Hmmmm..... I think I see the wisdom in your suggestion. That way we keep our Main U-20 stars busy and prepared for France 2018 and also expose them to some Senior team experience alongside some of the home based Super Falcons Stars....

I think I like that.

PDPGuy:
For the WAFU Cup, the NFF should use most of the Falconets team (say 14-15 players) and a few of the older league players.

Ajibade, Igbinovia among 35 Super Falcons stars invited for WAFU Cup





Rasheedat Ajibade and veteran midfielder Osas Igbinovia are among the 35 players invited to the camp of the Super Falcons for the upcoming WAFU Women Cup of Nations.

The list also has veterans like Joy Jegede and Mariam Ibrahim as well as junior internationals; Gift Monday, Anam Imo, and Mary Ologbosere.


All the invited players have been advised to report at the Serob Legacy Hotel, Wuye, Abuja on Thursday, February 1.

Eight-time African champions Nigeria will tackle Benin Republic, Senegal and Togo in Group B while host Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Burkina Faso and Niger Republic are in Group A.

The WAFU tournament is scheduled to take place between February 10 and 24.

All the invited players include:


GOALKEEPERS: Onyinyechukwu Okeke (Inneh Queens); Rita Akarekoh (Delta Queens); Chioma Nwankwo (Nasarawa Amazons); Chiamaka Nnadozie (Rivers Angels); Oluwaseun Bello (Police Machine)

DEFENDERS: Ayomide Ojo (Police Machine); Kemi Famuditi (Confluence Queens); Glory Ogbonna (Ibom Angels); Opeyemi Aiyeniberu (Sunshine Queens); Mary Ologbosere (Rivers Angels); Sarah Ilodubah (Osun Babes); Joy Jegede (Delta Queens); Lilian Tule (Bayelsa Queens); Uju Okafor (Delta Queens)


MIDFIELDERS: Osas Igbinovia (Bayelsa Queens); Ihuoma Onyebuchi (Sunshine Queens); Oluwakemi Toriola (Police Machine); Ogechi Ukwuoma (Delta Queens); Folashade Ijamilusi (WAFA League); Peace Efih (Inneh Queens)


FORWARDS: Mary Anjor (Osun Babes); Mercy Amanze (Rivers Angels); Juliet Sunday (Sunshine Queens); Aminat Yakubu (Bayelsa Queens); Chinaza Uchendu (Rivers Angels); Rasheedat Ajibade (FC Robo Queens); Anam Imo (Nasarawa Amazons); Mariam Aluko (Confluence Queens); Rofiat Suleiman (Rivers Angels); Gift Monday (FC Robo Queens); Alice Ogebe (Rivers Angels); Precious Edewor (Ibom Angels); Chioma Wogu (Rivers Angels)


Source: https://www.thecable.ng/ajibade-igbinovia-among-35-super-falcons-stars-invited-wafu-cup/amp

Queens, Angels, babes

TheSuperNerd:
Ajibade, Igbinovia among 35 Super Falcons stars invited for WAFU Cup





Rasheedat Ajibade and veteran midfielder Osas Igbinovia are among the 35 players invited to the camp of the Super Falcons for the upcoming WAFU Women Cup of Nations.

The list also has veterans like Joy Jegede and Mariam Ibrahim as well as junior internationals; Gift Monday, Anam Imo, and Mary Ologbosere.


All the invited players have been advised to report at the Serob Legacy Hotel, Wuye, Abuja on Thursday, February 1.

Eight-time African champions Nigeria will tackle Benin Republic, Senegal and Togo in Group B while host Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Burkina Faso and Niger Republic are in Group A.

The WAFU tournament is scheduled to take place between February 10 and 24.

