Later this month, as part of their preparation for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Nigeria’s Super Falcons will play the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in an international friendly. Both teams should find the match to be a great chance to hone their tactics before the renowned continental event.
The Super Falcons are still preparing under head coach Justine Madugu after their most recent game, an international friendly against France in December 2023. In a hard-fought match, the Nigerian team narrowly succumbed to Les Bleues 2-1 despite putting up a good showing. The team’s preparedness was put to the ultimate test in that game, and the lessons learned should shape their strategy in the months to come.
As Nigeria prepares for WAFCON 2024, they have a number of practice matches scheduled, including this one versus Cameroon. To make sure the squad is at its best when the competition begins, the team is anticipated to play more friendly games in the upcoming weeks.
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Nigeria, with nine titles, is the most successful team in the competition’s history and has been assigned to Group B. They will play in what could be a difficult group stage against Algeria, Tunisia, and Botswana. The goal of the Super Falcons is to win the WAFCON championship once more and establish their supremacy on the African continent.
Morocco will host this year’s competition, which is set to take place from Saturday, July 5 to Saturday, July 26, 2025. The top women’s national teams from throughout Africa will battle for the coveted trophy and a spot on the international scene at this event.
The Super Falcons’ next friendly matchup with Cameroon, who are renowned for their toughness and physical style, will be a crucial test. Prior to the main tournament, it will also assist the coaching staff in assessing player fitness, team dynamics, and tactical settings.
As the Super Falcons are ready to proudly and resolutely represent the country once more, fans around Nigeria and the continent will be closely watching. With a combination of seasoned players and young prospects, expectations are high that the team will up to the challenge and make a big impact at WAFCON 2024.
