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ekehopp2: 6:13pm On May 20
PDPGuy:
Super Falcons squad list for the 2 Cameroon friendlies
Dunno why I suspect, there will be absentees.
Some folks don retire with NFF organizational madness.
Imagine not playing 4 friendlies, it will only get worse.
And why Ordega, why not look towards youth?
lovewins: 6:30pm On May 20
PDPGuy:
Super Falcons squad list for the 2 Cameroon friendlies

Don't even know how to react to this.

I guess we just wish them well.
solonnachi: 6:54pm On May 20
PDPGuy:
Super Falcons squad list for the 2 Cameroon friendlies

Why are Azzezat Oshoala, Esther Okoronkwo and Ashleigh Plumpter not on this list?
do4luv14(m): 6:58pm On May 20
PDPGuy:
Super Falcons squad list for the 2 Cameroon friendlies


Which kind list be dis kwenu
solonnachi: 7:00pm On May 20
lovewins:


Don't even know how to react to this.

I guess we just wish them well.

I think NFF is trying to forcefully retire some of our professional players. The introduction of home based players is very ok but why not make it gradually
daveP(m): 7:25pm On May 20
Immediately i saw it was a 2 legged affair, i knew it was a save face thing. The way they arrange all these stuff go dey affect morale for camp. Cos it is glaring they aren't taking these ladies serious atall. What is this for heaven's sake? Ikenne and Abeokuta. Smh.

IQ is low mehn.

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solonnachi: 7:32pm On May 20
daveP:
Immediately i saw it was a 2 legged affair, i knew it was a save face thing. The way they arrange all these stuff go dey affect morale for camp. Cos it is glaring they aren't taking these ladies serious atall. What is this for heaven's sake? Ikenne and Abeokuta. Smh.

IQ is low mehn.

All attention is on Super Eagles. Hope they qualify for the World cup otherwise it will be a sorry situation.

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PDPGuy: 7:57pm On May 20
ekehopp2:

Dunno why I suspect, there will be absentees.
Some folks don retire with NFF organizational madness.
Imagine not playing 4 friendlies, it will only get worse.
And why Ordega, why not look towards youth?

I really hope those of our star players that arenโ€™t on the list havenโ€™t quit from the team

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daveP(m): 9:51pm On May 20
Bolaji was invited? Remo striker. I want to see how it goes. Always got rocket goals in her legs.


Deep down i want to see team A and B play 90mins each. But.....
Deltamani: 9:16pm On May 21
BREAKING NEWS๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿ“ฐ:

Super Falcons to Clash with Portugal in June Friendly as Part of 2024 Africa Women's Cup of Nations Preparationโ€™s .

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Deltamani: 9:22pm On May 21
๐’๐“๐‘๐€๐“๐„๐†๐ˆ๐‚ ๐’๐๐”๐€๐ƒ ๐’๐„๐‹๐„๐‚๐“๐ˆ๐Ž๐ ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐’๐”๐๐„๐‘ ๐…๐€๐‹๐‚๐Ž๐๐’' ๐…๐‘๐ˆ๐„๐๐ƒ๐‹๐ˆ๐„๐’: ๐๐€๐‹๐€๐๐‚๐ˆ๐๐† ๐“๐€๐‹๐„๐๐“ ๐€๐๐ƒ ๐’๐“๐€๐๐ˆ๐‹๐ˆ๐“๐˜

The inclusion of eight Nigeria Womenโ€™s Football League (NWFL) players in the Super Falconsโ€™ 23-player squad for the friendly matches against Cameroonโ€™s Indomitable Lionesses on May 31 and June 3, 2025, reflects a strategic blend of fresh talent and experienced players. Under interim head coach Justine Madugu, this approach aims to prepare the team for the 2024 Womenโ€™s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled for July 5โ€“26, 2025, in Morocco.

๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐œ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐  ๐๐–๐…๐‹ ๐๐ฅ๐š๐ฒ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ฌ ๐š ๐–๐ข๐ง:
โ–ซ๏ธInjection of Fresh Talent and Energy:
Players like Bolaji Olamide and Blessing Ilivieda, whoโ€™ve been killing it in the NWFL, bring a ton of energy and hunger to the squad. Combined with motivated returnees like Francisca Ordega and Rinsola Babajide, who are itching to prove they still got it, and youโ€™ve got a squad ready to compete.

