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Any pitch would be tough to play on after heavy rainfall.
Now that the rains have subsided, ball movement will likely be better

isan:
That pitch is too horrible

FYI...that was in 2014. She was converted to a striker in 2016.
If you knew anything about football, once you've played a position at one of the highest levels with great success, it sticks with you.
Its called versatility. That's why some of the greatest players are able to play multiple positions seamlessly. Talk about being clueless!

isan:
The last time oshoala played as a defensive midfielders was 2012 that's like 11 years ago seems to me you're more clueless than the coaches

Which begs the question...
Who's dumb decision was it to invite Onyenezide, who is an attacking midfielder, when the team doesn't have a single DM?
The team currently has Payne, Ajibade & Efih who are all AMs. Of what use is another AM when you don't have any DMs on the roster?
Wouldn't it have made more sense to invite the U20 girl (Chinye Kalu) as backup?
Just plain dumb!

At this rate, either Nicole Payne or Michelle Alozie or even Oshoala might have to play as DM. If those coaches had any modicum of intelligence, they would have Oshoala play as DM, since she was once a DM and fully understands the role.

Deltamani:
Nothing to write home about at the Center Back Position, Only Demehin at least there are Full Backs ( Alozie, Nicole, Imuran and Jumoke)

DM zerooooo, All the midfielders available are attacking minded.

Upfront is pretty very Solid

They will be playing the match at the Abebe Bikila stadium in Addis, which has a decent enough field.
It was recently upgraded this year by a Chinese firm and passed recent CAF inspections.
We should be okay.

solonnachi:
Ethiopian FA playing mind games. Make God help Super Falcons tomorrow because with that bad pitch I saw, I pray our girls don't get wounded and the weather is favourable. Most of our girls are Rockies like Esther Onyenezide, Ajakayez Comfort Folorunsho and co. May God help us to win ooo

They had better be!
Otherwise, they all will be nothing short of useless, considering all the talent and personnel they have at their disposal.

Deltamani:
Ann Chiejine is capable but I can’t say the same for Justin Madugu who have worked with different Head Coaches of the SuperFalcons and SuperFalconet… He has been around the various Women’s team for years I believe he’s Capable enough too..

Pitt is neck deep in trying to land an NCAA playoff spot - ditto that with Echegini’s Florida State.

Pitt lost to Syracuse this past Sunday so hey MUST win their next match to make the playoffs and get a chance at the sweet sixteen.

The SF Nigerian crew, after tagging along all this while with Randy, should be able to beat Ethiopia. If not, they all need to be fired for incompetence.

lovewins:
Randy Waldrum will not be in charge of Super Falcons when Nigeria file out to face Ethiopia on Wednesday.

The University of Pittsburgh Panthers women’s head coach had already told the NFF that he will only be available for the second leg fixture scheduled to hold in Nigeria due to personal commitments in the United States.

His Nigerian assistants: Justin Madugu, Ann Chiejine and Auwal Makwalla who have worked closely with Waldrum in the last two years will manage the team on his absence.

Source: @PromptNewso

Ethiopia vs. Chad (Olympic Qual), courtesy Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrul8u6wUQY

Highlights, courtesy of ESPN

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttdiLGutWbw

Deltamani:
Onyi Echegini scores 2 as FSU beat Duke 4nil…

Joe is just too good in the Air, What a powerful header to score the first goal while the second goal was a powerful shot just outside the Box..

Pitt vs. Florida State (full game, courtesy ESPN)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blVSdWIX3_g

Imuran just scored the equalizer against Lyon.
1-1

The stupidity of NFF Sec. Gen. (Mohammed Sanusi) and his team come to fore.
A bunch of morons who lack critical thinking and have no love for the country.
They believe by shortening the days the girls are in camp, the less money they are obligated to pay them and the more money they will have for themselves to embezzle.
Those guys are THE problem with Nigerian football!!!

lovewins:
I know. I was particular about scheduling. Most of the other qualifying game holds 26th and 27th. We should have probably pushed for that.

Highlights of the game (from YouTube)
Edna came into the game in the 2H

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFA44fP5DUk

Full game (From DAZN Women's Football)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylRBTLaRNTI

Deltamani:
Edna has a great height and Physiques too couple with her pace.. I hope to see her in the SuperFalcons soon as she’s very much Capable of playing any position upfront but for her pace the flank suits her better..

People said they didn't like each other, but...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVR-u53bMXc

Balogun (33+). has been tried and gave a decent performance (clean sheet vs. Costa Rica in a pre-WWC friendly), but is currently playing as a backup at St. Etienne (Arkema D1).
The other one (Oluehi, 36+) seems past her prime and ready for retirement (Saudi League).
There is no one else that's up and coming and credible.

GeneralDae:
Why is Yewande not tried?

Future for the SF is really exciting.

Had to opportunity to watch the Florida St. vs Pitt game live on TV.
Echegini and Abiodun went at it in the midfield, and both had very good games (Echegini scored the 3rd goal for Florida St.).
The commentators were just singing the praises of Abiodun, commending her for her intelligent play on and off the ball.

Nigeria is very lucky to have had a coach who discovered these two young ladies and gave them a chance at becoming great players, both of whom are really good box to box midfielders. Very proud of both ladies performances!

