Super Falcons coach names squad for Olympic qualifier against Comoros - Punch Newspapers
Super Falcons interim head coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has unveiled 28 players invited for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifying fixtures against Comoros. The official announcement was made on Tuesday via the team’s X account. The squad features stars including captain Rasheedat Ajibade, prolific forward Asisat Oshoala, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and young forward Janet Akekoromowei, who has drawn attention for her recent performances and move to Benfica. Versatile defender Ashleigh Plumptre is returning to the team after missing the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations due to injury. The squad Goalkeepers: Chiamaka Nnadozie, Comfort Erhabor, Christiana UzomaSee more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google Defenders: Michelle Alozie, Shukurat Oladipo, Farida Abdulwahab, Glory Ogbonna, Oluwatosin Demehin, Glory Edet, Ashleigh Plumptre, Timininu Adeshina We wore Falcons’ kits at 2008 Olympics — Osaze Ohale announces retirement after 16-year Falcons spell Ajibade hints at Odemwingie 10-year NFF exposé Midfielders: Christy Ucheibe, Joy Igokwe, Favour Nwocha, Fatimoh Solaty, Suliat Abideen, Toni Payne, Jennifer Echegini Forwards: Rasheedat Ajibade, Asisat Oshoala, Flourish Sabastine, Shakirat Moshood, Gift Monday, Joy Omewa, Blessing Nkor, Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Janet Akekoromowei, Uchenna Kanu The players have been instructed to report at the AM2PM Hotel, Ijebu-Ode, on Saturday, October 3. Both matches will be played at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne-Remo, as Comoros does not have a CAF-approved venue for international games. The first leg is slated for Friday, October 9, while the return leg is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13. The 10-time African champions will look to begin their journey towards qualification for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles on a strong note against Comoros. Saheed Oyelakin Saheed is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over two years of experience covering metro, technology, sports, politics, and human-interest stories. He focuses on producing clear, engaging reports across diverse beats. Saheed’s work reflects hands-on newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate and balanced journalism.
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