Nigeria vs Cameroon: 5 reasons Super Falcons mean business in WAFCON test vs Lionesses

As the Super Falcons gear up to face Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses in two crucial friendly matches, Head Coach Justine Madugu has laid out a clear vision for the team’s approach.

Here are five key takeaways from his remarks that highlight the Falcons’ mindset and objectives heading into the matches.

Madugu in a conversation with the NFF emphasised that the Super Falcons will play with intensity and determination.

According to the boss, the Falcons will not leave any room for half-measures.

“We will entertain no hold-backs,” he declared, signalling a fierce competitive spirit even in friendly matches.

The upcoming friendlies are more than just warm-ups for the Super Falcons, who are looking to reclaim Nigeria’s position as the best on the continent.

“Our objectives include improving our game philosophy and tactical approach,” Madugu explained.

These matches will serve as a testing ground to fine-tune strategies ahead of the Women's AFCON.

Madugu is also keen on evaluating players’ performances within the framework of the team’s style and vision.

“We want to observe and assess the players in line with our philosophy,” he noted, underlining the importance of cohesion and understanding on the pitch.

Despite the absence of star names led by Asisat Oshoala, the coach will get the chance to see new players like Emem Essien and Olamide Bolaji.

Despite being friendlies, the coach insists on approaching the games with a championship mindset.

“We must approach things with the attitude that we want to win, and with the mindset that we are already at the championship,” Madugu said.

The Falcons' boss is stressing that complacency could have negative psychological effects.

Understanding the intensity of the Nigeria-Cameroon rivalry, Madugu confirmed that the players are fully aware of what’s at stake.

“The players understand the nature and size of the rivalry and will approach the games with the seriousness they deserve,” he added.

With regional bragging rights also at stake, the coach highlighted the importance of mental readiness and adherence to the game plan.

With these insights from Coach Madugu, the Super Falcons are focused on using these friendlies as a stepping stone to success at the Women's AFCON, combining tactical discipline with a winning mentality.

Nigerians can expect fiery, focused performances as Africa’s most successful team, the Falcons, look to assert dominance over their fierce rivals.