The Super Falcons of Nigeria are on a mission to claim an unprecedented 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in Morocco next year.
With the tournament scheduled to run from July 5 to 26, the nine-time champions have been drawn into a seemingly manageable Group B, Footballrover reports.
Morocco will host the tournament for the second consecutive time.
Nigeria’s Group B assignments include Tunisia, Algeria, and Botswana—familiar opponents with a history of underwhelming performances against the Falcons.
While this group appears straightforward, the weight of expectations may prove to be a significant challenge for the team.
Super Falcons’ WAFCON 2024 group: easy on paper, tough in reality
Botswana, a familiar foe from the 2022 WAFCON, succumbed to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Ifeoma Onumonu and Christy Ucheibe.
Algeria has also faced consistent struggles against Nigeria, losing both encounters in 2024 friendlies by wide margins.
These past results bolster confidence but also set a high bar for the Falcons’ performance.
While the Super Falcons lead Group B, hosts Morocco head Group A alongside Zambia, Senegal, and DR Congo.
Defending champions South Africa headline Group C, paired with Ghana, Mali, and Tanzania.
Before the action begins, Justin Madugu’s team will take on France in a high-stakes friendly on November 30, 2024, in Angers.
This match will provide an opportunity for the Falcons to test their mettle against a top-tier European side and fine-tune their strategy for WAFCON 2024.
After a disappointing fourth-place finish in 2022, Nigeria is determined to reclaim their throne.
With a balanced mix of seasoned players and rising stars, the Super Falcons are poised to make a strong statement and reaffirm their dominance in African football.
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