Interim Super Falcons coach Augustine Eguavoen has named a 28-player squad for the 2028 Olympics qualification campaign, including captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, ahead of the first-leg clash against Comoros on October 9. The team, set to report to the AM2PM Hotel in Ijebu-Ode on October 3, includes established stars and emerging talents as Nigeria aims to advance in the five-stage qualifying process. The selection features key players such as defenders Michelle Alozie and Oluwatosin Demehin, midfielders Christy Ucheibe and Jennifer Echegini, and forwards Asisat Oshoala and Joy Omewa. Goalkeepers Chiamaka Nnadozie (Brighton Hove & Albion) and Comfort Erhabor (Portsmouth Ladies) are joined by rookie Christiana Uzoma (Edo Queens). Defenders Ashley Plumptre and Shukurat Oladipo, along with midfielder Toni Payne, complete the roster, according to the official announcement. Comoros will host the first leg of the second-round fixture at the Remo Stars Sports Stadium in Ikenne-Remo on October 9, with Nigeria hosting the return match on October 13. Both matches will be played at the same venue after Comoros failed to secure a Confederation of African Football (CAF)-approved international stadium. A combined victory in the two legs will propel the Super Falcons to the third round, with the qualification campaign concluding in December 2025. The squad includes 16 players from domestic leagues and 12 based abroad, reflecting a balanced approach to the qualification challenge. Notable inclusions are young talents like Tumininu Adeshina (Edo Queens) and Janet Akekoromowei (SL Benfica), alongside experienced campaigners such as Rasheedat Ajibade, who has captained the team in recent campaigns. The list also features forward Uchenna Kanu (Cruz Azul Femenil) and midfielder Suliat Abideen (Fenerbahce Ladies). Eguavoen, who took charge following the departure of the previous coaching staff, emphasized the importance of unity and tactical discipline in the qualification race.
Super Falcons Name 28-Player Squad for Olympic Qualification Campaign Against Comoros
Interim Super Falcons coach Augustine Eguavoen has named a 28-player squad for the 2028 Olympics qualification campaign, including captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, ahead of the first-leg clash against Comoros on October 9. The team, set to report to the AM2PM Hotel in Ijebu-Ode on October 3, includes established stars and emerging talents as Nigeria aims to advance in the five-stage qualifying process. The selection features key players such as defenders Michelle Alozie and Oluwatosin Demehin, midfielders Christy Ucheibe and Jennifer Echegini, and forwards Asisat Oshoala and Joy Omewa. Goalkeepers Chiamaka Nnadozie (Brighton Hove & Albion) and Comfort Erhabor (Portsmouth Ladies) are joined by rookie Christiana Uzoma (Edo Queens). Defenders Ashley Plumptre and Shukurat Oladipo, along with midfielder Toni Payne, complete the roster, according to the official announcement. Comoros will host the first leg of the second-round fixture at the Remo Stars Sports Stadium in Ikenne-Remo on October 9, with Nigeria hosting the return match on October 13. Both matches will be played at the same venue after Comoros failed to secure a Confederation of African Football (CAF)-approved international stadium. A combined victory in the two legs will propel the Super Falcons to the third round, with the qualification campaign concluding in December 2025. The squad includes 16 players from domestic leagues and 12 based abroad, reflecting a balanced approach to the qualification challenge. Notable inclusions are young talents like Tumininu Adeshina (Edo Queens) and Janet Akekoromowei (SL Benfica), alongside experienced campaigners such as Rasheedat Ajibade, who has captained the team in recent campaigns. The list also features forward Uchenna Kanu (Cruz Azul Femenil) and midfielder Suliat Abideen (Fenerbahce Ladies). Eguavoen, who took charge following the departure of the previous coaching staff, emphasized the importance of unity and tactical discipline in the qualification race.
Super Falcons Name 28-Player Squad for Olympic Qualification Campaign Against Comoros