Basketball: Comoros’ Ushundzi Basket will face four teams in the East Division qualifiers for the 2027 Basketball Africa League, hosted in Hoima, Uganda, from October 21–25. The top two advance to the Elite 16. Women’s Football: Comoros fell 5–0 to Nigeria in the second leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifier, going out 7–0 on aggregate. Nigeria now faces Morocco, but captain Rasheedat Ajibade is set for ankle surgery after being injured in the match.
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Comoros Abroad: Wolves coach Cesar Peixoto says Comorian winger Rafiki Said can offer more but needs time to regain fitness after a knee injury. He also wants Said to improve defensively. Olympic Qualifiers: Nigeria beat Comoros 5-0 to advance 7-0 on aggregate and set up a third-round meeting with Morocco. Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade says she is doing okay after hurting her ankle, but scans and consultations are ongoing. Entertainment Buzz: Nigerian singer Young Jonn and Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie have sparked fresh dating rumours after sharing a warm moment following the win; neither has confirmed a relationship.
Olympic Qualifiers: Comoros’ women’s team exited the 2028 Olympic race after Nigeria completed a 7-0 aggregate win, including a 5-0 victory in Tuesday’s second leg. Nigeria advance to face Morocco; Comoros defender Diore Miriame Kaina Said was involved in a collision that left Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade with an ankle fracture expected to sideline her for at least three months. Music & Football: Nigerian producer Young Jonn and Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie have sparked fresh dating rumours after sharing warm gestures following the match. Neither has confirmed a relationship.
Comoros-Flagged Tanker: The Yara J reported a suspected drone strike in Romanian waters near Sulina on Wednesday, sparking a fire that the crew brought under control. All 17 crew members were safe, and Romanian authorities are investigating; a drone strike has not been confirmed. Music & Football: Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie and Nigerian producer Young Jonn reignited dating speculation with a post-match embrace after Nigeria beat Comoros, though neither has confirmed a relationship. Olympic Qualifiers: Nigeria swept Comoros 5-0 in the second leg, advancing 7-0 on aggregate to face Morocco. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade was stretchered off injured and is due for an MRI.
Olympic Qualifiers: Comoros’ women’s team exited the race for Los Angeles 2028 after Nigeria’s Super Falcons won the second leg 5-0, completing a 7-0 aggregate victory. Nigeria now face Morocco in the next round. Injury Concern: Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was stretchered off after a first-half collision and taken to hospital for an MRI scan.
Women’s Football: Comoros fell 5-0 to Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the second leg of their Olympic qualifier, giving Nigeria a 7-0 aggregate win and a place in the next round against Morocco. Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was stretchered off with an injury and taken to hospital for an MRI.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros face Nigeria in the second leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie, with the Super Falcons holding a 2-0 lead from Friday’s first match. Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scored for Nigeria, who are seeking another win and a place in the next round against Morocco. Both legs are being played in Ikenne, Nigeria, because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium. Travel Restrictions: Comoros is among the countries whose citizens are reportedly barred from serving as crew on Israel-bound flights under new Israeli rules. United Airlines and Air France have adjusted crew schedules to comply.
Olympic Qualifiers: Comoros’s women face Nigeria’s Super Falcons in Tuesday’s return leg, trailing 2-0 after Friday’s first match. Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scored for Nigeria, who are favourites to advance and meet Morocco in the next round. Both legs are being played in Nigeria because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium.
Women’s Football: Comoros face a tough task in Tuesday’s return leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie after Nigeria’s Super Falcons won the first match 2-0. Nigeria have resumed training and scheduled a Sunday media briefing; the winner advances to face Morocco. Both legs are being played in Nigeria because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium. Local Commerce: A new law reserving small businesses such as grocery shops, street vending and hairdressing for citizens by descent has raised concern among Comorian Malagasy traders, though it has not yet taken effect.
