Coach apologises to Nigerians over Falcons World Cup miss

Super Falcons coach, Justine Madugu, apologises to Nigerians after the team’s failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

[Premium Times] Mr Gusau said the federation recognised the disappointment caused to millions of Nigerians who passionately supported the team throughout the ongoing Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

Mr Gusau said the federation recognised the disappointment caused to millions of Nigerians who passionately supported the team throughout the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

Morocco will face either Nigeria or Cameroon in the semi-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after securing a 2-1 victory over South Africa on Saturday night.

Ten-time WAFCON champions, Nigeria, and tournament debutants Malawi advance.