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By Joe Apu
Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to adopt a more aggressive approach when they face Senegal’s Teranga Lionesses in their second international friendly on Monday, following a closely contested encounter between both sides in Ikenne-Remo on Friday.
Head Coach Justine Madugu revealed on Sunday that the nine-time African champions will be more purposeful in attack as they continue preparations for next month’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
The Falcons secured a 2-1 victory in the first friendly, with veteran striker Asisat Oshoala converting a penalty before midfielder Toni Payne added a second goal. Senegal pulled one back late in the match, scoring with four minutes remaining.
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Monday’s return fixture at the Remo Stars Sports Complex offers both teams another opportunity to fine-tune their squads ahead of the continental showpiece.
Nigeria and Senegal last met in a WAFCON qualifying tie in 2016, when the Falcons advanced 3-1 on aggregate after a 1-1 draw in the first leg and a 2-0 victory in the return fixture.
At the forthcoming tournament in Morocco, Nigeria will be chasing a record-extending 11th continental crown. The Super Falcons have been drawn in Group C alongside Egypt, Zambia and tournament debutants Malawi. Senegal will compete in Group A with hosts Morocco, Algeria and Kenya.
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for July 25 to August 16 in Morocco, will also serve as a qualification pathway to the FIFA Women’s World Cup. The top four teams will earn automatic qualification for the finals in Brazil, while the fifth-placed side will advance to an intercontinental playoff for a chance to secure a World Cup berth.
