Nigeria's Super Falcons will arrive in Morocco on Wednesday to begin their final preparations ahead of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), BenriNews has learned.
The nine-time African champions recently held Portugal to a goalless draw in an international friendly match at the Estadio Jose Gomes on Monday night, showcasing their defensive resilience ahead of the continental showpiece.
According to team officials, the squad will conduct a light training session on Tuesday before departing for Morocco, where they will fine-tune their tactics and strategies for the tournament.
Upcoming Friendly Against Ghana
As part of their preparation schedule, the Super Falcons have arranged another friendly match against their perennial rivals, the Black Queens of Ghana, set for Sunday. This encounter will serve as the final test for Justine Madugu's side before the tournament kicks off.
The Nigeria-Ghana friendly promises to be a high-profile clash, with both teams using the opportunity to assess their readiness for the continental championship.
WAFCON 2024 Group Stage Fixtures
Nigeria's campaign at WAFCON 2024 will begin with an opening match against Tunisia in Casablanca on Sunday, July 6. The Super Falcons will then face Botswana and Algeria in their remaining group stage fixtures.
The tournament represents another opportunity for Nigeria to reassert their dominance in women's football on the continent, having previously won the championship a record nine times.
Coach Justine Madugu has expressed confidence in his squad's preparation, despite the recent goalless draw against Portugal, emphasizing that the team is focused on their ultimate goal of securing a tenth continental title.
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