All the invited players include:


GOALKEEPERS: Onyinyechukwu Okeke (Inneh Queens); Rita Akarekoh (Delta Queens); Chioma Nwankwo (Nasarawa Amazons); Chiamaka Nnadozie (Rivers Angels); Oluwaseun Bello (Police Machine)

DEFENDERS: Ayomide Ojo (Police Machine); Kemi Famuditi (Confluence Queens); Glory Ogbonna (Ibom Angels); Opeyemi Aiyeniberu (Sunshine Queens); Mary Ologbosere (Rivers Angels); Sarah Ilodubah (Osun Babes); Joy Jegede (Delta Queens); Lilian Tule (Bayelsa Queens); Uju Okafor (Delta Queens)


MIDFIELDERS: Osas Igbinovia (Bayelsa Queens); Ihuoma Onyebuchi (Sunshine Queens); Oluwakemi Toriola (Police Machine); Ogechi Ukwuoma (Delta Queens); Folashade Ijamilusi (WAFA League); Peace Efih (Inneh Queens)


FORWARDS: Mary Anjor (Osun Babes); Mercy Amanze (Rivers Angels); Juliet Sunday (Sunshine Queens); Aminat Yakubu (Bayelsa Queens); Chinaza Uchendu (Rivers Angels); Rasheedat Ajibade (FC Robo Queens); Anam Imo (Nasarawa Amazons); Mariam Aluko (Confluence Queens); Rofiat Suleiman (Rivers Angels); Gift Monday (FC Robo Queens); Alice Ogebe (Rivers Angels); Precious Edewor (Ibom Angels); Chioma Wogu (Rivers Angels)


Source: https://www.thecable.ng/ajibade-igbinovia-among-35-super-falcons-stars-invited-wafu-cup/amp

Joebie:
Queens, Angels, babes

I love the babes and angels

I prefer Amazons. But they should get more creative with the names.

PDPGuy:

I love the babes and angels

Joebie:
I prefer Amazons. But they should get more creative with the names.

True
The whole “babes” and “queens” concept is overused

Nice step by the NFF... Using mainly of the Present Superfalconet stars for the Wafu cup is a good idea.. But some of the Superfalcon well known home based stars would have been included...
Tochukwu Oluehi,,, Gladys Akpa,, Blessing Edoho,, Evelyn Nwabuoku,, Onyinyechi Ohadugha,, Cecilia Nku,, Glory Iroka,, Amarachi Okoronkwo,, Ijeoma Obi..

Mercy Idoko upbeat about Nigeria's qualification chances vs. Cameroon
By Samuel Ahmadu, Correspondent



The forward believes her side has what it takes to subdue the Junior Lionesses and qualify for the U17 Women's World Cup
Nigeria U17 women forward Mercy Idoko believes her side can dismiss Cameroon in the first round, first leg of the U17 Women's World Cup qualifier on Saturday.

The Flamingoes squeezed past Ethiopia in the first round and will be hoping to earn a first leg advantage as they chase their sixth appearance in Uruguay later this year.
And the Confluence Queens star says they are fully prepared for the tough encounter at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium against the central African, who piped Algeria 11-0 on aggregate.

“The team we have now is fully ready for the game and I don't think anything can stop from winning on Saturday," Idoko told
Goal.
"Cameroon are not a threat to us because the coaches have prepared us enough for the match. The confidence within us is very high and we are determined to carry the day.
"We know for sure that it will be a tough match but we will make Cameroon understand that we are not Algeria and that they should also expect a different Flamingoes team.

"We are all motivated to make the country proud and we believe we have what it takes to beat them and qualify for this year's World Cup.

"We hope to take determination and teamwork into the game. Our coaches are super wonderful with the training they've given us and we assure Nigerians that we are going to win."

A big win in Benin City will see Nigeria edge closer to secure one of Africa's tickets to the World Cup before the second leg in Yaoundé in a fortnight.

Source: http://www.goal.com/en-ng/news/mercy-idoko-upbeat-about-nigerias-qualification-chances-vs/169srefuf09lg1lelwktzyow4p

Cameroon U17 women arrive in Benin City for Nigeria
By Samuel Ahmadu, Correspondent



The Baby Lionesses landed safely in Nigeria on Thursday for their U17 World Cup qualifier against the Flamingoes

Cameroon U17 women team landed in Benin City on Thursday evening ahead of their Fifa U17 Women's World Cup qualifier clash with Nigeria on Saturday.

