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GeneralDae:
In your opinion, name 4 players you think should have been called but weren't called. Also name 2 or 3 players you think should no longer make the starting line up or that you think shouldn't have been called.
I ask because I think it's still a good list in general not just against a Capeverde but even against Cameroon. I score it 7/10.

I think it's more about what kind of team we are building and not just who and who shouldn't be in the team. The team being built and the way the coach is building the team should largely determine who should make the team. Sadly we still do not have a substantiative coach so answering your question may be difficult. I can only try to give my opinion on where I think we are lacking and where I think we should improve based on our world cup and last match performance.

Defence

Much of what the defence needs is synergy, and you get that by the ladies having more playing time together and them having defined roles. We still haven't sorted out our full back positions as what currently obtains are makeshifts. Alozie can be efficient as LB but that isn't her role and Ashleigh played RB at the world cup was a makeshift. Against Ethiopia we were still experimenting Alozie at LB (she was atrocious there) in other to accommodate Nicole. Imuran was brought in at some point as LB but even she no longer functions in that role at her clubside. We need to get those roles sorted once and for all and allow them playing time to build synergy and understanding. Ideally we need 4 CBs; with Ashleigh, Demehin and Ohale already on the team, we need one more person to fit that role. I haven't been impressed with Akudo, maybe Comfort Folorunsho will impress, time will tell.

Midfield
First, Ajibade isn't a midfielder and should be completely taken off that role. I'm most satisfied with our midfield cause of the growth of Abiodun and Echiegini. I'll rather they start so they grow into the roles.

Forwards
Oshoala is a veteran and her experience in the team is invaluable, I however think she isn't as virulent as she used to be. Uchenna Kanu is at best a fringe player not a starter. She played 16 games for her new team in the NWSL and only started 4. Mind you she was bought to serve as their started and she did start the first few games, but got dropped to the bench after a while. She also had no goal and assist all season. I think she's a liability defensively and she sadly doesn't make up for it upfront. Really do hope she improves her game but that's where she is right now. Esther Okoronkwo in my opinion hasn't done enough to make the team. With the inclusion of Rinsola and really do not see the need for her in the team any longer. I'll rather go with a flourish or Ajakaye than Esther at this point. I wouldn't also mind trying Alozie as a forward and see if it works, but if there is any role where need to to recruit players for, it's in our attack. We just do not have the needed firepower right now.

lovewins:
I think it's more about what kind of team we are building and not just who and who shouldn't be in the team. The team being built and the way the coach is building the team should largely determine who should make the team. Sadly we still do not have a substantiative coach so answering your question may be difficult. I can only try to give my opinion on where I think we are lacking and where I think we should improve based on our world cup and last match performance.

Defence

Much of what the defence needs is synergy, and you get that by the ladies having more playing time together and them having defined roles. We still haven't sorted out our full back positions as what currently obtains are makeshifts. Alozie can be efficient as LB but that isn't her role and Ashleigh played RB at the world cup was a makeshift. Against Ethiopia we were still experimenting Alozie at LB (she was atrocious there) in other to accommodate Nicole. Imuran was brought in at some point as LB but even she no longer functions in that role at her clubside. We need to get those roles sorted once and for all and allow them playing time to build synergy and understanding. Ideally we need 4 CBs; with Ashleigh, Demehin and Ohale already on the team, we need one more person to fit that role. I haven't been impressed with Akudo, maybe Comfort Folorunsho will impress, time will tell.

Midfield
First, Ajibade isn't a midfielder and should be completely taken off that role. I'm most satisfied with our midfield cause of the growth of Abiodun and Echiegini. I'll rather they start so they grow into the roles.

