As teams across the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B intensify preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been left frustrated amid what they describe as inadequate planning and poor coordination.
While countries like Benin, Burkina Faso, and Côte d’Ivoire are actively engaging in high-quality friendly matches during the FIFA international window, the Super Falcons have struggled with disrupted arrangements, most notably the cancellation of a proposed friendly against Cape Verde.
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The situation has sparked discontent within the Nigerian camp, with captain Rasheedat Ajibade leading the charge in expressing the team’s dissatisfaction.
Ajibade did not hold back in her reaction, openly questioning the level of preparation ahead of a major continental tournament like WAFCON.
The forward stressed that while other teams are building cohesion through competitive matches, Nigeria’s lack of structured planning could prove costly.
She pointed to cancelled fixtures, uncertainty around camping, and limited international exposure as major setbacks. According to her, these issues not only affect performance readiness but also dampen team morale at a crucial stage of preparation.
Meanwhile, across WAFU B, preparations have been more structured and competitive.
Benin’s Amazons are currently taking part in a mini-tournament in Tunis, Burkina Faso are testing themselves in a two-legged tie against Senegal, while Côte d’Ivoire’s Elephants continue their fine form with more friendly fixtures lined up.
These results underline the growing competitiveness within the sub-region, with several teams gaining valuable match experience ahead of 2026 WAFCON.
For the Super Falcons, however, attention now turns to resolving logistical issues and securing proper preparations. With expectations always high, the concerns raised by Rasheedat Ajibade reflect a strong call for improved planning to maintain Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football.
