featured dramatic goals, injuries, and a heroic performance by goalkeeper Khadija Er-Rmichi in the shootout.

England’s Lionesses staged a thrilling comeback to beat Italy 2–1 in extra time and reach the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final. Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly scored decisive goals, while coach Sarina Wiegman set a record with her fifth consecutive major final appearance.