Forwards
Oshoala is a veteran and her experience in the team is invaluable, I however think she isn't as virulent as she used to be. Uchenna Kanu is at best a fringe player not a starter. She played 16 games for her new team in the NWSL and only started 4. Mind you she was bought to serve as their started and she did start the first few games, but got dropped to the bench after a while. She also had no goal and assist all season. I think she's a liability defensively and she sadly doesn't make up for it upfront. Really do hope she improves her game but that's where she is right now. Esther Okoronkwo in my opinion hasn't done enough to make the team. With the inclusion of Rinsola and really do not see the need for her in the team any longer. I'll rather go with a flourish or Ajakaye than Esther at this point. I wouldn't also mind trying Alozie as a forward and see if it works, but if there is any role where need to to recruit players for, it's in our attack. We just do not have the needed firepower right now.

You have a point. Attacking position is still our biggest headache. We need two skillful forwards and it's unfortunate Onumonu is no longer her former self.

Even Rinsola do not seem to have that form she had in the English premier league. Ajibade should indeed be moved upfront and of course you never know whether or not Oshoala would have a off day or play well.

So I agree, our immediate need is a firepower attack. Vickylopez still too young and NFF is yet to go for her.

GeneralDae:
You have a point. Attacking position is still our biggest headache. We need two skillful forwards and it's unfortunate Onumonu is no longer her former self.

Even Rinsola do not seem to have that form she had in the English premier league. Ajibade should indeed be moved upfront and of course you never know whether or not Oshoala would have a off day or play well.

So I agree, our immediate need is a firepower attack. Vickylopez still too young and NFF is yet to go for her.

Yes, Onumonu sadly isn't a solution to the problem. Rinsola is just another player in the mold of Monday and Kanu with a few variations. Vicky Lopez isn't playing for Nigeria and it's time we move past her. She also isn't exactly a striker so doesn't address the problem.

lovewins:
Yes, Onumonu sadly isn't a solution to the problem. Rinsola is just another player in the mold of Monday and Kanu with a few variations. Vicky Lopez isn't playing for Nigeria and it's time we move past her. She also isn't exactly a striker so doesn't address the problem.

Yeah I mean we need attacking players in general not just strikers specifically.

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lovewins:
Yes, Onumonu sadly isn't a solution to the problem. Rinsola is just another player in the mold of Monday and Kanu with a few variations. Vicky Lopez isn't playing for Nigeria and it's time we move past her. She also isn't exactly a striker so doesn't address the problem.

We really need a typical no.9 that would Finnish those few chances that comes… At least a well built striker of Oparanozie quality at least should be quicker than her ( Finishing, Power, Play with her back toward goal, Free Kicks, penalty, ability to drift wide and good hold play)

Infact we need a Benzema or Halland kind of no.9

lovewins:
Yes, Onumonu sadly isn't a solution to the problem. Rinsola is just another player in the mold of Monday and Kanu with a few variations. Vicky Lopez isn't playing for Nigeria and it's time we move past her. She also isn't exactly a striker so doesn't address the problem.

Rinsola Babajide was pretty okay when she came to Real Betis, but right now she’s kind of off a bit… She can own the Left Wing though..

Rasheedat Ajibade isn’t a Midfielder ( That’s just her makeshift position if we’re Lacking options in that position) She should be brought back to the Flank where she normally rotates from Right to Left.. she’s the only 1 am very sure of her spot upfront… She Plays Left Wing at Atletico Madrid

Coach Justin Maduga might not even play the rightful players the way am seeing him…!

Babajide natural position is the Left Wing.. If she’s in her element she’s dangerous, I remember when she was at Real Betis against Sevilla she was so ruthless upfront causing havoc with her pace, Skills and pullout into the Box..

