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🟢🔵Colombia 2024: Danjuma invites Omilana, Kalu, Adoo, 27 others for Tanzania

Head Coach, Christopher Musa Danjuma has called up goalkeepers Faith Omilana and Linda Jiwuaku, defenders Jumoke Alani and Tumininu Adeshina, midfielders Taiwo Afolabi, Chinyere Kalu and Chidera Okenwa, and forwards Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Yina Adoo and Opeyemi Ajakaye among a roster of 30 Falconets for next month’s 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against the U20 girls of Tanzania.

Following the withdrawal of Mauritius from the second-round attrition with Nigeria, the 2022 World Cup quarter-finalists drew a bye to the third round, where Tanzania await, with the first leg away in Dar es Salaam on a date within 10th – 12th November and the return leg in Abuja on a date within 17th – 19th November.

Danjuma has picked a few of his World Cup quarter-finalists from Costa Rica last year, and an impressive number from the Flamingos squad that won the bronze medals at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in India a year ago.

The invited players have been told to report at the Chida Hotel in Utako, Abuja on Sunday, 22nd October.



World football-governing body, FIFA has increased the number of finalists for next year’s FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup final tournament in Colombia to 24, from the 16 that participated in Costa Rica, and also increased the number of Africa’s flag bearers to four.

This means that after the Tanzania fixture, the Falconets will have one round to go before qualification for the big houseparty in Colombia in September 2024.

ALL THE INVITED PLAYERS:

Goalkeepers:
Linda Jiwuaku (Bayelsa Queens);
Faith Omilana (Naija Ratels);
Anderlin Mgbechi (Delta Queens);
Shukurat Bakare (Nasarawa Amazons)

Defenders:
Jumoke Alani (Edo Queens);
Oluwabunmi Semilore (Naija Ratels);
Oluchi Ohaegbunam (Nasarawa Amazons); Tumininu Adeshina (Naija Ratels);
Shukurat Oladipo (FC Robo Queens);
Comfort Folorunsho (Edo Queens);
Monica Elejo (Nasarawa Amazons);
Alake Kasali (Bayelsa Queens)

Midfielders:
Taiwo Afolabi (Delta Queens);
Chinyere Kalu (Nasarawa Amazons);
Vera Samuel (Delta Queens);
Shukurat Sobowale (Nasarawa Amazons); Esther Inyang (Delta Queens);
Aminat Folorunsho (Rivers Angels);
Gloria Evans (FCT Academy);
Chidera Okenwa (Delta Queens)

Forwards:
Chiamaka Okwuchukwu (Rivers Angels); Chinasa Ogor (Delta Queens);
Opeyemi Ajakaye (FC Robo Queens);
Adaobi Okoh (Remo Queens);
Chioma Olise (Edo Queens);
Chisom China (Bayelsa Queens);
Lydia Joshua (Heartland Queens);
Delight Isaac (Dannz Ladies);
Jenat Akekoromowei (Asisat Oshoala Academy);
Yina Adoo (Nasarawa Amazons)

GeneralDae:
Why is Yewande not tried?

Yewande Balogun is already 34..

I ThinK the Point here is having a Young Goalie that is capable enough to back up Nnadozie, Incase she won't be available for any reason the other one can be reliable, Just like Tochukwu Oluehi who's a reliable Back up but she's past 36years already..

I Might Be Pregnant In Four Years’, I Want To Start Having Babies – Francisca Ordega


Super Falcons forward, Francisca Ordega has disclosed that she might get pregnant “in the next four years” adding that she wants to start having her own family.

Ordega who was part of the Super Falcons that reached Round 16 of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, said she would not want to play football forever.

In an interview with EaglesTracker, the Benue State born, former Bayelsa Queen and Rivers Angels star said she could even get pregnant in three months

“Four years? I think I will be pregnant, I think I will have my babies then. Four years, I might have babies. I love babies. I might really.

“I might have babies. I don’t want to play football forever. I’m a woman. I’m beautiful. I don’t wanna play football forever. I want to start a family. I’m not saying in the next four years but if una no see me make una know say I don…[smiles]. “It can happen in the next one or three months. It doesn’t matter. It is what you want that God will give to you.”

Ordega, 29, was in action on Tuesday as her club side WFC CSKA Moscow defeated Rubin Kazan 5-0 At Sportivnyy Kompleks “Novyye Khimki” were she scored a goal and gave 3 assist..

daveP:
Once Demehin pick up, Plumptre will finally get her CB role to be pair alongside. Plumptre confidence for going forward is sweet. Ebi for now na just squad player. The intensity I've seen, I don't think she can match it.

Onome Ebi na retirement stage already, CB's we have now are Osinachi Ohale to play the role of Onome once she sign out finally.., Ashleigh Plumptre, Blessing Demehin, Akudo Ogbonna. Onyi Zogg can also play CB and FB.

"I haven't seen the statistics, but I assume we had a fair few shots. If some of those go in, maybe it's a different story, but they (Nigeria) were great on the counter, and they finished their chances." Australia captain, Steph Catley speaking after the game.

