Tunisia vs Nigeria: Oshoala benched as Ajibade leads Super Falcons in predicted starting XI
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Nigeria’s Super Falcons, widely regarded as the most successful team in the WAFCON’s history, are drawn into Group B alongside Tunisia, Botswana, and Algeria.
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The Super Falcons pipped Ghana to a narrow victory in a friendly before playing out a goalless draw against Portugal.
The nine-time champions will face Tunisia at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca and aim to start their title campaign on a strong note under the guidance of head coach Justin Magudu on Sunday when they face Tunisia.
Oshoala benched as Ajibade leads Super Falcons in predicted starting XI
In the projected starting XI, six-time African Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala will be starting from the bench, as captain Rashidat Ajibade will lead the Super Falcons.
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Oshoala has consistently been one of Africa's most dominant attacking forces, known for her blistering pace, clinical finishing, and ability to turn a game on its head.
Her presence on the bench will be a strategic move by the coaching staff to introduce her as an impact substitute against a tiring opposition defence, or it might suggest a more cautious approach to manage her minutes, possibly due to fitness or a desire to maintain squad depth.
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Ahead of the Tunisia clash, here is a projected starting XI for the Super Falcons:
- Goalkeeper: Chiamaka Nnadozie
- Defenders: Michelle Alozie, Oluwatosin Demehin, Osinachi Ohale, Ashleigh Plumptre
- Midfielders: Deborah Abiodun, Christy Ucheibe
- Forwards: Rasheedat Ajibade, Toni Payne, Jennifer Echegini and Ifeoma Onumonu
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