Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has reiterated his team’s desire to secure a place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. Madugu further said it is important for the Super Falcons to retain their crown at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria will face eternal rivals Cameroon in a poten…

…of the group stage. The comprehensive victory completed a remarkable turnaround for Justine Madugu’s side after their shock opening loss to tournament debutants Malawi. Nigeria had revived their campaign with a 1-0 win over Zambia despite playing much of that game with 10 players before sealing qualification with Wedne…

…by a thread following a shock 3-2 opening defeat to tournament debutants Malawi, leaving Justine Madugu’s side under intense pressure heading into the Zambia fixture. Their task became even tougher just before halftime when defender Oluwatosin Demehin was sent off for bringing down Zambia captain Barbra Banda, forcing…

…to increase as the team progresses into the knockout stages. The announcement comes as Justine Madugu's side prepares to begin its title defence against Malawi at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat. It will be the first-ever meeting between both countries at the senior international level. by Linda Ikeji at 28/07/2026 9:41…

…other Nigerian goals in the final, and will also be chasing more glory. Nigeria coach Justine Madugu told reporters the first priority for the Falcons is reaching the semi-finals and clinching one of four World Cup places automatically reserved for Africa. “Our second goal is to defend the trophy and bring it back to N…

…for Chinese club Liaoning Shenyang Shenbei Hefeng. Abiodun and Gift will complete coach Justine Madugu's 25-player squad for the tournament. File: Gift Monday The 10-time African champions have continued preparations at the La Noria Club in Casablanca ahead of their departure to Morocco's administrative capital, Rabat,…

…The Super Falcons set up camp in Casablanca on Monday in preparation for the tournament. Justine Madugu’s side will begin the defence of their title against the Scorchers of Malawi at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons, Ghana friendly called off

…and Nnadozie were among the early arrivals. The training camp will allow head coach Justine Madugu and his technical crew to fine-tune tactics, improve team chemistry and ensure the players attain peak fitness before the team moves to Rabat for the tournament. Nigeria will head into the competition, scheduled for July…

…for the continental showpiece. The training programme will provide head coach Justine Madugu and his technical crew the opportunity to fine-tune tactics, improve team cohesion and ensure the squad reaches peak physical condition before moving to Rabat for the tournament. Nigeria will head into the competition, schedule…