The Baby Lionesses, who crushed Algeria 10-0 on aggregate to reach the final stage, arrived in Lagos on Wednesday before connecting to the Edo state capital a day after.
Upon their arrival, the central Africans were lodged at the Best Western Hotel in Benin City and they will have a feel of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium pitch on Friday evening.

The Cameroonians are hoping for the second appearance at the showpiece after making their debut in 2016 as they will anticipate a first-leg lead against Nigeria.

Team's head coach Birwe Minkreo will rely on the red-hot form of duo Alice Kameni and Marie Ngah to upset the Flamingoes in front of their home fans.
The 16-national women’s youth international competition is scheduled to hold from November 13 to December 1, 2018.

Source: http://www.goal.com/en-ng/news/cameroon-u17-women-arrive-in-benin-city-for-nigeria/1q7lw9x5a23v21hthzc5jz1jm8

Football
Mabo frowns as NFF moves to ‘phase out’ old Super Falcons players
By Gowon Akpodonor
02 February 2018 | 4:21 am
Nigeria’ s Super Falcons PHOTO : CAF
Former Super Falcons coach, Ismaila Mabo has warned the Nigeria Football Federation ( NFF) of the consequences of phasing out the entire old players in the senior national team because of their alleged role in the protest over unpaid wages after the last Women Nations Cup in Cameroun in December 2016.
On Tuesday , the NFF unveiled new Super Falcons’ Head Coach , Thomas Dennerby , his Swedish assistant , Jorgen Petersson , with all four coaches , who led the team to capture the title in Cameroun dropped . In their place, the football house announced four new assistants , Oni Olanrewaju Wemimo , Maureen Mmadu , Taiwo Omobolanle Tundun and Precious Dede .
And on Wednesday , the NFF rolled out a new set of players for the senior national team without a single mention of those who were part of the victory in Cameroun . The ‘ new ’ Super Falcons will fly the nation ’ s flag at the maiden WAFU Women Cup of Nations holding in Cote d ’ Ivoire, from February 10 – 24 .
Speaking with The Guardian , Mabo warned the NFF that phasing out the entire old generation of the senior players at once could be counter productive for the country .
“ What criteria did the NFF use in inviting these new set of players ? Mabo asked . “ A new set of coaches has just been named and one should expect them to have a mixture of the old players and some new faces for the WAFU Cup competition. If the NFF wants to punish the players and their coaches for their role in the protest after winning the Nations Cup for Nigeria, then they are making a big mistake . The NFF is directly or indirectly digging a pit for the new coach and his assistants to fall in . Such action by the NFF will never end well . I was expecting a situation where over 80 percent of the players that featured at the Nations Cup in Cameroun will be part of this new team . Anything less than that is a wrong step on the part of the NFF, ” Mabo stated .
Contacted on the issue , the first vice president of the NFF, Seyi Akinwunmi said : “ I am not a member of the Technical Committee, but as a matter of fact , I don’ t want to agree that the NFF is punishing anybody for her role in that protest in Abuja in 2016 . ”

Good thread.

Why did the OP delete his or her account na?

I think Mabo has nothing to worry about really.... The likes of Oshoala and Onome Ebi were present at the unveiling of the new SF coach signifying they and other senior members of the squad are still very much in the picture and again you don't expect them and other pros outside the country to be part of this wafu team.

This wafu is an opportunity to unleash some of our best on the local scene mixed with some of the U-20 girls- to further aid their prep for the U-20 WC in France.

The list is okay. A fine mix of U-20s and Home based SF stars.

