Super Falcons
Coverage of Super Falcons in the Nexus archive.
- Africa: Justine Madugu - How Wafcon 2024 Success Changed My Life
Justine Madugu, as head coach of Nigeria's Super Falcons, won the 2024 WAFCON, marking his first victory in the tournament after serving in various coaching roles in previous editions. The win capped years of dedication and experience across multiple WAFCON campaigns.
- WAFCON: Plumptre fights back as fake accounts spread false Super Falcons claims
Fake Facebook accounts spread false claims that Super Falcons star Plumptre was unhappy about being omitted from Nigeria’s 2026 WAFCON squad. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Morocco from 25 July to 16 August.
- ‘A dream come true’: Joy Omewa celebrates first goals for Super Falcons
Joy Omewa scored her first goals for the Super Falcons as Nigeria defeated Senegal's Teranga Lionesses in a match at Remo Stars Stadium, boosting confidence ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
- WAFCON Countdown: Madugu explains Super Falcons’ tactical experiments, veteran recalls
The Super Falcons' coach, Madugu, disclosed that the team's recent friendly matches against Senegal were used to test various tactical systems and formations as part of their WAFCON preparation.
- Nigeria 3-0 Senegal: Super Falcons crush Lionesses in Ikenne
Nigeria's Super Falcons defeated Senegal's Lionesses 3-0 in Ikenne, leveraging second-half superiority and defensive resilience to secure a decisive victory.
- ‘It feels really good’: Toni Payne delighted after first Super Falcons goal in five years
Toni Payne scored her first international goal in five years, helping the Super Falcons secure a victory and ending her personal goal drought. She expressed delight over the achievement.
- ‘We have identified areas we need to improve’ – Super Falcons coach says after Senegal win
The Super Falcons defeated Senegal in a challenging match that revealed areas needing improvement ahead of WAFCON. The coach acknowledged the team's struggles during the opening spell and emphasized the need for urgent attention to specific weaknesses.