Six players from Nigeria's Falconets squad have earned call-ups to the Super Falcons for their 2028 Olympic qualifying fixtures against Comoros. The invited players include goalkeeper Christiana Uzoma, defender Tumininu Adeshina, midfielder Favour Nkwocha, and forward Janet Akekoromowei. These four players represented Nigeria at the recently concluded 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland. Additionally, Farida Abdulwahab and Joy Igokwe, who were part of the Falconets set-up but failed to join the team for the tournament in Poland due to visa-related issues, have also been called up.
Super Falcons interim head coach, Augustine Eguavoen, unveiled a 28-player squad for the Olympic qualifiers on Tuesday via the team's X account. The call-up roster includes captain Rasheedat Ajibade, forward Asisat Oshoala, and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie. Defender Ashleigh Plumptre also returns to the team after missing the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations due to injury. The players have been instructed to report at the AM2PM Hotel, Ijebu-Ode, on Saturday, October 3.
Both matches against Comoros will be played at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne-Remo, as Comoros does not have a CAF-approved venue for international games. The first leg is slated for Friday, October 9, while the return leg is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13. The 10-time African champions will begin their journey towards qualification for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles against Comoros.
The Super Falcons team has a rich history, having won the African championship 10 times. The team's performance has been impressive, and fans are optimistic about their chances of qualifying for the 2028 Olympic Games. With a strong squad and experienced coaching, the team is expected to put up a good fight against Comoros.
The Falconets players who have been called up to the Super Falcons have shown exceptional skills and talent, and their inclusion is expected to boost the team's performance. Christiana Uzoma, Tumininu Adeshina, Favour Nkwocha, and Janet Akekoromowei were part of the Nigerian team that participated in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland. Their experience and skills will be valuable assets to the Super Falcons team.
Farida Abdulwahab and Joy Igokwe, who were unable to join the Falconets team for the tournament in Poland due to visa-related issues, have also been given the opportunity to represent the Super Falcons. Their inclusion is a testament to their abilities and potential, and they are expected to make significant contributions to the team.
The Super Falcons will face a tough challenge in their Olympic qualifying fixtures against Comoros, but with a strong squad and experienced coaching, the team is confident of achieving a positive result. The team's fans are eagerly awaiting the matches and are optimistic about the team's chances of qualifying for the 2028 Olympic Games.
Key points
- Six Falconets players have been called up to the Super Falcons for their 2028 Olympic qualifying fixtures against Comoros.
- The Super Falcons team includes experienced players such as captain Rasheedat Ajibade, forward Asisat Oshoala, and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie.
- The Olympic qualifying fixtures against Comoros will be played at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne-Remo, on October 9 and 13.