Olympic Qualifying: Comoros’ women lost 2-0 to Nigeria in the first leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifier, with Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scoring after the break. The return leg is set for Tuesday in Ikenne, Nigeria, where both matches are being played because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium. Men’s Football: Comoros beat Namibia 1-0 in AFCON qualifying, but later fell 3-1 to Cameroon.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros’ women’s team face an uphill task in Tuesday’s return leg after Nigeria beat them 2-0 in the first match of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie. Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scored after half-time. Both legs are being played in Nigeria because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium; the team reached this round with a 30-0 aggregate win over Sudan.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros lost 2-0 to Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the first leg of their 2028 Olympic women’s football qualifying tie. Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scored after half-time, while Comoros goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie was praised for her ability to play in defence. The return leg is set for Oct. 13 at the same stadium in Ikenne, Nigeria, as Comoros has no CAF-approved venue.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros lost 2-0 to Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the first leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie. Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu scored after the break, while Comoros held firm through a goalless first half. Return Leg: Both matches are being played in Nigeria because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium. The teams meet again on October 13, with Comoros needing a strong response to stay in the race; they reached this round after beating Sudan 30-0 on aggregate.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros lost 2-0 to Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the first leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie. Second-half goals from Michelle Alozie and Uchenna Kanu gave Nigeria the advantage; the return leg is set for October 13 at the same stadium in Ikenne, as Comoros lacks a CAF-approved venue at home. Digital Media: Travel YouTuber Davud Akhundzada says he has been barred from returning to Comoros after posting a video about the country’s waste crisis. The ban has not been independently confirmed.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros’ women face Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the opening leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie, scheduled for Friday at 6 p.m. in Ikenne. Coach Yusuf Abdallah says his team is ready to challenge the 10-time African champions after sweeping Sudan 30-0 on aggregate; Nigeria’s Augustine Eguavoen says his side will not underestimate them. The return match is set for Tuesday at the same stadium, with Comoros playing both legs in Nigeria because they lack a CAF-approved venue. Digital Media: Travel YouTuber Davud Akhundzada says Comoros barred him from returning after he published footage of the country’s trash crisis; the reported ban is attributed to the president.
Women’s Football: Comoros face Nigeria’s Super Falcons today in the first leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie, with both matches being played in Ikenne because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium. Nigeria coach Augustine Eguavoen says withdrawals, including Asisat Oshoala and Ashley Plumptre, won’t derail his side; Comoros are aiming to build on a 30-0 aggregate win over Sudan in the previous round. Digital Media: YouTuber Davud Akhundzada says he has been barred from returning to Comoros after posting a video about the country’s waste crisis; the reported ban has not been independently confirmed.
Olympic Football: Comoros’ women’s team has arrived in Nigeria for its Olympic qualifying tie against the Super Falcons. CAF appointed Rwandan officials for Friday’s first leg; both matches, including Tuesday’s return, will be played in Ikenne because Comoros lacks an approved stadium. Digital Media: Travel YouTuber Davud Akhundzada says he was barred from Comoros after posting a video about the country’s waste crisis. Handball: Comoros competed in the Africa Zone 7 women’s Nations Trophy in Madagascar, alongside Réunion, Mayotte, Seychelles and the hosts.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros’ women’s team has arrived in Ikenne for Friday’s first-leg clash with Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the 2028 Olympic qualifying campaign. CAF appointed Rwandan officials to oversee the match; both legs will be played in Ikenne because Comoros lacks a CAF-approved stadium. Nigeria’s camp has grown to 26 players, though coach Augustine Eguavoen says withdrawals won’t weaken his side. Digital Media: YouTuber Davud Akhundzada says Comoros barred him from returning after he posted footage about the country’s waste crisis; the report says he alleges the president ordered the ban.
Olympic Qualifier: Comoros face Nigeria’s Super Falcons this Friday in the first leg of their 2028 Olympic qualifying tie. Both legs will be played at Ikenne’s Remo Stars Sports Complex because Comoros lack a CAF-approved stadium. Nigeria’s Camp: The Falcons have 21 players in camp, despite withdrawals including Asisat Oshoala and Ashleigh Plumptre. Interim coach Augustine Eguavoen says he trusts the replacements to deliver. Match Officials: Rwanda’s Henriette Byukusenge will referee Friday’s game. Comoros are also coming off a 1–0 friendly defeat to Senegal.
Super Falcons Camp Update: Nigeria’s Super Falcons have ramped up preparations for the 2028 Olympics qualifier against Comoros, with 21 players now in camp in Ikenne/Ijebu-Ode and more expected by Tuesday; the first leg is set for Friday at Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne-Remo, with CAF naming Rwandan referee Henriette Byukusenge. Squad Shuffles: Key withdrawals hit Nigeria’s camp as Asisat Oshoala and Ashleigh Plumptre were excused, while injury and permit issues also reshaped the group—Favour Omenazu earned a late call-up. Comoros Side: Comoros’ senior women’s team arrived in Nigeria and is scheduled to begin training in Ikenne-Remo. Local Spotlight: Comoros President is alleged to have banned YouTuber Davud Akhundzada after he published footage on the country’s trash crisis, sparking fresh debate on waste management and accountability. Sports Abroad (Comoros-linked): Senegal’s Moussa Niakhaté missed Lyon’s match due to injury after playing against Comoros in a friendly.
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