Super Falcons midfielder Jennifer Echegini has laid out her ambition riding the momentum from Nigeriaโs 10th Womenโs Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) win, she wants the national team to be a force on the global stage at the 2027 FIFA Womenโs World Cup.
Speaking after the continental title, she described winning in Africa as โjust the beginning,โ and said that the Falcons are now aiming higher competing with and defeating the worldโs best.
Echegini emphasises that the Super Falcons must translate their regional dominance into global success. She stressed that becoming champions of Africa is no longer enough. The next goal is to make a major impact at the 2027 World Cup.
Editorial
We celebrate Jennifer Echeginiโs vision it signals a mindset shift, one that acknowledges that true greatness isnโt established by regional titles alone. If Nigeria is to be seen not only as the queen of Africa but as a serious contender on the world stage, then the intention expressed by Echegini becomes crucial.
Her words matter because ambition without belief fades fast. Winning WAFCON 10 was a statement of tradition and excellence. But aiming for the World Cup charts a course forward. It asks more of the players, coaches, and administrators. It demands preparation, exposure to top-tier competition, better tactical discipline, defensive solidity, clinical finishing, psychological strength.
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We believe that this moment this post-WAFCON resolve can become a turning point. The Falcons must now refine, adapt, and invest. Young players who contributed must be nurtured; the squad depth must improve the infrastructure must support consistent training and competitive friendlies; and mental toughness under pressure must become second-nature.
If the Super Falcons take Echeginiโs dream and back it up with performance, they can turn this ambition into history. This is not a mere promise itโs a challenge to raise the bar and carry Nigeria into a new era.
Did You Know?
- Jennifer Echegini scored the late winner (88th minute) in the WAFCON final, converting a free-kick from Esther Okoronkwo to secure Nigeriaโs 10th continental crown.
- Echegini had never before played in a WAFCON final despite having featured in major tournaments like the FIFA Womenโs World Cup (2023) and the Olympics (2024).
- She plays club football for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), having transferred there in mid-2024 from Juventus.
- Born in the Netherlands, Echegini opted to represent Nigeria at senior level, connecting strongly with her Nigerian heritage.
- Her WAFCON winner came during a dramatic comeback, as Nigeria recovered from a two-goal deficit against host Morocco to win 3-2.
