Nigeria’s Super Falcons are setting their sights firmly on reclaiming the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, which takes place in Morocco from 5–26 July 2025. With eleven titles already secured, this tournament marks a chance to restore their crown after finishing fourth in 2022.

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau has pledged full support, promising to make full use of every FIFA Women’s International Match Window before the tournament. He confirmed the plan includes organising at least two high-quality friendlies and injecting emerging home-based talent into the squad to build depth.

Key voices within the team back the vision. Defender Tosin Demehin believes Nigeria has the ideal blend of experience and young energy, and Asisat Oshoala affirmed the squad’s determination to return to winning ways, stressing they "have to focus on 2025, seize the opportunity… and get back to winning ways".

Concern is growing over the lack of activity this year. Super Falcons have not played since late 2024, missing several international windows while rival nations such as South Africa, Morocco and Zambia capitalise on match practice. With less than four months remaining, questions remain over whether Nigeria will have sufficient competitive preparation.

Editorial

We share in the collective excitement of seeing the Super Falcons strive to reclaim their rightful place at the top of African women’s football. It seems clear to us that strong leadership from the NFF and strategic inclusion of local talents could provide the momentum needed to tip the scales.

We insist that competitive friendlies cannot be skipped. While words of assurance from President Gusau are encouraging, they must translate into actual fixtures. Without game time, squad cohesion and form may falter while other nations surge ahead.

We welcome Demehin’s optimism and Oshoala’s resolve they reflect the kind of bold spirit required on the pitch. Yet belief alone cannot win a tournament. The real test lies in whether Nigeria can convert rhetoric into tactical sharpness and unity by July.

We are convinced that if the Falcons are to reclaim dominance, they must play regularly before WAFCON. Well-selected friendlies, smart squad rotation and a clear game plan will determine whether they peak at the right moment. It’s time for action not just aspiration.

Did You Know?

1. The Super Falcons have won 11 of the 14 editions of WAFCON since its inception in 1998, making them Africa’s most successful women’s national team.


2. Nigeria has not participated in any international matches since November 2024, while key opponents like South Africa and Zambia have engaged in competitive fixtures this year.


3. Gift Monday and Edna Imade have led the scoring charts in Spain’s Liga F this season, hinting at a possible generational shift in Nigeria’s attack ahead of WAFCON.


4. Final Group B opponents for Nigeria at WAFCON 2025 will be Tunisia, Algeria and Botswana, officially confirmed after the draw.


5. Morocco became the first North African nation to reach a WAFCON final in 2022, defeating Nigeria on penalties before ultimately falling at the final hurdle.