The Super Falcons of Nigeria have arrived in Yaoundé, Cameroon, on Wednesday ahead of their double-header friendly series against the Indomitable Lionesses, part of preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
Head coach Justine Madugu, his technical team, home-based players and the foreign-based contingent all landed in Cameroon’s capital as the squad begins final preparations for the first match scheduled this Saturday.
The Super Falcons will play Cameroon in their first friendly on 28 February, with the second game set for 3 March both fixtures serving as key tests ahead of WAFCON, where Nigeria is drawn in Group C alongside Malawi, Zambia and Egypt.
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The arrival in Yaoundé marks a crucial step in the Super Falcons’ build-up to WAFCON 2026, giving coach Madugu and his staff vital time to fine-tune tactics, build team chemistry and assess players in a competitive setup. Facing Cameroon a traditional rival in consecutive friendlies offers a high pressure environment that can mirror continental tournament conditions.
By mixing experienced internationals such as Rasheedat Ajibade and Chiamaka Nnadozie with fresh faces and home-based talents, the squad carries both depth and variety. Performances in these matches could help shape final tactical decisions and starting selections once the championship in Morocco kicks off later this month.
For fans of Nigerian football, these friendlies are more than warm ups they are an early showcase of the Super Falcons’ readiness to defend their continental crown and pursue automatic FIFA Women’s World Cup qualification. With competitive fixtures on the horizon, every minute on Cameroonian soil will count toward building momentum.
Did You Know?
- The Super Falcons arrived in Yaoundé on Wednesday ahead of two friendlies against Cameroon.
- The first friendly is set for 28 February, with the second on 3 March.
- Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu named a 25-player squad for the fixtures.
- Nigeria’s Super Falcons are drawn in Group C for WAFCON 2026 alongside Malawi, Zambia and Egypt.
- The squad includes new call-ups such as Comfort Erhabor and Fatima Oloko, recently thrilled by their first senior invitations.