I really enjoyed this Particular game

https://www.youtube.com/live/UUHp8dU32Xs?si=IOzuugRApgoPyaS6

I would love to see the Combination of Rinsola Babajide, Asisat Oshoala and Rasheedat Ajibade upfront…

Uchenna Kanu is another complete forward in the team, she’s good but since her move to the NWSL she hasn’t found her usual form.. She did blossomed in the College (NAIA Div, Sweden and Mexico).. Hope she gets back herself as she has that similar traits of Thembi Kgatlana

Deltamani:
We really need a typical no.9 that would Finnish those few chances that comes… At least a well built striker of Oparanozie quality at least should be quicker than her ( Finishing, Power, Play with her back toward goal, Free Kicks, penalty, ability to drift wide and good hold play)

Infact we need a Benzema or Halland kind of no.9

What about MacLean? Roosa is another forgotten player. Inasmuch as Oshoala is our queen, we need to let her know she is not indispensable. It is quite sad we have a player like Oshoala and we are still worried about goalscoring.



Maureen Umeh is another player I really wish we could try out. We are kinda thin at the backline. For now, Ohale, Ashleigh and Demehin are the only ones we can point out.

Hopefully, this Glory Edet shines if given minutes to give us another FB option.


That Sulola should have been called up especially since either Onyi or Debbie may not be available.

mostob:
What about MacLean? Roosa is another forgotten player. Inasmuch as Oshoala is our queen, we need to let her know she is not indispensable. It is quite sad we have a player like Oshoala and we are still worried about goalscoring.



Maureen Umeh is another player I really wish we could try out. We are kinda thin at the backline. For now, Ohale, Ashleigh and Demehin are the only ones we can point out.

Hopefully, this Glory Edet shines if given minutes to give us another FB option.


That Sulola should have been called up especially since either Onyi or Debbie may not be available.

I have high hopes in Macleans Chinonyerem but injury cut her season shot in Russia 🇷🇺, she was the League top scorer from beginning to some extent before she got injured.. She’s getting back to fitness though but the Russian League is almost over..

She’s a typical No.9 , a born Finisher who’s well built for that position. She’s just 23yrs and have a lot of years ahead of her too.. I will give her more minutes ahead of Onumonu for now if she would fit in Properly as I want a typical No.9 who can bully her way through the defense line just like Oparanozie but the good thing is she’s quick..

Deltamani:
I have high hopes in Macleans Chinonyerem but injury cut her season shot in Russia , she was the League top scorer from beginning to some extent before she got injured.. She’s getting back to fitness though but the Russian League is almost over..

She’s a typical No.9 , a born Finisher who’s well built for that position. She’s just 23yrs and have a lot of years ahead of her too.. I will give her more minutes ahead of Onumonu for now if she would fit in Properly as I want a typical No.9 who can bully her way through the defense line just like Oparanozie but the good thing is she’s quick..

Alright... I was gutted Randy didn't give her more chance at the last AWCON especially as all other strikers were misfiring

mostob:
What about MacLean? Roosa is another forgotten player. Inasmuch as Oshoala is our queen, we need to let her know she is not indispensable. It is quite sad we have a player like Oshoala and we are still worried about goalscoring.



Maureen Umeh is another player I really wish we could try out. We are kinda thin at the backline. For now, Ohale, Ashleigh and Demehin are the only ones we can point out.

Hopefully, this Glory Edet shines if given minutes to give us another FB option.


That Sulola should have been called up especially since either Onyi or Debbie may not be available.

Maureen Umeughochukwu nicknamed Nigeria Wendie Renard because of their Similar Physique and playing patterns..
Maureen Umeh is of same age with Blessing Demehin, She’s doing well at Nantes and they’re currently on top of Div2 League…

She scored one goal in their Cup game this past weekend.. Hopefully she will get there and one day gets call up for now she should play her way to the Top Division..!

mostob:
Alright... I was gutted Randy didn't give her more chance at the last AWCON especially as all other strikers were misfiring

She had her chance against Burundi then though but failed to make good first impression. I remember she missed a one on one. After that we had the knock out stages and the era of trying out new players was over.
Rosa and Mcclean both have potential but still quiet average for now and are not yet the all round world class strikers or attackers we need.

