Coach Chris Danjuma has selected a squad of 20 players to don the Nigerian colors in the women’s football event of the 13th African Games, Soccernet.ng reports.
The continental championship is slated to kick off this Thursday, propelling Nigeria’s contingent to soar out of the country on Tuesday, destined for the battleground in Ghana.
Danjuma has meticulously composed a squad comprising three goalkeepers, six defenders, five midfielders, and six attackers, ensuring a balanced and versatile lineup for the Falconets.
Among the prominent names on the roster are goalkeeper Faith Omilana, defenders Shukurat Oladipo and Jumoke Alani, midfield maestros Chioma Olise and Olushola Shobowale, alongside attackers Blessing Okpe and Judith Okah.
Adding depth to the squad, the veteran coach has also included the likes of goalkeeper Anderline Mgbechi, defender and team captain Oluchi Ohaegbulem, midfielder Adoo Yina, and forward dynamo Chiamaka Okwuchukwu.
The defending champions, Nigeria, are placed in Group B, a challenging cluster alongside Morocco, Senegal, and Cameroon.
Host nation Ghana will face off against Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda in Group A.
All the action is slated to unfold at the Cape Coast Stadium
The Falconets, champions of the women’s football event at the 12th African Games in Rabat, Morocco, back in October 2019, are eager to defend their gold medal.
20 FALCONETS FOR AFRICAN GAMES:
Goalkeepers: Anderline Mgbechi, Rachael Unachukwu, Faith Omilana
Defenders: Shukurat Oladipo, Oluchi Ohaegbulem, Jumoke Alani, Chidinma Ogbuchi, Oluwabunmi Oladeji, Chidera Okenwa
Midfielders: Adoo Yina, Joy Igbokwe, Chioma Olise, Chinyere Kalu, Olushola Shobowale
Forwards: Motunrayo Ezekiel, Blessing Okpe, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Loveth Edeh, Judith Okah, Delight Nwosu