โ–ซ๏ธTactical Flexibility and Depth: The new invitees allow Madugu to experiment with formations and playing styles during the friendlies. This builds squad depth, reduces reliance on star players, and helps identify substitutes for potential injuries or fatigue at WAFCON, while preserving key playersโ€™ energy.

โ–ซ๏ธ for Local League Development: Selecting eight home-based players signals the Nigeria Football Federationโ€™s (NFF) confidence in the NWFL, encouraging the growth of domestic womenโ€™s football and inspiring younger players.

โ–ซ๏ธCost-Effective Talent Pool: Utilizing local players minimizes logistical and financial challenges compared to recalling foreign-based stars, simplifying travel and camp arrangements for friendlies.

๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐ˆ๐ญ ๐Œ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ญ ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค ๐Ž๐ฎ๐ญ
โ–ซ๏ธLimited Exposure to Elite Competition: NWFL players are talented, but they might struggle against a strong side like Cameroon since they donโ€™t face that level of competition often. Nigeriaโ€™s got nine WAFCON titles, so the pressureโ€™s on, and mistakes could attract scrutiny and affect player confidence. Plus, blending newbies with stars like Chiamaka Nnadozie and Rasheedat Ajibade might take time, potentially disrupting team cohesion.

โ–ซ๏ธTactical Uncertainty: With only one matchโ€”a 2-1 loss to โ€”since December 2023, the Super Falcons lack recent game time compared to rivals like South Africa, who played five matches in the same period. An unsettled squad could hinder Maduguโ€™s ability to establish a consistent playing style for WAFCONโ€™s Group B opponents (Tunisia, Algeria, Botswana).

โ–ซ๏ธFan and Media Backlash: Excluding in-form players like Gift Monday has sparked criticism, which could create negative sentiment and pressure the coaching staff, potentially distracting from preparations.

โ–ซ๏ธRisk of Underperformance: With just two months until WAFCON, an untested squad risks repeating Nigeriaโ€™s disappointing fourth-place finish in 2022, undermining their status as Africaโ€™s most successful womenโ€™s team.

โ–ซ๏ธLogistical Challenges: Frequent squad changes demand resources for scouting and integration, which could strain the NFFโ€™s budget, especially if foreign-based players are recalled later.

As Africaโ€™s most successful womenโ€™s team with nine WAFCON titles, the Super Falcons have a big rep to uphold. If this mixed squad doesnโ€™t click, it could hurt their image and let down fans, especially after losing the title to South Africa in 2022. Madugu needs to use these friendlies to get everyone working together and fine-tune the game plan, while the NFF sorts out money and logistics. Balancing fresh NWFL talent with experienced players is key to getting Nigeria back on top in Morocco.

โœ๐Ÿฟ Vine Chimezirim

Franktom247(m): 3:38am On May 23
Deltamani:
Barcelona are currently schooling Chelseaโ€ฆ. Football no be by gra gra ooo


https://www.youtube.com/live/E6skhd7JBqc?si=gbaq6zspWJGnZVqu

My bro please drop the UWCL Final link on time when you have it please

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Deltamani: 8:59pm On May 23
Franktom247:


My bro please drop the UWCL Final link on time when you have it please

DAZN will stream it on YouTube!
Deltamani: 4:08pm On May 24
Franktom247:


My bro please drop the UWCL Final link on time when you have it please




Watch Live Here; https://www.youtube.com/live/-iz4heeXcw0?si=snxvHmr3e4SkVqJi

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naptu2: 4:11pm On May 24
2025 UEFA Women's Champions League Final.

Arsenal FC vs FC Barcelona.


https://www.youtube.com/live/-iz4heeXcw0?si=3dBogDaYZuZLtKYw

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naptu2: 6:58pm On May 24
Arsenal are European champions.

