Super Falcons: Rasheedat Ajibade targets WAFCON glory
Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade has expressed her expectations for the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
In an interview, Ajibade emphasized the tournament's significance, describing it as "the biggest" event for her personally.
She then went on express the aim not just to participate but to reclaim the title that Nigeria has historically dominated.
Ajibade on WAFCON
Ajibade sees the WAFCON as a platform to showcase her leadership and contribute significantly to Nigeria's success.
She echoed the sentiments of Asisat Oshoala who also aims at leading the country to victory.
Asked about expectations she said, "Coming back to Morocco is a dream come true.
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"Because it is the biggest competition in Africa, that's what makes it so special for me.
"As a team and personally, competing to win it."
They will then take on other group opponents Botswana and Algeria to qualify for the knockout stages.