Falconets leave Abuja for Ikenne ahead of Malawi World Cup qualifier
Nigeria’s U20 Women’s National Team, the Falconets, have concluded an intensive three-week camping programme in Abuja and are heading to Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State, where they will host Malawi in the
Nigeria's U20 Women's National Team, the Falconets, have concluded an intensive three-week camping programme in Abuja and are heading to Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State, where they will host Malawi in the first leg of their FIFA U20 Women's World Cup qualifying final round on Saturday, 2 May.
The camping period was defined by discipline, resilience, and rigorous work as the players pushed for peak fitness and tactical sharpness ahead of the fixture.
Head coach Moses Aduku expressed confidence in the team's readiness: "The girls have shown great character and determination throughout the camping period. We have worked extensively on our tactics, fitness, and team cohesion. I am optimistic about our readiness and confident that the players will rise to the occasion."
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Captain Joy Igbokwe reaffirmed the squad's focus and called for national support. "We are fully prepared and focused on the task ahead. We ask Nigerians for their prayers and support as we go into this important match. We are determined to make the country proud."
The Falconets will be aiming to secure a strong first-leg advantage as they pursue qualification for the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup, to be hosted by Poland from 5 to 26 September.
Nigeria have qualified for and participated in every edition of the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup since the competition launched as an U19 tournament in Canada 24 years ago.