Did you guys notice when Game was 1-1, the Brisbane crowd were roaring & cheering the Maltidas, enters Asisat Oshoala! The whole stadium went quiet. Oshoala forced a corner...Nigeria scores; she then nets one herself. The Australian fans really knew what was coming.

The streets know game...Agba Baller🙌

BronzeTiger:
Bro if Ireland thrash us and Australia win narrowly nko? You can't rule out anything with mathematics but I believe we'll qualify. Let's just be cautious in the meantime.

Is not Possible at all, You seems to forget that Randy Waldrum gets better with the team in every friendly or tournament they play.. They get better from Game to Game. I'm very certain that they would beat Ireland..

🚨🚨RECORD!!!! Asisat Oshoala becomes the first Nigerian to score at three different editions of the FIFA Women's World Cup

🇮🇪Abbie Larkin believes Ireland can win their remaining matches against Canada and Nigeria:

“We can get six points against Canada and Nigeria. We have a really good squad,” she said on talkSPORT.

“We’ll put Canada under pressure and hopefully finish our chances.”

maidaboi:
sabastine

To me Sabastine doesn't have such Strength like Banda and Dumornay, Yes she's skillful and got speed too but her body frame isn't quite there.

ThePresenceWtf:
"Nigeria Internationals" 😂😂😭😭 Why not wait to see if they could secure moves to places like Scandinavian or Balkan countries... I understand that they maybe the breadwinners for their families, but aint no way they get paid more than $1,500/month in those countries and clubs they're rushing to.

Yeah between $1000 plus a month plus some little incentives like bonus..

This Balkan countries ain't that strong too but at least the little earning is quite important for them right now..Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Albania, Macedonia, Greece, Bulgaria and Romania are far behind in the Womens game in Europe. The only thing moving them there is the little pay and life playing in Europe.

MacLean started from Belarus, down to Poland and now Russia..

lovewins:
Nigerian midfielder 🇳🇬Amanda Mbadi joined newly promoted French side 🇫🇷Saint Etienne from
Grand Genève FC in France.

She joins Regina Otu and goalkeeper Yewanda Balogun at the club.

Wetin Saint Etienne see for African Players😂🤣😂

By the way Regina Out, Amanda Mbadi are quite Similar. Who do the Coach Play them overall cause Otu was their Defensive Midfielder through out last season, maybe they will push her to a more Central role or Box-2-Box midfield then Mbadi slot in as the DM or a regular Sub off the Bench..

Don't forget this Ivorian tall lady can also play DM and CB..

ThePresenceWtf:
Nope, Amanda is 5'10.

But yeah, I agree with you, we gotta be aggressive attacking set pieces. we usually have good delivery from Toni, but poor set piece coordination. Other than Ashleigh, no one even attempts attacking set pieces. Oshoala usually hangs out in the back post just watching play unfold while doing nothing. Demehin just stands in the middle ball watching, Ohale tussles, but doesn't jump for the ball, Onumonu tries but doesn't jump either.

Kanu, Oparanozie are deadly in the Air especially Kanu right now. Tony Payne deliveries have been okay and I think would get better as it goes.

Ohale do jump and almost all her goals she has scored for her Club are from header..

As for Oshoala she isn't that good with her head but do get goals with her head too. Can't write her off.

hatakekakashi:
Yes, she was

Christy Uchiebe Strength is that of two People, she's just too Strong and energetic. She looks like someone who isn't even fast and I keep wondering how she close down her opponents swiftly..

From another angle again is Imuran at Left Back, Demehin and Imuran seems to have this Chemistry right from Rivers Angels, U20 days down to Stade de Reims..

Imuran like to burst forward with pace which Demehin on the other stands firm defensively, but Ashleigh Plumptre is more of a Ball Playing Center Back who likes to drive forward with the ball too...

BascoVanVeli:
U are just throwing words out at this point. Leadership and communication is crazy. How do u even measure that All I know is Tosin walked into the starting lineup for a club in probably the best league in world and she took to it like a fish in water. She has done well for us in the lead up to this tournament so I don't even see wat the debate is about. She was given a chance and she took it, the end.

I have made my point With the options listed, Ashleigh Plumptre is way ahead but the Coaches are in best position to decide who's best to play for the team at the Moment..

Again you're talking as if Ashleigh Plumptre Plays in Div2 in England or even a weaker league like the Norwegian, Belgium and Finnish league.

lovewins:
Agreed. Experience is also another highpoint she has over Demehin. Save the u20 world cup, Demehin has played just one season of top professional football, while Ash played years in the D1 college games, 2 seasons at Notts County and four seasons at Leicester.

I'm been fair with my Points.. I can't Lie to you Osinachi Ohale and Ashleigh Plumptre were my first pick at Center Back, with Demehin and Onome coming in as alternative.

Right now The Coaches knows best too,

BascoVanVeli:
How is Plumptre a usual suspect over Demehin that has been playing since WAFCON finished?

The only Advantage Demehin is having over Plumptre is Pace, Physicality..

