Benfica midfielder Christy Ucheibe and Al-Ittihad forward Francisca Ordega have joined the Super Falcons camp in Ikenne, Ogun State. This is ahead of Nigeria’s friendly matches against Senegal.
They arrived on Wednesday morning with Glory Ogbonna, Blessing Nkor, Comfort Erhabor, and Sikiratu Isah. The team is getting ready for the friendlies set for Friday and Monday.
According to the team’s media officer, Mary Akinsola, eight players came to camp on Tuesday evening. They are Joy Omewa, Tosin Demehin, Toni Payne, Blessing Ilivieda, Folashade Ijamilusi, Anderline Mgbechi, Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene, and Omorinsola Babajide.
These players joined the early arrivals: Shukurat Oladipo, Kafayat Shittu, and six-time CAF Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala. This brings the total number of players in camp to 17.
The Super Falcons will take on Senegal in both matches at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne. These friendlies are part of Nigeria’s preparation for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The WAFCON will take place in Morocco in July. More players and officials are expected to arrive in camp as the team works towards full strength. This is important before the matches against Senegal.
Nigeria aims to win a record-extending 11th WAFCON title in Morocco. They also want to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
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