Nigeria has the personnel and capability to become a top 20 team in the world, without a doubt. Offence, midfield and defense. My only concern is in the goal keeping department, where we don't have any credible #2 and #3 goalkeepers. Otherwise, we can compete with the best in the world.

Deltamani:
Edna has a great height and Physiques too couple with her pace.. I hope to see her in the SuperFalcons soon as she’s very much Capable of playing any position upfront but for her pace the flank suits her better..

Barca vs Granada (6-1)

Oshoala with a brace and Edna Imade with a very good game, troubling the Barca defense with her pace.

Great to see the two Nigerians, Oshoala and Edna Imade talking at the end of the game.

Game is supposed to be live on ACCNX
https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/e721fe04-83cf-41de-a9f1-474fd7848ff5

Deltamani:
I don’t Think it’s possible to get any Link right now as it's ACC which makes it extra impossible to get but you can follow up with Updates from FSU page

My bad.
Thanks for the correction

@Deltamani - Ndo.

lovewins:
I think it's JOE

It appears to be acronym for Jennifer Onyi Echiegini. At least that's the conclusion I reached.

Lol

Jo (not Joe, which is a boy’s name).
Besides, her name is Jennifer (or Jen).

Deltamani:
Who else?
Joe picks up ACC Offensive Player of the Week🍢

Saying with a high degree of confidence, this Florida State team will beat any Nigerian Women's League team.
They are really a joy to watch - ball movement, finishing and intelligent play.

AkinDS:
Notre Dame vs #1 Ranked Florida State (Echegini)
She with a brace


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPQIHZz7sJw

Notre Dame vs #1 Ranked Florida State (Echegini)
Echegini with a brace


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPQIHZz7sJw

Looks like there were bangs that sounded like gun shots.
Still awaiting details

lovewins:
Just seeing notification that this game was suspended. Do you know why?

PSG vs Stade Reim...

Demehin just hit the cross bar with a brilliant header


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDSgGmOUQd8

Scouted from Nigeria to attend Brown Uni? Highly unlikely.
Brown is an Ivy League school and very rarely award sports scholarships - in fact, I have never heard of a sports scholarship from Brown, let alone for women's soccer.
So, its likely she grew up here and went to school (likely naturalized) so she will be eligible for an invite into the US national team.

lovewins:
Don't know her story but it appears she was scouted from Nigeria and it's unlikely she's a citizen.

Until the US calls her to their U19 camp, then it will be all over.

Deltamani:
She’s very much U20 but not certain if she’s still eligible for U17 as her age isn’t listed anywhere yet.. She recently left CanterBury School to College so she should be eligible for any of the age grade team..

Didn't see much of Edna Imade's impact in the game today.
Hopefully, will get to see more of her and assess if she is ready for the SF.
For now, make she dey develop for her club.

Deltamani:
Atletico Baleares FC vs Granada Femenino COPA DE LA REINA

https://www.youtube.com/live/pcuZ5YPWX1o?si=KTBPoA7woLAY0T-O

Awful mistakes by Nnadozie today.
Sluggish reaction time on at least 2 of the goals.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INxwI_3Sp20?si=5bV4zpgKyXJC33rE

Pitt vs. Notre Dame - Debbie Abiodun

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAryRcJdhD8

Pitt vs Boston College - Debbie Abiodun

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvQK-KGv66s

Those highlighted have absolutely zero business being on the team, as Oyono and Comfort are fundamentally very POOR players and definitely not up to scratch at this level.
Otherwise, a decent squad.

Deltamani:
NFF COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT


ALL THE INVITED PLAYERS:
Goalkeepers:
Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC);
Tochukwu Oluehi (Shualat Alsharqia FC, Saudi Arabia);
Monle Oyono (Bayelsa Queens)

Defenders:
Osinachi Ohale (Pachuca FC, Mexico);
Comfort Folorunsho (Edo Queens);
Oluwatosin Demehin (Stade de Reims, France);
Michelle Alozie (Houston Dash, USA);
Nicole Payne (Paris Saint Germain, France);
Jumoke Alani (Edo Queens);
Rofiat Imuran (Stade de Reims, France)

Midfielders:
Halimatu Ayinde (Rosengard FC, Sweden);
Peace Efih (Sporting Club de Braga, Portugal);
Christy Ucheibe (SL Benfica, Portugal);
Rasheedat Ajibade (Atletico Madrid FC, Spain);
Toni Payne (Sevilla FC, Spain);
Regina Otu (AS Saint Etienne, France)

Forwards:
Rinsola Babajide (Coasta Adeje Tenerife, Spain);
Ifeoma Onumonu (NY/NJ Gotham FC, USA);
Asisat Oshoala (FC Barcelona Feminine, Spain);
Uchenna Kanu (Racing Louisville, USA);
Gift Monday ((Coasta Adeje Tenerife, Spain);
Opeyemi Ajakaye (FC Robo Queens)

My baby finally becomes a Super Falcon. Congratulations and welcome aboard, Rinsola!
Next up: Edna Imade - Granada FC


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIppRDo4Jt4

Ajibade was robbed of a clear goal.
HIghlights...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqbZcjHXdd8