Oshoala urges Nigerians to back Super Falcons before South Africa match
Asisat Oshoala has called on Nigerians to support the Super Falcons as they prepare for a crucial play-off against South Africa. The team’s hopes of reaching the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup are on the line after a disappointing run at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Oshoala acknowledged the team’s recent struggles and emphasized the importance of national backing. She stressed that the players are determined to fight for World Cup qualification.
Match highlights
- Asisat Oshoala urged fans to rally behind the Super Falcons ahead of their play-off against South Africa.
- The team missed automatic World Cup qualification after losing 1-0 to Cameroon in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final.
- Nigeria now faces a tougher route, needing to win knockout play-offs to reach the FIFA Intercontinental Play-Off Tournament.
- Oshoala admitted the team’s struggles and said the players are motivated to secure World Cup qualification.
- She warned that Nigeria can no longer rely solely on their past dominance, as other African teams are improving.
