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Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, Falconets, have concluded an intensive three-week camp program in Abuja, in preparation for their crucial FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Malawi’s U-20 girls.
The team is scheduled to arrive in Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State, on Sunday, where they will host the first leg of the final qualifying round scheduled for Saturday, May 2. The camp period was defined by discipline, resilience and tireless effort, as players put in rigorous work to achieve peak fitness and tactical acuity ahead of the match.
The head coach, Mr. Moses Aduku, expressed confidence in the team’s preparedness and ability to deliver. “The girls have shown great character and determination throughout the camp period. We have worked hard on our tactics, fitness and team cohesion. I am optimistic about our preparation and confident that the players will rise to the occasion.”
The team captain, Joy Igbokwe, also reaffirmed the team’s determination 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 move forward in this important match. We are determined to make the country proud.”
The Falconets will look to secure a solid lead from the first leg as they continue their quest to qualify for this year’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup finals, which will be held in Poland from September 5-26.
Nigeria has qualified and participated in all previous editions of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup since the competition was launched as an U-19 tournament in Canada 24 years ago.