Schemerkhiz:
Football
Mabo frowns as NFF moves to ‘phase out’ old Super Falcons players
By Gowon Akpodonor
02 February 2018 | 4:21 am
Nigeria’ s Super Falcons PHOTO : CAF
Former Super Falcons coach, Ismaila Mabo has warned the Nigeria Football Federation ( NFF) of the consequences of phasing out the entire old players in the senior national team because of their alleged role in the protest over unpaid wages after the last Women Nations Cup in Cameroun in December 2016.
On Tuesday , the NFF unveiled new Super Falcons’ Head Coach , Thomas Dennerby , his Swedish assistant , Jorgen Petersson , with all four coaches , who led the team to capture the title in Cameroun dropped . In their place, the football house announced four new assistants , Oni Olanrewaju Wemimo , Maureen Mmadu , Taiwo Omobolanle Tundun and Precious Dede .
And on Wednesday , the NFF rolled out a new set of players for the senior national team without a single mention of those who were part of the victory in Cameroun . The ‘ new ’ Super Falcons will fly the nation ’ s flag at the maiden WAFU Women Cup of Nations holding in Cote d ’ Ivoire, from February 10 – 24 .
Speaking with The Guardian , Mabo warned the NFF that phasing out the entire old generation of the senior players at once could be counter productive for the country .
“ What criteria did the NFF use in inviting these new set of players ? Mabo asked . “ A new set of coaches has just been named and one should expect them to have a mixture of the old players and some new faces for the WAFU Cup competition. If the NFF wants to punish the players and their coaches for their role in the protest after winning the Nations Cup for Nigeria, then they are making a big mistake . The NFF is directly or indirectly digging a pit for the new coach and his assistants to fall in . Such action by the NFF will never end well . I was expecting a situation where over 80 percent of the players that featured at the Nations Cup in Cameroun will be part of this new team . Anything less than that is a wrong step on the part of the NFF, ” Mabo stated .
Contacted on the issue , the first vice president of the NFF, Seyi Akinwunmi said : “ I am not a member of the Technical Committee, but as a matter of fact , I don’ t want to agree that the NFF is punishing anybody for her role in that protest in Abuja in 2016 . ”

Talking about unleashing stars of our League...! Why was the likes of Tochukwu Oluehi,, Blessing Edoho,, Evelyn Nwabuoku,, Onyinyechi Ohadugha,, Cecilia Nku,, Glory Iroka,, patience Kalu,, Ijeoma Obi and Tessy Biahwo Not included in the present list.. Are they not playing in our league here.?

Mr Mabo might be speaking his mind but I don't think that is true, because excluding our star players like
Alaba Jonathan
Osinachi Ohale
Faith Ikidi
Onome Ebi
Ngozi Ebere
Ugo Njoku
Rita Chikwelu
Halimatu Ayinde
Ngozi Okobi
Desire Oparanozie
Fransisca Ordega
Asisat Oshoala,
Ebere Orji
Sarah Michael.. Etc would be a big blow to the team.. Let wait and see the list of players they would be invited for the Friendly game against France. Before we would conclude.

If NFF truly does punish the players who were protesting, then they will break down and ruin the whole team. Players who didnt protest will be seen as snitches, while the new players brought in wont trust each other. NFF will not be able to handle the backlash.

NFF should be joking about their plan of letting the top notch players who won the 2016 Edition of the AWCON....
Ngozi Okobi for example is one of the best Superfalcons have in the Midfield... The current Eskilstuana United of Sweden Attacking midfielder is in the class of her own! Though she is light weight but she has a nice way of getting past her markers.. One of the most skillful player Superfalcon has. Her work in the Midfield is tremendous, I hope coach Thomas Dennerby play her in her most suitable position..

I think the Following midfielders are good to go with the Superfalcon...
1. Rita Chikwelu 29yrs Kristianstand Dff Sweden
2. Ngozi Okobi 24yrs Eskilstuana United Sweden
3. Halimatu Ayinde 22yrs---- don't no present club yet
4. Osarenoma igbinovia 21yrs Bayelsa Queens Nigeria
5. Evelyn Nwabuoku 32yrs Rivers Angels Nigeria
6. Onyinyechi Ohadugha 26yrs Rivers Angels Nigeria
7. Cecilia Nku 24yrs Rivers Angels Nigeria
8. Glory Iroka 28yrs Rivers Angels Nigeria
9. Amarachi Okoronkwo 24yrs Nasarawa Amazons Nigeria.
10. Tessy Biahwo 19yrs Bayelsa Queens Nigeria.