Deltamani:
We really need a typical no.9 that would Finnish those few chances that comes… At least a well built striker of Oparanozie quality at least should be quicker than her ( Finishing, Power, Play with her back toward goal, Free Kicks, penalty, ability to drift wide and good hold play)

Infact we need a Benzema or Halland kind of no.9

That's our most important need. A typical Super Falcons striker is one with pace, agility and can convert chances. We however also have secondary needs. I think we still need forwards and or wing backs who can cross the ball and create chances. Most if not all our forwards (save Oshoala) are terrible ball crossers and chance creators.

lovewins:
That's our most important need. A typical Super Falcons striker is one with pace, agility and can convert chances. We however also have secondary needs. I think we still need forwards and or wing backs who can cross the ball and create chances. Most if not all our forwards (save Oshoala) are terrible ball crossers and chance creators.

That's why Ajibade must move upfront. Aside Oshoala, she can create chances easily. Alozie in attack and Rinsola Babajide are also good crossers of the ball if they play as wing forwards.
I would prefer Monday James as center forward for now and Oshoala as a winger.

Deltamani:
I have high hopes in Macleans Chinonyerem but injury cut her season shot in Russia 🇷🇺, she was the League top scorer from beginning to some extent before she got injured.. She’s getting back to fitness though but the Russian League is almost over..

She’s a typical No.9 , a born Finisher who’s well built for that position. She’s just 23yrs and have a lot of years ahead of her too.. I will give her more minutes ahead of Onumonu for now if she would fit in Properly as I want a typical No.9 who can bully her way through the defense line just like Oparanozie but the good thing is she’s quick..

I have seen enough to know she's not the one we are looking for. I hope she proves me wrong but right now that's where I stand. The Russian league quite frankly isn't competitive enough I'm my opinion to pick players from. This is the same league that Ordega will score goals and offer assist and then give a terrible performance when invited. Not saying we can't get good players there cause a "bad" league doesn't necessarily mean all the players are bad. We probably would have outliers.

I thought Evelyn Ijeh was it, but she's had a bad season at her new club in Mexico. I'm rooting for her to turn the tide but right now she's not it.

GeneralDae:
That's why Ajibade must move upfront. Aside Oshoala, she can create chances easily. Alozie in attack and Rinsola Babajide are also good crossers of the ball if they play as wing forwards.
I would prefer Monday James as center forward for now and Oshoala as a winger.

Ajibade sadly is a terrible crosser of the ball. What Ajibade brings to the team is quite different. She contributes immensely to the team defensively and is very pact and rugged (her goal last weekend is an example of how rugged she is). She also does a lot of cut in but is most time found wanting with her final balls. It's why we need someone else who can make up for her deficiencies.

Paradoxically, Asisat is a good ball crosser and like I've advocated here severally,bill rather she plays on the wings. Our coaches however aren't bold enough to make that decision. Not sure how something so glaring isn't being implemented. You'll notice that at least one of her assist from the last game came after she shifted to the the wings.

Rinsola will have to prove herself, it's why I haven't formed an opinion on her. I however do not think she's that pacy (even though many people here believe that), one of her strong points is she can shoot outside the box.

lovewins:
Ajibade sadly is a terrible crosser of the ball. What Ajibade brings to the team is quite different. She contributes immensely to the team defensively and is very pact and rugged (her goal last weekend is an example of how rugged she is). She also does a lot of cut in but is most time found wanting with her final balls. It's why we need someone else who can make up for her deficiencies.

Paradoxically, Asisat is a good ball crosser and like I've advocated here severally,bill rather she plays on the wings. Our coaches however aren't bold enough to make that decision. Not sure how something so glaring isn't being implemented. You'll notice that at least one of her assist from the last game came after she shifted to the the wings.

Rinsola will have to prove herself, it's why I haven't formed an opinion on her. I however do not think she's that pacy (even though many people here believe that), one of her strong points is she can shoot outside the box.

