The Super Falcons have been preparing for their 2028 Olympic qualifying match against Comoros, with 21 players currently in camp. The team captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, and six other players joined the camp in Ikenne-Remo, boosting the team's morale. The additional players include defender Michelle Alozie, midfielders Christy Ucheibe, Toni Payne, and Jennifer Echegini, as well as forwards Folashade Ijamilusi and Janet Akekoromowei.
The Olympic qualifying match, initially scheduled to take place in Comoros, has been relocated to the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo. The match is set to kick off at 6 pm on Friday. The change in venue may provide an advantage to the Super Falcons, who are now familiar with the playing conditions. The team's preparation and strategy will be crucial in securing a win against Comoros.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed a Rwandan referee, Henriette Byukusenge, to officiate the match. Byukusenge will be assisted by compatriots Sandrine Murangwa and Regine Mukayiranga, while Aline Umutoni will serve as the fourth official. Additionally, Namibia's Fransiska Katjaimo will be the referee assessor, and Burkina Faso's Oumou Sy has been appointed match commissioner.
The Comoros women's national team arrived in Ijebu-Ode on Monday night and was scheduled to hold their first training session in Ikenne-Remo on Tuesday evening. The Super Falcons held their training session on Monday, with players such as Christiana Uzoma, Farida Abdulwahab, and Sandra John in attendance. The teams' preparation and training sessions are crucial in determining the outcome of the match.
A total of five more players are expected to arrive at the team's camp by Tuesday evening. These players include goalkeepers Chiamaka Nnadozie and Comfort Erhabor, and forwards Gift Monday, Joy Omewa, and Uchenna Kanu. The arrival of these players will further strengthen the team's lineup and provide more options for the coach.
The Super Falcons' coach will have to make strategic decisions regarding the team's lineup and tactics. The team's performance in the match will be crucial in determining their chances of qualifying for the Olympics. The coach will have to consider the strengths and weaknesses of both teams and make informed decisions to secure a win.
The match between the Super Falcons and Comoros is a significant event in the 2028 Olympic qualifying series. The outcome of the match will have a significant impact on the teams' chances of qualifying for the Olympics. The Super Falcons will be looking to secure a win and take a step closer to qualifying for the Olympics.
Key points
- Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade and six other players have joined the team’s camp in Ikenne-Remo ahead of Friday’s 2028 Olympic qualifying first leg against Comoros.
- The match, initially scheduled to take place in Comoros, has been relocated to the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo.
- CAF has appointed Rwandan referee Henriette Byukusenge to officiate the match.
