| Women's football in Nigeria | |
|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria |
| Governing body | Nigeria Football Federation |
| National team(s) | Women's national team |
National competitions | |
Club competitions | |
International competitions | |
Women's football in Nigeria has been increasing in popularity for many years.[1] The Nigerian Women's Championship is funded by the government to improve the Nigeria women's national football team.[2] Many females in Nigeria face prejudice for playing the sport.[3]
- ^ "In African Women's Soccer, Homophobia Remains an Obstacle". The New York Times. Retrieved 2015-03-24.
- ^ "How Nigeria plans to redefine women's football". Goal.
- ^ "Can Nigeria change a continent's mentality?" – via www.bbc.co.uk.