Concerning Rinsola Pace I would love you to watch this game at list the first 20minutes so you can draw conclusion from it if she does have the pace.. ahbi na me da see another thing..
https://www.youtube.com/live/UUHp8dU32Xs?si=IOzuugRApgoPyaS6

lovewins:
Ajibade sadly is a terrible crosser of the ball. What Ajibade brings to the team is quite different. She contributes immensely to the team defensively and is very pact and rugged (her goal last weekend is an example of how rugged she is). She also does a lot of cut in but is most time found wanting with her final balls. It's why we need someone else who can make up for her deficiencies.

Paradoxically, Asisat is a good ball crosser and like I've advocated here severally,bill rather she plays on the wings. Our coaches however aren't bold enough to make that decision. Not sure how something so glaring isn't being implemented. You'll notice that at least one of her assist from the last game came after she shifted to the the wings.

Rinsola will have to prove herself, it's why I haven't formed an opinion on her. I however do not think she's that pacy (even though many people here believe that), one of her strong points is she can shoot outside the box.

Concerning Ajibade she’s poor with her Crosses yes, which is her weak side … again, she gives a lot defensively and she’s more of a Play making forward who does the job for the other forwards to Score, as she can draw players to herself, run, dribble and cause havoc..! I remember when Rapinoe was doing the same some time ago but the difference was that she is the best in Ball Crossing as far as the Women’s game is concerned..

Asisat Oshoala the greatest Africa Woman players of all time…
Alexia Putellas is now FC Barcelona’s all-time topscorer in the Champions League with Asisat at no.5⚽️

GeneralDae:
You have a point. Attacking position is still our biggest headache. We need two skillful forwards and it's unfortunate Onumonu is no longer her former self.

Even Rinsola do not seem to have that form she had in the English premier league. Ajibade should indeed be moved upfront and of course you never know whether or not Oshoala would have a off day or play well.

So I agree, our immediate need is a firepower attack. Vickylopez still too young and NFF is yet to go for her.

Gift Monday is a good striker.

Deltamani:
Concerning Ajibade she’s poor with her Crosses yes, which is her weak side … again, she gives a lot defensively and she’s more of a Play making forward who does the job for the other forwards to Score, as she can draw players to herself, run, dribble and cause havoc..! I remember when Rapinoe was doing the same some time ago but the difference was that she is the best in Ball Crossing as far as the Women’s game is concerned..

You succinctly summarised Ajibade. It's why we need someone who can make up for her deficiencies. It makes sense if at least on if your wing forward can cross, however in our case none can.

Deltamani:
Concerning Rinsola Pace I would love you to watch this game at list the first 20minutes so you can draw conclusion from it if she does have the pace.. ahbi na me da see another thing..
https://www.youtube.com/live/UUHp8dU32Xs?si=IOzuugRApgoPyaS6

No worry, she go play for us then we can draw conclusions. I've seen quite a number of her games and pacy wouldn't be one of the adjectives I'll use to describe her. It doesn't mean she's slow, she however doesn't meet my pacy threshold.

lavylilly:
Gift Monday is a good striker.

I agree. We need more, at least two more of her type. I'm looking towards Flourish Sebastian and hoping she proves herself in her new club.

lovewins:
You succinctly summarised Ajibade. It's why we need someone who can make up for her deficiencies. It makes sense if at least on if your wing forward can cross, however in our case none can.

One of the reasons I pointed out the trio of Rinsola Babajide who’s a better Crosser from the Left, Oshoala in the middle and Ajibade a Playmaking forward on the Right with them interchanging occasionally during games..

At least we should be glad we have Ajibade who’s already on her way to being a World Class Player.. Have seen World Class Defenders like Lucy Bronze, Mapi Leon, Carpenter etc struggling to contain her.! She helps a lot Defensively too just as Ordega used to do back in her Prime..

GeneralDae:
She had her chance against Burundi then though but failed to make good first impression. I remember she missed a one on one. After that we had the knock out stages and the era of trying out new players was over.
Rosa and Mcclean both have potential but still quiet average for now and are not yet the all round world class strikers or attackers we need.

