Super Falcons receive promised rewards ahead of WAFCON defence
The National Sports Commission has confirmed that the Super Falcons have received both houses and a $100,000 cash reward promised by President Bola Tinubu. Mallam Shehu Dikko, chairman of the Commission, stated that all financial commitments have been fulfilled, and the team will soon receive their house keys. The presentation was timed so the players could be together, aiming to boost morale before their upcoming tournament in Morocco. The squad is preparing to defend their title as record champions.
Match highlights
- President Bola Tinubu's promised houses and $100,000 cash rewards to the Super Falcons have been paid.
- Mallam Shehu Dikko confirmed that the presentation of house keys will take place this week in Morocco.
- The Super Falcons will defend their title at the 2026 WAFCON, running from July 26 to August 16 in Morocco.
- The team is drawn in Group C and will face Malawi on Tuesday, July 28, Zambia on Saturday, August 1, and Egypt on Wednesday, August 5 in Rabat.
- Head coach Justin Madugu has retained most of the previous title-winning squad, with Ashley Plumptre the most notable absentee.
