Super Falcons have intensified preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, kicking off with a double-header friendly series against Senegal.
Head coach Justine Madugu’s squad assembled at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne-Remo, where they will face the Senegalese side on Friday, June 5, and Monday, June 8.
The team wasted no time settling into camp. Stars like Asisat Oshoala, Shukurat Oladipo, and Kafayat Shittu arrived first on Monday, followed by eight more players on Tuesday, including Nottingham Forest striker Joy Omewa, Galatasaray defender Tosin Demehin, midfielder Toni Payne, China-based Folashade Ijamilusi, goalkeeper Anderline Mgbechi, Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene, and Roma forward Omorinsola Babajide.
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Last arrivals includes Christy Ucheibe, Glory Ogbonna, Blessing Nkor, Francisca Ordega, Comfort Erhabor, and Sikiratu Isah joined the group, completing the 23-player squad selected by Madugu.
The Super Falcons have clinched a record 10 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations titles, most recently triumphing in 2025. They mounted a thrilling comeback in the final against host Morocco, fighting back from 2-0 down to win 3-2 and secure their historic 10th crown under Madugu’s guidance.
Historically, Nigeria has also fared well against Senegal. In their most notable senior meeting during 2016 WAFCON qualifiers, Senegal held the Super Falcons to a 1-1 draw in Dakar, but Nigeria responded emphatically with a 2-0 victory in Abuja to advance. Overall, the Super Falcons remain unbeaten against Senegal at senior level, boasting one win and one draw.
These friendlies serve as crucial preparation for Group C of the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco (July 25–August 16), where Nigeria will battle Egypt, Zambia, and debutants Malawi.