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BascoVanVeli(m): 10:04pm On May 24
Esther Okoronkwo vs Montreal Roses
She scored a beauty

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTGPLPjKSDY

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Deltamani: 7:02pm On May 26
SuperFalcons current technical Benchโ€ฆ

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PDPGuy: 7:20pm On May 26
BascoVanVeli:
Esther Okoronkwo vs Montreal Roses
She scored a beauty

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTGPLPjKSDY
This chic only scores bangers
daveP(m): 11:07pm On May 27
Why is Linda Jiwuaku like that abeg? cry
Deltamani: 3:09pm On May 28
daveP:
Why is Linda Jiwuaku like that abeg? cry

And what is wrong with her??

daveP(m): 3:54pm On May 28
Deltamani:


And what is wrong with her??

I no go lie she needs to trim down.
Deltamani: 5:36pm On May 28
daveP:


I no go lie she needs to trim down.

Yeah yeahโ€ฆ But her size isnโ€™t a major problem though, have seen Goalkeepers bigger than her perform well.. As she grows she will reduce gradually..!

Look at Judith Chime, Rachael Ayegba they were far bigger than her but still played at the top level..
Deltamani: 5:49pm On May 28
daveP:


I no go lie she needs to trim down.

I have seen a lot of criticism about this girl, that she isnโ€™t good and donโ€™t deserve a call upโ€ฆ But again Iโ€™m wondering if she is very Bad, why would Randy of all Coach invite her back then and Madugu still do thesame??

I know she did play only few games for Bayelsa Queens this past season but again haven watch her play on few occasions, she can be better and should be considered as well.. Sheโ€™s well built, have a great height and a good shot stopper. Her grips are pretty okay, commands the box well, good in aerial balls, can also save penalties very wellโ€ฆ

Donโ€™t know much about her Ball playing and 1-V-1 abilities though..



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxbee4p9SoY?si=Y0D0Sfm0Y-EX2qjg

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daveP(m): 7:57pm On May 28
Deltamani:


Yeah yeahโ€ฆ But her size isnโ€™t a major problem though, have seen Goalkeepers bigger than her perform well.. As she grows she will reduce gradually..!

Look at Judith Chime, Rachael Ayegba they were far bigger than her but still played at the top level..

Major reason is not even about sample size of those that beat the odds. There'll always be such. We saw how No.1 got slower with gains and how she shapali hit the gym and recovered. Linda has bulked up so much and it's concerning. If e cost anything nobody go all the rest of others than can still be agile and swift while bulky.
daveP(m): 11:11am On May 29
Who's the current understudy of Toni Payne?
isan(m): 5:00pm On May 29
Onyezide , Echegini can slot in there also ....but I'm personally tipping moshood to lock it down in couple of years
daveP:
Who's the current understudy of Toni Payne?

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isan(m): 5:05pm On May 29
Nigeria football authorities needs to train our female footballers that they don't have to look like a male because they've chosen to become a footballer , they can maintain their female traits and still play football....most Nigeria league players dress like male because they believe football is a man sport

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Samueltemi337(m): 5:17pm On May 29
isan:
Nigeria football authorities needs to train our female footballers that they don't have to look like a male because they've chosen to become a footballer , they can maintain their female traits and still play football....most Nigeria league players dress like male because they believe football is a man sport


How someone chooses to look and dress should be their decision ๐Ÿ˜’

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Deltamani: 6:19pm On May 29
daveP:
Who's the current understudy of Toni Payne?

This one no be question naโ€ฆ

According to the hierarchyโ€ฆ Onyi Echegini, Esther Onyenezide then the rest of the youngsters can come in when they play their way up there.!

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Deltamani: 6:20pm On May 29
isan:
Nigeria football authorities needs to train our female footballers that they don't have to look like a male because they've chosen to become a footballer , they can maintain their female traits and still play football....most Nigeria league players dress like male because they believe football is a man sport

I think the thread have reduced a little., One thing again is that theyโ€™re not even looking like men like those Zambia Players..

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daveP(m): 6:34pm On May 29
isan:
Onyezide , Echegini can slot in there also ....but I'm personally tipping moshood to lock it down in couple of years

I no wan put JOE in understudy category, that's major reason i asked.

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