Nigeria’s hunger to win her 10th Women’s Africa cup of Nations tagged – Mission X begins today as the Super Falcons face Tunisia in the opening game of their group, B that also houses Algeria and Botswana for the tournament.
The 9 times champion kick off their game by 5pm Nigerian time. This game will also be Justine Magudu’s first official game as Super Falcons manager. He will need to prove doubters wrong as they go into this.
The old legs in the team will also be out to be part of history as he team chase a record 10 titles in the CAF’s history to become the very first national team to win 10 continental trophies.
Super Falcons Team News
There are no injury worries in camp as all invited player are fully fit and ready to be involved in this game. The team had been in training and played a few friendlies to prepare themselves ahead of the tournament.
Expected Line-up
Magudu has been seen to favour the 4-3-3 formation as seen in all the friendly matches. The regulars in the team are expected with Nnadozie at the post, captain Ajibade in the middle and Ohale to lead the defence.
Predicted line-up – Chiamaka Nnadozie, Oladipo Shukura, Osinachi Ohale, Tosin Demehin, Usani Miracle, Christy Ucheibe, Rasheedat Ajibade, Deborah Abiodun, Toni Payne, Asisat Oshoala, Ifeoma Onumonu
The game can be seen live on paid TV and streaming platforms