Schemerkhiz:
Mr Mabo might be speaking his mind but I don't think that is true, because excluding our star players like
Alaba Jonathan
Osinachi Ohale
Faith Ikidi
Onome Ebi
Ngozi Ebere
Ugo Njoku
Rita Chikwelu
Halimatu Ayinde
Ngozi Okobi
Desire Oparanozie
Fransisca Ordega
Asisat Oshoala,
Ebere Orji
Sarah Michael.. Etc would be a big blow to the team.. Let wait and see the list of players they would be invited for the Friendly game against France. Before we would conclude.

@the bolded, wow... is she still playing?
That lady was so promising. I remember her playing on the flanks in jersey no 8 @ U-20 FIFA WOMEN's WORLD CUP along side Sunday Esther, Desire Oparanozie etc. They lost the in the final to the German ladies.

I think you are talking about Ebere Orji...25yrs old
She is very much active, she currently plays for Swedish club side Umea Ik, she has pace, strong on both feet and deadly in front of goal. She last played for the Superfalcon during the qualifiers for the 2016 Edition of the AWCON in Cameroon against Senegal.

I think you are talking about Ebere Orji...25yrs old
She is very much active, she currently plays for Swedish club side Umea Ik, she has pace, strong on both feet and deadly in front of goal . She last played for the Superfalcon during the qualifiers for the 2016 Edition of the AWCON in Cameroon against Senegal.

Wishing the flamingos, the very best as they face Cameroon in Benin city today for WWC URUGUAY 2018.

Schemerkhiz:
I think you are talking about Ebere Orji...25yrs old
She is very much active, she currently plays for Swedish club side Umea Ik, she has pace, strong on both feet and deadly in front of goal . She last played for the Superfalcon during the qualifiers for the 2016 Edition of the AWCON in Cameroon against Senegal.

Thanks... You're doing a great job here.

Do you guys think the flamingoes can do the magic today considering their previous outing against Ethiopia?

Daejoyoung:
Do you guys think the flamingoes can do the magic today considering their previous outing against Ethiopia?

They will step up their game, and Cameroon will probably only huff and puff.

Goal! Vincent Precious fires Nigeria in front against Cameroon as she taps in Osaretin Oghenebrume's pass 1-0 in the second minutes #NGACMR

Goal! Ngah Marie levels matters for the visitors with a brilliant header in the 10th minute. Now Nigeria 1-1 Cameroon #NGACMR

25' in Benin City: Nigeria 1-1 Cameroon #NGACMR

OFFICIAL: Nigeria XI vs Cameroon Obia Christiana 1 Oshobukola Stella 13 Christopher Onyinyechi 11 Bolaji Olamide 18 Momoh Esther 5 Fehintola Victoria 4 Shobowale Opeyemi 12 Vincent Precious 10 Ogochukwu Joy 8 Ubong Edet Glory 3 Osaretin Oghenebrume 2 Head Coach: Bala Nikyu

OFFICIAL: Nigeria vs Cameroon XI Ngo Esse Marina 1 Vanessa Kalieu 3 Fanta Florence 2 Moumazim Michelle 13 Monkam Henriette 5 Dabda Claudia 4 Mefire Viviane 6 Fadimatou Kome 10 Ngah Manga Marie 11 Zouwairatou Moussa 17 Kameni Alice 7 Head coach: Stéphane Ndzana

Goal! Kameni Alice scores to hand Cameroon the lead in the 43rd minute. Now Nigeria 1-2 Cameroon

HT' in Benin City: Nigeria 1-2 Cameroon: Noah Manga Marie and Kameni Alice cancelled out Vincent Precious'...

Oh man! This is not good.....

The Cameroonians really here on business...they banged in about 12 or 13 goals in the last round against a north African side (Algeria). But come on...this is bad... And the Cameroonian danger girls are also on the scoresheet... Kameni and Marie...