I don't see Demehin better than Plumptre in Positioning, Leadership and Communication, anticipation (Read game), Aerial Ability and Ball Playing/Distribution..


In terms of Tackling I will give it a 50/50

BascoVanVeli:
How is Plumptre a usual suspect over Demehin that has been playing since WAFCON finished?

You're talking as if at most cases Demehin Playing wasn't because of the absence of One of the top Defenders that were regular starters...


Friendly game against USA, Plumptre was absent..
Revelation Cup Plumptre was tried in other Positions (LB and DM)..
Last Friendly in Turkey Plumptre had a knock and didn't Play.

This event probably gave room for Demehin to prove herself..

Senior Player kwaaa🤣😂

E nor go Pass Mama jor!

If seems France won't be replacing Selma Bacha as they're certain to have her back before the end of the World Cup..

They have a more than Capable replacement at Left back too, PSG Sakina Karchaoui but France will have to make do without Selma Bacha for now.

But will Salma recover before the end of the World Cup?

I see Randy sticking to Osinachi Ohale and Blessing Demehin at Center Back instead of the usual suspects of Ohale and Plumptre at Center Back.


Demehin is younger, quicker, have a great height too and very Physical... Though defensively there are some Lapses even though everything is not about Physicality....

Against Speedy Attackers you will be needing Quick Defenders too as the modern game evolves around alot of Speed now.

Ohale and Demehin or Ohale and Plumptre which ever one is cool. At least Mama Onome should be there on the Bench!

⏳ 5 𝔻𝔸𝕐𝕊 𝕋𝕆 𝔾𝕆 ⏳

With just five days to the start of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, Banyana Banyana 🇿🇦 wrapped up their preparations with a 2-0 win over Costa Rica 🇨🇷
 
The game took place at the Ngâ Puna Wai Sports Hub in New Zealand and the South African goals were scored by Christina Thembi Kgatlana and Hildah Magaia in each half.

Breaking News!

Lakeside Queens FC has gained promotion to the Women Premiership (NWFL) after defeating Prince Kazeem Eletu FC in the championship playoffs.

Report have it that they will have a name Change to Remo Star Ladies Previously based in Lagos but now in Ikenne Ogun state.

✍️

Toni Payne says 🇳🇬Nigeria are on the same level with France and Australia.

“We are on the same level as France and Australia, and we are very confident. With the players we have here, we are ready to fight,” Payne said per NFF TV.

“We are growing an improving our system every day with every training. Step by step, we are getting ready for our first game against Canada.”

Sofie Junge Pedersen cannot participate in the World Cup due to an injury. Sara Thrige will replace her.
We wish her a speedy recovery. 🍀

Denmark 🇩🇰

lovewins:
This is what an Australian had to say about the game. Apparently this team has only lost 2 games in the last 82 games. Of course wasn't the best of test we could have gotten, but definitely not the worst.

I saw where he singled out Asisat Oshoala, Ashleigh plumptre and Onyi Echegini. He also talked about how the Ladies perform very well and they shouldn't be underrated by our opponents..

ekehopp2:
Yes oh!

Nnadozie
Alozie Demehin Ohale Imuran
Payne Ucheibe Echegini Okoronkwo
Onumonu Oshoala

My assumed formation above
Nnadozie captained, bypassing Oshoala (New Coach, New ways)

Nothing new there, just the usual rejection of the Captain band by the senior players because of the past events..

If Rash have started she for wear am ahead of Nnadozie. Removing Ohale and Oshoala who are the Oldies there, Nnadozie is the next.

ekehopp2:
Yes oh!

Nnadozie
Alozie Demehin Ohale Imuran
Payne Ucheibe Echegini Okoronkwo
Onumonu Oshoala

My assumed formation above
Nnadozie captained, bypassing Oshoala (New Coach, New ways)

Can't really say if it's 4-4-2 though, I'm very sure Randy stick to his regular 4-3-3 with hid double pivotal in midfield.

Nnadozie
Alozie, Ohale, Demehin, Imuran
Payne, Ucheibe, Echegini
Okoronkwo, Oshoala, Onumonu

For the 2nd game against Australia Rasheedat Ajibade, Halimatu Ayinde will be Back then the line up will Change again.

Deborah Abeodun is a player to watch out for.

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M7even:
Tell me this opponent got their goal from a screamer or outside-the-box shot or something if not how did the opponents score a goal? If it was a defensive mistake on our side the we still have a lot to do.

I do not rate them though but they’re the 1st in Queensland NPL Women Table, Played 21 game this season, won 18, Draw 1 and lost only 2.

Randy Waldrum seems to have infused in Ifeoma Onumonu back to the Starting 11… I just hope it doesn’t slow the attack down and again from the praises he was hyping on Onumonu about her fitness level I knew something was Suping..

Anyway Ashleigh Plumptre might have lost her starting Spot to Blessing Demehin who everyone currently sees as the replacement for Onome Ebi..

The Ladies still have at least 4 more days to train, few things can still change!