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Victor Osimhen pictured playing for Nigeria against Sierra Leone in June 2023

Victor Osimhen And Asisat Oshoala Win African Footballer Of The Year Prizes On Big Night For Nigeria At 2023 CAF Awards Ceremony

It was a good night for Nigeria at Monday's Confederation of African Football awards ceremony in Marrakesh.

Patricia Guijarro pictured playing for Barcelona in the 2023 UEFA Women's Champions League final

Six Spanish Players Nominated For 2023 Women's Ballon d'Or Award Including Two Who Sat Out World Cup

Salma Paralluelo, Olga Carmona, Alba Redondo and Aitana Bonmati were all included on the 30-player shortlist published on Wednesday.

Chloe Kelly (no.18) and Alex Greenwood pictured celebrating after scoring penalty kicks in England's shootout victory over Nigeria at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Lucky England Beat Nigeria On Penalties To Stay In Women's World Cup

Nigeria twice struck the England crossbar but the game finished 0-0 after 120 minutes. So it was decided by spot-kicks.

Lauren James pictured standing on Michelle Alozie during England's game against Nigeria at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

England Forward Lauren James Sent Off For Violent Conduct Against Nigeria At Women's World Cup

James will be suspended when the Lionesses take on either Colombia or Jamaica in the quarter-finals.

Australia's players pictured celebrating a goal during a 4-0 win over Canada at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Canada Eliminated From Women's World Cup After Heavy Loss To Australia

Olympic champions Canada have failed to progress beyond the group stage at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Nigeria players pictured celebrating a goal during their 3-2 win over Australia at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Nigeria Shock Australia To Claim Africa's First Win At 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Nigeria are one of four African teams competing in this summer's tournament - along with Zambia, South Africa and Morocco.

Christine Sinclair pictured (center) during Canada's game against Nigeria at the 2023 Women's World Cup

Penalty Save Prevents Christine Sinclair From Breaking World Cup Record Currently Shared With Cristiano Ronaldo And Marta

Canada legend Sinclair came close to becoming the first player ever to score at six different FIFA World Cups.