Super Falcons starting XI against Morocco in WAFCON final
The Super Falcons of Nigeria made just one adjustment to their starting lineup for the crucial Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final against hosts Morocco at the Olympic Stadium on Saturday night.
Head coach Justin Madugu has opted for Deborah Abiodun in midfield, replacing Jennifer Echegini, as the team looks to secure a historic tenth WAFCON title — dubbed “Mission X” by the squad.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade will lead a familiar lineup, with the defensive unit of Osinachi Ohale, Ashleigh Plumptre, Oluwatosin Demehin, and Gloria Alozie aiming to maintain their impressive record of not conceding from open play throughout the tournament.
In attack, the trio of Chinwendu Ihezuo, Esther Okoronkwo, and Folashade Ijamilusi retains their spots, having earned the coaching staff’s trust with their performances.
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One change from last time with Deborah Abiodun in for Jennifer Echegini.
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Nigeria advanced to the final after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Africa in the semifinals, while Morocco seeks their first-ever WAFCON trophy.
The highly anticipated clash kicks off at 9:00pm Nigerian time.
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Super Falcons Starting XI:
Chiamaka Nnadozie; Gloria Alozie, Osinachi Ohale, Ashleigh Plumptre, Oluwatosin Demehin; Halimatu Ayinde, Deborah Abiodun, Rasheedat Ajibade; Chinwendu Ihezuo, Esther Okoronkwo, Folashade Ijamilusi.
