FCC chair urges Super Falcons to focus on World Cup qualification
The Chairman of the Federal Character Commission, Hulayat Omidiran, has called on the Super Falcons to move past their recent setback and focus on qualifying for the next FIFA Women’s World Cup. Omidiran praised the team and technical crew for their efforts despite their exit from the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. She emphasized the importance of unity and determination as the team prepares for a crucial playoff against South Africa. Omidiran also encouraged Nigerians to continue supporting the team as they pursue their World Cup ambitions.
Match highlights
- Hulayat Omidiran urged the Super Falcons to put their WAFCON disappointment behind them and focus on World Cup qualification.
- Nigeria was eliminated from the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-final.
- The team must defeat South Africa in an upcoming playoff to advance to the inter-confederation playoff for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
- Omidiran commended the players and coaches for their resilience and called for unity and renewed determination.
- She appealed to Nigerians to continue supporting the team as they aim to secure a World Cup spot.