That doesn't mean she shouldn't be invited again. You know how many one on one Oshoala missed in GWG colour? And Onumonu is too slow. We don't have a striker abeg...

Randy gave Macleans a chance and it was clear she wasn't good enough.
She blew her chance, just as Roosa Ariyo did.
I also see the social experiment the Madugu coach performed has failed already.

The Falcons need to infuse 3 players at the moment:
FW: Edna Imade - 5'11 Granada CF striker
MF: Elisha Sulola - 5'10" CF Valencia Midfielder
CD: Maureen Umeugochukwu - (Deltamani's favorite)
The first two are young and have a very bright future ahead. I have little confidence the age Umeh is purporting to be is correct (Naija age).

And no, I am not a fan of Gift Monday, as she is very inconsistent.

AkinDS:
Randy gave Macleans a chance and it was clear she wasn't good enough.
She blew her chance, just as Roosa Ariyo did.
I also see the social experiment the Madugu coach performed has failed already.

The Falcons need to infuse 3 players at the moment:
FW: Edna Imade - 5'11 Granada CF striker
MF: Elisha Sulola - 5'10" CF Valencia Midfielder
CD: Maureen Umeugochukwu - (Deltamani's favorite)
The first two are young and have a very bright future ahead. I have little confidence the age Umeh is purporting to be is correct (Naija age).

And no, I am not a fan of Gift Monday, as she is very inconsistent.

Whaooo just because it’s Maureen Umeughochukwu now she’s no Longer 21yrs and her age is Naija Age, but the likes of Demehin, Monday Gift, Peace Efih and Ucheibe that are of age bracket are not Naija age but Foreign Age😂🤗😂

Nawa… Anyway what matters here is her doing well and playing at the top for level when given the chance to play for the SuperFalcons, I do tip her as Osinachi Ohale successor💯

But wait ooo in 2010 Osinachi Ohale walk in straight from the U20 to the SuperFalcons Starting 11 where there were Big Defenders like Christy George, Ulunma Jerome, Lilian Cole and Kikelomo Ajayi on the verge of retirement then..

Hint...never said the ladies you mentioned are not Naija age. In fact, in all likelyhood, they all are.
I wasn't going to name names...

Deltamani:
Whaooo just because it’s Maureen Umeughochukwu now she’s no Longer 21yrs and her age is Naija Age, but the likes of Demehin, Monday Gift, Peace Efih and Ucheibe that are of age bracket are not Naija age but Foreign Age😂🤗😂

Nawa… Anyway what matters here is her doing well and playing at the top for level when given the chance to play for the SuperFalcons, I do tip her as Osinachi Ohale successor💯

But wait ooo in 2010 Osinachi Ohale walk in straight from the U20 to the SuperFalcons Starting 11 where there were Big Defenders like Christy George, Ulunma Jerome, Lilian Cole and Kikelomo Ajayi on the verge of retirement then..

What Maureen Umeughochukwu Can Bring to the SuperFalcons Center Back Position…

At 21yrs Maureen is physically strong, right-footed Center Back, has good pace and technique, and an eye for goal as she is capable of scoring powerful headers.


She is known for her aggressive playing style, tackling ability and strong aerial presence. Comfortable with the ball at her feet. she is also known for her leadership qualities and passing ability.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVfXV-T-9dA?si=kfBwuCpZh0XHANef

Deltamani:
What Maureen Umeughochukwu Can Bring to the SuperFalcons Center Back Position…

At 21yrs Maureen is physically strong, right-footed Center Back, has good pace and technique, and an eye for goal as she is capable of scoring powerful headers.


She is known for her aggressive playing style, tackling ability and strong aerial presence. Comfortable with the ball at her feet. she is also known for her leadership qualities and passing ability.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVfXV-T-9dA?si=kfBwuCpZh0XHANef

Highlights can be deceptive at times as they don't tell the whole story but I like what I see from the clip you posted here.


She will make a good partner with Ohale as she and Ashleigh are a bit similar.